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FEBRUARY BACKPACK NEWS Below is the February Backpack News from Fort HealthCare’s Community Health & Wellness Department! There is a Kids and a Teen version for you to choose from. These are brief, one-page newsletters with health promotion and disease prevention topics pertaining to your student(s). Please feel free to reach out to the District Nurse, Elisa Eikland, with any questions you may have at eeikland@peasd.org. Happy reading!

PEHS/MS DONATION DRIVE Help people in need by donating to the Palmyra-Eagle High School/Middle School Donation Drive! The event starts today, February 26th, and will run until March 21st. We are looking for gently used clothing and Panther gear, personal hygiene products (deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo), and personal care items. Items can be dropped off in the PEHS/MS front office during regular business hours. We appreciate your generosity as we look to restock our clothes closet! THANK YOU!

NEW PALMYRA-EAGLE APP! We're thrilled to announce the new app for Palmyra-Eagle! It's everything Palmyra-Eagle, in your pocket. Download for Android https://aptg.co/LP4cn6 Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/0tFTBH

KIDS HEART CHALLENGE KICKOFF! We had so much fun kicking off this year’s Kids Heart Challenge at Eagle Elementary! Alongside this year’s heart heroes, we’re learning about healthy hearts and life lessons like staying active, asking for help, resting well, and being kind. Bonus: your student will get a free wristband for signing up using the AHA Schools app or using the link below. http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=11261&pg=company&company_id=501014 GREAT JOB STUDENTS AND STAFF!

BUDGET DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY DISCUSSION REMINDER & TIME CHANGES A reminder that tonight is the first date of our Community Conversations about developing the 2025-26 budget! Please join us in the Palmyra-Eagle High/Middle School Community Center tonight at 5:00pm and 6:30pm. Each meeting will run for about an hour. PLEASE NOTE that the Thursday, February 27th meeting times have been changed to 4:00pm and 6:00pm! We apologize for any confusion caused by the changes. Our goal is to offer multiple sessions at different times to accommodate as many people as possible. More March and April sessions will also be announced soon. We hope to see everyone tonight or on Thursday! Dear PEASD Community, We invite you to join us at a meeting in our series of Community Conversations about developing the 2025-2026 Budget for the Palmyra-Eagle Area School District. These meetings, titled ‘Balancing the Budget & Building the Future’, will allow dialogue about the district’s financial priorities, our commitment to program excellence, and the importance of aligning enrollment and staffing to ensure a sustainable future. Your input is important as we work together to make informed decisions that reflect the needs and values of our community while maintaining the quality of education that makes PEASD exceptional. Details of the Events: 2/25 Time: 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM Location: PEMS/HS - Community Room 2/27 Time: 4:00PM and 6:00 PM Location: PEMS/HS - Community Room New Dates & Locations will be added for March/April. (Details on PEASD Website) Whether you are a parent, engaged citizen, or community resident, we welcome your perspective and questions as we engage in meaningful discussions about our building of the 25-26 District budget and strong future. We look forward to seeing you there. Go PEASD! Sincerely, Dr. Ryan Krohn Superintendent, Palmyra-Eagle Area School District Agenda: Community Conversations on 2025-2026 Budget Development Welcome and Introductions (5 minutes) Overview of PEASD's mission and commitment to program excellence State of the District: Excellence and Challenges (10 minutes) Highlighting PEASD’s robust programs and student success stories Challenges: Enrollment trends, staffing needs, and financial realities Budget 101: Understanding School Finances (5 minutes) Overview of revenue sources (state aid, local taxes, referendums, etc.) Explanation of expenditure categories (staffing, programs, operations) The impact of state funding policies on PEASD Key Budget Goals for 2025-2026 (10 minutes) Aligning enrollment and staffing levels for sustainability Preserving and enhancing program excellence Maintaining financial stability Open Dialogue and Community Feedback (15 minutes) Questions from attendees Input on priorities and potential solutions Next Steps and Closing (5 minutes) Timeline for budget development and decisions How to stay informed and engaged

UPCOMING PANTHER SPORTS - FEBRUARY 25TH Tonight, the Panthers girls' varsity basketball team is back at home for WIAA Regional action! The team will host the Juda Panthers at the Duane Wilde Court, with the game scheduled to start at 7:00pm. Juda finished the regular season at 4-19, with their last win coming on February 17th against Williams Bay. Palmyra-Eagle wrapped up their regular season with a .500 record of 12-12, last winning against Salam on February 15th. The two schools are looking forward to a great first-round matchup in a battle of the Panthers! We hope to see everyone out tonight to support the girls in this big-time playoff matchup! However, if you are unable to make the game in person, we will be live streaming the game on our Youtube channel, PE-TV! The stream link can be found below, and it is set to begin 15 minutes prior to tip-off at 6:45pm. LIVE STREAM LINK: https://youtube.com/live/kc5ufqWUx00?feature=share GO PANTHERS!

PEMS/HS SOLO & ENSEMBLE PARTICIPANTS On February 15th at Deerfield, and February 22nd at Lakeside Lutheran, 24 Band students from the PEHS/MS competed at the 2025 District Solo & Ensemble Festival. Everyone performed very well and there were many things to celebrate. We are very proud of everyone's hard work! Below are the results for both MS and HS students: Middle School: -Natalie Taylor and Audrianna Williams Flute Duet, Class C, Received a Gold -Jackson Tucker Drum Set Solo, Class C, Received a Gold -Liam Tucker and Joslyn Insley Snare Drum Duet, Class C, Received a Gold High School: -Haley Woessner Flute Solo, Class A, Received a Silver -Loralei Mathews Tenor Sax Solo, Class C, Received a Gold -Jay Schmid Drum Set Solo, Class B, Received a Silver -Oliver Zimmerman Euphonium Solo, Class B, Received a Gold -Hattie Prowitz Alto Sax Solo, Class A, Received a Silver; Clarinet Solo, Class A, Received a Starred Gold and Going to State; Horn Solo, Class B, Received a Gold; and Piano Solo, Class B, Received a Gold Class A, Brass Ensemble, received a Gold and going to State: Jaxon Klug, Caleb Tenant, Hattie Prowitz, Stephen Harrison, Thomas Plotz, and Oliver Zimmerman. Class A, Clarinet Choir, received a Gold and going to State: Ava Wedelstadt, Hattie Prowitz, Bailey LeRoy, Carly Drewa, Katie Cowsert, Sara Tucker, and Keira Balfanz Class A, Percussion Ensemble, received a Gold: Hattie Prowitz, Ava Wedelstadt, Jay Schmid, Stephen Harrison, Alex Johnson, Brody Harrison, Omar Aranda, and John Ketchum. GREAT JOB, STUDENTS!

PANTHERS WRESTLING TEAM COMPETES IN SECTIONALS Shout-out to our Panther Varsity Wrestling team for their effort at Sectionals on Saturday, February 22nd! 🏅 Casey fought hard, winning his first match, but after a loss in the second and a bye in the third, he ended up our only wrestler making it to the finals and ultimately losing in the third-place match. Kyler fought with everything he had in his first match, showing heart and determination from start to finish. Though things didn't go his way, it's clear he's got the grit to keep pushing forward. Zane lost his first match and was eliminated early, but his determination is something we’re all proud of. Dylan won his first match, fought hard in the second, and had one last shot in a wrestle back but came up short. While it wasn’t the outcome we hoped for, each of these athletes put their heart into the competition, and we know they’ll keep pushing forward. Proud of you all, Panthers! 💪🤼‍♂️ Lastly, a huge final goodbye to our senior Dylan as he moves on to the next chapter of his life. We’re grateful for everything you’ve given to this team, and we wish you nothing but success in whatever comes next. You'll always have a home with the Panthers! 💜 GREAT SEASON, PANTHERS!

Support Our MS/HS Staff During Parent-Teacher Conferences! If you'd like to contribute toward dinner for our hardworking teachers and staff, please sign up to donate. Your generosity is greatly appreciated! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094FACA82DA3FA7-55018065-parent#/ Food and supplies must be turned into the main office by 3:00pm on February 27th! THANK YOU!

RESCHEDULED MONTESSORI MONDAY EVENT! Our Montessori Monday event scheduled for today has been RESCHEDULED for Monday, March 10th! The 'Outdoor Play and Goal of 100 Hours Outdoors' event by Ms. Tierra will now take place on the 10th, with the time still being from 5:00pm-6:00pm! WE ENCOURAGE ALL prospective and current families to join! Come learn about the many wonderful play opportunities students experience at the Palmyra-Eagle Montessori School! Also, be sure to mark your calendars for March 17th, as our next Montessori Monday event 'Family Fun with Live Animals - Presented by David Stokes' will be held starting at 5:00pm! We hope to see everyone there on March 10th!

UPCOMING PANTHER SPORTS - FEBRUARY 22ND Tonight, the Panther boys' basketball teams are back in action, taking on the Lake Country Classical Academy Sentinels! The JV game will start at 5:45pm, and the varsity game is scheduled to begin at 7:15pm. The Panthers lost a tough one to Johnson Creek last night, 60-41, but will be looking to rebound against a Sentinels team that sits at 11-8 on the season. We hope to see everyone out at the Duane Wilde Court tonight to support the boys! However, if you are unable to make it, we will be live streaming the game on our Youtube page, PE-TV! The link to the stream can be found below, and it will begin 15 minutes prior to tip-off at 7:00pm. LIVE STREAM LINK: https://youtube.com/live/xx5kSP1MSfE?feature=share GO PANTHERS!

THE KIDS HEART CHALLENGE IS COMING TO EES Hello, Heart Heroes! Are you ready? The Kids Heart Challenge is coming to Eagle Elementary soon! We have some exciting things planned this year to get us moving, help others, and have a lot of fun! Get a head start by signing up today and helping your student choose a daily health challenge. Visit our school’s website by clicking the link below or download the AHA Schools app! http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=11261&pg=company&company_id=501014

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES ARE NEXT THURSDAY! A reminder that parent-teacher conferences are taking place this Thursday, February 27th from 3:30pm - 7:30pm across all PEASD schools! We look forward to connecting with parents and families during this important date! See you there, Palmyra-Eagle families!

MIDDLE SCHOOL YEARBOOK ORDERS DUE THIS FRIDAY! Another reminder that time is running out to place your orders for the 24-25 middle school yearbook! The deadline to order is THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST! Please use the link provided, or the QR code to access the online ordering site. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, each child needs to order their own yearbook. Make sure you are purchasing the Palmyra-Eagle book for $16.50, as accidental orders can not be refunded. ORDER SITE: https://www.prepaysystems.com/view/3KLsDQK9/palmyra-eagle-middle-school-yearbook?utm_campaign=palmyra-eagle-middle-school-yearbook&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_source=studio_link Make sure to order one for your child today! Time is running out, so act fast!

UPCOMING PANTHER SPORTS - FEBRUARY 21ST Tonight, the Panther boys' basketball teams are back for some Friday night home action, as they host the Johnson Creek Blue Jays in another crucial Trailways South conference battle! The JV game is set to begin at 5:45pm, while the varsity game is scheduled to start at 7:15pm. It is also SENIOR NIGHT at the Duane Wilde Court, so come ready to honor our senior players before the game! This past Tuesday, the Panthers varsity team took down the Parkview Vikings in overtime, 57-51. This key win means the Panthers are one game away from locking up 3rd place in the conference, and they can accomplish that goal tonight! Last time these two teams faced off, the Blue Jays got the best of the Panthers, 55-48. Tonight, Palmyra-Eagle will be looking for a different result at home. We hope to see everyone out at the game tonight to honor our senior players and support our boys' teams! However, if you are unable to make it in person, we will be live-streaming the varsity game on our Youtube page, PE-TV. The link to the stream can be found below, and it will begin 15 minutes prior to tip-off at 7:00pm. LIVE STREAM LINK: https://youtube.com/live/W9IdhwzvUjE?feature=share GO PANTHERS!

PEASD EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENER The Palmyra-Eagle Area School District is offering early childhood development screeners for any child from the ages of 3 to 4.5 years old who resides in the district! The event will be held on March 5th from 8:30 - 11:30am! An early childhood developmental screener is a brief assessment tool used to identify young children's strengths and areas where they may need additional support in key developmental areas such as communication, motor skills, problem-solving, and social-emotional development. It helps parents and educators better understand a child's growth and ensures they receive appropriate resources and interventions if needed. To schedule an appointment, contact Teri Kelly at tkelly@peasd.org or by calling 262-495-7101 ext. 2216

UPCOMING PANTHER SPORTS - FEBRUARY 20TH Tonight, the Panther girls' basketball teams will travel to Deerfield to face the Demons in an important conference battle, and the last game of the regular season! The JV game will begin at 5:45pm, and the varsity game starts at 7:15pm. The Panthers fell to the Demons earlier this year, 34-70, but will look to get back at them and end their undefeated conference season tonight. While the girls have already locked in their WIAA Regional matchup against Juda, tonight could be a huge momentum builder heading into the playoffs! We hope to see everyone who can make it out at the games tonight! GO PANTHERS!

SAVE THE DATE! - PEHS 2025-26 Scheduling Kick-Off Event 📅 **Thursday, February 27th** ⏰ **4:00–6:00 PM** 📍 **PEHS/MS Cafeteria** ✨ **What to Expect:** ✅ Pick up your student’s scheduling materials ✅ Talk to staff about course options ✅ Meet reps from Youth Apprenticeship, Dual Enrollment, & more 🎁 **BONUS!** Every student in attendance gets a choice of: 💰 $20 off a 2025-26 HS Yearbook **OR** 🚗 $10 off a Parking Pass, Athletic Fee, Adult Sports Pass or Student Sports Pass 🎟 **Enter raffles for a chance to win:** 🎁 Gift Cards, Parking Pass, Yearbook, Sports Pass & More! 🔔 **Don’t miss this important event!** Mark your calendars and share with a friend who should be there!

MIDDLE SCHOOL YEARBOOK ORDERS DUE THIS FRIDAY! Another reminder that time is running out to place your orders for the 24-25 middle school yearbook! The deadline to order is THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST! Please use the link provided, or the QR code to access the online ordering site. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, each child needs to order their own yearbook. Make sure you are purchasing the Palmyra-Eagle book for $16.50, as accidental orders can not be refunded. ORDER SITE: https://www.prepaysystems.com/view/3KLsDQK9/palmyra-eagle-middle-school-yearbook?utm_campaign=palmyra-eagle-middle-school-yearbook&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_source=studio_link Make sure to order one for your child today! Time is running out, so act fast!

PE 4TH ANNUAL DANCE CLINIC We’re excited to invite all children, ages 2-18, to participate in this fun and energetic event! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, come learn new moves, build your skills, and gain confidence with the Panther Dance Team. After the clinic, you'll have the chance to show off your new moves at the exciting showcase! This March 1st event is open to all, so you do not need to be a district resident to join. Feel free to invite your friends and family for a day of dance, fun, and community spirit! What to Expect: Raffles: Exciting prizes will be up for grabs! Concessions: Delicious snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. T-Shirt Sales: Get your Panther dance gear! Admission: Only $3 to join in the fun! Please note that cash only will be accepted for admission, raffles, concessions, and t-shirt sales. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to dance, have fun, and support the Panther Dance Team! We can’t wait to see you there! All practices will be held in the Middle School Gym Please use this link to register your dancer for the youth clinic. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSXovH1bn0thTUJe9pArPNeVGrJbPn7KPOWtrmn-Us0CSJJw/viewform?usp=header We hope to see you there!