September 28th, 2026
Prairie Trail Elementary School Newsletter
How Parents Can Help Their Child’s Teacher
At the beginning of the school year, we all tend to start strong. Backpacks are organized, forms are returned, newsletters are read, and routines are running smoothly. Then life gets busier. Practices start, work gets hectic, evenings fill up, and sometimes those routines begin to slip.
That is completely normal, but this is a great time of year for a quick reset.
There are several simple things families can do that make a big difference for teachers and for students:
- Read school and classroom communication. Teachers work hard to keep families informed about learning, upcoming events, reminders, and changes. Staying up to date helps prevent missed deadlines and last-minute surprises.
- Return forms and paperwork promptly. Permission slips, conference forms, and other documents are often tied to important timelines.
- Label belongings. Jackets, water bottles, lunchboxes, backpacks, and other items are much more likely to make it home when they have a name on them.
- Keep dismissal changes to a minimum. Consistent dismissal plans help children feel secure and help us keep dismissal safe and organized. When a change is necessary, communicate it as early as possible.
- Arrive on time (7:40 am). Being at school on time helps children start the day calmly and keeps them from missing important instruction and classroom routines.
- Communicate concerns early. If something is bothering your child or you have a question, reach out before a small concern becomes a big one. Respectful, early communication gives families and teachers the best chance to work together on a solution.
Another meaningful way to support your child’s teacher is simply to be involved when you can. That might mean volunteering at school, helping with an event, sending in needed supplies, attending a program, joining PTA, or helping from home.
Children notice when the adults in their lives make time for school. When they see parents volunteering, attending events, reading communication, and supporting their teachers, it sends a powerful message: school is important, your education matters, and we are all part of this community.
Volunteering and helping also gives children a wonderful model of what it means to give back. They see that being part of a community means contributing, helping others, and showing up when you are able.
No family can do everything, and we do not expect anyone to. Even small things make a difference. A returned form, an on-time arrival, a labeled jacket, a kind email, or an hour spent helping at school all add up.
When families and teachers work together, students feel that partnership — and they are the ones who benefit most.
Spirit Night is Coming!
Join us at Motor City Pizza on Tuesday, October 20th from 3–9 PM for our next Prairie Trail PTA Spirit Night!
❤️ 20% of your purchase will be donated to Prairie Trail PTA when you mention the fundraiser while ordering.
📍 1425 FM 407, Suite 600, Lewisville, TX
Bring the family, grab some pizza, and support our Prairie Trail Texans! 🤠🍕
Vision & Hearing Screening
A team of nurses and health assistants will be coming to campus on Thursday, October 22nd to help test hearing and vision for all students in Grades 1, 3, and 5. They will also be testing hearing for kindergarten students that day. They will be testing kindergarten vision the following day on Friday, October 23rd. If your student wears glasses, please be sure they have them here at school on the day they are being screened. Please contact our nurse, Diana Carson with any concerns or to opt out. She can be reached by email at carsond@lisd.net or by calling the school at 469.713.5980 and following the prompts.
Trunk or Treat is Coming!
Trunk or Treat is Thursday, October 29th at Prairie Trail! This fun family event is a fall favorite for our school and community. You can help make it a success by sending in bags of candy to feed our candy monster. Interested in hosting a trunk? We would love to have you! You can sign up to host a trunk by using this link. Spots are limited so be sure to reserve your space now!
Yearbooks on Sale
Yearbooks are on sale now for $35. The price will increase after November 20th so be sure to go to Josten's website and search for Prairie Trail Elementary, Flower Mound, Tx.
Quantities are limited so be sure to order and reserve your copy today!
Questions? Contact Yearbook Advisor Bridget McKeon at mckeonb@lisd.net.
Lunch Visitors
- If someone other than parent/guardian listed in Skyward is coming to have lunch with your student. You can use this convenient google form to let us know to expect a non-guardian for lunch. As family situations can frequently change, we do need this filled out each time someone comes for lunch.
- Students enjoy an occasional lunch visitor, but it is also important for them to have routine opportunities to have lunch with their friends. We ask that lunch visits are limited to once per week.
Teacher Wish Lists
Thank you for supporting your child's teachers. Here are the updated links for Amazon wish lists.
Email: prairietrail@lisd.net
Website: lisd.net/prairietrail
Location: 5555 Timber Creek Road, Flower Mound, TX, USA
Phone: (469)713-5980
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prairietrailes
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prairietrailes/