Indian Prairie Family Newsletter
May 11, 2026
Every Child, Every Opportunity, Every time !
School Vision: Our vision here at Indian Prairie is to provide an academically rigorous, structured, literacy-focused learning environment where all students strive to meet high expectations while acting peaceful, attentive, cooperative and kind.
School Mission: The Mission of Indian Prairie Elementary School is to create an environment that nurtures young children to be responsible, productive, life-long learners and to promote high academic achievement, family participation, community involvement and an exemplary staff and encourage the unique abilities of each studentPrincipal's Corner
Dear Indian Prairie Families,
I hope this message finds you well. Thank you to everyone who recognized and celebrated our exceptional staff during Teacher Appreciation Week. Your thoughtful words, generous gifts, and personal gestures were deeply appreciated and made a meaningful difference to our team. We value your continued support and partnership as we work together to provide the highest-quality educational experience for our students. Please know how grateful we are for each member of our school community.
Warm regards,
Ms. Nelson
King-Westwood Meet and Greet for 3rd Grade Students
Indian Prairie and King -West Wood will be partnering together to help our third graders have a smoth transition for the fall. The meet-and-greet will be held on Wednesday, May 13, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Please click on the link below for more information.
1st Grade Field Trip Nature Center
Science Collabortive Learning
2025-2026 Yearbook
Have you gotten your 2025-2026 year book yet? If not, we do have them in the office available (CASH ONLY) for $16! Stop on in and get one!
Field Day
A special shout out to Mrs. Melvin, our PE teacher. She has graciously taken on the task of hosting Indian Prairie's Field Day. Field Day will take plae on June 1st from 1:45-3:00. To help this a moemorable and joyful event, we need your support. If you are interested in volunteering to help make this event a success for our students, please click on the link below to voluteer.
Thank you for your support.
1st Grade Sound Source Final Project
Summer School
Summer school is now open to all families. If you are interested in having your child attend summer schoo, please stop in the office for an application.
Thank you
Farewell Picnic
Celebrate our amazing third graders as they move on to their next adventure!
Join us for a special farewell picnic honoring the third grade students at Indian Prairie Elementary School.
Location: Back of Indian Prairie Elementary School
Time: 11:00 AM
Volunteers welcome at 10:25 AM to help set up
About the Event:
This picnic is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments and memories of our third grade class as they prepare to leave Indian Prairie. We look forward to sharing this special day together!
Please Note:
To ensure we have adequate space and resources for everyone, we ask that you limit attendance to the third grader(s) in your family. Thank you for your understanding!
How You Can Help
We'd love your support! Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!"
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094AACA62EAAFBCF8-49405828-third
Dates to Remember
May 15th-PEEP no school
May 20th- Kindergarten and PEEP field trip (Bronson Park)
May 22nd- Last day of school for PEEP
May 22nd- PEEP Celebration 2:30 in the gym
May 25th- Memorial Day No school
May 27th- Kindergarten Field Trip to John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids 9:15-3:00
June 3rd-3rd grade field trip to Allegan Event
June 4th- Half day of School Dismissal at 12:00
June 5th- Half Day of School Dismissal at 12:00
June 5th- Last Day of SChool
