What's happening in the 6th grade art classroom: painting our newspaper collaged masks. Every student got to custom design a full mask or a half mask for 3 quarter art. #PJHS🧡💙 #Art🎨 #GoPanthers🐈⬛🐾
about 1 hour ago, Megan Henkel
Congratulations to our High School Choir and Band students who participated in the IHSA Solo and Ensemble Contest on Saturday, March 7! Our singers and instrumentalist presented solos, duets, and larger ensembles for professional judges who offered praise, suggestions for improvement, and ratings.
We are proud to share that our students earned seven “Superior” ratings and two “Excellent” ratings. In addition, senior Cayden Hankins received a prestigious Best of Day award!
Come see these amazing musicians in action as they perform these selections at the annual Music in Our Schools Recital on Wednesday, March 11 at 6:30 PM in the Pana Junior High Auditorium. We hope you will join us for a wonderful evening of music!
about 1 hour ago, Mrs. Chase
PJHS 6th grade Art students have had a beautiful opportunity of working with iPads. We are drawing and painting on the procreate app. We are thinking, "Spring is Here!" Enjoy the photos of students & artwork. #Art🎨 #Panthers🐈⬛🐾
about 1 hour ago, Megan Henkel
Today is Kevin's 5th birthday! The junior high celebrated with a cupcake party. Mrs. Christian baked the cupcakes and our Culinary Cuisine class learned icing techniques to put frosting on them. Happy Birthday Kevin!!
about 3 hours ago, Mrs. Sowarsh
Scholastic Book Fair will be ready next week - March 16-19 for PJHS students and their families! The Fair encourages students to find books they love to read at home AND raises funds to support reading opportunities in our schools. The easiest way for kids to pay is with an eWallet. Create one for your child so they can shop cash free and independently! Visit our school homepage to get started: https://scholastic.com/bf/panajuniorhighschool
about 6 hours ago, Mrs. Cothern
Congratulations to Pana Junior High School's Lucy Ishmael and Hillsboro Junior High School's Kate Cunningham for being selected as the 8th Grade IESA Volleyball Regional 15 Sportsmanship Pin recipients.
about 21 hours ago, Mr. Cothern-Athletic Director
Congratulations to the Pana Junior High School Panthers for winning the 8th Grade 3A Volleyball Regional Championship this evening! The Panthers are 23-2 on the season. Good luck in the sectional.
about 21 hours ago, Mr. Cothern-Athletic Director
Calling all night owls!
We're looking for Post Prom volunteer chaperones to help make Post Prom safe and fun for the attendees. Post Prom begins at 11 p.m. on April 18th to 4 a.m. on April 19th.
If you can volunteer for a few hours, the whole night, or until the coffee runs out, please reach out to Abby DeBrun at (217) 820-1180 or message them on Facebook. #prom #panapostprom #Pana #PostProm #VolunteerOpportunity
6 days ago, Amanda Skinner
A big thank you to our hardworking PHS National Honor Society members who organized and ran this year’s spring Blood Drive! 🩸❤️
Thanks to their efforts—and the generosity of our amazing students and community donors—we collected 112 units of blood with the Red Cross. An incredible accomplishment that will help save lives!
6 days ago, Allison Swisher
🎉 Pana Junior High Students of the Month 🎉
Congratulations to our Students of the Month at Pana Junior High! These students have stood out for their hard work, positive attitude, and commitment to doing their best both in and out of the classroom.
We are proud of the example they set for others through their effort, responsibility, and kindness. Keep up the great work—we are lucky to have you representing PJHS!
7 days ago, Mrs. Mayhall
Pana Jr High Student Council would like to say "THANK YOU!" for your support of our recent Creekstone Kettle Works popcorn fundraiser! Several students had over $200 in sales each, with the top seller being Mattix Mathias. Thanks again to all those who participated.
8 days ago, Susan Ade
Pana High School National Honor Society is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, March 4th! Not only does your donation save lives, but it also helps our graduating seniors earn scholarships!
📍 Where: Multi-Purpose Room (East 9th Street) ⏰ When: 9:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. 🎁 Bonus: Donate in March and receive a $15 gift card via email, plus a free A1C test!
Parents, PHS needs your help. We need 20% of our parents to complete the 5 Essential Survey in order to receive the results. We are currently at 7%. Please visit panaschools.com and click on the link when the window appears. It will only take a few minutes and we use your feedback to plan for next year.
10 days ago, Kevin McDonald
Hey, hey!!! AP Biology successfully modified the genome of some non- virulent E. coli bacteria. Students inserted a gene from a jellyfish that produces a bioluminescent protein into the bacteria. Successful transformation equals glowing bacterial colonies!
10 days ago, Matt Sanders
PHS Student Council would like to congratulate Ms. Ashley Christensen for receiving Staff of the Month for February! Staff of the month is voted by students. Mrs. Christensen recieved a gift certificate courtesy of Tres Compadres, Pana, IL.
10 days ago, Kristie Hardimon
What's happening in the high school art room! Craft students are wrapping up their mixed media canvas artworks. Intro to Art students are inventors - creating catapults & rubber band mobiles. Lots of fun happening all around! #Art🎨 #GoPanthers🐈⬛🐾 #PHS🧡💙
10 days ago, Megan Henkel
Congratulations to the PHS artist of the month Madison Wilkins! She represents for the month of March. Madison says her artwork is colorful & fun. She is inspired by artist Corey Paige. Her advice to other students includes: "Add your own personal twist to your artwork." #🎨
10 days ago, Megan Henkel
This is a quick reminder to please complete the Illinois 5Essentials Parent Survey for Pana Junior High. Your feedback is important and helps us continue improving our school and supporting our students. The survey takes about 10 minutes, and responses are confidential.
13 days ago, Mrs. Mayhall
Winner of the stock market game in the Money 101 class. ($1,950.00 in earnings)
13 days ago, Mr. Miller
It was all girls in the handwriting contest today! Two girls were chosen as the winners. Love their effort!
