Hello, Pioneers!

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I am Caleb Will and I am the Principal at Palestine High School. I was the high school mathematics teacher at PHS for the first seven years of my education career. I am moving to year FIVE as the building administrator and am excited for the upcoming school year. 

 

Palestine CUSD #3 is known for its dedication to excellence and students and I will continue that tradition. I look forward to working with students in my new setting and hope my enthusiasm and energy are felt by all! 

 

Summer 2025 has more changes/updates that are exciting! We will have the parking lot resurfaced! While we may not be able to paint senior parking spots, we will have a wonderful surface to drive/park/utilize for the school year! We are welcoming several new staff members to PHS. Ms. Kuhl (English) and Ms. Hemrich (FCS) are two new staff members who finished their student teaching in Spring 2025. They have so much energy and excitement for their position! We are glad they are joining the Pioneer family! 

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As a reminder from last year, we updated several items in the handbook. The attendance policy, finals, and electronic device policy were the focus. Our personal data from last year shown we had less discipline concerns and higher overall GPA from our students due to less phone interruptions.  Research continues to link a negative impact on cellphone and academic success. Our continued policy will work as long as we are all on board. The goal is to grow academically and socially. With our current technology, safety measures, and policies,  there is no need for student cell phones in the classroom.

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The vision of Palestine High School is to create an atmosphere where learning becomes a way of life, where students develop a work ethic and a sense of responsibility that will serve them well in any endeavor they pursue and where success is measured against potential. My goal is to promote success for all staff and students in the building. PHS students are held to a high standard and I will continue promoting growth for every student. 

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Thank you for supporting me. I am a member of the school and community and want to do what is best for the district.

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Principal Contact Information:​

Mr. Caleb Will

Phone: 618-586-2712

Email: caleb.will@palestine-pioneers.net

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Educational Background:

High School Principal (July 2021 - Present)

High School Mathematics Teacher (Aug 2014 - June 2021) (7 years)

Masters of Education Administration, Eastern Illinois University

Bachelors of Arts: Mathematics with Teachers Certification, EIU

High School Diploma, Newton Community High School

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Professional Associations:

Illinois Principals Association