Frank T. Wheeler Elementary School

The Plainville High School Chapter of FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) raised $128.86 for the Plainville Community Food Pantry for the holiday season. Pictured are the high school's FBLA officers.

The Plainville school district is launching several branding updates with the implementation of a district-wide style guide and building enhancements, according to Superintendent of Schools, Steven LePage.

The Plainville Board of Education received the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE) Leadership Award on November 18th at the annual CABE/ CAPSS (Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents) Convention. The CABE Board Leadership award is designed to recognize boards which work effectively together as teams and meet a number of criteria relative to community relations, board operations, policy, and board member professional development.

Students at Frank T. Wheeler Elementary School recently created a beautiful Thanksgiving work of art. Each student wrote what they are thankful for on a feather to create the "Thankful Turkey" on the school's wall.

Linden Street School’s fifth grade Community Outreach Group sponsored a food drive from November 1st- 14th. Students collected items to benefit the United Way of West Central Connecticut. With the generosity of Linden’s students and families, a large donation of nonperishable food items, paper goods, and cleaning products was made possible. Students helped spread kindness during the month of November and gave back to their community.

The PHS Varsity Baseball Team and Coaches were honored at the November 14th Plainville Board of Education meeting for receiving the team “Sportsmanship Team of the Year Award” from the Hartford Board of Umpires.

The Plainville Board of Education is seeking nominations for the Memorial Wall of Honor, a permanent tribute to honor individuals who have contributed significant volunteer service to the educational community.

After a two year hiatus, the Plainville High School Counseling Department hosted an in-person college fair on October 17th! Over 95 colleges, universities, military reps and trade schools were present in the school’s gymnasium. Sophomores, juniors and seniors (and their parents) were able to visit and speak with representatives in all categories. The college fair event was highly successful with positive feedback received from students, families, and representatives.

The Middle School of Plainville's eighth grade "Pep Band" led the Halloween Parade through the center of Plainville during the town's annual Pumpkin Fest held on October 22nd

Frank T. Wheeler Elementary School preschoolers recently enjoyed a visit from members of the Plainville Police Department and Fire Department. The students enjoyed visiting with the special community helpers!

The Plainville school district has been recognized with several awards from the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE), according to Superintendent of Schools, Steven LePage.

The October Plainville Community Schools “All Star” award winner, Plainville High School sophomore Tamia Chapman, was recognized at the October 11th Plainville Board of Education meeting. The “All Star” award recognizes students, faculty and staff members who go above and beyond in modeling the school district’s Portrait of the Graduate characteristics and demonstrating excellence in alignment with the school district's team goals.