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We are happy to announce our most recent addition to the Prairie Grove Family.

Haley Mclaughlin will be joining us this 2025-2026 school year as a Social Work Intern. Haley is in her second year of her Master's of Social Work program at Southern Illinois University. She will be working alongside both the elementary social worker, Michele Cotsirilos as well as the Junior High counselor, Kayla Dinkelmann.

Haley grew up in Schaumburg, although she currently lives in the area. She enjoys reading, hiking, and travelling on her time off. She is looking forward to getting to know all of the amazing students at Prairie Grove. Please reach out to either Michele Cotsirilos mcotsirilos@dist46.org or Kayla Dinkelmann- kdinkelmann@dist46.org with any questions.

Prairie Grove Picture Day: September 3rd

Please use the link below to pre-order your portraits:

http://edclarkschoolphoto.hhimagehost.com/PrairieGroveEleandJHFall2025

Picture Ordering will close at 8am on picture day.

If you are having issues with the link copy and paste this into your browser:

https://AccessMyEvent.com/KP2ZT4

We look forward to seeing you!

Per Illinois State Law, school's run a variety of safety drills each year. Please talk to your children prior to these dates to prepare them that these drills will be happening. If you would like to opt out, please email your child's building principal.

Bus Evacuation Drills - August 29th

Fire Drill - September 10th

Shelter-in-Place - September 10th

Lockdown Drill - September 10th

2025-2026 form only needs to be filled out one (1) time a year and it is to be completed before Athletics or clubs begin: COMPLETE THIS FORM

*Congratulations to our XC Team finishing first (both boys and girls teams) at first meet in Genoa!*

Upcoming Events:

9/2:

• XC @ Harrison (4:30)

9/4:

• 7th (4:15) and 8th (5:15) grade volleyball home vs. Fox River Grove
• XC @ Genoa (4:30)

Looking forward to getting involved at PGJH? Check out all of the opportunities we have for students!

• Art Club
• Athletics
• Baking Club
• Band
• Choir
• Drama Club
• Hope Squad
• Newspaper Club
• Scholastic Bowl
• Spring Play
• Student Council
• Teen Leadership

Please make sure to call the correct number as the previous number is disconnected and will just continue to ring if called!

If you need to change your child’s after school transportation plan, please notify the office before 2:00 p.m. This includes transportation via parent pick-up, daycare bus or our school bus. The office will notify the teacher and the student. No changes can be made after 2:00 p.m. unless there is an emergency. Calling as soon as you are aware of the change would be greatly appreciated.

If you need to change your child’s after care plans at the YMCA, you must communicate with the YMCA and the school office. PG EL Office Phone Number: 815-459-3023. Thank you for your cooperation!

Elementary Parents: Please arrive after 2:50 PM, as this allows junior high parents and students to get out of the parking lot safely and efficiently.

Junior High Parents: In case of emergency or late pick-up after 2:50 PM, please notify the office as soon as possible and we will arrange for pick-up at door 27.

What famous ballet features the dance of the sugar plum fairies?

For this week, if you are a junior high student, email your answer to Mrs. Master (jmaster@dist46.org). If you are an elementary student, email your answer to Mrs. McKenzie (jmckenzie@dist46.org).

Turn in the following activity to Mrs. Master or Mrs. McKenzie to have your work displayed at Prairie Grove!

As you may be aware, there are certain Illinois Health requirements for certain age levels. Please see the information below and make careful note if it pertains to your child.

Proof of a complete physical examination in preschool, kindergarten and 6th grade must be submitted to the health office by October 15, 2025 or, per Illinois State School Code, your student will be excluded from school.

Preschool

Complete Preschool Physical Examination. No additional immunization requirement if up-to-date.

Kindergarten

Complete Physical Examination and all required immunizations including:

• Two doses of MMR Vaccine

• Four doses of Polio Vaccine

• Four doses of DPT/DPTaP Vaccine

• Two doses of Varicella Vaccine (chicken pox)

Complete Kindergarten Dental Examination- Must be turned in prior to May 15, 2026.

Complete Kindergarten Vision Examination- Must be turned in prior to October 15, 2025.

2nd Grade

No additional physical/immunization requirements if up-to-date.

Complete 2nd grade Dental Examination - Must be turned in prior to May 15, 2026.

6th Grade

Complete Physical Examination and all required immunizations

• Tdap
• Meningococcal vaccinations

Want to know more about what PTO is up to? Interested in helping them achieve their mission of supporting ALL students? Visit their website for up to date information on events and initiatives!