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In the first half of the year, we shared some of the work that Prairie Trail is doing related to our School Improvement Plans. As you may recall, one of our goals is focussed on creating a sense of belonging for our students and our staff at Prairie Trail. We know how important physical and emotional safety are to a person's sense of belonging so for this newsletter we want to review or highlight some of the different safety measures that are in place at Prairie Trail.

• Our office staff and maintenance department are always vigilant about who enters our building and for what purpose.

• We have a locked entrance to the building with mandatory buzzed entry

• Every outside door to the school is locked at all times and checked throughout the day

• We have security cameras inside and outside the school

• District 56 employs a School Resource Officer who is on call and in-district daily

• We have a comprehensive Crisis Plan which includes the Gurnee Police Department, Gurnee Fire Department, and the Lake County Sheriff.

• Emergency procedures are posted in every classroom and practiced throughout the school year.

• Building and district administration participate in tabletop exercises alongside the Gurnee Police Department and the Gurnee Fire Department yearly to walkthrough responses to emergency situations.

• The appropriate staff has been trained on responding to and completing a threat assessment.

• Our staff has been provided training on de-escalation strategies.

• We have a full time behavior facilitator at Prairie Trail.

• Our district has two full time behavior coaches that work with our staff to better support the needs of our students.

It is our hope that knowing we have these safety measures in place in District 56, and that they are constantly being monitored and evaluated conveys our dedication to student and staff safety.

We are SO excited to partner with the American Heart Association and start our Kids Heart Challenge program. Kids Heart Challenge helps students develop ways to keep their hearts happy and healthy for their whole lives AND spreads the mission and the message of the AHA!

Can't wait to learn more and meet our heart heroes this year? Check this out!

Want to get a jump start and join us NOW, register at:

heart.org/KHC. (then search Prairie Trail School)

Choose your daily health challenge to Move More or Be Kind and earn your own TORCH WRISTBAND so you can help light the way!

Students who raise $150 before your KHC Kick-Off will earn our collector’s edition XL Frankie to add to your Heart Heroes!

Great Americans is a 5th-grade program in which all the students learn about the history and government of America. There are many different tasks students have to memorize to learn about American history and government. There are four tiers to this program; bronze (4 items), silver (3 items), gold (3 items), and diamond (1+ items). There are prizes for each level's completion. There are many 5th-grade students working on the Great Americans program this year! These are the students that have worked hard on meeting each tier...

For up to dates announcements and event info, please follow us on each of our social media accounts. We share reminders, events, photos of PT fun, assemblies and more!

GET READY FOR WINTER!

View our 2022-2023 Winter Programs and Events Guide TODAY!

Registration opens Monday, December 5!

https://indd.adobe.com/view/a6710ee5-24b4-47ac-8647-0a8c047eefee

3rd – 8th Grade Basketball Leagues

Each age group will be divided into teams with a maximum of 10 players each. Age groups may be combined if numbers are low. Boys and girls will be on separate teams. Starting November 28, practices are held once per week from 6:45 – 8 pm. Games will be played on Saturdays starting January 13, ending March 11.

Freedom Riders Group: In this program, participants will learn about themselves and other through horses. By engaging in mounted and non-mounted activities with the horse and discussing feelings, behaviors, and patterns. This program is ideal for individuals who wish to better assert themselves, build confidence, learn to work cooperatively with peers and expand their social skills. This activity is limited to 6 youth grades 6-8. For registration & more information, visit: www.warrentownship.net/childadolescentservices

A two part parenting group for parents of middle school and high schoolers

Do you long for the days when you were the most special person in your child’s life? When they thought you were the smartest, strongest, and funniest person on the planet?

Join us as we explore why our little cherubs have become strangers to us, and how can we begin to bridge our way back to a healthier relationship. Thursday, January 26th & February 2nd from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. For registration, visit: www.warrentownship.net/adultservices

In this workshop, clinicians will learn tools and strategies for supporting LGBTQ+ clients in therapy. With a focus on youth, we will discuss strategies for navigating identity development, family conflict, and social, legal, and medical transition for trans clients.

Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/therapists-as-allies-clinical-work-with-lgbtq-youth-tickets-484565818407

Website: https://www.d56.org/prairietrail
Location: 13600 West Wadsworth Road, Wadsworth, IL, USA
Phone: 847-623-4333
Facebook: facebook.com/prairietrailschool
Twitter: @PrairieTrailD56