Eagles Exclamation
October 7, 2022
Arrival and Dismissal Reminder
Dear Prairie View Middle School Parents and Guardians,
If possible, please refrain from having your students arrive before 8:35am. This will help free up space outside our doors so that students and staff can enter school safely. At 8:35am, students will be allowed to enter the hallways and sit at their lockers until 8:40am at which time they will be able to enter their 1st period class.
*If students need to be dropped off prior to 8:35am, please have them arrive at school by 8:00am for Student Support which takes place in Prairie View's Media Center.
During dismissal, please remind your students who walk home to use the crosswalks located at 88th Ave and 84th Ave. This will ensure they get to school and home safely :)
Sincerely,
Maura R. Baskovich
Principal
Columbus Day - NO SCHOOL
Monday, 10/10/22
Food Delivery
If using a food delivery service (Uber Eats, DoorDash, etc) for student lunches is absolutely necessary, there's just a few items to note:
- Students cannot order food themselves; food must be ordered by a parent/guardian.
- Students will not be called down to the office to confirm the order.
- Fountain drinks are not allowed in the lunch room; bottled drinks with caps only.
Congratulations!
Congratulations to the PV Boys and Girls Softball teams for placing 1st and 2nd respectively in the SWIC Tournament! Also, a huge shoutout to Mr. Zielezinski and Mr. Mahy for two incredible seasons!
National Walk & Roll to School Day
Wednesday, October 12
Gather your family, put on your walking shoes or biking gear, and celebrate National Walk & Roll to School Day with us on Wednesday, October 12, 2022!
Prairie View families are encouraged to walk or bike to school together using our Safe Routes to School guides:
The school with the most student participation will earn special recognition and school-wide popcorn day!
Our hope is that more students will choose to walk or bike to school on a regular basis.
For information regarding pedestrian and bike safety, please check out these tips from the Tinley Park Police Department’s Traffic Safety Unit.
Baking Club Coming to Prairie View!
Students interested in joining Baking Club should join the Google Classroom (Code wjmszue) to sign up for individual sessions. Attendance will be limited to 15 students per session. Click the picture to learn more information and fill out the permission slip. Please contact Mrs. Hoekstra or Mrs. Sempek with any questions.
Celebrate Unity Day by Wearing Orange
Wednesday, October 19
When we stand together, no one stands alone!
Students and staff are encouraged to wear orange on Unity Day, Wednesday, October 19, to show they care about safe and supportive schools and communities. This is the day when everyone can come together and send one large ORANGE message of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.
Boys Volleyball Tryouts
1st Tryouts: Wednesday, October 12 - Main Gym
7th grade Boys Volleyball tryouts: after school - 4:30pm
6th grade Boys Volleyball tryouts: 4:30 - 5:30pm
8th grade Boys Volleyball tryouts: 5:30 - 6:30pm
2nd Tryouts: Thursday, October 13 - Back Gym
6/7th grade Boys Volleyball tryouts: after school - 4:30
8th grade Boys Volleyball tryouts: 4:30 - 5:30
KSD 140 Celebrates Red Ribbon Week
October 24-28
During Red Ribbon Week, schools across the nation join together to promote a drug-free lifestyle and encourage students to make positive, healthy choices. It is an ideal way for communities to unite and take a visible stand against substance abuse.
Monday, October 24: “From Head to Toe, I am Drug-Free!”
Wear your crazy hat, sunglasses, and socks, or wear blue.
Tuesday, October 25: “I Have the Power to be Drug-Free!”
Dress like a superhero or wear red.
Wednesday, October 26: “Life is a Journey!”
Dress as a tacky tourist or wear yellow.
Thursday, October 27: “Combat Drugs!”
Dress in camo or wear green.
Friday, October 28: “Alcohol is Not Classy!”
Wear your grade level color: 6th Grade - White / 7th Grade - Gold / 8th Grade - Black
Intramurals
Boys Basketball begins Tuesday, October 18
Girls Volleyball begins Thursday, October 20
- Times are from 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. in the main gym.
- Students are encouraged to wear athletic apparel and must wear gym shoes.
- ONE permission form is good for ALL intramurals for the school year
Mark Your Calendar
2022 Dates:
Monday, October 10th - Columbus Day - No School
Tuesday, October 11th - Hot Lunch: Pizza Day!
Wednesday, October 12th - National Walk & Roll to School Day
Wednesday, October 12th - PTO Meeting
Friday, October 14th - Ice Cream Day
Monday, October 17th - Picture Retake Day
Tuesday, October 18th - Hot Lunch: Panda Express!
Wednesday, October 19th - Unity Day
October 24th thru 28th - Red Ribbon Week
Monday, October 31st - HALF Day
Keep Connected Eagles
Keep connected with fellow Eagles by checking out any of these web pages.
Social Emotional Wellness
Times may be uncertain, but rest assured, we are here for you and your family. As we forge ahead together, please know we have resources to help. Do not hesitate to reach out to your Social/Emotional leaders at Prairie View:
School Social Worker
Ray Hammad
708.342.9267
School Counselor
Annie Doody
708.342.9268
Crisis & Support Hotlines:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
24/7 free & confidential support & crisis resources
Crisis Textline: text HOME to 741741
24/7 text message support for those in crisis.
Between Friends: 1-800-603-HELP (1-800-603-4357)
24/7 domestic violence crisis line
Call 4 Calm: Text “TALK” or “HABLAR” to 552-020
Free Emotional Support Text Line
Chicago Rape Crisis Hotline: 1-888-293-2080
24/7 Chicago rape hotline for survivors of sexual violence & their significant others
Illinois Warm Line: 1-866-359-7953
Peer & Family mental health support by phone, weekdays M-F 9 AM-5 PM
NAMI Chicago: local resources & referral helpline: 312-563-0445
Compassionate support & personalized referrals M-F 9 AM-5 PM, Sat 9-1
If you or someone you love is experiencing an immediate, life-threatening mental health crisis, call 911, clearly state that the individual is experiencing a mental health emergency, and ask that a Critical Incident Team officer responds to the situation. A Critical Incident Team officer is trained in handling psychiatric emergencies.
Prairie View Middle School
Assistant Principal: Mr. John Conley
Website: ksd140.org/prairieview
Location: 8500 175th Street, Tinley Park, IL, USA
Phone: 708-532-8540
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PrairieViewEagles
Twitter: @PV_Eagles