Prophetstown and Erie have participated in cooperative athletics for over 25 years now beginning with wrestling, baseball, softball, and track in 1998. Our partnership continues to grow and has never been stronger.
Both districts have been exploring school reorganizational methods as defined by the Illinois State Board of Education.
At this time our districts are not aligned in regards to the type of reorganization path that should be taken. The PLT School Board prefers a cooperative high school path, however the Erie School Board does not prefer this option as they will lose a layer of local control over the High School Building in Erie for a minimum of 20 years. While Erie would prefer a deactivation or dissolution path, PLT is in a strong position at this time and does not see those as viable options for the district.
Both districts are willing and open to continue sharing resources to the best of our abilities and will continue to discover new ways we can continue to help one another and strengthen our bonds.
PLT School Board of Education
Erie School Board of Education
Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico CUSD #3 Families,
I want to update you on the serious motor vehicle crash involving our students that has shaken our community today.
It is with great sadness that I must inform you that three children have passed away. These students attended PLT Middle School and PLT High School.
Our district is committed to doing everything we can to help our students with the grieving and healing process. To that end, we have activated our crisis counseling team to be at PLT Middle/High School (38 Ferry Street, Prophetstown) tomorrow, Friday, March 29th beginning at 9:00am. There will be counselors, social workers, and area ministers present to support our community.
This loss will affect everyone in our school family and in the Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico Community. Students may have a difficult time dealing with the loss, and we encourage you to talk with your child.
At this time, the district will not be releasing the name of the student out of respect for the privacy of the families.
Sincerely,
Heidi Lensing, Superintendent
Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico CUSD #3 Community,
Some of our district students were involved in a very serious automobile accident this afternoon that has understandably caused great sadness throughout our community. We are limited in what we can say at this moment and will be providing more information as it becomes available. Please keep everyone involved in your thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Heidi Lensing, Superintendent
Reminder - Tonight's school board meeting will be held at Tampico Elementary School in the gym. Open session will begin at 7:00pm.
Today (March 8) was the original end of the 3rd quarter. As a result of the 5 emergency days we took in January, the end of the 3rd quarter will now be on Friday, March 15.
PLT has an opening for a Bus Monitor. Position would be 6.5 to 7 hours a day. Wage starting at $14/hour - with any related experience considered. Contact Dawn Fisk, Director of Transportation dfisk@plt3.org or apply online https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=4157
Tomorrow's special meeting of the Board of Education will be broadcast on Zoom. This will be a view/listen only setup. Individuals wishing to speak during the public forum will need to attend the meeting in-person. A recording of the meeting will also be available at a later date.
You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Feb 7, 2024 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Special BOE Meeting
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
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Webinar ID: 896 1358 6952
A reminder - there will be a special meeting of the PLT Board of Education on Wednesday, February 7th from 6:00pm-8:00pm in the board room at district office. The board will have a work session to continue the decision-making process as it pertains to our aging district facilities. Please plan to attend for any amount of time you are able!
A public hearing on the petition to Opt Out of the Summer School Lunch program in accordance with The Childhood Hunger Relief Act filed on January 15, 2024 by Heidi Lensing, Prophetstown-Lyndon-Tampico CUSD #3, Whiteside County, Illinois is scheduled to convene at 1:30 P.M. on February 5, 2024 in the Regional Superintendent’s Office at the Regional Office of Education #47, 2214 East 4th Street, Suite B, Sterling, Illinois. The Regional Superintendent shall at that time hear testimony on the Petition from the School District and interested community members.
More information can be found here: https://5il.co/2dpsj
There will be a special board meeting on Wednesday, February 7 from 6:00-8:00pm. The board will be discussing various facilities options and working through the decision-making process. Feel free to join us at any time during the two-hour session - you are welcome to arrive late or leave early based on your schedule.
Calendar Updates:
One version of our calendar online was incorrect. We do have school on Monday, February 12.
There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 19 - Presidents Day.
Additionally, with the 5 emergency days we have taken - the last day of student attendance is Wednesday, May 29, 2024.
Good morning! We will start at regular time this morning.
Start at 8:00/8:20 - students dismissed at 11:30/11:50.
Dear PLT Families,
I am continuing to monitor weather updates issued by the National Weather Service. There is a chance of continued poor weather conditions that may impact us tomorrow morning. If we are able to start at regular time in the morning, we will continue with our half day student dismissal. If we need to delay the start of school, we would cancel the scheduled early out and have students in school until regular (full day) dismissal time.
In review:
If we start at 8:00/8:20 - students dismissed at 11:30/11:50
If we start at 10:00/10:20 - students dismissed at 3:00/3:20
I appreciate your understanding as we navigate the Midwest weather conditions that have been thrown at us this month.
Heidi Lensing
Unfortunately, the road conditions have not improved enough to ensure safe travel for all to get to school. PLT schools will be closed today, January 23
PLT schools will be delayed 2 hours today. No AM PreK. We will continue to monitor road conditions throughout the morning.
Due to the continued icy conditions on country roads, there will be no school today, January 22.
PLT schools will be delayed 2 hours today, January 22 due to the icy road conditions. Please stay tuned in the event we need to make a follow-up announcement.
Due to the continued extreme cold temperatures, PLT schools will be closed tomorrow, January 16th. Stay safe and warm!
Due to the forecasted weather, there will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow - Friday, January 12. Stay safe everyone!
The PLT School District will be delayed 2 hours on Wednesday, January 10. There will be no AM PreK classes.