Pekin Community High School District #303 - The Fire is Within

The Pekin Girls Wrestling team kicked off their season with wrestle-offs today!Go Dragons!

Good luck to senior Morgan Coker and sophomore McKinlee Williams at the IHSA Cross Country State Finals today! The girls race at 1:00 PM. Go Dragons!

"It's A Wonderful Life" has had two fantastic performances! Don't miss your chance to see this holiday classic come to life on the PCHS stage today at 3 pm. The cast and crew have worked so hard to bring this show to life, so come out and catch the holiday spirit with this heart warming story. Hope to see you at the theater! Tickets may be purchased at the door or online. All cashless transactions. https://gofan.co/app/school/IL21468?activity=Play Toy donations are also being collected for local families.

It's meet day! Good luck to the Lady Dragons swim co-op as they compete in the Sectional meet today at Pekin! If you can't make it, be sure to tune in to the Pekin High Youtube account for the Live Stream! Swimming starts at 1:00 pm!

https://www.youtube.com/@pekincommunityhs/streams

After a hard fought second half, Pekin narrowed the lead, but ultimately fell 33-21 to Normal West. Bray and Dylan with second half touchdowns. GREAT SEASON DRAGONS, we're proud of you!

Pekin trails 27-7 at the half. Big plays from Dylan Anderson (touchdown run) and Bray Kormah (interception). Let's go Dragons!

43 Art students went to WIU for an art competition and took home 4 awards. Addison Hiles won best in show. Ellayna Culp took 1st place in 2D. Saraphine Lawerence won 2nd in photo, and Payton Buckley got a honorable mention award.

Who loves old hot rods? What is your favorite old muscle car or truck? Manufacturing students installing an airbag suspension and 4 link for a 1951 international truck. More pics to come as this build continues.

Art students enjoyed a fun day of creating at Western Illinois University. They tried their hand at printmaking, sculpting, metalworking, ceramics, drawing, and more!

PCHS Drama opened "It's A Wonderful Life" last night to a fantastic crowd! Two more chances remain to see this heart warming classic show. Tonight at 7 pm and Saturday at 3 pm. If you're feeling the Christmas spirit early, you can also drop off a toy that will go to families in need in Pekin. Tickets may be purchased at the door or through the link below. https://gofan.co/app/school/IL21468?activity=Play

It's Gameday!
Gates at 6 pm
Game at 7 pm
Cash or Go Fan Tickets
$9 cash or $8.35 Go Fan
https://gofan.co/event/7023699?schoolId=IHSA
All students MUST show ID to enter
All visitors must enter through visitor gate and may not switch sides

Listen Live here (no video): clutchsportsil.com
Video streaming here: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/ihsa/gamb75031f6ec
(for a fee per the IHSA)

Just a reminder! Thanksgiving break this year is November 21-November 29th. Parents, mark your calendars, and students, get ready for a little extra time to rest, relax, and enjoy your favorite Thanksgiving traditions!

Apply here: https://www.pekinhigh.net/page/job-opportunities-home

Student Council members attended the Hopewell Fall Workshop today. Karis Risner is on the Hopewell Executive Board. Eight students volunteered to step up and lead discussion groups today!

Pekin Swimming and Diving hosts the IHSA Swimming and Diving Sectional on Saturday. Diving starts at 9:00 AM, Swimming starts at 1:00 PM. Tickets are $9 cash or $8.35 via GoFan. Come out and support the Pekin Swim Co-op Lady Dragons!

Buy your tickets here: https://gofan.co/event/7010327?schoolId=IL21468

OPENING NIGHT!! Don't miss out on a wonderful holiday classic!! We are all excited to present to you "It's A Wonderful Life!"

Happy School Psychology Awareness Week to two of the best! PCHS is lucky to have these dedicated professionals as a part of our team!

Celebrate the holiday season with one of these festive items from PCHS Culinary: Dragon Cider Mulling Spice, Dragon Cafe Signature Stuffing Mix, Pumpkin S'more Fudge, Harvest Granola. Grab one or all today during Dragon Cafe, while supplies last!

Mother Bailey and her son would love for you to come to the show! Don't miss "It's A Wonderful Life" opening Thursday night! https://gofan.co/app/school/IL21468