School is out for Summer!! We hope that all of our dragons have a great summer break. Stay tuned to our socials for important announcements and registration information. Here is a link to the 2024-2025 calendar - https://5il.co/2fkvs
Kick off your summer by attending the Pekin Civic Chorus "Singing with the Stars" show in PCHS's FM Peterson theatre this weekend! Support talented former and current staff & graduates as they raise funds for music education. (Just tell them Tina Turner (Ms. Grube) sent ya!)



Mr. Everett's Accelerated Math 4 students finishing the year strong by presenting their mini lesson on graphing trig functions!

Today., Tazewell County Clerk John Ackerman along with Mayor Mary Burress of Pekin, and Mayor John Kahl of East Peoria held a press conference honoring teachers Ms. Kahl and Mr. Phillips and their students for their work on Honoring the Veterans of Tazewell County. We also urge all Tazewell County veterans to explore and register on this website - https://pchs.my.canva.site/honoring-veterans-of-tazewell-county
Stay tuned for more news coverage on this amazing project!



Marta Arranz Martin, a foreign exchange student from Spain, had the honor of leading the Pledge of Allegiance at last night's city council meeting. Mayor Burress then presented her with several Pekin momentos including a city flag signed by all council members. Thankful Marta chose to spend her year abroad in Pekin!




Tie dye in the art room continues...
The tie dye results are in and look how colorful they are!

Budde's Buoyant Boats!
First Hour Scientists...
Success!





Due to summer construction on campus as well as Court Street and the resurfacing of the track and tennis courts, the Stadium will be closed to the public starting May 31st. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to continue to improve our facilities for our Dragons!

As we wrap up another incredible school year, it's time to shine a light on more of the unsung heroes who have played a vital role in our educational journey - our substitute teachers! 👩🏫👨🏫
Thank you so much for being here at PCHS!





Pekin Boys Ayden Sandifar and Chase Kruger along with Coach Bill Kruger & Alex Hurst made history while playing on the Washington Co-op Lacrosse team! They are the first downstate team to win a regional title. Good luck Tuesday against Plainfield North!

We have a medalist! Heath Hawkins earns the 6th place medal at the 3A IHSA State Track Meet! #DragonPride

Senior Heath Hawkins is soaring into the State Finals! Warm-ups start soon as the 3-time State Qualifer searches for his 2nd State Medal. #FIREUP

Pekin Community High School is hosting the 3A IHSA Sectional Championship for Girls Soccer at Coal Miner's Park today at 11AM.
This is a pay to enter event, which will impact those hoping to park in Coal Miners.

State Track: Freshman Dylan Anderson misses the cut for the finals, but runs a PR time of 49.94 seconds in the 400m race! #WhoaThatIsFast #FastTimesAtPekinHigh
Congratulations to our Lady Dragon softball players on being selected to participate in the Inaugural McDonald's All Star Game!
#dragonpride

The phases of Mitosis make a fine Final Friday snack!










Last week we said goodbye to the Class of 2024. This week we welcomed the Class of 2028! Check out our incoming freshmen who had Q & A with our Dragon Day leaders, met other 9th graders and got to sign up for information at our Activities Fair!






Track and Field Update: Heath Hawkins pole vaults 14'7" and qualifies for the IHSA Finals on Saturday. 4x400 and 400m still to come! #DragonPride
Thank you, Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Simmers and the Dragon Brew Crew! Your service is appreciated and will be missed this summer!




