The Pritchett Post -- 9/18/26

"Education is the ability to listen to almost anything without losing your temper or your self-confidence." – Robert Frost

This week our school celebrated “Peace Week”. This Pritchett tradition was started in 2012 on the 11th anniversary of 9/11, now known as Patriot Day. The goal was to bridge September 11 with an emphasis on patriotism and heroism, with the message of creating peace at school, home and in our world. We want our students to think about the freedom we have as Americans and how we can use our freedom to be the change we wish to see in the world. We encourage social action as well as simple acts of kindness. Please spend some time talking to your child about what peace means and how you can share peace in your lives.

Today, September 18, children created pinwheel and throughout the day close to 400 students will place them in the school's front lawn as part of the international effort, "Pinwheels for Peace". It is inspiring to be a part of such a wonderful event!

For your children,

Dr. Moreland, Principal

At Pritchett, we love celebrating our Panthers when they show our core values: Be Safe, Be Respectful, and Be Responsible. We have two special ways we recognize our students for doing the right thing every day:

• The Panther Cup: During specials (Art, Music, Library, PE, and Technology), classes can earn up to three "Big Panther Paws" per class period for great behavior. Every Friday, we count up the paws. Two classrooms win the traveling Panther Cup for the week—one from K–1 and one from 2–3! Congratulations to our first winners pictured below!

• Panther of the Week: Each week, classroom teachers choose one student who truly shines in living out our core values. These students are recognized during Friday morning announcements, receive a certificate in the main office, and join our weekly group photo (pictured below!).

Thank you for partnering with us at home to reinforce these positive habits. We are so proud of our students and proud to be Panthers! Please see the expected positive behaviors matrix below and review with your child.

Please look for a Special Edition of The Pritchett Post on Friday, September 25, 2026.

We will be sharing our fall conference letter with sign-up links.

Fall Conferences

Thursday, October 15th (afternoon & evening)

Friday, October 16th (morning & afternoon)

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Family Book Club!

Date: Wednesday, October 7
Time: 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Book: Luigi: The Spider Who Wanted to Be a Kitten by Michelle Knudsen

After enjoying the story together, families will have the chance to create a fun craft inspired by the book. In addition, families are welcome to visit the PTO Book Fair before or after the Book Club event. Please sign up by Friday, October 2 to reserve your spot. We can’t wait to share this special evening of reading and creativity with you!

To sign-up, please click here to complete the registration form! If you have any questions, please reach out to dboznos@d102.org.

Happy Reading!

Ms. Boznos and Ms. Blair

In addition to our implementation of the Second Step program, and reinforcing positive expected behaviors with our PBIS matrix, we will also be utilizing The Zones of Regulation with our students. Created by author Leah M. Kuypers, The Zones of Regulation helps children acquire skills to help them regulate their actions. This in turn leads to increased self-control and problem solving. In essence, there are (4) colors associated with various feels. Our goal in using The Zones of Regulation is to create a common language for all students and staff to utilize. Below are the colors and associated feelings. Families may want to incorporate this at home as well.

Ms. Boznos invites all students to participate in this September's Reading Challenge! Click on the flyer below to see what Ms. Boznos has prepared! Please note that books read by parents count. Happy reading!!

For example, if your child takes the bus every day and you are picking them up for a doctor's appointment at 2:30, please send a note that morning. In an 'emergency' situation you may send an email to Ms. Barraza via email at ibarraza@d102.org. Unfortunately, we will not be able to honor any emails/calls after 3 pm.

Tuesdays: 9/22, 9/29,10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27

Thursdays: 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 (no class 10/15) 10/22, 10/29

If you have specific questions, please reach out to our ASP Sponsor:

Julie Coon (jcoon@d102.org)

First Student has implemented a new bus monitoring system called FIRSTacts. This system quickly and efficiently captures inappropriate behavior and instantly shares it with Dr. Moreland and Mrs. Robinson. Students who are reported will receive communication through email regarding their child's misconduct. Various disciplinary measures will be issued including suspension from riding the school bus.

To ensure the safest transportation possible for all of our students, please take a moment to review the following bus etiquette with your child:

• Remain seated, facing forward
• K-3 students must sit in their assigned seat
• No eating or drinking on the bus
• Use inside voices

If you have specific questions about FIRSTActs please reach out to our Director of Transportation, Ms. Denise Koto (dkoto@d102.org) or First Student.

Hello Friends! My name is Mrs. Priscilla Lowe, and I am the nurse at Pritchett School.

Kindergarten and transfer students who are missing required health paperwork received emails from Dr. Scaletta this past week. Your child will not be able to attend school after October 15, 2026 if the requirements are not met. Please contact me if you are having trouble scheduling in time. Please follow this link if you have questions about immunizations, physical, dental, and vision forms. Links to forms are on the bottom of the page.

Students are already getting sick! Please see the drop down for "Should My Child Stay Home From School?" on the Health Services website if you are not sure if they should stay home. If your student will be absent, please leave a voicemail at our attendance line at (847)353-5703.

Finally, please see the excusal chart for physical education class below. If you have any questions please see the district website on restrictions.

Priscilla Lowe, RN, BSN, PEL-Certified School Nurse

plowe@d102.org

Phone: (847) 353-5708
Fax: (847) 215-3259

September 21: No School

September 25: Fire Drill Practice with BGFD (AM)

September 28 - October 2: PTO Sponsored "Coin Wars"

September 30: Early Dismissal @ 2:00 PM

October 6 - October 8: PTO Sponsored Book Fair @ Pritchett

October 7: Pritchett Family Reading Night (4:30 to 5:30)

October 7: PTO Sponsored Math Night (6:00 to 7:00)

October 12: Safety Practice (Lockdown) @ 9:30

October 15: Half Day of School / Parent-Teacher Conferences

October 16: No School / Parent-Teacher Conferences

October 21: Earthquake Drill @ 10:00

October 26: Tornado Drill @ 9:45

October 28: Early Dismissal @ 2:00 PM

October 29: Pritchett Celebrates Halloween!

Office Phone Number: 847.353-5700

Fax Number: 847.215.3259

Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm

Student Hours: 9:00am - 3:30pm

Health Office

Mrs. Priscilla Lowe, Nurse

Attendance Line: 847.353.5703

Email: mmoreland@d102.org
Website: https://www.d102.org/pritchett/
Phone: (847) 353-5700

Email: arobinson@d102.org
Website: https://www.d102.org/pritchett/
Phone: (847) 353-5700