🎸 A Rockin’ PBIS Celebration at Pennfield High! 🎉
On Friday, Panther Pride was in full force as Pennfield High School celebrated their PBIS program with an exciting event! Five talented students took the stage to showcase their skills, and Mr. Collins delivered an inspiring monologue about the value of every student and staff commitment to their success. 💬💚
To top it all off, Mr. Kirkland’s band, Burning Couches — featuring a former Pennfield graduate and local community members — rocked the house with a fantastic performance that brought the celebration to life! 🔥🎶
Way to go, Panthers! #PantherPride #PBISCelebration #LearnGrowLead
With community support we have been thankful to have Board of Education meetings recorded for our community to view. To have the ability to continue supporting this practice, volunteers are needed to both help record and edit the recordings of Board of Education meetings. If you have skills (or an interest!) in video recording, editing, or production, we would love your support. Your help will make it easier for our community to stay informed and engaged! If you are interested, please complete this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxJEySPdOLastOY1-M5zV2lqoumQ_aaDTx4f42QbJhDGjDOQ/viewform?usp=dialog. Thank you for considering this important way to get involved and make a difference! #VolunteerOpportunity #CommunitySupport #PantherPride
🏆 Board of Education Team Recognitions 🏀🎳
At last week’s Board of Education meeting, we were proud to celebrate two outstanding Panther teams for their I-8 Conference Co-Championship titles! 🙌
👏 Pennfield Boys Basketball Team - Led by Head Coach Robbie Hattan, the team brought energy, determination, and teamwork all season long.
👏 Pennfield Boys Bowling Team - Under the leadership of Head Coach Tyler Kipp, this talented group rolled their way to the top with focus and grit.
Congratulations to both teams on your incredible achievements—we’re so proud of your hard work and Panther pride! 💚🖤 #PantherPride #PantherStrong #I8Champions #LearnGrowLead
Kindergarten Screening & Registration will take place on April 16th and April 17th at North Penn Elementary. Screening and Registration will take place by appointment only. Please visit the website at https://www.pennfield.net/article/2069160 for more information or call the buildings listed below. Purdy Elementary: (269) 961-9795 North Penn Elementary: (269) 961-9797 We can’t wait to welcome our newest Panthers to Pennfield Schools!
Board of Education Policy Committee Meeting Notice
Pennfield Schools is now accepting unlimited applications for students K-12 interested in School of Choice for the 2025-2026 school year. Applications for Fall 2025 are open beginning April 7, 2025 and are due on August 28, 2025 at noon. Applications are available at Pennfield Schools Administration Office (8587 Pennfield Road, Battle Creek, MI 49017). You may call (269) 961-9781 to request an application or you may download an application at https://www.pennfield.net/page/school-of-choice.
Hope everyone had a restful and joy-filled Spring Break! As we get ready to kick things back off, just a heads-up from your friendly neighborhood Facilities Director:
New speed bumps have been installed around our parking lots to help keep our students, staff, and families safe. So if you feel a little bump in the road, don’t worry — it’s not a pothole, it’s progress!
Coming soon: 10 MPH speed limit signs to help keep things slow, safe, and steady.
Appreciate your patience, kindness, and those top-tier driving skills. Let’s make safety a team effort.
— Facilities and Maintenance Director, Mr. Hattan
This is a reminder to families that Spring Break will take place from March 28th through April 4th. We hope all of our Panther families enjoy a safe, restful, and fun-filled break! We look forward to seeing everyone back and ready to finish the year strong!
🎉 We had a great time connecting with families at the Community Action event on March 26th! Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to learn more about Kindergarten Registration in Pennfield Schools! 🍎
📌 As a reminder to families, Kindergarten Screening & Registration will take place on April 16th and April 17th at North Penn Elementary. Screening and Registration will take place by appointment only. Please visit the website at https://www.pennfield.net/article/2069160 for more information or call the buildings listed below. Purdy Elementary: (269) 961-9795 North Penn Elementary: (269) 961-9797 We can’t wait to welcome our newest Panthers to Pennfield Schools! #FuturePanther #LearnGrowLead #WelcomeToKindergarten
Kindergarten Screening & Registration will take place on April 16th and April 17th at North Penn Elementary. Screening and Registration will take place by appointment only. Please visit the website at https://www.pennfield.net/article/2069160 for more information or call the buildings listed below. Purdy Elementary: (269) 961-9795 North Penn Elementary: (269) 961-9797 We can’t wait to welcome our newest Panthers to Pennfield Schools!
📚 Engaging Minds, Building Connections 🧠✨
On Wednesday, March 19th, Superintendent Lemmer hosted a thoughtful and impactful community book study centered around The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt.
Parents, staff, and community members came together to explore the challenges facing today’s youth in the digital age and discuss ways we can work together to support their well-being—at school, at home, and in our community.
Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation and contributed to this important dialogue. Together, we’re creating a stronger, more connected future for our students. 💬📖
#PantherCommunity #AnxiousGeneration #LearnGrowLead #StrongerTogether
🎉 Celebrating Excellence On and Off the Field! 🎉
At this week’s Board of Education meeting, the Board had the opportunity to recognize two teams for their incredible academic achievements:
🏐 Varsity Volleyball – MIVCA Team Academic All-State
Under the leadership of Head Coach Brooke Wells, the 2024 Pennfield Varsity Volleyball team has earned MIVCA Team Academic All-State honors! These student-athletes have demonstrated true Panther pride by excelling in the classroom and on the court.
🏈 Varsity Football – MHSFCA Team Academic All-State
Led by Head Coach Robbie Hattan, the 2024 Pennfield Varsity Football team has also achieved MHSFCA Team Academic All-State recognition. Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to academics is truly commendable.
👏 Congratulations to both teams on this incredible accomplishment! The success of these student athletes sets a shining example for Panther Nation. #PantherPride #StudentAthletes #AcademicAllState #LearnGrowLead
Dunlap Elementary Shines in Board of Education Presentation 📊🎉
Yesterday, the Board of Education had the opportunity to visit Dunlap Elementary School for its regular March meeting – and what an inspiring visit it was! ✨
As part of the evening, Dunlap students and staff delivered a thoughtful presentation that showcased the heart of the building. 💚 Highlights included an overview of school celebrations, as well as, student data and growth 📈 shared by Principal Katrina Hill, a PBIS spotlight 🌟 from Dean of Students Olivia Holmes, and a special student-led segment 🎤 on what makes Dunlap such a special place to learn and grow. 🏫
All those in attendance at the meeting were excited to see the incredible work happening at Dunlap and left feeling energized by the dedication of the staff and the enthusiasm of the students. Way to go, Dunlap Elementary! 👏 #PantherPride #LearnGrowLead
This is a reminder to families that there will be a half day of school for students on Wednesday, March 19th for students with Parent Teacher Conferences taking place in the afternoon. We look forward to connecting with families during conferences!
Celebrating PBIS at Dunlap Elementary 🎉
Each month, Dunlap Elementary students and staff host a PBIS celebration to recognize students showing their P.A.W.S. each day! During the February celebration, students had a blast playing the Defy Gravity Game, and were excited to receive fun prizes like a Reading Month shirt!📚🎈
These celebrations are all about recognizing positive behavior and building a strong, supportive school community—and February was full of fun, laughter, and Panther Pride! Way to go, Dunlap Elementary! 👏👏 #PBIS #PantherPride #DunlapElementary #LearnGrowLead
🎉 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for Euchre with the Super on Wednesday, March 12th! Superintendent Lemmer kicked off the night with a few welcoming words, and then the cards—and the laughs—started flying. 😄🃏
It was a fantastic evening full of smiles, friendly competition, and great company. We’re so grateful for everyone who came out and made it such a fun success!
#EuchreWithTheSuper #CommunityConnection #PantherPride
This is a reminder to families that there will be a half day of school for students on Friday, March 14th as our staff will be participating in professional development. We hope that each of our families have a wonderful long weekend together!
Pennfield High School students Anna Keown and Alex Alton competed today as members of the Calhoun Area Career Center culinary team during the 2025 Michigan ProStart Invitational. This event brings students from across the state of Michigan to compete and showcase their skills. Teams of five had one hour to complete three separate dishes during today's competition. We are so proud of our students for their passion, dedication, and working to #LearnGrowLead each day!
Kindergarten Screening & Registration will take place on April 16th and April 17th at North Penn Elementary. Screening and Registration will take place by appointment only. Please visit the website at https://www.pennfield.net/article/2069160 for more information or call the buildings listed below.
Purdy Elementary: (269) 961-9795
North Penn Elementary: (269) 961-9797
We can’t wait to welcome our newest Panthers to Pennfield Schools!
Regular Board of Education Meeting Notice
