Life on the Prairie
March 21, 2025
Important Dates
March 21st - 30th . . . Spring Break . . . NO SCHOOL
April 17th . . . Early Release at 12:07
April 18th . . . Good Friday . . . NO SCHOOL
Don't Forget to Fill Out the 2025 Illinois 5Essentials Supplemental Parent Survey!
Take the Illinois 5Essentials Survey here.
The survey opened February 18th and closes March 28th.
The Illinois Assessment of Readiness Will Happen March 31st - April 17th
Click here to read about this important required state assessment.
Using Technology at Home During Break
Check out this helpful guide to responsible technology use during spring break.
Adult Volunteers Needed for 8th Grade Activity
We are looking for adult volunteers to help out with our 8th grade "Real World" experience on April 15th. Scan the QR code in the flyer to learn more.
PTO Spring Spiritwear and Last Chance for 8th Grade Shirts!
The 2025 PTO spring spiritwear sale will run from March 7th through the 21st, with delivery the week of April 21st. If you missed the 8th grade t-shirt sales, which, of course are not mandatory, here is a second chance to order! Follow this link to order.
Sign up for Garbage/Recycling Bin Cleaning and Support the Prairie PTO!
Service will be scheduled for the day following your regular trash collection. Simply leave your bins out for cleaning.
The cost is $25 for one bin, $50 for two bins, $15 for each additional bin and 20% of all proceeds will be donated to the Prairie PTO.
How does it work? Sign up here by March 31st for a cleaning during the month of April. Following sign up, you will receive a Booking Confirmation with your scheduled cleaning date. Enter “PRAIRIE PTO” in the comments to participate in the fundraiser.
You have the option of paying online or providing a check at the time of service. Check out the San-A-Can website for more information.
Contact amandamanczak@yahoo.com with any questions!