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

General Information & Safety Reminders All PCHS students need to... Wear a mask while in the school building and when riding on the bus. Maintain social distancing (3 feet) as much as possible. Frequently wash their hands. Bring a water bottle. (Refill stations will be available). Stay home when they are ill. Be prepared to be temperature screened upon entry. #dragonpride

Freshmen Photos August 17 during Dragon Day Sophomore, Junior, and Senior Photos August 20th Commonly asked picture day questions: 1. Does it cost money? No, it's free to take your picture. It costs money to order copies of your picture. 2. I forgot it's picture day, can I do retakes? Yes you can. However, we recommend to take your picture today just in case you forget about retakes on October 7. 3. When do I get my picture taken? You will get your picture taken during your PE, JROTC, Dance, Band, or Health classes. If you are not enrolled in any of those classes, come see us during your advisory period! 4. What happens if I forgot my order form? No big deal! Still get your picture taken and you can order online at hrimaging.com later. Or you can turn in your form in the BFO after August 20th. 5. My freshman missed the station at Dragon Day or did not come to Dragon Day, what do I do? Your freshman can take their photo on August 20th. 6. I have a different question, what do I do? Email Alyson Smith at asmith@pekinhigh.net.

Boys Golf practice has been cancelled for today. #DragonPride

Due to inclement weather, today's Girls Golf match versus Illini Bluffs has been POSTPONED until August 18th (3:30pm at Lick Creek). #DragonPride

Our fall sports season kicks off this afternoon with our Girls Golf team taking on Illini Bluffs at 3:30pm at Lick Creek. Come on out and support your Lady Dragons. #DragonPride

Soph - Senior Students: Please.... 1. Find your Chromebook 2. Please log in and take the time for updates to happen 3. Charge it before coming to school, August 19th This will make your first day tech - trouble free!

Here are the bus routes for the 2021-2022 school year - https://5il.co/wzzg

Important Upcoming Dates August 11th - 4:30- Early schedule release for those students who registered by August 6th August 17th - Bus schedules will be posted on social media and pekinhigh.net August 17th & 18th - 7:50 - 11:15 AM - Dragon Days for Freshmen August 18th - 7:50 - 11:15 AM - Transfer Day August 19th - First day of school for all students August 24th - 4:30 - 6:30 - Open House #dragonpride

Open Position - Assistant Boys' Tennis Coach https://5il.co/wrko

Open Position - Assistant Track Coach https://5il.co/wrkp

PCHS is participating in the Seamless Summer Option for meals for the 2021-2022 school year. Please look at the link provided for more information. https://5il.co/wlp0

Fall Sports practice/tryout information is now posted at: https://il.8to18.com/pekinhs/ All fall sports begin on Monday, August 9th. All athletes must be registered at: https://il.8to18.com/pekinhs/ and have a current physical on file in the Athletic Dept. #DragonPride

We are working with the Pekin Bus Department to get bus routes set for the upcoming school year. We will have all routes/times posted on our website and social media prior to August 17th. Families can use the bus stop list to find the location that is closest to your address and that will be the bus your student rides the first few days of school. *Permanent bus passes will then be issued during the school day at a later date. If the address is less than the 1.5 mile cutoff from the school, your student will not qualify for a bus pass. You may go to the BFO and purchase a pass for $30 (a semester) fee. If you have any questions you can email the BFO at awalker@pekinhigh.net

Today is the LAST paperwork turn in day from 8 AM - 11 AM. Freshmen parents need to bring the following to the Principal's office- 1. Copy of certified birth certificate 2. Dental Exam 3. Physical 4. Updated immunization Records (including Tdap, 2 Varicella, and Meningococcal) 5. Custody paperwork (1 school form and any applicable documentation) 6. Residency paperwork (4 total forms): ∙ ONE copy of mortgage bill, title, taxes or lease agreement. This MUST have a parent/guardian’s name on it. If the parent does not own, rent, or lease, then the “Landlord in Lieu of Lease” or “Living with District Resident” form must be completed. ∙ You ALSO need to bring THREE copies of bills that you have received in the mail that have the parent/guardian’s name and current address. THE REST OF 9TH GRADE REGISTRATION IS ONLINE. 9TH GRADERS CANNOT BEGIN SCHOOL UNTIL ALL OF THE FORMS ABOVE HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.

Fall Sports practice/tryout information is now posted at: https://il.8to18.com/pekinhs/ All fall sports begin on Monday, August 9th. All athletes must be registered at: https://il.8to18.com/pekinhs/ and have a current physical on file in the Athletic Dept. #DragonPride

Work for Aramark - great schedules!

Please see our information provided detailing PCHS plans for returning all students every day! We are excited to have our Dragons all back! https://5il.co/wppw

9th Grade Registration is 4-7 pm today and 8-11 am tomorrow at the Canopy Entrance. A huge thank you to Blue Cross Blue Shield, Familia Dental, and the Tazewell County Health Department to provide all required medical & dental services for our students! #Dragonpride

Everyone has their opinions about the latest mandate; let’s keep our perspective. Fourteen months ago we just wanted to see all of our students back walking our halls and filling our classrooms! That’s happening in just FOURTEEN days!!!

Paperwork drop off is today from 4-7 PM. Freshmen parents need to bring the following to the Principal's office- 1. Copy of certified birth certificate 2. Dental Exam 3. Physical 4. Updated immunization Records (including Tdap, 2 Varicella, and Meningococcal) 5. Custody paperwork (1 school form and any applicable documentation) 6. Residency paperwork (4 total forms): ∙ ONE copy of mortgage bill, title, taxes or lease agreement. This MUST have a parent/guardian’s name on it. If the parent does not own, rent, or lease, then the “Landlord in Lieu of Lease” or “Living with District Resident” form must be completed. ∙ You ALSO need to bring THREE copies of bills that you have received in the mail that have the parent/guardian’s name and current address. THE REST OF 9TH GRADE REGISTRATION IS ONLINE. 9TH GRADERS CANNOT BEGIN SCHOOL UNTIL ALL OF THE FORMS ABOVE HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.