Only 15 days remain in the semester! Let’s make this a December to remember by showing up, giving our best, and supporting one another to the finish line. |
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Our Chronic Absenteeism rate is 49%. Students who end first semester with 9 absences or less will receive an incentive before winter break! #AttendanceMatters!
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The building opens at 7:00 am, and free breakfast is available for all students. Classes begin promptly at 7:30 am, so we strongly encourage students to arrive early to allow time for the security check and breakfast.
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Clear backpacks are required for all students. |
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As we enter the final 15 days of the semester, this is an important window for academic success. Final exams count for 10% of the semester grade, with Quarter 1 and Quarter 2 each counting for 45%. Semester grades determine GPA, earned credits, and whether students stay on track for promotion and graduation. Now is a great time to check grades, complete missing work, and finish strong! |
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Reminder: Peoria Public Schools is a cell phone-free district. Students are not permitted to use cell phones during the school day. Students should secure their phones in their Yondr pouch. Parent pick up and/or other consequences may be required for repeated infractions. There is a $30 fee for lost or broken Yondr pouches. |
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The 2025–26 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is now open, allowing students and parents to apply for financial aid for the upcoming academic year. Completing the FAFSA is essential for accessing federal grants, work-study opportunities, and loans.
How to Get Started:
Create a StudentAid.gov Account: Both students and parents need individual accounts to sign and submit the FAFSA form. Gather Required Documents: You'll need your 2023 tax returns, W-2s, bank statements, and records of untaxed income. Complete the FAFSA Form: Visit fafsa.gov to start a new application. Students should initiate the form and invite parents as contributors if necessary. -
Submit Before Deadlines: The FAFSA is a graduation requirement in Illinois.
Completing the FAFSA early increases your chances of receiving the maximum financial aid available. For more information and to begin the application, visit fafsa.gov.
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The PPS Foundation’s scholarship season opened November 1. Some of the scholarships available are exclusively for Manual seniors. Most of the scholarships have an online application, which students can access at ppsfoundation.org/scholarships/applications. Applications will be open from November 1 through March 1. |
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Students must be eligible in order to attend after school events. |
Note: Athletic eligibility is separate from All-School Eligibility. |
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If you would like more information about our PTO, email jazmin.divison-abrego@psd150.org. |
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https://www.facebook.com/TheHeartoftheSouthside |
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