IMPORTANT DATES
HOMECOMING DANCE- September 21 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, South Gym
SENIOR PARENT POSTSECONDARY PLANNING NIGHT - September 30 at 6:30 PM in the PLHS Excellence Center
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES - October 8 & 9 from 4:00PM - 8:00 PM
COLLEGE CAREER EXPO - October 29 from 12:00PM - 3:30 PM, North Gym
NO SCHOOL - November 27-29
FINALS - December 18 - 20
WINTER BREAK, NO SCHOOL - December 23 - January 6
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES - February 6 from 4:00 PM -8:00 PM
YEARBOOK PHOTO DEADLINE - February 7
NO SCHOOL - February 17
SPRING BREAK, NO SCHOOL - March 10 - 14
NO SCHOOL - MARCH 31
NO SCHOOL - APRIL 18 & 21
PROM - April 26 - 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Beardmore Event Center
COLLEGE DAY - April 30
HONORS NIGHT - May 6 - 7:00 PM, PLHS North Gym
SENIORS LAST DAY - May 8
GRADUATION - May 11 @ 5:00 PM, Baxter Arena
JUNIORS AND SENIORS, WOULD YOU LIKE TO ATTEND SUENOS SUMMIT?
The Sueños Summit will be a dynamic gathering where students will have the chance to interact with influential figures from various fields, including business, education, arts, and activism. Through engaging panel discussions, workshops, and networking sessions, students will gain firsthand knowledge about career paths, cultural heritage, and the power of community engagement.
This unique summit aims to connect students with inspiring Latino community leaders and professionals, providing students with invaluable insights, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (CST)
Location: Central Community College 4500 63rd St, Columbus, NE 68601
Website: https://suenossummit.org/
Transportation will be provided. Email Mrs. Bradley to register by SEPTEMBER 14. There is a limit of 40 students from PLHS allowed to attend.
SENIOR PARENTS, DON'T MISS THE SENIOR PARENT POSTSECONDARY PLANNING NIGHT
Toward the end of August, counselors visited Senior English classes to review tasks needed to be completed and to make their quest for postsecondary education as fruitful as possible. Parents are invited to attend a similar presentation. Senior Parent Postsecondary Planning Night will be on September 26th at 6:30pm. Counselors will go over: communication, testing, résumés, letters of recommendation, college applications, transcripts, and financial aid. This event will be in the Excellence Center and will last about an hour.
POST-SECONDARY PLANNING NIGHT
SEPTEMBER 30
6:30 PM
PLHS EXCELLENCE CENTER
PLEASE ENTER THE BUILDING FROM THE SOUTH SIDE
HOMECOMING WEEK IS COMING!
Monday, September 16 - America
- Red, White, and Blue
Tuesday, September 17 - Ages and Stages
- 9th Grade - Dress as Babies
- 10th Grade - Dress as Toddlers/Children
- 11th Grade - Dress as College/Adults
- 12th Grade - Dress as Elderly
Wednesday, September 18 - Mathlete vs Athlete
- pocket protectors, jerseys, etc.
Thursday, September 19 - All Holidays
- ugly x-mas sweater
- head to toe green
- New Years hat
Friday, September 20 - Class Colors
- 9th Grade - Black
- 10th Grade - White
- 11th Grade - Maroon
- 12th Grade - Gold
Homecoming Game - PLHS vs. Bellevue East - September 20 at 7:00 PM PL Stadium
Homecoming Dance - PLHS South Gym - September 21 from 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Coronation at the Dance at 9:45 PM
Tickets for the Dance on sale at gofan.
SENIORS: DON'T MISS THESE IMPORTANT ITEMS
To order your cap & gown, CLICK HERE- Order Deadline: October 21
If you would like to order graduation products, CLICK HERE.
If you are unable to afford to order a cap & gown, please email Mrs. Bradley prior to October 21.
Yearbook senior photo information CLICK HERE - Deadline: February 7
Don’t miss out on your chance to order the 2025 PLHS Yearbook. Books are $70 until October 11, $75 from October 12-January 10, and $80 from January 11-April 18. All orders must be in by April 18, 2025. You can order online at yearbookforever.com or send cash or a check made payable to PLHS to Mr. Rohacik in room 307. Please see the files below for a yearbook order form, senior picture guidelines & senior tribute information. Please note: The PLHS Yearbook is a “fall delivery” book. Students will pick up their books in August 2025. This allows for a book that can document the ENTIRE school year, including spring sports/activities & graduation. See order form below to order your year book and senior tribute.
Military Recruiter Schedule CLICK HERE.
CLASS OF 2024 SENIOR WALL
Seniors, we would love to replace your junior photo with a senior photo for our senior wall in the Counseling Center. Please email Mrs. Bradley a copy of your favorite senior photo and she will replace your junior photo.
NEW SCHOLARSHIPS THIS WEEK
CLICK HERE to scholarships available to students at PLHS. This list is updated on a regular basis!
NEW SCHOLARSHIPS ADDED THIS WEEK
Automotive Women's Alliance Foundation Education Scholarship - Deadline December 31
Norma Ross Walter Scholarship - Deadline January 31
Antonette Willa Skupa Turner Scholarship - Deadline February 28
Leslie & Helen R. Wilson Memorial Scholarship - Deadline April 20
DON'T MISS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN THE BUFFETT/GOODRICH SCHOLARSHIP TEAM!
What is the Buffett/Goodrich Scholarship Team?
It is a group of students who plan to work on the Buffett and/or Goodrich Scholarships. Mrs. Bradley will help students who qualify from the start of the scholarship to the end of the scholarship. These scholarships have a lot of steps, but Mrs. Bradley will break them down for you and help you through the application process.
How do I know if I qualify?
If you plan to attend a Nebraska State College and your family makes under $100,000 per year, you might qualify.
Email Mrs. Bradley if you would like to be part of this team or have questions.
HAVE YOU BEEN AWARDED A SCHOLARSHIP?
Papillion La Vista High school loves to celebrate our Seniors' achievements! If you are awarded a scholarship, please share your good news with our scholarship office.
- Snap a picture of your award letter and email it to Mrs. Bradley.
- Bring a copy of your award letter to Mrs. Bradley in the scholarship office.
- Screenshot your award and email it to Mrs. Bradley
We do not care if you are awarded one scholarship or ten, we would like to know about all of them! If you have questions, see Mrs. Bradley in the scholarship office. The scholarship office appreciates your help turning in these awards as you receive them.
COLLEGE REP VISITS AT PLHS
UPCOMING VISITS
Wayne State University - September 9 at 9:00 AM
Grand Canyon University - September 13 at 9:00 AM
University of Kansas - September 17 at 12:45 PM
Virginia Polytechnic Institute - September 18 at 9:00 AM
Texas Christian University - September 18th at 12:45 PM
University of St. Thomas - September 20 at 12:45 PM
You can sign up on MaiaLearning and visit with the following college(s) in the Counseling Center. In MaiaLearning, click the "Events" tab on the left. Click the "Actions" on the right of the visit you would like to attend. Click "Attend". You will be signed up to attend! Just show up in the Counseling Office on the date and time of the visit you signed up for. It is the student's responsibility to attend this visit. No passes will be sent. (These are STUDENT ONLY visits)
TRANSCRIPTS REQUEST
Need to send a transcripts? CLICK HERE
If you have any questions contact Mrs. Bradley in the Counseling Center.
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA
Alongside their weekly individual campus visits, their fall lineup of events—featuring Coyote Visit Days, Fall Open House and Saturday Morning visits—begins with a Coyote Visit Day on Friday, Sept. 20. We invite you to explore our visit options and join us on campus this fall!
ACT TEST DATES FOR SENIORS
September 14 - Registration Deadline: August 9
October 26 - Registration Deadline: September 20
December 14 - Registration Deadline: October 7
To register for one of these ACT test dates CLICK HERE.
HOW TO REQUEST A RECOMMENDATION
CLICK HERE for recommendation request directions. If you need a copy of your recommendation, email Mrs. Bradley and she will be happy to help you out. PLEASE DO NOT ask your teachers for a copy of your recommendation.
DEADLINE TO ASK A TEACHER AT PLHS FOR A RECOMMENDATION is JANUARY 17th
"My senior doesn’t eat at school. Why would we apply for a free and reduced lunch program?"
Why would you apply for Free & Reduced Lunch?
There are fee waiver opportunities, scholarships available, and more to help support families with financial needs. Unless you complete the "Free & Reduced Lunch Application," you will be unable to take advantage of these opportunities. CLICK HERE TO APPLY.