Life on the Prairie

January 14th . . . PTO meeting at Prairie . . . 9:15 AM

January 14th & 16th . . . MAP testing

January 20th . . . Martin Luther King Jr. Day . . . NO SCHOOL

January 24th . . . 6th Grade Social at Station . . . 6 to 8 PM

In an effort to streamline our communications with you, we will now only be sending the newsletter to your preferred email address. We will be utilizing text messages only for important updates from the school or district. Additionally, when you click the link in the weekly email, you will be directed to our LOTP webpage, where you can see not only this week's, but all of this year's newsletters. (Just in case you missed something!)

Thank you to those who donated toys for patients at Alexian Brothers. Because of your generosity, the BHS Robotics Team was able to make the season a little bit brighter for those kids and their families. THANK YOU!

We’re thrilled to welcome author Rebecca Siegel to our school library! Ms. Siegel's book, Loch Ness Uncovered: Media, Misinformation, and the Greatest Monster Hoax of All Time was recently nominated for the NYPL's Best Books of 2024 list!

On January 10th, 6th graders will participate in an inspiring writing workshop during their ELA blocks. Then, on February 28th, Rebecca will return to speak with 7th and 8th graders during Colt Times about her writing journey and the critical topic of misinformation and how it fueled the hoax of the Loch Ness monster.

This is a fantastic opportunity for our students to learn from a professional author and grow their writing and critical thinking skills! Ms. Siegel’s books are available for sale through the Revtrak site.

We would like to kindly remind all families of our school’s dismissal procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.

For the safety of everyone, students must be picked up through the designated car pickup line and in the loading zones. Students are not permitted to walk into the parking lot to be picked up, nor are they allowed to be picked up in the new parking lot near the ELC lot. These areas are not safe for student pickup, and your cooperation is essential in maintaining a secure environment for all.

We also ask for your patience and kindness during dismissal. As the parking lot can become congested with parents picking up their children and others leaving the lot, we kindly ask that you remain respectful and considerate of others. A little extra patience and courtesy goes a long way in making the process smoother for everyone.

By following the designated routes we can ensure a safe and pleasant experience for all.

Thank you for your understanding and support. We appreciate your continued commitment to keeping our school community safe.

Join us on Tuesday, January 14th for the Prairie PTO meeting at 9:15. Skip the line and register ahead here. We’ll have everyone’s favorite principal, Mr. Lobbins, kicking things off with an update about the latest and greatest happening here at Prairie. See you there!

Buy your tickets here and join your Prairie friends at the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates to see the Windy City Bulls - the official NBA G League affiliate of the Chicago Bulls - for Chicago Bulls Night on January 11th at 5 PM.

Parking is free for every game this season and doors open one hour before tip-off.

• Watch the Windy City Bulls with Barrington Middle School Prairie PTO family and friends!
• $5 of every ticket purchased goes back to the PTO!
• There will be t-shirt launches, mascot interactions, bobbleheads to the first 1000 fans, and a fun zone!

The 6th grade social is Friday, January 24th from 6 to 8 PM at Station. This event is for 6th grade Station and Prairie students only.

Please register your student and pay the $10 fee here no later than Wednesday, January 22nd. Early registration is appreciated!

If you are able to volunteer, please sign up for a time slot via our Sign Up Genius.

If you would like to donate treats for the kids, please consider using the Amazon list. These items will ship directly to the school.

BStrong Together is excited to announce our first-ever Parent Party!

We're shaking off the January cold and throwing an old-fashioned summer block party complete with food, fun, games, music, raffles, photo booth, friendship & more!

Join us on Saturday, January 25th from 7:00-9:30 at the Wild Onion Brewery in Lake Barrington for an evening of great food and great fun for a great cause.

GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY at https://bit.ly/4ffW8EK

Prairie 7th graders are invited for a night out at Main Event in Hoffman Estates! Join us on Thursday, February 13th from 5 to 7 PM. Registration & payment are required by February 6th here. (Neither are available at the event.) A two hour all-play pass, pizza and drink are included.

Click here for information regarding registration for our late winter sports.