Join us tomorrow evening at Pana Junior High School for our annual Curriculum Fair!
Come explore the amazing projects and displays our students have created throughout the school year. This is a great opportunity to celebrate their hard work, creativity, and accomplishments while getting a firsthand look at the learning that has taken place in our classrooms.
We hope to see all of our PJHS families for this end-of-the-year showcase!
Congratulations to our Students of the Month! These outstanding students have been recognized for demonstrating excellent character, a positive attitude, and a strong commitment to learning.
We are proud of the way they lead by example, show kindness to others, and make our school a better place each day.
Please join us in celebrating these amazing students and their accomplishments! 👏🎉
Congratulations to our Students of the Month! These outstanding students have been recognized for demonstrating excellent character, a positive attitude, and a strong commitment to learning.
We are proud of the way they lead by example, show kindness to others, and make our school a better place each day.
Please join us in celebrating these amazing students and their accomplishments! 👏🎉
Come see the incredible projects and work our students have completed throughout the year. From creative presentations to hands-on displays, this event is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the hard work, growth, and accomplishments of our students.
Families are invited to explore student projects, visit classrooms, and take a look at the learning experiences that made this school year so successful.
We hope you’ll join us for this end-of-the-year celebration!
🏆 Congrats to Team #11, our 2026 8th Grade Learning Olympiad Champions! 🎉
Our 8th graders spent the day competing in all kinds of events covering sports, music, math, social studies, science, language arts, teamwork, building challenges, physical activities, and more!
Team #11 came out on top, but all of our students did an awesome job showing off their knowledge, creativity, and teamwork throughout the day.
Great job to all of our competitors, and a big shoutout to Team #11 for bringing home the championship! 👏💙💛
Team #11 - Mariah Durbin, Alawna Haines, Keegan Pope, Jase Koons
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What an incredible race day! 👟 Our 5K Class gave it their all this morning, and we couldn't be prouder of the endurance and perseverance on display.
A huge thank you to everyone who came out to cheer! The energy was electric as we continued our tradition of running in honor of the Tanner Jacob Foundation.
🏆 Race Results
🥇 1st Place: Raustin Dull | 22:11
🥈 2nd Place: Mr. Butler | 23:06
🥉 3rd Place: Alawna Haines | 23:39
While Tanner Jacob’s 19:39 and Kristen Cravens’ 22:57 records still stand, these runners put up some seriously impressive times!
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Our 5K Class students are taking to the pavement to put their hard work to the test. Over the last several weeks, these runners haven't just been logging miles; they’ve been mastering proper technique, diving into nutrition, and learning the importance of sleep and recovery.
More importantly, they’ve learned that a 3.1-mile race is as much about endurance and perseverance as it is about speed.
🏃♂️ A Tradition of Excellence
Since we first kicked off in 2011, this program has been a staple of our school. For the past two years, we’ve been proud to run in honor of the Tanner Jacob Foundation, keeping Tanner’s spirit of determination alive with every step.
🏆 The Records to Beat
Our students always aim high, but these legendary times still lead the pack:
Boys Record: Tanner Jacob | 19:39 (2014/2015)
Girls Record: Kristen Cravens | 22:57 (2016/2017)
Whether they’re aiming for a personal best or just focused on crossing that finish line, we are so proud of the dedication these students have shown.
Start time is 9:00 am.
Check out the attached map to see the race route and find the best spot to cheer! 👇
Please join us as we celebrate the dedication, passion, and lasting impact they’ve made on generations of students and staff. There will be time to share memories, express appreciation, and wish them all the best in this exciting new chapter.
📅 Date: May 13, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:45PM - 4:00PM
📍 Location: PHS Commons - 201 W Eight St., Pana, IL 62557
Junior High Track Meet for 5-8-26 is CANCELLED.
We are cancelling today's junior high track meet at Pana for today due to the weather. There will be no make up date.
A Full-Circle Celebration for Career Day! 🎓
Last Friday, we held our annual Career Day, and while it’s always a highlight of the year, this one was truly one for the books.
For years, Mrs. Sowarsh and Mr. Pierce have worked side-by-side to make this event a success for our students. This year was bittersweet, as it marked their final Career Day together before Mr. Pierce’s upcoming retirement. Their partnership has built a legacy that has impacted countless Panther lives!
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Happy Teacher's Appreciation Week
