Pleasant Prairie Elementary
Weekly Update 9/07/20
A Note from the Principal
We are so happy to be welcoming you back a week from today! We appreciate your patience with us getting things in order for a safe return. You will hear from you child's teacher by the end of the day on Tuesday, September 8th to invite you to a virtual meeting on the 10th. There will be flexible scheduling on the day and evening of the 10th. The teacher will invite you to their SeeSaw (K-2) or Google (3-5) classroom sites where you will view a Google Slides presentation from your child's teacher and sign up for a virtual meeting.
As we think about returning, please know that we have mandatory safety measures in place. View this video from the district for an outline of new protocols in place. A few specifics to elementary school are the following:
- Our students will remain with their classroom cohort at all times.
- Music, Art and Library will visit the classroom for lessons. P.E. will conduct lessons outside whenever possible or in the gym with different supplies for each class along with hand sanitizing upon entry/exit, which will be at opposite areas.
- Breakfast and lunches will be served in the classrooms.
- Recess will involve each class assigned to rotating "zones" per day each week.
- The playground equipment will not be used at this time. Masks are required to and from recess, however not outside. Social distancing and "no touch" games will be in place.
See you soon, enjoy your last week of summer vacation!
Sincerely,
Amy Riedlinger
Mark Your Calendars!
September 10
Virtual Open House for all students. You will receive a message from the teacher prior to the 10th inviting your family to a virtual meeting. Sign up links will be sent to you by the end of the day September 8th.
September 14
First Day of School for Everyone!
Information on busing and schedules will be coming soon. This week all of that will be decided now that our district and school data is in. For planning purposes our in person school day starts at 8:50 and ends at 3:50. Student drop off is no earlier than 8:40 (specific directions are being finalized).
All elementary virtual learners will begin at 8:30 AM, have a 75 minute lunch/movement break from 11:40-12:55 and end for small group work or independent activities at 2:15 PM. The teachers are finalizing all scheduled for both on Tuesday the 8th and will include them in their google slides presentations on their websites.
September 16
In person student picture day! All orders will be conducted online - information coming!
Virtual students will be on the make up date, more information coming soon.
KUSD Updates
Student Supplies List Please also send a labeled refillable water bottle (water fountains are shut off) and beach towel to sit on outside. We have water stations for refills throughout the day. Please check the Google Slides presentation from your child's teacher on the 8th for the most accurate list. Students will bringing in supplies gradually the first week of school.
Return 2020 Safety Measures Video
Register your child today at this link!
Sign up for text alerts!
Technology
Chrome Book user handbook
ClassLink Directions
Counseling Help for our Students
“We know a lot is happening in our community right now, and want our students to know we are here for them. Please know that we have counselors available to talk with students who may be struggling with recent events in our community. Parents/guardians wanting support for their children should call 262-359-7392 and leave a message with your name, your child’s name and the school they will attend this fall so we may route your call the appropriate counselor.
We also would like to share these tips from the National Association of School Psychologists regarding talking to children about violence. "Click here for that information.
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Our PTA is a major source of funding for PPE students. Please consider participating in this organization to be a part of decision making regarding fundraisers and spending funds raised by our families! The PTA is assembling a PPE Family Directory for those who would like to be included, link coming soon to sign up!
Visit the PTA Facebook page for more information!
Pleasant Prairie Elementary
Monday - Thursday
8:50 AM-3:51 PM Drop off no earlier than 8:40.
4K AM 8:50 AM-12:00 PM 4K PM 12:35-3:50 PM
Friday
8:50 AM - 12:46 PM Every Friday and half days. 4K No School on Friday
Note: On regularly scheduled Fridays KUSD Food Service does have lunch available.
On half days lunch is not available, please send a snack or cold lunch with your child.
Email: ariedlin@kusd.edu
Website: https://www.kusd.edu/pleasantprairie/
Location: 9208 Wilmot Road, Pleasant Prairie, WI, USA
Phone: 262-359-2104
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PleasantPrairieElementary/