Mrs. Olsen’s 5th Grade classroom has officially transformed into Camp Learned-A-Lot! 🏕️✨
Our classroom is now complete with a giant tent, glowing “stars,” and all the sounds of nature to create the ultimate camping experience!
Today, students worked together to establish cabin names, create cabin chants, practice Reader’s Theater performances, and even enjoyed S’Mores cereal for snack! 🍫🔥🥣
This afternoon, campers are hard at work reviewing metric conversions, wrapping up end-of-the-year reflections, and preparing to present their Reader’s Theater performances later today.
We’re looking forward to an exciting week ahead with a visit from local conservation officer Lynn Geuke, kickball at the ball fields, a golf course scavenger hunt, fishing at Jail Pond, and many more camp-themed adventures! 🎣⛳⚾
As our students prepare to leave the elementary side, we want to make these final memories meaningful, engaging, and unforgettable. ❤️
about 4 hours ago, Ashley Olsen
Last call for Athletic Banquet sign up - contact Sue in Mount Vernon or Tessa in Plankinton to RSVP. Deadline is 11 am today (5/18/2026)
about 7 hours ago, Beth Victor
about 8 hours ago, Tessa Jones
Internet Safety is tomorrow night at 6:30pm. There will be babysitting available as well as door prizes from local businesses.
We hope to see many there as this is a rising concern for our students!
about 22 hours ago, Danielle Johnson
Congrats to the graduated class of 2026!
1 day ago, Beth Victor
2 days ago, Kyle Bruinsma
Graduation is here! The front doors of the school are open all day if anyone would like to stop and drop off gifts prior to graduation at 5:00.
2 days ago, Beth Victor
Plankinton School District would like to recognize two additional retirements as of today: Anita Schmidt and Carrie Tobin.
They have both asked not to be part of the Open House Retirement Celebration, but if you see them, please be sure to congratulate them and thank them for all they’ve done for our district over the years. We’re grateful for their dedication and wish them nothing but the best in retirement!
3 days ago, Plankinton School District
Congrats to Tony Victor on being selected for the 2026 State Elementary Honor Choir! Over 500 students from across the state auditioned and only the top 20% are selected for participation.
3 days ago, Ly Stoebner
Congrats to the Choirs and Bands on an amazing concert!!
4 days ago, Ly Stoebner
Come celebrate two educators whose dedication has shaped generations of students in countless ways.
After 40 years with the district, Jill Harris has made a difference in the lives of so many students and staff. Her dedication, support, and impact will be remembered for years to come.
We also honor Ellen Hohbach whose 30 years of dedication, leadership, and care have made a lasting impact on our students and community.
Together, they have devoted a combined 70 years of impacting students' lives. Their influence reaches far beyond the classroom.
Please join us in congratulating them on their well-earned retirement and thanking them for their service. We wish them both happiness, relaxation, and many exciting adventures in their next chapter!
4 days ago, Plankinton School District
We're a small school with a welcoming, community feel—but just a short drive from bigger towns, so you still get access to all the perks. If you're looking for a place where you can build strong relationships, make a real impact, and enjoy a balanced lifestyle, this is it. Come join us—we’d love to have you!
4 days ago, Plankinton School District
The April Students of the Month were recognized at the school board this morning and were congratulated by school board member Whitney Bruinsma. Students of the Month - Layce B and Liam S. Congratulations!
4 days ago, Plankinton School District
2nd grade had a great time on their field trip to the bowling alley and museum!
4 days ago, Rachel Kelderman
The preschoolers are learning about life cycles. it was fun watching our caterpillars grow.... and now they're in their chrysalis.... busy changing into butterflies. We also learned about things plants need to grow and made sprout houses! Happy Spring!!!
4 days ago, Angela Feenstra
All library books are due Friday, May 15th- the library is open this summer! summer hours start June 1st and run until August 2nd hours will be: Monday and Tuesday 3:00-6:00, Wednesday 1:00-4:00 and Thursday and Saturday 10:00-1:00. Hope to see you here!
4 days ago, Carrie Brink
April was school library month! Every year the librarian for the Community Library (city) purchases a book for every elementary student! I hope they love them!
4 days ago, Carrie Brink
Hooray hooray it's concert day!! Come the the PHS commons tonight at 7pm for an amazing concert by the middle and high school band and choir.
4 days ago, Ly Stoebner
