Panther Tracks

Parent Teacher Conferences will be November 24 from 11 AM to 7 PM and November 25 from 8 AM to 12 PM. Parents will be able sign up through skyward starting Nov 10th at 6 AM. Sign up will close on Nov 19th at 11:59 pm.

Follow these directions to sign-up for a parent-teacher conference.

Step 1: If you have more than one child at Prairie Grove in ECE to 8th grade, select view all in family access to schedule conferences.

Step 2: Select the Conference tile to schedule your child’s conference.

Step 3: ECE - 4th: Select homeroom teacher (or listed accelerated instructor) 5th - 8th Grade: Select a class listed to schedule a conference.

Step 4:Select a Time Slot, click on the plus sign to choose your time. Once you have selected your time, under the My Conference Schedule, there is an option to add a message, this is not required.

Step 5:If you have more than one child, repeat steps 2 through 4 for each child. Once finished, move on to the bullet point below.

Click done scheduling when you are finished. This will show the conference you have scheduled.

Parents must sign-up for a time to meet with their child’s teacher(s) via Skyward.

If you’d like to conference with a teacher who is not available for a sign-up via Skyward, please email them directly to arrange a time.

There is no student attendance on 11/24 & 11/25.

Elementary Standings as of November 7

1st Place - Lehman

2nd Place - Alberts

3rd Place - Tie Cube and Pistorious

JH Standings as of November 7

1st Place - Karlow

2nd Place - Channon

3rd Place - Miller

Wednesday, November 12 (7:00 PM): Fall Band Concert (Concert, Advanced, Jazz 1 & 2)

Thursday, November 13 (7:00 PM): Fall Band Concert (Beginning & Cadet Bands)

Mackenzie Miller at ILMEA

Mackenzie and Korin

Korin Gradecki at ILMEA

Upcoming Athletic Events

All students joining clubs, activities, or athletics are required to complete the Extracurricular Code of Conduct. 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

Monday, November 10th

8th Home VS Genoa 5:00 Start! (A & B)

7th Grade @ Genoa (A & B)

6th Grade Home VS Johnsburg (A&B)

Tuesday, November 11th

6th Grade @ Marengo (A&B)

7th (4:15) & 8th (5:15) Grade Home VS Barrington Station Campus (A only)

Thursday, November 13th

7th (4:15) & 8th (5:15) Grade @ Harrison (A only)

6th Grade Home VS Harrison (A & B)

Thank you to all parents for using the new parent pick up procedures with the double lane.

In addition, we will be sending home yellow signs with the oldest elementary child in each family. Please display these in your passenger side windows during pick-up starting next Tuesday. This will allow our staff to have students ready as cars pull forward.

Suzanne Carroll - Math Interventionist

Tell us about your family.

I’ve been married to my husband, Kevin, for 10 years, and we have two wonderful kids—Declan (10) and Maggie (8). Our home is lively with our dog, Sammy (2), two cats, Izzy and Missy, and Declan’s hamster, Hammy. Kevin and I met while living in Chicago, and after having two kids under two, we decided to settle in Volo. Kevin was born and raised in Ireland, so we love traveling there to visit his family. I grew up in Libertyville and have two older brothers, while Kevin is the fourth of five children.

What is something that makes you really proud?

I’m incredibly proud of my kids and the loving home we’ve built together. I’m also proud of my passion for learning and teaching, as well as the professional accomplishments that have come from pursuing that passion.

What is your favorite hobby?

What’s a hobby? LOL. When I do find the time, I love listening to audiobooks while doing something creative like working on a puzzle or painting.

What is your favorite food?

I can never say no to really good sushi.

What is something you have learned lately?

Most of my recent learning has come from my master’s program in principal preparation. It’s been eye-opening to see just how much behind-the-scenes work, planning, and care go into ensuring that all students are safe, successful, and enjoy their school experience.

If you were an animal, what would you be and why?

I’d be an otter. They’re playful, social, and love the water, just like me!

What is your favorite thing about Prairie Grove?

Without a doubt, it’s the people—the students and staff. The kids at Prairie Grove work so hard, and the teachers are incredibly kind and compassionate. It’s such a special community to be part of.

Carly Splitt-5th Grade Teacher

1. Tell us about your family.

My family is amazing. It consists of my mom and my dad and my three brothers. Two of them are triplets with me and my other brother is just a year younger than I am. We are all very close and I am so very proud of my family.

2. What is something that makes you really proud?

Besides being proud of my family, I am very proud of both my students and the soccer team I coached this year. They all work hard, show responsibility, and always try their best. I see their growth every day, both in the classroom and on the field. I am so lucky to be their teacher and to have been their coach.

3. What is your favorite hobby?

My two favorite hobbies are reading or spending time with my family. I love getting into a new book and learning the stories of the characters. I also love spending time with my family and cheering on my brothers as they play or coach football.

4. What is your favorite food?

My favorite food is sushi.

5. What is something you have learned lately?

Recently I have learned with my students how to build a hydroponic garden out of recycled materials and how to make sure that it is sustainable. A few of the flowers in the gardens are even growing.

6. If you were an animal, what would you be and why?

If I were an animal I would be a golden retriever because I am loyal, full of energy, and love being around other people.

7. What is your favorite thing about Prairie Grove?

My favorite thing about Prairie Grove is how welcoming the community has been and my fifth grade team. I have enjoyed getting to know my coworkers, the students, and families.

Who was the first U.S. President to pardon a turkey?

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!

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!

Thank you to the PTO for hosting the Scholastic Book Fair!

Supporting Mental Health: A Parent & Student Event

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Join local experts, parents, and peers to gain practical strategies and access resources that support your family’s mental health and prevent substance use. Sessions will focus on coping skills, youth perspectives, building connections, and navigating support and crisis resources.

Who: Parents & middle/high school students
When: November 5, 2025, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Prairie Ridge High School, 6000 Dvorak Dr, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Parking & Entrance: Park in the lot near the soccer fields, located off Dvorak Drive before the main entrance, and enter through Door 13.

Attend any or all of the sessions listed below:

6:00 - 6:20 PM – Introduction: Local trends & data
6:25 - 6:55 PM – Session 1: Learn coping skills, how relationships affect mental health, and what hidden risks parents should know about
7:05 - 7:35 PM – Session 2: Youth perspectives - what youth wish adults understood, personal story of recovery, connection & belonging is a key prevention
7:45 - 8:30 PM – Session 3: Parent focus - long-term consequences, crisis/intervention resources

Keynote Speaker: Marissa Rybinski, McHenry County Health Department
Meet local experts from: Ascension, NAMI, Rosecrance, Warp Corps, Northern Illinois Recovery Center, and more!

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Rise Above Mental Health Event.pdf

Elementary Panthers of the Month Elementary Panthers of the Month

Parent Teacher Conferences Parent Teacher Conferences

Prairie Grove Food Drive - All Grades Prairie Grove Food Drive - All Grades

Food Drive Standings Food Drive Standings

Elementary Standings as of November 7

JH Standings as of November 7

Upcoming Band Concerts Upcoming Band Concerts

Mackenzie Miller at ILMEA

Mackenzie and Korin

Korin Gradecki at ILMEA

Athletic Information Athletic Information

Upcoming Athletic Events

Elementary Parent Pick-up Elementary Parent Pick-up

As a reminder, Elementary parents cannot arrive before 3 PM. As a reminder, Elementary parents cannot arrive before 3 PM.

You may be asked to go to the end of the line if you are here You may be asked to go to the end of the line if you are here

before JH dismissal ends! before JH dismissal ends!

Staff Member Spotlight Staff Member Spotlight

Suzanne Carroll - Math Interventionist

Carly Splitt-5th Grade Teacher

Trivia of the Week Trivia of the Week

Weekly Activity Weekly Activity

Check out the PTO Website! Check out the PTO Website!

District 155 Supporting Mental Health: A Parent & Student Event District 155 Supporting Mental Health: A Parent & Student Event