Recently we opened our new teacher Guided Reading Book Room. This book room will provide teachers with a multitude of literacy resources for use in daily reading instruction at a multitude of instructional reading levels. A HUGE thank you goes out to the following parents for helping to label, level, and organize materials in the new book room space: Mr. Driscoll, Mrs. Oh, Mrs. Borin, Mrs. Strezewski, Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Krames, Mrs. Hirsh, Mrs. Dicker, and Mrs. DeZutter. We truly could not have completed this large amount of work without your dedication and support.
Thank You PTO
A huge thank you goes out to the Prairie PTO for providing an appetizer buffet during Parent-Teacher conferences. The staff really looks forward to these delicious treats and they really help give us an energy boost. The time given toward baking, shopping, setting up, and cleaning up is truly appreciated!
A Message from Girl Scout Troop 41416
Last week during Parent-Teacher conferences the combined Ivy Hall/Prairie 5th Grade Girl Scout of Troop 41416 provided babysitting at both Ivy Hall School and Prairie school. As a result of the generosity of the families of Prairie and Ivy Hall, the troop was able to donate over 40 food items as well as a $100 Dominick's Gift Card to the Vernon Township Food Pantry. Although this was in invaluable experience for the girls in terms of leadership, it was also exciting and fun as they spent time with friends old and new. Yesterday, the 12 girls delivered the donations to the Vernon Township Food Pantry and were able to assist in stocking the shelves for a humbling yet memorable experience.
Troop 41416 thanks all the families who participated in babysitting for their generosity and hopes you keep us in mind for conferences in the Spring.
Lewis & Clark Assembly on December 9th
On December 9, we will be having an assembly sponsored by the PTO Cultural Arts Committee. The Amazing Adventures of Lewis & Clark will be presented twice allowing primary and intermediate students opportunities for grade level instructional opportunities. This musical show explores the concepts of teamwork and courage and some of the challenges faced by Lewis and Clark during their historic journey across the western United States. To learn more about the ideas presented in the show, visit www.facetofaceproductions.com for a study guide and links to other websites.
Club News...
4th Grade Author's Club
4th Grade Author's Club
Fourth Grade Author's Club will begin on Wednesday, January 4. If you haven't signed up yet there is still time. Go to the following link to find out more information: Authors Club. You can also send a printed copy of the permission slip. If you have any questions about 4th Grade Author's Club, please contact Mrs. Addona at baddona@kcsd96.org.
It is time again for the Prairie and Helping Others Together Third Annual Winter Clothes Drive! If you have gently used winter clothing such as coats, scarves, hats, mittens, gloves, earmuffs, snow pants, boots, etc. that you or your children have outgrown, please bring them to our front lobby and place in the boxes marked "Winter Clothes Drive." All sizes (children and adult) will be accepted. Your donations will be greatly appreciated and will go to families in nearby Lake County school districts who otherwise might not be warm this winter. We will be collecting through January to accommodate any "winter cleaning" that might happen over Winter Break. Your thoughtful donations are much appreciated!
PTO Highlight
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