Life on the Prairie

May 6th . . . NJHS Honor Night . . . 6 PM at Prairie

May 12th . . . Last PTO meeting . . . 9:15 AM at Prairie

May 12th . . . Orchestra spring concert . . . 7 PM at BHS

May 14th . . . 5th grade parent orientation . . . 6 PM at Prairie

May 15th . . . 8th Grade Social . . . 7 - 9 PM at Prairie

May 25th . . . Memorial Day . . . NO SCHOOL

May 27th . . . Last day for 8th grade and Recognition at BHS . . . 7 PM

May 29th . . . Last day for 6th and 7th grades

Future 7th and 8th graders should hold onto their PE uniforms and keep them in a safe place, as they will use them throughout all three years of middle school. If you need to purchase a new uniform, each item is $10 (red shirt, black shirt, and shorts) or $30 for the full set.

For our incoming 6th graders, we recommend knowing your size before purchasing your uniform and sizing up so it lasts as long as possible as you grow throughout your middle school years!

All items should be labeled with the student’s first and last name (e.g., Jane Doe/John Doe) in black Sharpie on the white nameplate. Please make sure it is written in large, clear, legible text and does not include drawings, so items can be easily returned if misplaced.

Be sure to register your 8th grader for this fun, last day of school activity! Registration opens May 4th and it is mandatory if your student wants to attend.

Everything you need is on our site. We're literally not even joking.

Support Barrington High School Horticulture and FFA students by participating in our spring and Mother's Day plant sale after school on Wednesday, May 6th, 4 - 6 PM. They will be selling a variety of petunias and geraniums in hanging baskets that make great decor and gifts! Find them in front of the school near the Main Street parking lot.

Can you believe it? It's here! Student Council is sponsoring this year's ABC Countdown. Check out the calendar and get in on the fun.

We have the greatest teachers of all time! And what better way to show appreciation for all that they do than with a gift card giveaway hosted by our very own principal, Mr. Lobbins. The PTO needs your help in collecting funds for gift cards that will be purchased by the PTO and raffled off to the teachers on Wednesday, May 6th. Please consider donating using this link. Any amount will help make the teachers feel appreciated and loved.

Volunteers Needed! We need your help! If you would be willing to help our wonderful librarian Laura Winter with checkout, please sign up here.

8th grade parents, please click here to read about our end of the year expectations and privileges for your 8th grader.

All Prairie 8th graders are invited to celebrate in style at our Viva 8th Grade! Event - a fun, high-energy night honoring your middle school memories and milestones. For just $10 per ticket, enjoy pizza and snacks, a live DJ playing your favorite music, and a 360-degree photo booth to capture unforgettable moments with friends.

This year’s Game Night-themed celebration will feature a variety of exciting, school-appropriate games. Upon check-in, each student will receive the same number of tickets to use throughout the night, no extras to buy, giving everyone an equal chance to play and win. Prizes include both physical items and fun “experience” prizes, making the night even more memorable.

With easy-to-play activities, plenty of laughs, and a lively atmosphere, it’s all about connecting with friends and celebrating the journey before heading off to high school.

Don’t miss it - this is a night you’ll remember!

Buy tickets here.

Your support will help make this a memorable celebration for our 8th graders. Whether through donations, setup, check-in, games, or clean up, every role makes a difference. Please consider helping out. We'd really appreciate it!

Sign up here: Parent Volunteers or Donations

Please consider joining us for our final Prairie PTO meeting of the 2025/26 school year. We’ll be taking care of business - voting in our new 2026/27 slate and our budget for the upcoming year. As if that’s not enough excitement, we’ll get end of year updates from our awesome Prairie administrative staff. RSVP here.

Check out our spring offerings!

Click here to check out all of the great things that are happening with the Boys and Girls Club!

Your outgrown spiritwear, that is. To school. No extra trip to the resale shop required!

The PTO has placed boxes inside the main and student activities entrances to collect your too-small or rarely worn spiritwear. They are hoping to pass along items your kids have outgrown to others who can give them a second life.

The plan is for the boxes to be there throughout the year, so send 'em in!

Click here!