Join us in celebrating our Perfect Attendance superstars:
Aymar Stallone ⭐
Lilly Henrichs ⭐
Lexi White ⭐
Joshua Lopez ⭐
Thank you to these amazing students—and their supportive families—for making school a top priority. Keep shining bright and setting a wonderful example for us all!
Last Friday, we celebrated our annual 5th Grade Awards, and we couldn't be prouder of this amazing group of students. They have worked so hard, and it shows!
A special shoutout to the students recognized for:
✨ President’s Education Award for Academic Achievement
✨ President’s Education Award for Academic Excellence
✨ Participation in the ICTM Math Contest
✨ Illinois Principals Association Corn Belt Region Student Recognition
Thank you to our teachers, families, and staff for supporting these students all year long. Way to go, future junior high students!
🍎✨ CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION! ✨🍎
We are bursting with pride to announce our three incredible Teacher of the Year - Crystal Apple winners! 🏆
What makes this award so incredibly special? These teachers were nominated and voted for by their own peers and colleagues. There is truly no higher honor than being recognized by the people who work alongside you in the trenches every single day.
A huge thank you to our building principals and Mr. Steve Fiscus from Horace Mann for helping us present these well-deserved awards and celebrate our amazing staff.
🌟 Meet Our Winners 🌟
Kara Kinzinger, Clara Peterson Elementary School – Your dedication to your students and your infectious energy inspire everyone down the hall.
Katrina Reber, PBL Junior High School – Thank you for always going above and beyond, and for being the ultimate teammate.
Sheila Pickens, PBL High School – Your passion for teaching shines brightly every day, making our school a better place.
"The influence of a great teacher can never be erased." ❤️
Friday marked the official end of a fantastic school year! There were so many fun memories this year, including the Kindergarten Glow Days.
As we head into summer break, the Kindergarten class wants to send a special wish to all of our fellow students, teachers, and staff: Have a safe, happy, and GLOWING summer vacation!
Thank you for a wonderful year. We will see you all back in August!
Go Panthers! 🐾
From providing delicious meals and treats to donating raffle prizes and classroom supplies, your generosity reminded our staff that they have an entire village behind them. Because of you, our teachers felt seen, fueled, and deeply valued.
🍎 It’s Teacher Appreciation Week at PBL!
Our teachers are the heart of PBL School District. From sparking "lightbulb moments" in the classroom to being mentors, cheerleaders, and innovators, they go above and beyond every single day to support our students.
Now, it’s your turn to share gratitude and thanks for our teachers!
We’ve set up a Teacher Shoutout Form where you can leave a note of gratitude for a teacher who has made a difference in your child's life or our community. We will be sharing these messages with our staff throughout the week to show them just how much they mean to us.
📝 How to Participate:
Click the link below to access our Google Form.
Write a quick note highlighting a teacher’s hard work, a kind gesture, or a great classroom memory.
Hit submit and help us make their week unforgettable!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7ojjKpocywXQLoJrEl8zETneLVQKNi95JOb33EeHQTtDLxg/viewform?usp=header
Why we appreciate our PBL Teachers:
They Inspire: Turning everyday lessons into lifelong passions.
They Care: Building a safe, supportive environment for every student.
They Lead: Dedicating countless hours to extracurriculars, coaching, and growth.
Your child will be participating in the 2026 Panther Walk during PE in April! We have envelopes available for cash/check donations if needed! Each child will get to enjoy the bounce house and a sno cone in May regardless of donation amounts!
To add your child as a participant, please follow these 3 easy steps:
Go to this link -https://app.99pledges.com/fund/clarapete26/addme
Enter your child’s name, enter your email(s), and select the group your child belongs to. (Your child’s teacher is in the drop down menu)
Click “Add” > this will take you to your newly created pledge page!
All you have to do is make a donation for whatever amount you can, and share your child’s pledge page link with friends and family. We are shooting for 100% participation so no amount is too small.
All the proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly to Clara Peterson PIT CREW! We help to get teachers what they need in the classroom! PIT CREW also pays for field trips, teacher requests, and various activities within the school!
Thanks for your support!
Clara Peterson PIT CREW
