The Pittsfield High School Class of 1954 Scholarship Fund is accepting nominations for the 6th annual
Staff Recognition Award. This $1,000 award will be given to a Pikeland teacher or non-certified staff
member who has contributed in an outstanding way to the betterment of the district and achievement of
its students. Through this award, the Class of 1954 Scholarship Fund seeks to honor those who make a
difference in the lives of others through their dedication and service to the Pikeland district, compassion
for students, and a willingness to go above and beyond. Prior awardees are Jody Heavner, Barb McKee,
Heather Robertson, Sherri Howland, Adam Singler, Steve Ward, Jerred Heinz, and Jolene Smith.
To be eligible, staff must be currently employed by Pikeland Unit #10 and nominated by current and
former students, parents, colleagues, or community members. Letters of nomination should include the
staff member’s full name and building of employment. Most importantly, individuals should explain, in
their own words and with specific examples, why the nominee is most deserving of the award.
Nominations should include the contact information of the individual making the nomination and be sent
via email to: classof1954scholarship@gmail.com. Alternatively, nominations may also be sent to:
Class of 1954 Scholarship Fund, PO Box 205, Pittsfield, IL 62363. Nominations must be received by
April 1, 2019. Awards will be announced at the end of the academic year.
Pikeland buses will be running on hard surface roads only tomorrow, Wednesday, for both the am and pm routes.
PHS kids doing great things this weekend!
The Jr./Sr. High wrestling match at Camp Point is cancelled tonight due to drifting/blowing snow there.
Buses on hard surface main roads only on Friday. Students will be dismissed at 1:30 for Teacher professional development. Thank you!
Pikeland buses will run on hard surface main roads again tomorrow, Thursday. The overnight forecast calls for ice, sleet, and snow so we will update you in the morning if there are changes to the school day.
Pikeland buses will run hard surface roads only on Wednesday. There is a weather advisory out, however. We will update you in the morning if the school status changes. Thank you for your patience with the January weather.
Pikeland Schools will be closed today, Tuesday.
School is in session on Tuesday. Buses on hard surface roads only. If conditions change, there will be an update Tuesday morning.
Pikeland Schools will be dismissing today at 1:00 due to the incoming storm. There will be no afternoon Pre-K and all evening events are cancelled. Stay safe!
Merry Christmas from the PHS Staff!
PHS Christmas Concert today at 2:00. Please join us!
2018-2019 State Scholars from Pikeland! Way to go!! #GoSaukees
School WILL be in session tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 27. Buses on hard surface roads only.
Winners of the Saukee All-Sport Raffle:
$5,000 Marcia Bower
$1,000 Phil Bauer
$500 Sara McDonald
$500 Chris & Casey Rule
$500 Betty Hayden
$200 Mark Lynch
$200 Gary Cox
$200 Richie Pressey
$100 Katelin Johnson
$100 Tim Halpin
$100 Brenda Leonard
$100 Larry Turner
So proud of Alyana Scranton, a Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Semifinalist from our school! Learn more about the Coca-Cola Scholars Program $20,000 college scholarship and see a full list of Semifinalists on their website, www.coca colascholars.org. #CokeScholarsSF
National Honor Society induction is cancelled for this evening.
No school today Thursday, November 15, 2018 in Pikeland CUSD#10. Happy Snow Day #1!! Everyone be safe!
1:30 dismissal today in Pikeland for staff SIP work!
Ag Communications class is practicing their non-verbal communication skills.
Drafting is on the agenda this week in Mr. Lennon's Industrial Technology classes.
Mrs. Musgrave's class had their first cutting of lettuce today. The lettuce plants started out as seeds in their classroom and where transplanted into the tower garden. In addition, they have a couple of tomato plants.
Freshmen Class showing class spirit!
More pictures from HOCO Sunday Funday!
What a gorgeous day to kick off HOCO 2018!!
PHS Homecoming is next week! Are you ready?? Click on the calendar link below for activity dates and times. http://www.pikeland.net/UserFiles/Servers/Server_78825/File/2018.19%20Pikeland%20Activity%20Calendar.pdf
Congratulations Mr.Rylander! KHQA One Classroom At a Time winner from Pittsfield High School! Watch presentstion Friday at 6:00 on KHQA.
Great play and victory for the Lady Saukees against Southeastern!
Pikeland staff participating in a Google refresher course this morning.
Current Pikeland vacancies! Contact the Board Office for more information!
PCS graduation tonight--PHS tomorrow! Both at 7 at PHS.
Another year has come and gone. Thank you to all of our staff for your work throughout the year! You are greatly appreciated!
We honored our retirees this morning! Thank you for all of your years of service. #GoSaukees #wewillmissyou
Congratulations to our Class of 1954 award winners Mrs. Jo and Mr. Heinz! Thank you for being so fabulous! #GoSaukees
So proud of our seniors!
http://www.pikelandmusic.org/gallery.html
Wow! The music was performed by our PHS Band on Tuesday and our fabulous director, Mr. B., put it all together! Take a listen.
A big shout out to the fabulous Pikeland Staff! Thank you for all that you do every day for our kids. #staffappreciation #GoSaukees
Pikeland School Board has an immediate board seat vacancy to be filled from someone who resides in Detroit Township. Interested parties can contact the Board Office at 217-285-2147 for information.
Pittsfield High School would like to announce that Mr. Paul Petty has been hired to be the next Saukee football coach. Congratulations and welcome, Coach Petty!
Don't forget the early dismissal today! 1:20 South, 1:25 PHS, 1:30 PCS. #GoSaukees
Early dismissal in Pikeland on Thursday for SIP activities. South--1:20, PHS--1:25, PCS--1:30.
Congratulations to Avery Lewis & Eli TenEyck for giving an outstanding performance at Mock Trial State Competition. Avery as a witness and Eli as an attorney. #SaukeePride
Testing Tuesday is tomorrow! Juniors will be taking the state-sponsored SAT. Freshmen and sophomores will be taking the PSAT. Get a good night's sleep and eat a good breakfast.
Great group of students signed up for CEO for next year. This group of future seniors was guests of honor at the CEO breakfast.
Current CEO participants at their CEO breakfast on Friday. Great job presenting!
Roller Coaster Mania in Mrs. Phillips Basic Physics class. Students created roller coaster to test out concepts they have learned in class.
Are you ready for the PHS Drama Department's production this weekend? Fri. and Sat. at 8 and Sunday at 1:00. See you there! #GoSaukees
The Pikeland School District will be CLOSED today, Thursday, Feb. 22.
Pikeland CUSD #10 will be closed today, Wednesday, Feb. 21.
The Class of 1954 has announced its 2018 Spring Scholarships! Visit www.pikeland.net for information and applications.
Saukee Boys regional basketball play starts at 6:00 tonight in Beardstown. Play well, boys! #SaukeesAt6 #GoSaukees
Great SIP work this aftermoon! Data dive and vision/mission work in the buildings. Have a fabulous long weekend, Saukees!
Please nominate a Pikeland staff member! Send nominations to classof1954scholarship@gmail.com or PO Box 205, Pittsfield.
Pikeland Schools will dismiss students at 1:30 today for staff SIP activities. There is no school Monday in observance of Presidents'Day.
Its time to nominate a Pikeland Staff member for the Class of 1954 Staff Recognition Award! #saukeessupportsaukees
Today is an early dismissal day (1:30) for Pikeland Schools!
The Saukee boys basketball game tonight against Pleasant Plains will be played in Ashland at A-C Central High School. #GoSaukees
The annual Saukette Boy/Girl dance is always a hit.
Congratulations to Lauren Hawley! The Saukee Golfer signed today to play golf at Columbia College next year!
No school in Pikeland Tuesday. Stay warm, everyone!
Pikeland Schools will be dismissing at 1:00 today due to the incoming weather. All after school and evening activities are cancelled as well.
Congratulations Lilly Pepper for hitting the 1000 point club in tonight’s victory over Litchfield!!!
No school in the Pikeland District tomorrow, Monday. Enjoy one more day of break!
Great job tonight Lady Saukees! A terrific win against Western/Payson.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Pikeland CUSD #10! We will see everyone back January 8, 2018.
FCA providing a morning incentive to kick off our last exam day of the semester.
Pep Band always sets the mood at Saukee Basketball!
PHS Quiz Bowl hosting Western tonight.
Health students practicing their CPR skills under the guidance of Adam Lee, athletic trainer.
PHS Student Council helping to spread Christmas cheer to over 50 families with donations from their Food & Toy Drive.
Holiday tournament schedules are out!
Saukee Citizen of the Month for November is Lilly Pepper. Congratulations, Lilly!
Vet Tech student's practicing suturing techniques.
Mrs. Stendback’s Food and Hospitality class opened Frosty’s Palace to administration and Mrs. Wassell’s English 3 class today and served breakfast.
PHS hosts an Hour of Code in conjunction with Computer Science Education Week.
PHS ELA hosting a "Writing Across the Curriculum" for PHS Staff
December greeters at PHS this morning! Have a fantastic week, Saukees.
First Lady Saukees home games tonight against West Central! Games start at 6:00. #GoSaukees #SaukeePride
The $5,000 Saukee Raffle winner is Jack Ingram of Alsey, Illinois.
Red & Black Night! Go Saukees!
Mrs. Gerard and Mrs Wessell are supporting the Saukees at the Turkey Tournament. Let’s go Saukees!
Happy Thanksgiving to all of our staff, students, families, and community! #SaukeePride
We ❤️ our students! #GoSaukees
#SaukeePride Here we go!
Payson-Lovejoy game just starting at PHS. Come watch the Saukees at 8:00!
Turkey Tournament starts tonight! Saukees play at 8:00.
Join us Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 6:00-7:30 in the PHS cafeteria honor our National award-winning FFA!