Improving ACT scores is a priority, and preparation can make a big difference. The link below provides access to The ACT with Writing Online Practice Tests, a helpful resource to get students familiar with the testing platform and question types.

👉 ACT Practice Tests
Tip: On the TestNav sign-in page, simply click “Practice Tests.” No login is required.

Encourage students to take advantage of this resource to feel confident and ready for test day! Pay attention to future about ACT Bootcamp Coming Soon for Juniors! Questions? See Dr. Tate

📢 This Week in the Lions Den 🦁

🏀 Life Restored to PHS Boys' Basketball
Peoria High hoops is back on top as the Lions claim their first Sectional Championship in 13 years with a dominant 57-48 win over Metamora.

🏆 Sweet 16: Lions Keep Dancing
Peoria High advanced to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2012, taking down LaSalle-Peru 51-36 with a balanced offensive attack and strong defense.

🥁 PHS Drumline Brings the Energy
The PHS drumline hyped up students at Franklin Primary School ahead of IAR testing, proving once again that school spirit runs deep.

🤝 Key Club & Interact at Rotary Luncheon
Student leaders attended a roundtable with community members, gaining valuable insights and making connections for the future.

🎓 Shaun & Reggie Livingston Foundation Honors Excellence
Dr. Sharon Desmoulin-Kherat was named Superintendent of the Year, and the foundation awarded scholarships to outstanding PHS seniors.

👉 Peoria High School Sports and Announcements

We’re excited to share an incredible opportunity that can transform the future of our students—the Peoria Promise scholarship program! This program provides tuition reimbursement for eligible students attending Illinois Central College (ICC), making higher education more affordable and accessible.

Key Details About Peoria Promise:

• Reimbursement: Covers up to 12 credit hours per semester for courses completed with a grade of C or higher.

• Amount: Offers 50% to 100% reimbursement based on the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) score from the FAFSA.

• Last-Dollar Program: Scholarships and financial aid are applied first, and Peoria Promise covers the remaining costs.

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Reside in Peoria or West Peoria for at least four years.

2. Graduate high school or obtain a GED.

3. Complete the FAFSA at (https://studentaid.gov/).

4. Apply to ICC.

5. Apply for Peoria Promise at (http://www.peoriapromise.org).

The application process is quick and simple—it takes less than 10 minutes! Students can log in with their ICC credentials, follow the guided steps, and submit their application.

Deadline: May 15

Don’t miss this amazing chance to reduce financial stress and invest in a brighter future. Please help spread the word and encourage all eligible students to take advantage of this program!

The FAFSA Application is opened on 12/1/2024. To begin this process Senior students and their parents will need to create an FSA ID that will be used to log in to the FAFSA application and sign once complete. You will need your Social Security Number in order to create your ID. You will visit https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch If you do not have your Social Security number, you will not be able to begin this process.

Remember: Completion of the FAFSA application is a graduation requirement. Our FAFSA Rep will be at Peoria High on Thursday 7:30 am - 1:30 pm

If your student will be absent from school, kindly contact at 309-672-6630 x40096 or via email at peoriahigh@psd150.org A friendly reminder: Unexcused absences may impact eligibility for school events and activities. Absences can be excused for the following reasons (as outlined in Board Policy):

• illness

• observance of religious holiday (with 48 hours' notice requested)

• death in the immediate family

• family emergency

• visits to college campuses and job interviews (with 48 hours prior written notice) to a maximum of five days

• situations beyond the student's control as determined by the Board of Education

• other circumstances which cause reasonable concern to the parent of the safety or health of the student

• high school students serving as Election Judges

The daily school hours are 7:00 am – 2:30 pm. The building opens daily for students at 7:00 a.m. Breakfast is available in the cafeteria until 7:30 a.m. Students are expected to be inside their classroom when the 7:30 a.m. bell rings. Students arriving after 7:30 a.m. must enter through the atrium doors (rear parking lot).

At the end of the day, students must leave the building if they are not with an adult sponsor/coach. Buses leave 10 minutes after school dismissal.

Students are allowed limited hall passes (restrooms & the school nurse). Please speak with your student about the importance of classroom instructional time and the safety of always having adult supervision.

All Peoria Public Schools have a closed campus which means students cannot leave the building throughout the school day for food or other errands.  No outside food/beverages (for example, McDonald’s, Starbucks, Polar Pops, etc.) are allowed in the building.  Students may bring a “cold” lunch to be eaten during their lunch period. We do have microwaves available for cold lunches.  

🌡️ Prepare for success, just like you would for college and career! As temperatures fluctuate in the building this time of year, dress in layers to stay comfortable and focused on your goals. Remember, blankets are not part of a college or professional environment, so let's keep them at home. 🧥🚫

Please note - All PPS high school boys and girls Spring sporting events are only open to eligible* students who attend the home school. Eligibility is based on monthly academics, attendance, and behavior. See the Student Handbook page 9.

When PPS high schools are playing each other (MHS, PHS, RHS), only eligible* students from the two competing schools may attend.

Adults are welcome to attend all PHS events. Primary/middle school students can attend with a parent/guardian and must remain with the adult(s) the entire game.

*Students will need to check with their school administrators for eligibility status.