Happy Veteran's Day to all and to those who have served our country, thank you for your service!
NEW *Upcoming Dates*
- 11/18 - Trimester 1 Report Cards Released at 3 pm.
- 11/23 - No School
- 11/24 - No School - Happy Thanksgiving
- 11/25 - No School
- 11/29 - Early Release Schedule - Prairie students dismissed at 2:05 pm
NEW *PPLC Spirit Wear Days*
Our Positively Prairie Leadership Council students have designed a spirit wear week for us starting on Monday, 11/14. Please see the list below for wardrobe inspiration.
Spirit Week 11/14-11/18
- Monday 11/14: Pajama Day
- Tuesday 11/15: Disco Day
- Wednesday 11/16: Holiday Day
- Thursday 11/17: Western Day
- Friday 11/18: Neon Day
REMINDER *Morning & After School Parent Transportation*
Morning Parent Vehicle Drop Off
- The earliest drop-off is 8:10am when adult supervision starts
- Right or left turns into the circle are permitted in the morning (NOT the afternoon)
- This occurs in the front circle by the main entrance to Prairie
- Pull up as far as you can
- Students exit the vehicle on the passenger side, if driver side exit is needed, call over a supervisor for assistance
- Adults stay in the vehicle, drop and go.
- NO cell phone use in school zones - Illinois State Law
- Right or left turns to leave the circle are permitted in the morning (NOT the afternoon)
After School Parent Vehicle Pick-Up
- Vehicles can turn RIGHT ONLY into the front circle after school. Why? With so many vehicles gathering at the same time, it is necessary to have traffic moving in one direction.
- Pull up as far as you can
- Please tape your family name card to the passenger side front windshield at a height visible to supervisors. Three family name cards were given to your student on the first day of school. If you need more, contact the office.
- Using your family name card will decrease wait time for everyone, as supervisors can quickly call students to vehicles.
- Students will enter the vehicle on the passenger side. Supervisors will assist if driver-side entry is needed.
- Drivers stay in the car.
- Vehicles can turn RIGHT ONLY out of the front circle after school. Why? With so many vehicles leaving at the same time, it is necessary to have traffic moving in one direction.
- Various after-school traffic patterns have been tried over the past 13 years Dr. Pfaff has been the Principal of Prairie School. This after-school traffic pattern, though not perfect, has been determined to be the best. It has been observed and approved by the Buffalo Grove Police Department as well. The average time for after-school parent pick-up is ten minutes. Naturally, it’s longer with inclement weather. Your cooperation and patience with the protocol are greatly appreciated.
REPEAT *Family Reading Night*
Our annual Family Reading Night takes place on Thursday, November 17 from 6:30-7:30 pm. Our goal is to provide families with a fun night out where you can experience two different rounds of literacy-related activities (i.e. flashlight reading, reading for two voices, arts and crafts, etc ).
While walk-ins are welcome, please use THIS Google Form to RSVP. Knowing attendee numbers prior to the event will help us plan the evening's activities. We look forward to seeing you at the event!
REPEAT *Cooler Weather is Upon Us*
Please make sure that your child has the appropriate clothes as the temperature drops. Dressing in layers is always a good idea. Don't forget hats, gloves, and scarves. Please label your child’s items so that if they find their way to the Lost and Found, the item can be returned to your child.