Next week is American Education Week! Join us in a week full of fun activities.
All sporting events are cancelled today, November 12th.
PJHS basketball vs Rochester is cancelled for both home and away games.
Stay safe and warm!
Today is a good day to take the 5 Essential Online Survey http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
Attention Parents and Students:
Pana schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, November 12th, due to inclement weather.
Reminder for the week: Wednesday, November 13th, is a half-day school improvement day. All schools will dismiss 3 hours early.
Reminder for the week: NO SCHOOL on Monday, November 11th, for Veterans' Day.
Congratulations to the PHS Scholar Bowl team who placed 2nd out of 19 teams today!
Congrats to this week’s Wall of Fame signers and October Students of the Month! Wall of Fame: Blayne Pope, Cameron Banning, Brynn Ade. Students of the Month: Ryan Karbach, Laney Wafford, Landon Meadows, Domacio Wills
Mrs. Wysong and her 'twin' wore identical shoes today for Fairy Tale Day!
First grade had a great time with Fairytale Day today!
October Spider Projects in Mrs. Morrell's room
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class worked on reinforcing place value concepts using Splash Math.
Accelerated Algebra 1 students work on writing the equation of a line in point-slope, slope-intercept, and standard forms in Mr. Wolf's class.
The Class of 2020 is selling cookie dough and Fannie May candy to help raise money for the senior trip. See a senior if you would like to order! We will accept orders until Nov. 25th
Join us at the Tailgate tomorrow, November 9th, from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Cheer on your Pana Panthers as they take on the Oakwood Comets at 1 pm.
Pana Police came in Wednesday and Thursday to discuss community relationships with the Drivers ed Students and to share driving tips and things they deal with daily.
PHS students: Reminder that Picture Retake Day will be on Tuesday, November 12th. Retake forms will be in the office if needed.
Our first shirt!! So proud of these girls!!
Our first shirt!! So proud of these girls!!
Substitute Employment Positions are available and posted on our website. Check them out here: https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class did a Kahoot in identifying nouns. Look who finished in the top 3.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class is learning about respect and tattling with Ms Blessman this morning.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class is learning about respect and tattling with Ms Blessman this morning.
Saving the environment one piece of paper at a time. These two young men do a great job of running the recycling program at PHS.
Veterans Day
Mrs Beyers class packed up goodies and notes of thanks to a young Marine and all of his fellow Marines all the way in California. The kids were excited and happy to help. We even sent a special picture and goody bag to a Dad from our class who is in the Army. Happy Veterans Day.
The Marching Panthers held their end-of-the-year banquet on November 6th. Various band members were recognized for their outstanding performances during the season. A special shoutout to the Boosters for their support!
Go Panthers!
Great minds must think alike, or in the case of the Ag. Dept they dress alike.
Can you see the “focus” on the faces of these PHS Biology students? They are honing their microscopy skills today by examining the differences between plant and animal cells.
Congratulations to the winner of our Future Business Leaders raffle at Saturday's playoff game. Thank you all for your continued support!!
Calling all parents/guardians of Washington Elementary Students. It is time to fill out the 5 Essential Survey again! Please go the attached link and help us reach our goal of 100% parent participation.
https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/
PBL Collaboration x’s two!
Pana Junior High Veterans Day program November 8th at 8:15A.M. Veterans and community are invited.
Using the skill of classifying with shells
Miss Rodman’s third grade class, at Lincoln Elementary, loved having Paws in their classroom for the month of October! It was a great reminder of how to demonstrate PAWS-itive behavior not just at school but outside of school too!
More Halloween fun!!
Calling all parents/guardians of Lincoln Elementary Students. It is time to fill out the 5 Essential Survey again. Please go the attached link and help us reach our goal. https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/
Family & Consumer Science classes practice teamwork skills by participating in the Marshmallow Challenge.
PHS Teachers support PCH Mammography Department!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class enjoyed using their estimating skills with their pumpkin; how many seeds, how much did it weigh, how many vertical lines, the circumference. Even Mr Bauer joined in on how much it weighed.
After a team building game of BINGO, Lincoln Elementary staff got down to business analyzing our Illinois Report Card finding opportunities for growth and areas to celebrate!
Halloween Parade
Halloween Parade
Halloween Parade
This week at PJHS: Tyson Clements, Kamden Bennett, Chase Hunter, Seth Horton, Lilly Shallenbarger, and Brandon Schulz all signed the Wall of Fame for their positive office referrals, and all perfect attendance and honor roll kids were treated to a pop up party!
Spending some time seeing what agricultural colleges have to offer.
Pana Basketball has a Spiritwear store! There are a variety of items for women and men such as shirts, hoodies, polos, sweatpants, shorts, backpacks, & more!
The shop closes on November 4th. Get your new Panthers gear today!
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/mGuYbMfDnC
Reminder: Daylight Savings Time Ends Sunday, November 3rd. Set those clocks back 1 hour!
Mrs. Hedderich’s class designed creepy spider webs for their Halloween stem activity.
3rd grade STEM activity. Students had to design a platform for their pumpkin to be place on.
PJHS had some scary cute visitors today for Halloween! We enjoyed the 1st grade parade! 🎃👻
Halloween 🎃 fun. Mrs. Rodman’s class made slime. 👻
Pumpkin fun
PJHS students were so creative for Dynamic Duo day for RRW. The winners were Brynn Ade and Mrs. Ade for their recreation of UP!
Physical science students did a virtual lab on their Chromebooks yesterday to better understand gas laws.
Practicing how to make a Sincere Apology through skits in LEAD!
Students in Mrs. Berns's geometry are using nearpod software to translate shapes with their chromebooks.
FBLA students will be selling chances to win this goodie basket at the game Saturday!
PJHS Art Students WON a Pop Up Party during Red Ribbon Week! They do enjoy a tasty treat! #RRW #Redribbonweek #Bedrugfree #Bekind
Hey Lincoln Learners! Remember we don't dress up for Halloween BUT we will still celebrate in our classrooms AND since "Drug's Don't Scare Us" lets all wear CRAZY HAIR on Thursday!!!
PJHS Art Students WON a Pop Up Party today!!! Congrats! #RedRibbonWeek #RRW #BeDrugFree #Bekind
Room on the Broom STEM activity!
Day 1 of mock interviews with the Co-op students
Algebra students are practicing solving multi-step equations with partners today. Each answer leads to a new problem to solve.
Mrs. Whalen’s students are trying out new algebra activities on Nearpod.com. It was a good warm-up for class!
Hey Lincoln Learners, our Wednesday Red Ribbon Activity is to "Follow Your Dreams and Be Drug Free" by having a Pajama Day!
PJHS students and staff reflected upon their influencers for RRW by dressing like a their favorite meme or vine characters. Can you identify them?
Parents please make sure your kiddos are dressed appropriately for the changing Fall weather. Always dress your students as if we will be going outside and err on the side of caution. It's very easy to just remove a layer if they get warm.
Thank you to Moore Sports Photography for designing these awesome buttons that FBLA will be selling at Saturdays game!
What type of dermatoglyph do you have? Ask Anatomy & Physiology students!
The Intro to Ag classes started the Horse Industry Unit today. They participated in a measuring exercise to see how tall they would be if they were a horse.
Nothing cures Monday blues like pickle ball.
Any senior who wanted to order cap/gown pictures from the proofs given a few weeks ago need to give the forms/money to Mrs. Patton by Monday, November 4th.
English IV created Knight Shields to go along with their reading of “Sir Gawain and the Green Knight,” a Medieval tale. Mrs. Patton was very impressed with their creativity!
English IV reviewed for their test using Kahoot today. 1st place got a homework pass!
Mrl Lipe and Mr. Pumphery's Driver Education classes were Treated to a few Tricks by the Distracted Driver Simulator. Thanks to Chris Bax from the Secretary of States office for making this service available to our kids.
Trick or Treat info
Hey Lincoln Learners! Tomorrow we will have a Taco Tuesday to remind us to "TACO BOUT" not doing drugs for our Red Ribbon Week Celebration!
Freshmen working on their grammar and writing skills using NoRedInk.
Designing community spaces for kids
Mr. Wood has been teaching soft workplace skills so students have a solid foundation for their future.
Come on out and support your Pana Panthers as they take on the Red Bud Musketeers, Saturday, Nov 2nd. Tailgate is from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm.
PHS Marching Panthers participated in the Oblong Spooktacular parade on Saturday, October 26th. The band placed 2nd overall in their division and also won 2nd drum major, 2nd color guard, and 1st drum line. Go Panthers!
Sophomores are working hard in the concession stand while cheering for their Panthers!
Hey Lincoln Learners!!!!! Tomorrow starts Red Ribbon Week! Be sure to Get "Red-Y" to be drug free by wearing red on Monday!
Red Ribbon Week!!
A group of Ms Hahnenkamp’s students began learning about circuits this week.
Red Ribbon Week 2019 plans for PJHS
Earth science students are examining metamorphic rocks today in class.
Hey Lincoln Learners!!!!! Don't forget that next week is Red Ribbon Week!
Ag Business students were busy today researching different Franchise options.
The snack cart looks great! Thank you Madison!!
We integrated math into our Intro to Ag classes with straight line depreciation!
Congratulations to Michael Pierce for typing 81 words a minute in Mrs. Thompson's Keyboarding Class
After school tutoring is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Pana High School for all students.
Today Geometry students learned to partition a directed line segment using a given ratio.
Please fill out the survey to help the Lego League team determine if we are in need of a specialized cart in our local stores.
bit.ly/2pSF3hi
Pana Community Hospital will host its 16th Annual Children's Health & Safety Fair on October 26th from 9 am - 12 pm at Pana High School:
Why does the science department hallway smell like that? Don’t worry!! It’s just Anatomy & Physiology students starting their comparative study of fetal pig anatomy.
Students in Mrs. Berns's 1b Algebra learned to graph on a Cartesian plane using Point Slope form of a line.
The Horticulture class has been filling the greenhouse by transplanting, dividing, starting new plants and winterizing the geraniums.
Foods & Nutrition classes quiz each other in preparation for their kitchen safety test!
Just a reminder that the Lincoln School fundraiser pick up time is today 10/24 from 3 to 6. Please enter the building through the back North West door (where the doorbell is).
Student council members attended a leadership conference at LLC featuring comedian and musician Jason Lavesseur. They had fun learning about professionalism, goal setting, and of course- leading!
Teachers at Lincoln Elementary got to explore and play in the Makerspace area today while collaborating as a grade level to create stem lessons to use and share.
Thank you to these four student athletes from the high school who came to Lincoln for Teaching Tuesday. They talked about respect and how to be a part of a team!
REMINDER: The Washington/Lincoln fundraiser items are scheduled to be delivered to Lincoln School tomorrow (Oct 24). Please make arrangements to pick up your child's items between 3-6pm. Thank you for your support!!
Just a reminder that the Lincoln School fundraiser pick up time is tomorrow 10/24 from 3 to 6. Please enter the building through the back North/West door (where the doorbell is).
PJHS students viewed the “Be Strong” simulcast at their class meeting today to kick off Red Ribbon Week next week. The theme is #dotherightthing and Mrs. Sowarsh spent time previewing the week’s activities which center on taking care of yourself and others. The guests on the simulcast also spoke about how to address bullying and how to persevere. More to come on RRW soon!
Mr. Pumphery's 1st and 3rd hour Driver Education classes were witness to a demonstration of the extraction of a victim from a vehicle in a mock accident. Thank you Mike Foster and crew from Pana Fire and EMS for a job well done.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s students reviewing math facts using quiz, quiz, share.
Intro to Ag have been busy working on AET record keeping.
Physical science students worked on separating a mixture by using the physical properties of the substances that made it up.
Anatomy & Physiology students are exploring the “sense”-sational properties of the human integumentary system today!
Engaging brains from the moment they walk in. Look at all the brain activities they have faced already on a Monday morning. Students had to figure out if one star on the VAB NASA building is 6 foot wide, then how many feet would 5 stars be? I ❤️ the different ways they used to come up with the answer.
100 mile club- 25 mile achievement winners
Third grade had the RAP lady visit us today! Be a superhero and come to school!
Look at Ms Hahnenkamp’s class bug jar they did in art with Mrs Holman. Amazing! She teaches them so many skills as well as vocabulary. We are so fortunate to have her.
Seniors and Parents/Guardians:
Need help with the FAFSA process for Student Aid? Join us on Wednesday, October 23rd at PHS from 6 - 8 pm for assistance.
Washington/Lincoln PTO fundraiser delivery is Thursday, October 24 from 3-6 at Lincoln School. We need help starting at 1 to sort the delivery and prepare it for pickup. Please email jlehn@panaschools.com if you can help!
PJHS celebrated the end of 1st quarter with some harvest games and s’mores this afternoon. Special thanks to the Student Support Committee for planning this fun event!
Congrats to the PJHS students who signed the Wall of Fame this week, Gage Hackney and OzzMarie Dilley!
Having some fun playing lacrosse
Consumer Education students enjoyed job shadowing
Friendships and Acts of Kindness at Lincoln Elementary
Friendships and Acts of Kindness
Friendships and Acts of Kindness at Lincoln Elementary!
Friendships and Acts of Kindness at Lincoln Elementary!
Friendships and Acts of Kindness at Lincoln Elementary!
A great big shout-out to our amazing PTO! Thank you so much for the additional items to Lincoln Elementary's Makerspace! #loveourpto #ourptoisthebest
PHS Crafts Class finished their Mixed Media Sculpture Pumpkins. Perfect timing for Fall & Harvest!
All PHS Art Students complete a Weekly Wednesday Sketchbook assignment at school. This week Crafts class had to complete a landscape drawing that demonstrated Foreground, Middle Ground, & Background. Two student artworks reveal a unique quality & fits the current season. Enjoy!
Kindness Kounts
Happy Bosses Day to Mrs. Wysong! We are so lucky to have you as our principal!
Ms. Frizzle came to help Mrs. Morrell’s class make spider webs. The students have been learning many interesting facts about spiders this month.
PJHS Panther Den students volunteered for Share and Care food program at the Methodist Church.
Lots of fun things happening at Washington School! Happy Bosses Day Ms. Frizzle....I mean Mrs. Wysong!😊
Ms hahnenkamps class had an absolutely great time learning about apples yesterday at the Okaw Valley Apple Orchard.
Mrs. Rodman’s class enjoyed a visit and STEM lesson from Ms. Frizzle! All classes were also invited to share in an expanded lesson.
Ms Hahnenkamp wants to thank all the parents who attended conferences in her class. 96% of parents attended. That’s amazing! Her students are blessed.
We had a special visitor today Ms. Frizzle. We did a science experiment and learned about the water cycle.
Remember to check out our employment listings as new opportunities are available.
https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309
Friday, October 18th, marks the end of the 1st 9 Weeks.
Students of PHS: Don't forget about the FREE tutoring service provided on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 - 4:30 pm. Teachers are here to reinforce concepts and answer your questions. We are here to help!
Lincoln Learners the weather is changing and fall has arrived! Make sure you dress appropriately for going outside this week!
Congratulations to Austin Karbach on shooting an 83 at the El Paso Boys’ Golf Sectional. He fell 1 stroke away from advancing to state.
However, this is the best tournament score on record for any boy since 2007!
Congrats, Austin & let’s keep shooting low over the next 2 years!
Congrats to Anna Beyers and Madison Clark on their performances at the Jacksonville Routt Girls' Golf Sectional today.
Anna shot a 102 and Madison shot a 130. Looking forward to watching these two freshmen improve over the next 3 years. Good job, ladies!
Reminder for the week: NO SCHOOL on Monday, October 14th, for Columbus Day.
What a great turn out at Lincoln Elementary for Parent/Teacher conferences! Thanks to all the families who were able to attend. Enjoy the long weekend ahead!
Reminder that PJHS Picture Retakes are Tuesday, October 15th. Have an enjoyable long weekend!
Golf regionals.....2 advanced.....congrats to Anna Beyers and Madison Clark and good luck in Jacksonville on Monday.
Freshman after the junior olympics
Reminder to Parents and Students: There is no school on Thursday, October 10th through Monday, October 14th.
Parents: Schools will host Parent/Teacher Conferences tomorrow, October 10th, from 12 - 4 pm and 5 - 8 pm.
Mrs. Reynolds class enjoyed a visit from the Pana firefighters and got to ride on their new fire truck! Thank you, Pana firefighters!
Come on out for the Fire Department Open House!
Mrs. Hrabak class riding the fire trucks.
Mrs. Smith’s Kindergarten enjoyed a visit and ride from our firefighters.
Mrs. LaMarche's class working hard to put together one of their favorite community workers. Firefighters!
Congratulations to Austin Karbach shooting a 92 in the Okaw Valley Golf Regional and advancing to the El Paso Golf Sectional!
Engineering model arms in 5th grade
Teaching Tuesday with Ms Blessman and students who recieved a citation for Random Acts of Kindness! The RAK citation club was a student lead initiative by our very own Ambriel. Way to go Ambriel!
Last week, McKylee Rhoades & MacKinsey Perry read their book on Black Footed Ferrets to our class. These young ladies wrote over 6 chapters, illustrated pictures, wrote a glossary, and added a table of contents.
Excited to see what else these 5th graders will come up with next!
Photoshop made Memes this week!
Algebra students had fun trying a new activity today called “quiz, quiz, trade.” Everyone solved their own problem, then traded with someone else. They worked together to complete all of the problems!
Say cheese! Picture day happened at Lincoln Elementary School today but don't worry if you forgot your envelope!
You can still order pictures online. Just go to the picture website and use this code!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s students researched how long it takes gourd seed to germinate-seed to gourd as well as what kind of sunlight they need. They are learning so much!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s students did a Kahoot today to see what they already know about counting patterns before beginning their next chapter in math. Look who made the leader board.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class continued to test our cylinder columns today. This one is holding 51 books. It has held them for 3 hrs & 15 min. Wonder if it will still be standing when the kids come back tomorrow. Ask one of my students why a cylinder is the strongest. They should know.
PHS students caught being good
On 9/11, PJHS held a bake sale fundraiser. As an Act of Service, a part of the profits from the bake sale were donated to Pana Fire Department.
The book fair is officially open at Pana junior high school!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s students worked in stations today. Some ran a pizza shop using Pizza Co., some coded using Coding Awbie, and others coded by working in Code.org. It was a busy day of learning.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s students worked in stations today. Some ran a pizza shop using Pizza Co., some coded using Coding Awbie, and others coded by working in Code.org. It was a busy day of learning.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s students worked with creating different kinds of towers using paper. We tested them using books to see which kind was the strongest. Tomorrow we will discover why the cylinder column is strongest.
Algebra 2 students were busy working at stations around the room today. They practiced graphing quadratics, as well as writing their own functions. They checked their own answers with the provided answer key to monitor their progress. They should be ready for tomorrow’s quiz!
Parents and seniors of 2020: Herff Jones will be here Tuesday, October 8th, to take orders for graduation announcements, cap and gowns, and senior swag. Please plan to come 3 to 6:30 pm. A deposit of $60 is required at time of order. Mrs Patton will have extra order forms for any seniors who didn’t get an order form.
Mrs. LaMarche's first grade clas visited the Pana Fire Department! We learned so much about fire safety and all the things the firefighters do to help keep us safe. A big thanks to the PFD and firefighters Anderson, Christer, Foster, and Mahnke!
Come join us on October 11th:
Check out the information to digitally add money to your child's account through Scholastic for the upcoming PJHS Book Fair:
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/cptoolkit/assetuploads/eWallet-Commercial_final.mp4
Reminder for the week: There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, October 11th. This is a Teacher Institute Day.
Reminder for the Week: There is NO school on Thursday, October 10th. Instead, Parent Teacher Conferences will take place from 12 - 4 pm and again from 5 - 8 pm.
50-year queen and 2019 Queen
Janice Waddelow Knutson and Olivia Schmitz
Congratulations to the members of the 2019 Homecoming Court. Lane Perry and Olivia Schmitz were named the 2019 King and Queen.
A special thank you to our FBLA members for helping out at tonight's game. You're the BEST!!
Physical science students learned about density this week by calculating the density of candy bars and predicting whether or not they would float.
Friday afternoon fun at PJHS! Sno cones for all, and some friendly teacher-student competitions—a rock, paper, scissors relay race and dodgeball. Go Panthers!
Lincoln Learners who earned PBIS Citizenship Awards!
This week at PJHS four more students signed the Wall of Fame and the following students were selected by their teachers as September Students of the Month: Mason Richards, Amber Litton, Joey Laker, Carter Barber, Simon Rickett, and Katie Christer. They will be treated to a VIP lunch later this semester.
The PJHS Panther Den hosted a hat day on Wednesday to benefit the family of Sullivan’s Tyson Mendoza.
The Horticulture class took a flower walk to find flowers in the neighborhood. The class will be identifying them on Monday.
FBLA would like to extend a HUGE thank you to Corbin Moore, of Moore Sports Photography, for making the Pana Panther buttons for the game tonight!
Happy Homecoming from the PHS staff! Go Panthers!
Classifying animals.
Classifying animals.
6th graders have been busy creating Smart goals for the year. We are getting ready for student-led conferences next week!
Just a reminder that the temperature will be changing over the next couple of days. Make sure to dress your kiddos for the cooler temperatures that are coming our way, as we will be outside for recess/PE enjoying the fall weather.... finally!
Trying out some fun subtraction strategies in Mrs. Crawford’s 1st grade!
Future Business Leaders of America will be selling Pana Panther buttons at the Homecoming game this Friday. Buttons are $5 each
Business and Technology students are creating a graffiti wall to offer tips for negotiating the terms of a contract.
Students in Business and Technology learning contract terminology using the Each One Teach One activity.
Mrs. LaMarche's first grade class is super excited to have received the first of nine books gifted to the students this year from some very special book sponsors throughout our community! THANK YOU!
IDNR CPO came and talked rules and regulations to the Outdoor Resource class.
Future Business Leaders of America will be selling chances to win this Panther Nation wreath, generously donated by Cheri Thevenot, at the homecoming game this Friday. Tickets are $2 each or 3 tickets for $5.
Foods & Nutrition 1 classes got their first food lab experience. Cupcakes...YUM!!!!
PHS students support the Sullivan community by wearing blue today in honor of Tyson Mendoza.
PJHS Geography students making 3D projects of countries. Thanks to Pizza Man for donating the pizza boxes.
Join us this Friday!
Please join us!
Meet the new Lincoln Elementary mascot, Paws!
He is here to remind us to "PAWS" and think before we act!
Good morning, Panthers. Sullivan school district suffered a tragedy on Friday. To show our support, please wear blue tomorrow to school (PHS students: As it is Homecoming week, PJs are still okay, too).
Working on the scientific method using gummy bears!
Mrs. Chernisky's 5th graders chart their guess for a gender reveal!! Engaging students and building relationships!
This week at PJHS: Dillan Hocq, Conner Simpson, and Belle Anderson joined the Wall of Fame, and the 7th grade class received a “pop” up party of Orange and Grape Crush soda pop for having the best hallway behavior and being on time to class!
Mrs. Thompson's Cooperative Education Class learned how to look up different types of Help Wanted Ads this week in class
Health class using Kahoot! to preview nutrition vocabulary.
The advanced chemistry students began work today on a chromatography lab in which they were investigating what colors make up black markers.
Please join us for our annual Title I Meeting on Tuesday, October 1st.
Only a few days remaining to order your Panther gear! Here is the link to our online shop that closes on Monday.
https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/VAYK2PPKDM
Nothing like flipping tires to end a work out.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class has been learning about bees. They created slides to tell what they learned along with adding pics to illustrate. Monday they did a Kahoot to show what they learned. Look who came out on top.
A fun game of Sparkle in Mrs Chernisky's 5th grade class. Engaging students in fun spelling practice!
Students and Staff are happy to welcome Mr. Brown to Lincoln Elementary!
Engaging students with STEM activities in Mrs. Cross' 5th grade class. 3 ingredients to make glue... which will hold the most weight?
Mrs. Crawford’s class had some fun with verbs! Can you guess which verb they are acting out?😉
Mrs. Rodman’s class enjoyed writing cinquain poems. They worked in small groups and shared ideas. Julie B. Jones told us how to write them!
Seventh grade students evaluated websites to determine whether or not they are credible sources of information for their upcoming research papers.
8th grade science students created demonstrations to explain Boyle's law. Some of their own creations were demonstrated in class today.
School nurse, Sandy Pauley presenting to PJHS students on the dangers of vaping.
"Be the "I" in Kind" board outside the Makerspace at Lincoln!
It is always a good time when the National Guard comes to PHS PE classes!
You're Invited!
PJHS students reviewing using Quiz, Quiz, Trade in Geography class.
The Intro to Ag classes have been busy working with the FFA Creed.
Parents and Guardians: Please take a moment to read the attached letter on school safety.
https://5il.co/aeqm
Foods & Nutrition 2nd & 3rd period classes performed a hand washing experiment using cinnamon and vegetable oil. See someone you recognize? Ask them to tell you the proper way to wash your hands to kill all the germs!!
PHS picture day will be Friday, Sept. 27th. Be sure to wear your best smile to school!
Last week at PJHS two more students, Evan Nichols-Green and Lauren Ambrose, signed the Wall of Fame, and Mr. Schmitz and Mr. Higgins received VIP service from the cafeteria staff at lunch.
PJHS Book Fair will take place October 7th - 10th.
Signups to help can be registered here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/2963181/false#/invitation
New Employment Opportunities Available:
https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309
Some of our "bee-autify the school" group who voluntarily pick up trash and began to organize a gardening club to plant flowers in the Spring!!
Meet out newest addition to Lincoln Elementary! Crush is fitting in quite well as our school pet. Crush resides in the Makerspace room with Ms Blessman!
Mrs. Thompson's Consumer Education class has been in the computer lab working on their Resumes and Cover Letters
Students in Introduction to Business reviewed today using Kahoot!
Students in Photoshop using Screencastify to record their editing process on the computer.
Come out for Friday Night's Tailgate!
National scholarships are becoming available for seniors graduating this May. Follow the link to the Counselor Connection Website to see what's available!
https://sites.google.com/a/panaschools.com/phs-counselor/scholarship-information
Intro to Ag classes were busy again today making mini posters. Tomorrow they will teach their peers about FFA Degrees, history, and influential people.
Calculus students worked together to solve logarithmic equations to prepare for a quiz.The students were each given an equation to solve, then had to find the solution to their equation, which gave them another equation to solve. Eventually each student had solved all equations.
Mrs. Schmitz’s kids are having fun playing games to help them learn their addition facts.
Check out our new fence decorations sponsored by PHS Student Council and PHS Athletic Department. Go Panthers!
Congrats to the Freshmen Football Panthers on a win last night, 36-0, over the Gillespie Miners. Come out and support the Varsity Panthers as they take on Gillespie tonight at Brummett Field, and the JV Panthers as they travel to Gillespie on Monday.
Friday night plans: Cheer on the Panthers!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s 2nd graders deciding if pollination or bearing fruit is more important.
Busy day in Ms Hahnenkamp’s 2nd grade. Reviewed doubles facts with a song. Completed smoke jumper pics in Art. We did a math checkup using quizziz & coded on code.org.
Kindness, enthusiasm, helpfulness...keywords of this week’s PJHS positive referrals. Some of these kiddos have now signed their names TWICE! Way to go!
Pictured are Savannah Richter, Tayla Rhodes, Kaine Cunningham, Taylor Beck, Abigail Cline, and Riley Beard.
Shoutout to English IV students! EVERY student had his/her notes done and ready for class today. Mrs Patton is SUPER proud of you!
Introduction to Agriculture participated in activities to solidify leadership skills and teamwork. They unraveled the human knot and learned the value of knowing whom you work with.
Anyone who ordered a yard sign can stop by the high school office and pick them up. Just in time for the first home game! Go Panthers!
Can you construct and carry out a controlled experiment? Biology students at PHS can! Ask them about it...
PHS Art Club is working towards the Springfield Festival of Trees competition. Art Club hand creates ornaments, tree topper, & base for the school tree. Can you guess the theme for this year?
Students in Mrs. Watson's Introduction to Business class are writing questions from our chapter that can be answered with one of four response cards.
Deadlines are approaching for upcoming employment opportunities. Check out https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309 for current job offerings, such as https://5il.co/a3br
First graders are painting self portraits!!
Washington and Lincoln Schools' book fair is this Thursday and Friday (September 12-13) at Lincoln School. We are still in need of help on Thursday from 10-12 and Friday from 10-2. Please let us know ASAP if you are available (jlehn@panaschools.com). These events cannot be successful without all of our wonderful volunteers!!
Students in Mrs. Watson's class trying the Quiz, Quiz, Trade activity we learned from Mrs. Alt yesterday!
Interested in ordering Panther Gear? The online store to purchase items is OPEN and will remain open through Sept. 30th. Several shirt options and sizes available for men, women and kids! Here is the link: https://www.bsnteamsports.com/shop/VAYK2PPKDM
Go Panthers!
Sophomores are needed to help work in the concession stand at varsity football games! The money we make will be used for next year's prom and our senior trip. Parents are encouraged to help also! Sign up with Mrs. Whalen or Senor Evaul.
Pana teachers became students today as guest speakers shared strategies on wellness and provided hands-on learning activities.
Hannah Brewer from the Illinois Department of Natural Resource Safety Education department observed the Outdoor Resources class today at PJHS. She observed how Hunter Education is taught in a our classrooms so that it can be used for an example for other schools in Illinois that may want to add to their curriculum. PJHS have offered this class as an elective for students now for seven years.
Reinforcement of body regions today in A&P; nothing like a pile of sticky notes!
Lincoln Elementary will hold our Fall Scholastic Book Fair on Thursday 9/12/19 and Friday
9/13/19 during scheduled library times. It will remain open from 3:00-7:00 pm on Thursday night (9/12) for all families in the community. Please enter the building at the NW entrance.
PJHS remembers 9/11 in a brief ceremony led by the Panther Den.
Attention Lincoln Parents!!! The after school bus to the YMCA program is full. There are no more seats available for transportation. Kiddos can STILL GO to the YMCA After School Program but will need their own transportation.
Chemistry students began work on a density lab today in which they used two different methods to determine density of various objects.
Last week at PJHS we completed MAP testing and the following students signed the Wall of Fame for their positive office referrals: Andrew Kealen, Zoie Wemple, Claire Osborn, Eli Lindsay, Clayton Worker, Carter Edwards, Brynn Ade, Presley McNear, Kaine Cunningham, Nicole Jannink, and Skylier Clark. Nice work!!
Fall Book Fair!
Reminder for the week: Wednesday, September 11th, is a half-day school improvement day. All schools will dismiss 3 hours early.
Students in Ms Hahnenkamp’s class have been learning about coding by doing a few unplugged activities to get them ready to code on the chromes. Next week they will begin their journey using code.org.
Students in Mrs. Watson's classes celebrated the best moment from this week by posting it on the Brag Board. What was the best thing that happened to you this week?!
Students in Mrs. Watson's classes celebrated the best moment from this week by posting it on the Brag Board. What was the best thing that happened to you this week?!
Teamwork makes the dream work!
We wish Mr. Cothern the best of luck as he moves to the night shift over at PHS. He will be missed!
Parents and Guardians: Please take a moment to read the attached PDF letter on school safety from our superintendent.
https://5il.co/a1jp
Who says math can’t be fun??
Come join the Lincoln Elementary 5th Grade Band!!
Mrs Jones and Ms Hahnenkamp’s classes welcomed Mrs Berner to talk to them about bees. She told us how they get their bees, the jobs of the bees, & how they harvest the honey. She also let students try the honey.
Come join the Lincoln Elementary 5th Grade Band!!
Today Ms Hahnenkamp’s students learned about google docs. They have been studying parts of a letter, so they began typing a letter to their grandparents.
Today Ms Hahnenkamp’s student began their 100 mile challenge at recess. Look 👀 these students & Ms H reached a half mile. This is so much fun! Thanks to Mr Bauer & school board for funding this program.
The Introduction to Agriculture classes have been busy learning about character and leadership qualities. Here they are working on their “build a leader”.
September's Random Acts of Kindness Calendar at Lincoln Elementary.
Come join the Lincoln Elementary 5th Grade Band!!
Congrats to Austyn Dagen, Cameron Banning, Taylor Beck, Noah Weeden, Cayden Hankins, Brandon Schulz, Shane Warren, Devin Smith, Lukis Merrifield, Mya Smith, Kaylee Patrick, Kali Budds, Dalton Cole, Katie Christer, and Leah Christman for receiving positive office referrals and signing the PJHS Wall of Fame last week!
Today PJHS students celebrated completing Crushin’ It boot camp. For the last 2 weeks, students have learned about conflict resolution, proper technology use, good manners, doing the right thing and self regulation during Crushin’ It boot camp. Today’s celebration included hot dogs, Crush soda and extra recess time.
Reminder for the week: NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 2nd, for Labor Day.
Miss PJHS Open House? Please watch this video to see how you can keep in touch this year and be involved in your child's education.
https://youtu.be/ymkOAG7U454
2nd gr is a blast! Students in Ms Hahnenkamp’s class watched the reaction of baking soda, baking powder, & sugar with vinegar. Then they launched a water bottle. Next week, we are going to search more into why it makes that reaction.
Have you ever classified a pile of shoes? Zoology & Botany students built a dichotomous key to identify the shoes of the entire class. Ask a ZooBot student to describe the process!
Let’s test homeostasis of our heart rate! Anatomy & Physiology students working brains and bodies today!
If you were a Bess Beetle, how many times your own mass could you pull? Ask your nearest PHS Biology student to find out!!
Thursday we had our first Future Business Leaders of America meeting for the 2019-2020 school year!!
Seniors are learning about “Senior” things with Mrs Maxwell in English classes today!
Stop by Room 225 at PHS this evening From 6:30 to 8 pm during Open House to purchase your Chromebook insurance for the 2019-2020 school year. Deadline for payments is tomorrow, August 30th.
$19 for the year protects your device from unforeseen accidents. A screen replacement alone is $36; get your Chrome protection today!
Mrs. Schmitz’s class is ready for kickoff Friday night! The boys chose a varsity number for their players. #littlepanthers
Pana CUSD #8 has increased the Substitute Teacher pay rate to $90.00 per day! We are always looking for Teacher Subs to Join Us!!! If you or anyone you know is interested, please share or call 217-562-1500 for more info. GO PANTHERS!!!!
Pana Community Hospital St. Louis Shopping Trip! Sat Nov. 23, 2019. RSVP at 562-2131 ext 383, Please share:)
Getting back into the experimental mindset in Bio class!
Algebra 2 students practiced transforming graphs on desmos.com yesterday!
STEM project in Mrs. King’s class. Goal: build the tallest tower out of 12 straws.
STEM project in Mrs. King’s class. Goal: build the tallest tower with 12 straws.
PTO Fundraiser: If you have friends and family that are interested in ordering online and you choose to "Register" your child (NOT required, but helpful), you will need the organization id # 59651. This information was inadvertently left off of the blue information sheet.
PTO fundraiser packets are going home today with Washington and Lincoln Schools' students! This will be our ONLY fundraiser of the year. Orders AND money are due Sep. 9. Please help support our schools by participating. Thank you!!!
Thank you to the teachers and Panther Den kids who helped with the PJHS donut drive thru at arrival today. “Donut” forget Open House on Thursday from 6:30-8!
Any family that ordered Yard Signs at registration, your order is in! You are welcome to stop by the HS office and pick yours up weekdays until 4pm.
Washington school had so much fun with the high school visitors today!
PJHS will host Open House on Thursday, August 29th. This year the format will be a little different. Come at 6:30 and report to your child’s homeroom for a parent/guardian communication info session so you’ll know all you need to know about staying in touch and up-to-date this school year! After the session, tour the building and see our brand new look! If you can’t make it at 6:30, no worries! Come when you can. A video of the presentation will be available after Open House. See you there!
Just a few more of the many kiddos who are really enjoying the 100 miles club!!
We had a great time at our PBIS kick Panther celebration. Thanks to some of our high schoolers for showing us what it means to be a Panther!
We had a great time at our PBIS kick Panther celebration. Thanks to some of our high schoolers for showing us what it means to be a Panther!
5th grade students were visited by the PHS band students today who gave a great demonstration of each instrument. Watch for band sign up information coming home with students very soon!
Racking up those laps for the 100 mile club and Mrs. Reiss even got into the action today!
Mrs. Lehn's 2nd grade participated in a fun STEM project. They had to "Save Fred" by getting a gummy Lifesaver around a gummy worm after its boat (a cup) capsized. The tricky part was that they couldn't touch these things with their hands... They could only use 4 paper clips!!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class is part of the pride. Go Panthers 🐆!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class wants to Thank our high school Panthers 🐆 for coming and sharing what it means to be a Panther 🐆 with us. Go Panthers!
This week at PJHS...Congrats to Brianna Mathis who signed the Wall of Fame for taking time to assist a struggling student. Thanks to Chief Bland for coming in to speak with students about making responsible choices. We appreciate your partnership in keeping our schools safe!
6th graders listened to the story “Perfect.” Then, they chose which character from the story they could best relate to and explain why.
PHS English Dept: Dressed and ready for a successful year! Go Panthers!
We loved having the High School kids come see us today at Washington School. Mrs. Hrabak’s class in their orange and blue!!
Lots of learning taking place in Ms Hahnenkamp’s room. Cup Challenge, Kahoot, Rocket Launch 🚀 just to name a few. Busy first week of school.
STEM Cup Stacking Challenge
STEM Cup Stacking Challengers
The school district provided bottled water for the Lincoln Elementary students today due to the boil order after a break in the water line on 2nd and Vine. We will continue to provide water until the boil order is lifted but would like to encourage you during this time to send your student to school with water from home as well.
Four of our Lincoln School 3rd graders were the first to reach 1 mile in our all school 100 Mile Club.!!!!!
Algebra 2 students worked together on a card sort today, involving function families! They matched function names with their corresponding equations and graphs.
PHS English Dept. is cleaning house! We have FREE copies of novels. Email Mrs Patton if interested!
Mrs. Berns's Geometry students performed a hands on measuring project today in class.
With the support of Trevor and Jeri Ann Higgins, we will be hosting a Donate Life night! The Pana volleyball team and Central A&M volleyball team will be working together to provide cakes to be auctioned between the JV and Varsity matches! Come on out and support the cause! All proceeds will go to the Higgins family. There will be other activities going on throughout the night!
Mrs. Epley’s class used food to show place value to hundreds. Yum!
Congratulations 6th grader Liberty Law! She was the first student to receive a Positive Office Referral and sign Mrs. Ellis’s Wall of Fame! Liberty was nominated by Miss Brandis for sitting with a student who was sitting alone at lunch. We are proud of you, Liberty!
First day pics: It was a great day to be a Panther at PJHS!
Kindergarten students will dismiss at 11:45 Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. They will start the regular dismissal schedule on Friday.
A huge shout out to Mr Bauer, board members, & Nicole for the delicious lunch today. Great way to begin a new school year. Thanks so much!
Today we welcomed back our teachers and staff to Pana CUSD #8 for Teacher Institute. A big thanks to Nicole Blodgett and board members for serving lunch today.
Can't wait to see everyone tonight!!!
WELCOME TO WASHINGTON SCHOOL
Meet the Teacher Night
Thursday August 15th
5:00-6:00 pm
Bring your school supplies and your smiles!
See you soon!
Flipping with excitement to meet my new students and their families tomorrow night at meet the teacher night.
Meet the Teacher! Welcome to PJHS and PHS Miss Shelby Bayless! Miss Bayless will teach 6-12 Music this year. She graduated from Illinois College in May 2019 with a degree in Music Education. While at IC, she was very active in the choirs, Mu Phi Epsilon Music Fraternity, and Kappa Delta Pi. She has loved music for a long time and knew from the time she started choir in the 6th grade that her dream was to teach music. Miss Bayless is excited to start her teaching career at Pana and to be able to give students the opportunities to create, reform, and become educated music consumers. In her free time, she loves participating in community theatre. This past summer she was in Hairspray at The Legacy Theatre in Springfield. She has also been in shows at The Muni, Theatre in the Park, and Springfield Theatre Center. Miss Bayless loves to watch theatre with her friends, binge watch reality TV, and visit with her family and their dogs. Welcome to Pana, Miss Bayless!
Meet the Teacher! Ms. Erin Nicolas joins the PJHS special education staff this year. Ms. Nicolas has lived in Pana her entire life, and she is excited about starting a new chapter working in her hometown! She attended Lakeland Community College and earned her Associates degree before transferring to ISU where she received a Bachelors in Education in 2009. She began subbing within in the Pana School District and found her love for working with special education students. Ms. Nicolas attended Greenville University in 2013 and earned her LBS1 endorsement. In 2015, Ms. Nicolas began teaching K-5 special education at South Fork Elementary before accepting the position here at PJHS. Ms. Nicolas enjoys spending time with her boyfriend Chris and his children as well as boating, riding wheelers, campfires, and any activities with her niece Eloise. Welcome, Ms. Nicolas!
Meet the Teacher! Welcome to PJHS Miss Britany Watrous. Miss Watrous will be teaching 7th grade math. She graduated from EIU in December of 2018 after student teaching with PJHS's Mr. Miller in the Fall. After graduation, Miss Watrous taught 7th grade reading at Edison Middle School in Champaign, but has made the move back to PJHS. She is looking forward to her wedding in November, and she also enjoys reading, unsweet tea, and all things Disney! Welcome (back) to PJHS Miss Watrous!
Meet the Teacher!
Introducing Mrs. Cindy McKinney, who will teach 8th Grade Math at PJHS. Mrs. McKinney and her family have just moved to Pana and are excited to be part of this community. She and her husband are both teachers, and they have 2 daughters. Mrs. McKinney grew up in a small town in the Bloomington-Normal area and attended college at Illinois Weslyan University. She has taught a variety of levels including elementary, junior high math, and high school. Mrs. McKinney likes to spend the majority of her time with her family, and they love to be outside playing and riding bikes. She also enjoys reading, music, and sports, and the family can often be found at school events throughout the year. Mrs. McKinney looks forward to working with the students of PJHS and meeting lots of new people. Welcome Mrs. McKinney!
Meet the Teacher!
Introducing Brooke Brandis. Ms. Brandis will teach P.E. at PJHS this year. Ms. Brandis grew up in Taylorville and graduated from Illinois College where she played volleyball for all four years of her college career. Currently, she coached club volleyball out of Springfield, IL for a team called Shock. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends and family, especially her nephew Nash. She also enjoys working out and going on walks or car rides with her dog Eddie. Welcome Ms. Brandis!
Know a Pana alumni you would like to see honored? Pana is still accepting nominees for the 2019 Wall of Fame. Nominations will be accepted through the end of August. Forms can be mailed or dropped by the PHS office until the 31st.
PJHS staff all came together today for an unpacking party. Teachers and staff are working hard to get everything ready for the first day of school. A huge thanks to all the maintenance staff for their incredible efforts!! Oh and also, pizza was enjoyed by all.
New Student Chromebook Orientation (grades 6-12) and 6th Grade Orientation is Monday, August 12 at 5:30 in the PJHS auditorium. All students and parents/guardians new to the chromebook program must attend the orientation meeting, including students new to the district in grades 7-12 and all 6th grade students. A device cannot be issued without this meeting. Sixth grade orientation will begin at 6:30 after the Chromebook meeting. If you cannot attend, please call 562-6500 (JH) or 562-6600 (HS).
Freshmen Orientation by the numbers..... 84 students, 8 staff members, 6 service learners, 13 pizzas, 4 hours, 7 activities, 9 small groups. Not having any surprises on the first day of school......... Priceless!!
Pana School Supply Giveaway at the United in Faith Church. Saturday August 10th from 9 until 12.
He’s back! The PJHS panther is looking good! Here’s a sneak peek.
Reminder to Freshman: PHS Orientation will be this Thursday from 1:30 to 5:30 with the parent meeting following at 6:30 pm.
New to Lincoln this year! So excited for 2019 2020
Please note the date of this event has changed since the original information was sent home last May.
Reminder: Mrs. Sowarsh & Mrs. Maxwell are available today in the PHS office from 8 am to 8 pm to assist any PHS student needing a schedule change. All schedule change requests MUST be made by Friday, August 2nd.
Lincoln Elementary School Supply Lists!
Another sneak peek of PJHS! Getting closer to project completion!
Parents who have registered online can skip the online registration line in the HS Library and proceed to pay your fees in the Gym. If you have not registered online please call the Unit Office 562-1500 for your login/password. Register here: https://pana-il.lumentouchhosts.com
Corrected - Pana Jr. High - Important Information needed before first practice - Physical - Insurance Waiver - Concussion Form. Dates and details below.
Athletic Handbook Meetings Grades 7-12 Mandatory for anyone playing any sport for the 19-20 school year. Tuesday July 30, Sunday August 4, Sunday August 11. Where: High School Panther Den @ 5pm. Athlete & Parent must attend 1 meeting to sign-off on required Concussion form.
Quick update- our champs got stuck in traffic and will be slightly delayed. It may be 5:30pm or so. That gives everyone more time to spread the word. Go Panthers!
Please join us today (Sunday, July 21) in welcoming our Champion Solar Car Team home from victory! They will be getting back around 5pm. Pana Fire Department will be there for the escort. Please share and come out to support them!
Online registration help will be made available in the HS library on July 31st from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. School fees are still due on July 31st. For those unable to attend, you can mail your fees to your child's school. A fee list can be found on the panaschools.com news feed.
New this year: Registration will take place entirely online.
The online registration portal was opened on July 17th for those wishing to get an early start.
If you need assistance with this process you can call the unit office at 217-562-1500.
Correction: Registration payments may be made on registration day July 31st from 8am to 8pm at the Pana High School Gym.
Congratulations to he Pana Solar Car Team who has once again brought home a victory! Not only did they win the first day of racing, they also were the CHAMPIONS of the classic division for the entire race! Additionally, Lucas Duduit won the Order of the Cell for the 2nd year!
Online registration is working great. Over 100 parents have registered. If you don't remember your password or don't know your account info call the District Office at 217-562-1500 to get started. Direct link to the parent portal: https://pana-il.lumentouchhosts.com
Parents & Students: Schedules are available to view in Lumen. Any student requesting a schedule change must contact Mrs. Sowarsh or Mrs. Maxwell by phone, email or in the Pana High School office on July 31st during walk-in registration hours, 8 am - 8 pm.
Online registration for the 2019-2020 school year is now open for all grade levels! If needed, contact the Unit Office at 562-1500 for a password-reset. Lumen Parent Portal can be accessed here: https://pana-il.lumentouchhosts.com/light/lumen/signin
Opportunity For School/Sports Physicals Wed July 17, 2019 from 4-7pm at Christian County Health Dept in Taylorville. $35 fee, please call 824-4113 for more info.
The school supply list for 4th Grade Ms Burrus does not indicate school supplies for her class. You will need 2 composition notebooks, 1 box of bandaids, and 1 highlighter in addition to the common 4th grade supplies. We apologize for this omission and hope to clear up any confusion prior to registration. Please let fellow classmates know as well.
Reminder that online registration opens on July 17th through Lumen for those who wish to register early. Don't know your login information? Stop by or contact the Unit Office for password-reset assistance.
***2019-2020 K-8 SUPPLY LISTS available in the www.panaschools.com NEWS section on the front webpage***
Want to see how the new online registration portal works? Training videos for parents of new students https://youtu.be/JJJFXNrS9S4 and returning students https://youtu.be/D2miDcQs6-I
Parents: Beginning July 17th you can register your child online through Lumen Parent Portal. Online registration day (with available computers to the public) will be at Pana High School on Wednesday, July 31st from 8 am to 8 pm.
New employment opportunities available: https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309
Educational Sites for Summer!
Attention incoming freshman and parents:
The date for Freshman Orientation has been moved from Tuesday, August 6th, to Thursday, August 8th. Times will remain the same: Student session is 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm while the parent meeting will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
New employment opportunities available:
https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309
FCA camp 8th grade pyramid
PCH Auxiliary Fundraiser
FCA Powercamp
Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of the Varsity Boys Track Team, Sunday, June 23rd, at 3 pm in the Panther Den at PHS. Presentation of the State Trophy will take place at 3:30 pm.
PJHS renovation sneak peek!
Information is available from ISBE concerning free summer meals for students:
The Lincoln Elementary FB page has moved to this page but you will continue to get all the same kind of information without missing a thing!
We are looking for donations for our Makerspace.
As you are out and about at the garage sales this summer or Spring cleaning and if you would like to donate to this cause, we are looking for.... puzzles, Legos, building blocks and any type of Hands-On activities that 3rd 4th and 5th graders might enjoy.
New positions have just been posted. Check them out here: https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309
Soccer Awards ceremony will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, June 4 at 6:30 pm in the Panther Den. Boys Track Awards Ceremony will be held Wednesday, June 5, at 6 pm in the Panther Den.
New employment opportunities available! Check them out here:
https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309
Please join us this evening as we celebrate our graduates!
Any high school student interested in attending summer school please contact PHS office as soon as possible. Your last day to sign up is Friday, May 31st!
PHS summer school runs from June 3rd-June 21st
Kudos to the maintenance staff who moved all the classrooms in 2.5 days! The PJHS office is relocated to the gym for the time being.
Last day of Kindergarten! Look out 1st Grade!!
Fun activities for the last day! Mrs. Rodman’s Second Grade enjoyed the picnic! 🧺
At the Opry!!
Students dismissed at 12:15, moving and renovation in full swing by 12:30! Big changes coming this summer. Stay tuned!
Senior Trip 2019
8th Grade Promotion was held on Friday, May 24th. Best wishes to the newest class of Pana High School!
The Pana Panthers are the class 1A runner-up at state! Cody Klein is the state champion in the 100m and 200m dash.
Thanks to Mrs Hay for all the years she taught our students and organized track and field day. You will be missed, but excited that you will join us next year for track and field day. Enjoy your retirement!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class enjoyed participating in track and field day. Thanks to Mrs Hay & all the workers who made it a great day!
Thanks to the PTO for the tasty ice cream 🍨! It sure hit the spot on such a hot day!
Me Hahnenkamp’s class enjoyed an inside cool down picnic in the classroom on this very hot track and field day. Good food, good friends, and good music. I loved listening to them sing.
Mrs. Rodman’s kids took time for a dance party during Track and Field day.
Mrs. Beyers’ Track & Field Day Fun!!
A Big THANK YOU to the Pana PTO for the ice cream. It was the perfect treat for a hot day!
Schmitz kids enjoyed a fun day outside playing on our playground and decorating the cement with chalk. These kiddos are ready for summer!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class enjoyed playing Disney Headbands with Mrs Lehn and drawing Olaf with Mrs Rodman. They found it challenging to draw a snowman with your eyes closed😮. They also made words with the phrase “do you want to build a snowman”. Sharing day is fun!
Second grade students participated in sharing day. Mrs Morrell and ms Hahnenkamp did a Kahoot all about Disney. Look who made the podium!
Please remember today is a 45-min early dismissal.
6th graders visited Cahokia Mounds today. Students were able to climb one of the major mounds and observe many ancient artifacts.
Junior students add community service projects to their college portfolios and help beautify the community. Way to go!
A sincere thank you and best wishes to our PJHS staff moving on to new adventures next year.
8th annual PJHS 5k was a great event! Congrats to all the student and teacher runners! Thank you to everyone who came out to cheer us on along the route!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class was given the task of handing the Jr High 5K runners water cups as they ran by. Students loved doing this and cheering the runners on. Thanks Mrs Hay for asking us to help!
Today is the Day! Please Join Us for a Retirement Reception Wed. May 22, from 4-5:30 in the PHS Panther Den for the following retirees: Kay Medley, Elsie Stewardson, Jody Hay, Karen Nance, Barb Thompson, Janet Dionne, and Nancy Brewer Swenny. Open House - Public Invited:)
Mrs Smith’s class had a great day at Scovill Zoo
Mrs. Morrell’s 2nd grade enjoyed a tour at Carnegie Schuyler Library today. The students learned how easy and fun it can be to check out books. This trip will hopefully encourage the students to read over the summer.
Mrs. LaMarche's class enjoyed learning about the construction project happening at Pana Community Hospital today!
Escape Room
Escape Room
Magic That Motivates w Richard Landry and his assistant Snowball.
Principal's Reward Assembly at Lincoln Elmentary
Kids for Character (6 pillars of Character)
PJHS Chromebook Collection is tomorrow (5/22). Students: bring your device, CHARGER, and carrying case to turn in. 8th graders who have paid their fees will receive devices on Friday for keeping. 6th and 7th grade devices will be stored for the summer. Please SHARE!
Schmitz kids enjoyed a trip to Pana Community Hospital this afternoon. Thank you Melissa Rybolt and the guys at O’Shea Construction for the amazing tour!
Field trip fun!! Mrs. Beyers Kindergarten Kids were on the loose at the Scovill Zoo !
Zoo trip in Kindergarten!!
Kindergarten field trip to the zoo.
Congrats to the 2019 IM Volleyball Champs!
The 5th grade students at Lincoln Elementary have officially graduated from the D.A.R.E. program. Thank you to Officer Ryan for investing your time in our kiddos!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class had the privilege to meet Jerry, a Vietnam vet, who they wrote letters to for the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight. He was so touched by their letters that he wanted to thank them personally. Thanks to Mrs Bauman for being his guardian.
Want to know what our 2019 PHS graduates will be doing after graduation? Check out their future plans on our website: https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/seniors-2019--2
Future Business Leaders of America. Our last meeting for the 2018-2019 school year. I'm going to miss this group!!
A special shout of THANKS to our Cafeteria Staff who not only work diligently to prepare our breakfasts and lunches, but also give smiles and words of encouragement to those who need it.
You are APPRECIATED each and every day! Thank you for all that you do!
Thanks to the PEF for the grant to purchase a portion of the target for the Pana Archery Club!
Some sixth grade student reps and Mrs. Ellis had the privilege of meeting the upcoming 6th grade class today for a Q & A session. Save the date: 6th grade orientation is 8/12/19, 5:30-7:30!
Today 2nd graders visited Lincoln School. Mrs Millburg took them around the building to meet the 3rd grade teachers and see the building. Our kids were so excited to see all the cool books in the library! Thanks Mrs Millburg and 3rd grade teachers for making us feel at home!
The second grade students that were respectful, safe, and ready to learn had a great trip to the Dairy Queen!
Schmitz kids had a super fun day at the Children’s Museum in Decatur on Tuesday. We explored the museum and enjoyed the playground.
Thank you Mike and Jared Trexler for meeting with our Introduction to Business class last week!
Thank you to Mrs Ellis and the sixth grade student panel for talking with our 5th graders today
Letters were sent home this week for those students receiving scholarships that will be honored during the annual Scholarship Dinner, which will take place this Sunday, May 19, 6 pm, at Pana High School.
Kirsten Cravens Food Fight Fundraiser
PHS Final Exam Schedule is here!
https://5il.co/7php
The 2nd graders visited us at Lincoln Elementary today. They were so excited to meet Mrs. Millburg and the 3rd grade teachers. Miss Rodman, our new 3rd grade teacher, was able to be with us today too! The library was a hit too!!!!!
PHS Finals Schedule
Summer volleyball camps for 2019 are due to your child's office by 5/19/2019 (Wednesday) Camp is for girls in grades 6-12 for the 2019-2020 school year.
https://5il.co/7ozd
Eat Pana SUBWAY tonight May14, until 10pm to help a great cause, the Pana Education Foundation!
The first grade classes had such a great time on the field trip to the Children’s Museum today! Here are some photos of Mrs. Crawford’s class enjoying all the fun activities!
As we start to head into summer break it is the perfect time for a refresher on internet safety and using social media responsibly! Thank you to Ms Skinner for spending time with us at Lincoln Elementary today!
Brinkoetter's Bakery was open for business today! Student used recipes with fractions to make something for Math class today. They then presented their recipe to the class before sharing yummy snacks!!!! #STEM
Mrs. Reiss' 3rd Grade class at Lincoln Elementary has some exciting things starting to happen in the incubator!!!!
You are invited to the Christian County CEO Trade Show!
Please Join Us for a Retirement Reception Wed. May 22, from 4-5:30 in the PHS Panther Den for the following retirees: Kay Medley, Elsie Stewardson, Jody Hay, Karen Nance, Barb Thompson, Janet Dionne, and Nancy Brewer Swenny. Open House - Public Invited:)
Don't forget! Subway purchases from 3 pm - 10 pm tomorrow help support the PEF!
Choose Subway on May 14th! Come out and support the Pana Education Foundation as a portion of each purchase made from 3 - 10 pm will be donated to the PEF.
Mrs. LaMarche's First grade class enjoyed the sunshine and a good book this afternoon!
Final update: The 3rd graders arrived safe and sound around 4:30 and everyone has been picked up! Thanks for your patience. Have a great weekend!
3rd graders are on the move back to Pana, estimated time of arrival is 4:30.
Update on the 3rd graders that are still on the field trip....
The bus is moving to a bypass around the crossing. They may be an additional 25 minutes IF they can get across the other crossing. Students can be picked up at Lincoln School.
Attn: The 3rd grade students on the field trip bus HAVE NOT started moving still as of yet, We will update on here as soon as they are back on the road.
The buses on the 3rd grade field trip have been delayed and unable to cross the tracks at the Shelbyville Dam. Their estimated time of arrival back at Lincoln School will be approximatly 3:30.
Attention 3rd Grade Parents:
Students will not return to the school from the field trip until 3:30 pm. Students will need to be picked up at Lincoln School at that time.
Thank you to FFA and Mr. Woods for the fun the kids had at the barnyard zoo!
Mrs. Smith’s class had a fun time at the FFA Barnyard Zoo.
Mrs. Rodman’s class did a fun science project that included a Mother’s Day craft. Our experiment demonstrates how water fills a flower and causes it to bloom. We are sure our moms will enjoy doing this project with us!🌸
Mrs. Morrell’s 2nd grade enjoyed an end of the year picnic with their Kindergarten Buddies from Mrs. Hrabak’s class. Each month they spend time doing a fun activity with their buddy.
Mrs. Morrell’s class had a blast at Pana FFA’s Barnyard Zoo! Thank you for inviting us!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class did a mystery location Skype with a 4/5 class from Colorado. We learned some new vocabulary as well as their location. Connecting with other kids is so exciting!
2019 Senior Walk through Lincoln Elementary School
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=share&v=FTsdP6TmJHI#dialog
Eli is very proud of his final project in Clothing: Fanny Pack.
PHS Art Students traveled outside to work on their Weekly Assigned Drawings. They learned how to draw from sight and learned about Plein Air Sketching in an Urban setting.
PHS Art Students traveled outside for their Weekly Assigned Sketchbook assignments. They learned how to draw from sight and learned about Plein Air terminology.
We had a great time today at the FFA Barnyard Zoo!
Thank you, Mr. Wood and the FFA kids! Mrs. Rodman’s class loved the Barnyard Zoo!
Pana Pride invites you to join them on May 11th:
Last chance to order your PHS 2018-2019 Yearbook. Don't miss out!
Woo Hoo! Schmitz kids went to the Barnyard Zoo! Thank you Mr. Wood and FFA members for another fun adventure in the barnyard.
Choose Subway on May 14th! Come out and support the Pana Education Foundation as a portion of each purchase made from 3 - 10 pm will be donated to the PEF.
Mrs. LaMarche's class wrapped up our Spring MAP testing Tuesday, so we celebrated our hard work on Wednesday with a Crazy Sock day and a Sock Hop dance party.
Congratulations to the boys and girls track and field team for both being the SCC Champions! Also, a huge thank you to the families of the athletes for showing up on a moments notice to surprise the athletes with the exciting news! A great conference championship celebration!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class planted seeds this begin their Grown Your Garden project. They will document the progress in their own slide presentation. Thanks to Dr. Beyers for letting us use his grow lights. Students are so excited to watch the seeds grow!
Lincoln School Music & Art Program this Thursday, 7:00 PM, High School Gym
Last Ag in the Classroom lesson with Ms Ms Hahnenkamp’s class lead by Ms Livingston from the U if I Extension Office was all about gardening.
Off to share what we do with technology in our classroom at TECH Showcase. Thanks for asking us Mrs Skinner! We enjoyed creating our presentations and sharing with our board and community business leaders.
The high school girl’s track and field team took their #kirstenstrong support to the SSC track meet! Tonight, we competed for Kirsten!
#kirstenstrong
Mrs. King's class is giving a big ol' shout out.... Thinking of you Kirsten!
NHS visits the St. Louis Zoo
A little science leads to nature as National Honor Society heads to the St. Louis Zoo.
National Honor Society seniors enjoy the City Museum in STL.
National Honor Society students explore on their trek to the City Museum.
Students in Mr. Lipe and Mr. Pumphreys Drivers ed classes got to watch an extraction of one of their fellow students today in efforts to reinforce the importance of wearing your seat belts and staying off your phone while driving.
Join us on May 14th! Kristen Craven's Fundraiser is open to the public.
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to the most amazing staff!!!! Thank you for always putting our kiddos first and for making my 1st year as a principal so great!!!!!
Lincoln Elementary wants to wish a Happy Nurses Week to our school nurse Tammy Deere! From bandaids and ice packs to bloody noses and much, much more We Appreciate all that you do!!!!
Mrs. Reynolds class enjoyed kindergarten prom today!
Check out PJHS 6th graders Natural Disaster Info-graphics! As a culminating project for identifying cause and effect relationships, students researched a natural disaster and then took their information to create an info-graphic to share.
https://padlet.com/lmayhall/l7fxk89ymqyg
Mrs. Mathon's classes played Quizlet Live to review the academic language they've learned this quarter. The students loved the combination of team work, competition, laughter, and learning!
Mrs. Mathon's classes played Quizlet Live to review the academic language they've learned this quarter. The students loved the combination of team work, competition, laughter, and learning!
Mrs. Morrell‘s second grade class finished their rainforest unit today by presenting a program for their families. The students shared facts, performed poems, songs, and a play. The students worked hard to turn their classroom into a rain forest for the program.
Mrs. LaMarche's first grade class had a great time during pioneer day! Students had to work together to build our very own covered wagon. Now we're ready to travel West!
Mrs. Beyers Class and Kindergarten Prom fun!
First grade’s Pioneer Day was a success! Mrs. Crawford’s class had a pioneer feast and did many pioneer games and activities!
Mrs. Schmitz’s class celebrated Pioneer Day today. They dressed as pioneer children, made yarn dolls, created pioneer journals, played pioneer games, and even did laundry using a washboard and tub. This special day was planned to celebrate the end of our unit on life long ago and to celebrate finishing the book Little House in the Big Woods. We had so much fun!
Fun at Kindergarten Prom
Lincoln School PBIS Character Trait awards for kindness!
Terry Rodman from Graphic Packaging International visited Mrs. Rodman’s Second Grade Class. He discussed GPI products, jobs, careers, and dedication to renewal. The class watched a video which brought about great discussion concerning careers in programming and robotics. A big THANK YOU to GPI for giving trees to our class! Thank you Mr. Rodman for the fun presentation.
Kindergarten Prom
Kindergarten Prom
3rd grade Art students are learning different painting categories. They are now working on the abstract paintings.
Pioneer Days in Grade 1- an extension of the Reading Curriculum
More pictures from the PJHS Curriculum Fair
PJHS held the 2nd Annual Curriculum Fair on Wednesday, May 1st. Thanks to all who came to see what our teachers and students have been up to! Wonderful display of learning and talents!
Congratulations to 8th grader Brant Bowker, who was selected by his teachers to represent PJHS at the Illinois Principals' Association Student Recognition Breakfast on Thursday, May 2nd.
Good Deeds Group had a great time with students from Washington School doing Super Hero Activities.
Our first official FBLA meeting at Pana High School!
The Art Show @ the 2019 PJHS Curriculum Fair. The artwork comes from the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade classes during 4th Quarter only.
Congratulations to these individual winners from the Business and Computer Contest!!
Pana placed 3rd out of 17 schools at the Business and Computer Contest. Super proud of this group!!
It was Hawaiian Day at Lincoln Elementary!
Check out the Annual PEF Newsletter, showcasing support of education and technology in our schools.
https://5il.co/7jkc
Thank you Mr. Cross from the Pana History Museum for speaking to the First Grade classes this morning. It was fun learning about the history of our town.
Mealworm observations in Mrs. Hedderich’s Science class.
PHS Baseball, Softball, & Soccer games for today are CANCELLED.
Jump Rope for Heart
Jump Rope for Heart
Jump Rope for Heart
Jump Rope for Heart
Character and Kindness Award Winners- April 2019
Please join us for the PJHS Curriculum Fair on Wednesday, May 1 from 5-6:30. Students will showcase their work from all subject areas and PBL classes. Come see what your students have been up to!
A fun night at Washington School Spring Fling!!
What a great night at the Washington School Spring Fling concert and art show! The kids did an awesome job singing and everyone had fun at the photo booth and games! Thank you to Mrs. Tynan for organizing such a wonderful event!
These 2 students were the only pair to pass both Egg drops. I challenged them to construct something using materials that the HS physics class used. Let’s just say they need more time to develop. Good job you 2!
Lakeland Summer College for Youth! Flyers will be coming home with students soon.
Spring Fling Reminder! Join the FUN tonight Thurs, April 25 at the Spring Fling Concert starting at 6:00 pm at the PHS Panther Den!! Be there!!!:)
This group of students in Ms. Hahnenkamp’s class beg to have working lunches with Mrs. Mahnke to read & discuss the series of books they are working in. Look at the excitement! I joined them today & marveled in their enthusiasm. Thanks for taking the extra time, Mrs Mahnke!
Ms. Hahnenkamp’s class went next door to the Prep room to checkout the chicks. Mrs. Ginger showed us how to hold them & discussed how long it took for the eggs to hatch.
Mrs. Smith’s class had fun celebrating Easter last week!
Thank you Ms. Skinner for introducing us to Flippity. Thank you Mrs. Lehn for entering all our spelling words. This is a fun and useful learning tool.
May Fun Day supply notes are being sent out today (Thursday). Thanks for your quick response!! If your child brings home a note, please send in your item on or before Tuesday, April 30th.
Students in Mrs. Schmitz’s class have been learning about life long ago. They have been working hard on their stories about pioneer life. Today they worked with a partner to edit their writing. Lots of important learning going on in First Grade!
Students in Mrs. Schmitz’s class have been learning about life long ago. They have been working hard on their stories about pioneer life. Today they worked with a partner to edit their writing. Lots of important learning going on in First Grade!
Hamburger Wars in Foods II= success
$3,000 of gift cards and prizes are awaiting some lucky students who attend this year's post prom festivities. Prizes include Smart TVs, Laptops, Mini Fridge, State Fair Concert Tickets and numerous gift cards including Ulta, Casey's, Tres Compadres, & Starbucks. Forms due ASAP
Learning about breeds of cattle from the AG Lady.
Kindergarten Fun! Thanks Easter Bunny!!
Please attend the annual Washington Spring Fling. Book fair and Photo booth open at 5 pm. Concert and art show will begin at 6 pm. Carnival will follow the student performances.
Please attend the annual Washington Spring Fling. Book fair and Photo booth open at 5 pm. Concert and art show will begin at 6 pm. Carnival will follow the student performances.
Please attend the annual Washington Spring Fling. Book fair and Photo booth open at 5 pm. Concert and art show will begin at 6 pm. Carnival will follow the student performances.
Third graders met Lucy the Lightbulb when Heidi Hall from Shelby Electric brought her a few weeks ago.
Don’t forget tomorrow’s Spring Fling!
Mr. Lipe and Mr. and Mrs. Bowkers Physical Education classes were trained today on using an Aed and performing Cpr if need be. This is done once a semester to keep our students reminded on how to handle an emergency situation.
Physical science students have been calculating the mechanical advantage of various simple machines, such as levers and pulleys.
2019 Prom: “An Evening in Paris”
7-11 pm; Coronation at 7 pm.
Tickets on sale now for $10; $15 at the door.
2019 Prom Court
Another successful year of PHS Faculty Feud for our 3rd quarter PBIS celebration. The students were surveyed before hand and the questions were used during the game show.
FCA Power Camp for students entering 5th - 8th grades will take place June 17, 18, & 19th at Pana High School.
Sports offered: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Softball, and Volleyball.
Registration can be completed online: https://fca.regfox.com/2019silpanapowercamp
Congratulations to the Boy's Track Team! They won the Tri-County Sullivan Invite!
The things that Lincoln Elementary 5th grade teachers do to encourage our kiddos to do their best on the IAR/PARCC Test!!
The 6th grade language arts students have successfully completed their "How To" writing projects and presentations! It was great to see the hobbies and skills the 6th grade class shared! We learned about cooking, arts, crafts, sports, and so much more!
Two seventh-grade language arts classes earned a reward for good behavior this week. Students enjoyed the spring weather while working on fictional narratives.
Students in Mr. Lipe and Mr. Pumphreys driver ed classes have had the City of Pana Police in the last two days to discuss traffic stops and smart driving techniques and answering any questions that the students may have.
Students in Ms. Hahnenkamp's class worked on constructing a way to protect their egg for the egg drop challenge. Several groups made it through the first test of a 5 ft. drop. They will go onto round 2-drop from basketball hoop height. Many interesting ideas.
Students in Ms. Hahnenkamp's class worked on constructing a way to protect their egg for the egg drop challenge. Several groups made it through the first test of a 5 ft. drop. They will go onto round 2-drop from basketball hoop height. Many interesting ideas.
Students at Lincoln Elementary finished up IAR testing with root beer floats. We are D.O.N.E with I.A.R.!!!!
Some of the first grade classes wrote thank you letters to our local Honor Flight veterans!
New employment opportunities have posted. Check them out here: https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309
The Lady Panthers finished 1st at the Pana Invite on Saturday! Way to go Panthers!
The physics classes spent the class period today dropping eggs from various heights to see which group's egg crash platform could protect an egg from the highest drop. Students only got 20 sheets or paper, 1 meter of tape, scissors, and 20 minutes to design their device.
Mr. Lipe and Mr. Pumphery's Driver Education students heard from Mike Foster of Pana Fire Department and EMS. Mike always make a real life impression on our students.
7th grade students traveled to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago for their class trip on Friday, April 5th.
PJHS teachers Skyped with Monica Genta, author of Crushing it for Kids and Game Changers, during Wednesday's PLC time. They participated in a Q and A session to help them with strategies to engage and motivate students in the classroom.
6th grade language arts students a preparing a "How-To" writing activity and presentation that they will share with the class next week. Can't wait to see what each student will teach the class!
