PENTWATER WINS DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP IN THRILLING FASHION!
Trey Johnson’s Clutch Shot Seals the Title for the Falcons The Pentwater Falcons are District Champions!
In a game that lived up to every expectation of a championship battle, the Falcons kept their composure and fought until the final buzzer, securing a 55-52 victory over Baldwin in an instant classic. With just 1.1 seconds left on the clock, Trey Johnson delivered one of the biggest shots in program history—knocking down the game-winning bucket to lift the Falcons to the title. A beautiful lob pass from Jonny Arnouts, and a great screen by Brody Austin assisted in the shot! The game was a back-and-forth war, with both teams trading leads and refusing to back down. Every possession mattered, every rebound was crucial, and every player on the floor gave everything they had.
Key Player Performances:
🔥 Jonny Arnouts: 13 points, 5 rebounds, 3 steals, 1 assist
🔥 Trey Johnson: 17 points, 3 rebounds, 4 steals—GAME-WINNING SHOT!
🔥 Kaleb Brown: 5 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist
🔥 Brody Austin: 5 rebounds
🔥 Abram Kieda: 4 points, 4 rebounds, 1 steal
🔥 Nathan Macher: 2 rebounds, 1 steal
The Falcons never wavered under pressure. From clutch defensive stops to relentless rebounding, this team proved they were built for championship moments. Their chemistry, toughness, and will to win carried them through, and now they bring home the district trophy! With the win, Pentwater improves to 21-2 overall and continues their historic season. But the journey isn’t over yet—the Falcons now advance to regionals, where they will take on Muskegon Heights at Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart on Tuesday at 5:30 PM. Let’s keep the momentum going, Falcons! 🏆🔥💪
HUGE THANK YOU to all the FANS!! You helped make this night forever memorable!
Green Schools Club members, Lauren Davis and Maggie Jorissen, presented our librarian Mrs. Quinn with some new books to add to our library. One of the projects the club works on is to earn Evergreen status through the Michigan Green Schools program and to update the schools' media center with environmental materials. Thank you to the PTCO for providing the funding to make this project a success.
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Mr. Holstad! 🌟
This week, we're shining the spotlight on Mr. Holstad, who is celebrating his 2nd year at Pentwater Public Schools! He currently teaches Math and Personal Finance while also coaching our varsity softball team, and we’re so grateful to have him on our team. #GoFalcons#
🚨🏀 Game Day Alert! 🏀🚨
The Falcon boys' varsity basketball team is ready to soar as they battle the Baldwin Panthers for the district title TONIGHT (2/28) at MCE! Tip-off is at 6:00 PM, and tickets must be purchased through GoFan.
Let’s pack the stands, bring the energy, and cheer our Falcons to victory! 🏆🔥 Let’s go, Falcons! 💙💛 #FalconPride #DistrictFinals #BringItHome
Make sure to mark your calendars and save the date for the annual PTCO School Carnival, it's a great time with fun for everyone!
Ludington State Park interpreter, Brandon Griffith, visited the 3rd grade classroom this week. He educated the students on Michigan animals and how they adapt to survive in the changing environment. Mr. Griffith also talked about the history of snowshoes and took the 3rd graders on a snowshoe walk!
Falcons Advance to District Finals The Pentwater Falcons soared to an 78-15 victory over Walkerville in the district semifinals, setting the tone early with an explosive start. It was a complete team effort, with every athlete contributing to the dominant performance on both ends of the floor. The Falcons' relentless defense and balanced scoring attack secured their place in the district championship game.
Key Player Performances:
🔥 Jonny Arnouts: 12 points, 9 assists, 3 rebounds, 6 steals
🔥 Trey Johnson: 17 points, 1 assist, 3 rebounds, 2 steals
🔥 Kaleb Brown: 8 points, 6 rebounds, 2 steals
🔥 Brody Austin: 13 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals
🔥 Abram Kieda: 14 points, 8 rebounds
🔥 Nathan Macher: 9 points, 9 rebounds, 2 steals
🔥 Wyatt Roberts: 2 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal
🔥 Gavin Macher: 2 rebounds
🔥 Ben Roberson: 3 points, 2 assists, 4 rebounds
The Falcons jumped out to a 31-0 first-quarter lead and never looked back, holding Walkerville to just 15 total points. Their dominance on the glass, defense, and unselfish ball movement paved the way.. With the win, Pentwater improves to 20-2 overall and 13-1 in conference play.
The Falcons will now turn their attention to the district championship game against Baldwin on Friday at 6 PM. One more win stands between them and a district title!
🏀 Let’s keep it rolling, Falcons! 💪🔥
On Thursday, February 27th there will be a NHS Sponsored Red Cross Blood Drive! Donate for a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice! Are you 16 years old or older, healthy and interested in donating blood at the NHS blood drive? Visit the link below to make your appointment, no later than Thursday morning, Feb 27. If you are 16 years old, you will first need a signed parent permission form that can be obtained from Mrs. Jeruzal.
Blood Drive is open to the public 10:30 am - 3:30 pm. Consider that your single blood donation could save three lives! Give the gift of life, give blood!
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=49449
The school voted on the endangered animal to "adopt" and the Darwin's Fox won! The 1st grade class won the naming contest for the fox with the name of..........Darwin!! Mrs. Merten's class gets to keep the plush Darwin's Fox for the year and decide who gets to take it home at the end of the year. Thank you to the PTCO for funding this opportunity. Through the symbolic adoption, we support the World Wildlife Fund's global conservation efforts. Every donation helps save endangered wildlife, protect fragile ecosystems and build a future where people live in harmony with nature.
2025-2026 Kindergarten Roundup!
Congratulations to all of the Student Artists featured in the recent Michigan Art Education Association Region 13 Art Show in Freemont this weekend: Harvey M. (K), Gracelynn H. (K), Jose F. (1), Allie F. (8), Chi J. (7), Brianna M. (7), Mandi S. (12), and JoJo M. (11). Special Congratulations to the following Student Artists that made artwork that will progress further to the State level adjudication: Elin O. (3), Katelyn S. (4), Colton J. (6), Xaria D. (7), Belle P. (12), Anaviolet J. (10), and Jane H. (11)!
Preschool invites you to their 2025-2026 preschool round-up!
Tomorrow's the day! The Scholastic Book Fair is setup and ready for the Falcons. Students can pay with cash or e-wallet. Book Fair will be open after school from 3-4pm Monday-Thursday. Students will have the opportunity to attend with their class on the following days: Preschool - Wednesday and Thursday; KG - Monday and Wednesday; 1st - Monday; 2nd - Monday and Thursday; 3rd - Monday and Wednesday; 4th - Tuesday and Friday; 5th - Monday and Tuesday; and, 6th - Tuesday and Thursday!
West Michigan “D” League Conference Champions: What a special night for the purple and gold! The Pentwater Falcons are officially the West Michigan D League Conference Champions after a dominant 70-42 victory over Mesick. The Falcons played with energy and teamwork all night, solidifying their place at the top of the league as they now shift focus to the upcoming tournament. Adding to the excitement, senior Mikey Carlson reached the incredible milestone of 1,000 career points, making the night even more memorable for the Falcons and their fans. Mikey joins just 13 other Falcons who have hit that milestone.
Key Player Performances: Mikey Carlson: 11 points (1,000th career point!) Jonny Arnouts: 14 points, 5 assists, 1 block, 4 rebounds, 8 steals; Trey Johnson: 20 points, 2 assists, 1 rebound, 2 steals; Kaleb Brown: 4 points, 4 rebounds; Brody Austin: 4 points, 2 assists, 2 steals; Abram Kieda: 5 points, 2 rebounds; Nathan Macher: 2 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal; Wyatt Roberts: 8 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist; Tyler Zimmer: 2 points; Gavin Macher: 2 rebounds, 1 steal; Ben Roberson: 2 assists, 1 rebound; Kyle Oomen: 1 rebound.
With the regular season complete, Pentwater will now turn its focus to tournament play, hoping to carry this momentum forward. Congratulations to the Falcons on their championship and to Mikey Carlson on his 1,000th career point! A huge thank you to the incredible Pentwater community and fans for making this night truly special! 19-2 Overall 13-1 Conference Pentwater: 21-28-10-11 Mesick: 12-6-14-10 Pentwater wins: 70-42
Congratulations to Michael Carlson for making his 1,000th point at the home basketball game versus Mesick tonight! Michael is the son of Kathy Richards and Jeff Carlson pictured with coaches Ashley Lubera and Pete Dumonte!
Congratulations to senior Trey Johnson, for being selected student of the month for the Service Club of Pentwater. #GoFalcons
Advanced chemistry and chemistry students in Mrs. Fatura's classes were given the chance to demonstrate an inquiry-based chemistry lesson to Mrs. Macher's third-grade students. This lab experience revolved around unraveling the scientific principles behind a fascinating toy known as "wack a packs." Witnessing both sets of students enthusiastically engaged was so uplifting. In addition to this memorable chemistry experience, the high school students were pleasantly surprised to receive heartfelt thank you letters from the students they collaborated with. The sincere reflections on the 3rd graders gained knowledge were very touching. These remarkable opportunities, exclusive to our K-12 district, hold great significance for students across all grade levels.
Pentwater Boys Basketball Districts start next week on Wednesday (2/26/25). Pentwater is the top seed and received a first-round bye. They will be taking on the winner from Monday's game between Walkerville and BRCCA. Tip-off for the Falcons is 5:30pm at District 109 host, Mason County Eastern. All tickets must be purchased in advance, using GoFan. No passes will be allowed. Please see the link below to purchase your tickets for Wednesday's game. #Go Falcons
https://gofan.co/event/3257304?schoolId=MI10166
The Falcons secured a hard-fought non-conference win over neighboring Shelby, pulling away in the second half to claim victory. The first half was a back-and-forth battle, but the Falcons took control in the third quarter, outscoring the Tigers 20-12. Their relentless rebounding and defensive pressure proved to be the difference as they pulled away for a strong finish.
Score by Quarter:
Pentwater: 16 - 30 - 50 - 70 Shelby: 14 - 10 - 12 - 21
Key Player Performances:
Mikey Carlson: 27 Points, 15 Rebounds
Jonny Arnouts: 10 Points, 9 Rebounds, 6 Assists, 2 Steals
Trey Johnson: 17 Points, 8 Rebounds, 2 Assists, 1 Steal
Kaleb Brown: 14 Points, 8 Rebounds
Brody Austin: 2 Points, 2 Rebounds, 1 Assist
Abram Kieda: 1 Rebound, 1 Block
Nathan Macher: 3 Blocks, 13 Rebounds.
Pentwater’s dominance on the boards was a major factor in the victory, as they out-rebounded Shelby by a wide margin. Nathan Macher and Mikey Carlson controlled the paint, combining for 28 rebounds, while Jonny Arnouts and Trey Johnson crashed the boards from the perimeter to secure extra possessions. Mikey Carlson, after a 27 point performance, is now only 11 points away from 1,000 career points. We look forward to his leadership, scoring, and team honors on Thursday!
On the defensive end, the Falcons’ intensity and ball pressure by Kaleb Brown kept Shelby’s offense in check. Arnouts and Johnson forced key turnovers, while Macher protected the rim with three big blocks. The defensive effort was especially evident in the second quarter, where Pentwater held Shelby to just 10 points, and again in the third, limiting them to 12 while extending their lead.
With the win, Pentwater improves to 17-2 overall (11-1 in conference) and remains in first place. They are now just one game away from clinching the conference title, with the opportunity to do so at home against Mesick on Thursday!
Score by Quarter:
Pentwater: 16-14-20-20
Shelby: 14-10-12-21
The Pink Out - Shoot For a Cure event is this Friday, 2/21, at our home basketball game which begins at 6pm. The Pink Out activities begin at 5:15pm with face painting, hair tinsel and photo booth! There will be games and activities at halftime of the basketball game, it will be a fun and worthy event! We hope to see you there!
