Pentwater Public Schools

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Wyatt Roberts is the son of Sierra Roberts. Wyatt plans on joining the Army and proudly serving this country by becoming a part of the 75th Ranger Regiment, also known as the US Army Rangers. Thank you for your service, Wyatt! "Rangers lead the way"

Our students participated in Community Pride Day on Friday, 5/15; this is our 21st year! Students are required to accrue 40 community pride hours by the time of graduation and we host one day per year where you can see our students at Charles Mears State Park, the VFW Hall, Channel Lane Park, the township cemetery, various village gardens as well as some private homes doing yard work and cleaning!

The Pentwater middle school track team competed at their very last meet for the season on May 13 in Custer at the MCE Medal Meet. There were 13 personal bests, 6 first place finishes, 17 medals earned, and 2 school records broken! These incredible humans really shined!

Congratulations to Evie Bouye for breaking her own middle school record in the 1600 meter run, and Ayla Kokx for breaking her own middle school record in the Pole Vault!

-1st Place (Medal):
Evie Bouye - 1600m Run 6:34.66 (PB) *School Record*
Karoline Slotegraaf - Long Jump 13’ 2” (PB)
4x200m Relay (Khloe Vangunst, Lauren Macher, Maple Prescott, Karoline Slotegraaf) 2:14.64

-2nd Place (Medal):
Maple Prescott - Long Jump 12’ 4” (PB)
4x100m Relay (Khloe Vangunst, Evie Bouye, Maple Prescott, Karoline Slotegraaf) 1:04.54
Lauren Macher - 70m Dash 10.34 (PB)
Evie Bouye - 800m Run 3:19.41
Khloe Vangunst - 200m Dash 32.38 (PB)
Lauren Macher - High Jump 4’ 0”
Ayla Kokx - Pole Vault 6’ 6” (PB) *School Record*

-3rd Place (Medal):
Ayla Kokx - 800m Run 3:21.81

-4th Place:
Porter Jaeb - Long Jump 12’ 5” (PB)
Chi Jeruzal - 400m Dash 1:13.82 (PB)
Valerie Smith - 1600m Run 7:37.77 (PB)

-5th Place:
Anderson Barter - Shot Put 19’ 11” (PB)
Chi Jeruzal - 800m Run 3:04.68
Valerie Smith - 800m Run 3:35.84

-6th Place:
Porter Jaeb - 400m Dash 1:30.09
Porter Jaeb - 70m Dash 11.52 (PB)

-Personal Best:
Anderson Barter - Long Jump 9’ 3” and 70m Dash 12.33

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Charlie Swanger is the daughter of James Swanger and Jennifer Swanger. Charlie plans on completing her final year at West Shore Community College and obtain an associate of arts degree. We are proud of you - "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Kelvin Herrera is the son of Rafael Garcia and Monica Barrios. Kelvin plans to enter the workforce and work towards become a concept writer. Don't give up and remember, "The most difficult and complicated part of the writing process is the beginning." - A.B. Yehoshua

Thank you to House of Flavors for the ice cream!!

We will be celebrating Falcon athletics for 2025-2026 on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 6:45pm, we hope to see you there!

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Michelle Smith is the daughter of Michael Smith. Michelle plans on attending Montana State University and earn a Bachelor of Science in Equine Science and later open her own equine rehabilitation/rescue center. Go for it, Michelle! "Ask me to show you poetry in motion and I will show you a horse." - Author unknown

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Josephyn Mannor is the daughter of Lori Mannor and Daniel Mannor. Josephyn plans to attend Aquinas College and major in psychology and possibly minor in sociology. When she graduates from Aquinas, she wants to live the rest of her life with her cats. Well done, JoJo! "What greater gift than the love of a cat." - Charles Dickens

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Alex Field is the son of Christopher Field and LaToya Smith. Alex plans on joining the workforce and working towards becoming a stand-up comedian. Well done, Alex! "Being a comedian, people tell me stuff they shouldn't tell their therapist." - Jeff Foxworthy

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Abbie is the daughter of James Field and Monica Field. Abbie plans on attending Oakland University to study dance. She then plans to open up a dance studio in the future. "One never stops learning to dance. You only stop dancing when you stop learning." - George Balanchine

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Conference action resumed Monday evening as the Pentwater Varsity softball team traveled to Mason County Eastern to face the Cardinals. Game 1 was an exciting, back-and-forth battle with both teams vying for the lead. Key plays included a single by Paige Sadenwater in the third inning, while Lauren Davis and Alazae Acevedo drove in Pentwater's two runs in the fourth with back-to-back RBI singles. However, timely hitting from the Cardinals in the bottom of the fourth proved decisive, allowing them to reclaim and hold the lead for the remainder of the contest.
Final: Mason County Eastern 4, Pentwater 2

Game 2 started with a bang when Charlie Swanger hammered a ball deep to left field. The ball short-hopped the fence, allowing her to round the bases for an inside-the-park home run! MCE quickly responded, taking the lead in the bottom of the inning following a string of singles. A pair of errors in the fourth inning proved costly, as the Cardinals capitalized on the defensive miscues to extend their lead. Although Pentwater continued to put the ball in play with hard contact, MCE's solid defense stifled any hopes of a comeback.
Final: Mason County Eastern 8, Pentwater 2

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Logan Fatura is the son of Derek and Erika Fatura. Logan plans on attending Michigan State University to study human biology. Say it LOUD, say it PROUD - Go Green! Well done, Logan!

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Martina is the daughter of Marcella Fanelli and Vincenzo Fanelli. Her host parents are Stuart and Eleanor Hartger. Martina plans to return to Italy to complete one more year of high school and then possibly attend the University of Pisa. We thank you for your time here at PPS! "Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory." - Dr. Seuss

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Brody Austin is the son of Daniel Austin and Erin Austin. Brody plans on attending West Shore Community College for two years and then transfer to a university to study his career of choice. Go for your dreams, Brody! A new chapter begins - write it with courage and purpose.

PPS would like to wish all of our incredible Falcon Moms, Stepmoms, Grandmas, Aunts, and every special woman who pours love, guidance, and support into the lives of our children each and every day a very heartfelt thank you.

Your kindness, strength, encouragement, and endless care help shape who our children become, and the impact you make never goes unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do, today and every day.

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Alazae Acevedo is the daughter of Tosha Acevedo and Jace Acevedo. Alazae plans on attending West Shore Community College and earn an associates degree in business and marketing. Go for it, Alazae, and remember, "Good marketing makes the company look smart. Great marketing makes the customer feel smart." - Joe Chernov

Class of 2026 Graduate Highlight: Bailey Alltop is the daughter of Heather and Jason Alltop. Bailey plans on finishing her ASM Tech Early College program at West Shore Community College and then enroll in the nursing program at Ferris State University. After receiving her nursing degree, Bailee would like to become a travel nurse and see the countryside. Way to go, Bailey! "It's a beautiful thing when a career and a passion come together." - Unknown