Today was Principal for a Day at Prairie School. We, Zainab Andrabi and Jonathon Kull, were co-principals. Zainab received her Principal for a Day prize from the Art Auction and Jonathon received his from Pizza~Bingo Night. To start the morning off, we did the announcements, which was exciting. We went to mystery places that students don’t know about such as the boiler room, the old P.E. locker rooms and saw the showers, and Mr. Castro’s office. The places were really interesting. We went to classrooms, we saw how students were working and left a comment for the teacher. We realized, how much everybody works around school. We learned what Mrs.Johnson does, and how she keeps track of all the notes and phone calls. We also met with Mrs. Evans, our school nurse, and she told us about how she keeps track of all the health records and showed us everything that is in a first aid kit. And to top it all off, we had a delicious lunch in the conference room, followed by dessert. Being a principal can be fun but it is hard work. We really enjoyed the experience. ~Zainab Andrabi & Jonathon Kull
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| Dr. Pfaff, Miss Andrabi, & Mr. Kull enjoy Principal for a Day together |
Sara & Nathan Z. were thrilled to be driven to school today in a Buffalo Grove Fire Department fire engine. The brother and sister pair really enjoyed their trip and said it was "super fun." The prize was an award from Pizza~Bingo night. The trip was made even more special with little sister Rachel getting a ride with the Fire Chief in his car. A big thank you goes out to the BGFD for making this ride a reality.
Teacher Appreciation Week
A huge thank you goes out to our wonderful and amazing PTO for taking such great care of us this week. The staff truly appreciates all you have done for us this week such as Monday's breakfast and Thursday's luncheon. The fun give-aways were neat and everyone really enjoyed the special Friday treat in their mailboxes. Thanks to all the parents who helped make this week special for the Prairie staff. We really appreciate all of you too and all that you do for us.
Prairie Talent Show
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| Rachel, Sara, & Nathan loved their ride to school in a BGFD fire truck |
Teacher Appreciation Week
A huge thank you goes out to our wonderful and amazing PTO for taking such great care of us this week. The staff truly appreciates all you have done for us this week such as Monday's breakfast and Thursday's luncheon. The fun give-aways were neat and everyone really enjoyed the special Friday treat in their mailboxes. Thanks to all the parents who helped make this week special for the Prairie staff. We really appreciate all of you too and all that you do for us.
Prairie Talent Show
Auditions for the 6th annual Prairie Elementary School talent show on May 31 will be next week. Musical acts can be done during music class for 2nd through 5th grades. Non musical acts, acts that use students from different classes, and 1st graders will need to come before school for tryouts. Please click here for more detailed information and the sign up form.
Principal Coffee: Parent Technology Training
During the next Principal's Coffee on May 17th from 2:00 - 3:00pm, you will experience first-hand, the technology and applications your child uses at Prairie School. Please mark your calendar for this event. We look forward to seeing you there.
Former Prairie Students Conduct Professional Clothing Drive
Current Twin Groves 8th graders Nicole Strezewski, Reema Amin, and Lindsey Wetle of Girl Scout troop 40025 (8th grade) are earning their Silver Award by having a clothing drive to support Poised For Success! PFS is a non-profit local organization that gives clothing to women in need so they can have appropriate attire for professional job interviews, and their first week on the job. The drive will last from Monday, May 14th, to Friday, May 25th. A drop-off box will be located near the front entrance of Prairie School.
Items that can be donated include:
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-Suits -Pants -Blazers -Skirts -Purses & Totes |
-Scarves -Jewelry -Shoes -Blouses |
Please make sure the items are:
-Business appropriate
-Current style or timeless design
-New, like new or gently used
-In season: Summer clothing
- Preferably clean and pressed
-Ready to wear
Also, you can go to http://40025pfs.weebly.com/
PTO News
Check out this week's PTO Newsletter for current happenings in the PTO.
Is Registration Still on your To Do List?
Student registration for the 2012-2013 school year is happening online now. Note that returning students–as well as those new to District 96–must be registered for the upcoming school year. In April, the District sent emails including registration links and instructions. If you missed the email(s), please call the public information coordinator at 847.459.4260, ext. 7722, as soon as possible. Don't delay–families who register by midnight on Friday, May 18, will save $20 per student.
Upcoming Dates
- 5/17 Principal's Coffee at 2pm - Experience the technology your child uses at school
- 5/23 PTO General Meeting and Board Elections, 9:30am
- 5/24 5th grade transition day, 9am
- 5/24 5th grade beginning band concert at TG at 7pm
- 5/25 Half Day of School, 11:45am dismissal
- 5/28 No School - Memorial Day
- 5/31 - Kindergarteners to visit Prairie at 1pm
- 5/31 Talent Show at 7pm
- 6/1 Field Day
- 6/4 Field Day Rain Date
- 6/5 5th Grade Party starting at 12:15pm
