Sprague School

In kindergarten students study English language arts and literacy as well as mathematics as part of the Common Core Standards along with Next Generation Science Standards. Social studies is also integrated into their weekly learning activities. Visit the Curriculuim Guides for more details about what students learn in kindergarten. For pictures of kindergarten activities, please visit the school's Google Doc folder.

Kindergarten registration is now open if the student will turn 5-years-old on or before September 1, 2023. (Please do not register your Sprague early childhood student for kindergarten until the spring.) The district offers half day and full day kindergarten. There is no lottery for full day kindergarten. Full day kindergarten is $3,500 payable in two installments and half day kindergarten is $92 a year. Registration takes place through our online portal, PowerSchool Enrollment. Please review the kindergarten e-notice for details on registration requirements.

What is the most dangerous part of the school bus ride? The bus stop! Children are at greatest risk when they are getting on or off the school bus. Watch this video featuring D103 buses from the Lake County Sheriff's Office about following the rules of the road when driving near a school bus.

Vernon Area Public Library recently visited with our first- and second-grade students. Here is some helpful information:

• Vernon Area Public Library Website: https://www.vapld.info/
• Register for programs: https://calendar.vapld.info/ (The calendar allows you to sort the programs by age group.)
• Exciting Up Coming Programs at the Library (Registration required, no library card needed)

• Dance to China: Lunar New Year Celebration (Grades K-5) Saturday, Jan. 21, at 11 a.m.

• NASA Loteria! Family Game Night (Grades K-5) Thursday, Feb. 2, at 6:30 p.m.

• Take and Make Kit: Winter Boredom Buster (Ask at the library) Friday, Feb. 10, starting at 9:00 a.m.

• Cook Along with Chef Kristyn: Sweets for your Sweet (Online) Friday, Feb. 10, at 7:00 p.m.

• Family Concert: Nanny Nikki (Ages 0-4 and Grades K-5) Saturday, Feb. 11, at 11:00 a.m.

Sprague is offering two Before School Activities for second-graders led by Library-Media Specialist Lauren Lenzini - Coding Kickstart and Sunshine Squad. The fee is $25.00 per activity. A description of each class can be found on the registration website, which will open on the RevTrak Web Store at 6:00 p.m Thursday, Jan. 19.

Should you wish to enroll your child in the Early Childhood tuition-based Community Peer program, please complete the Letter of Intent Google Form through Friday, March 17. Families with children who will be turning three- and four-years-old on or before September 1, 2023, and who currently reside in the boundaries of District 103 are eligible to participate in the lottery system for open spots for the Early Childhood tuition-based Community Peer program. The tuition rate for the 2023-2024 school year is $4,000.00. Please visit the Early Childhood website for more about the D103 program.

Saturday, Feb. 11, is the date.

From 4 to 6 p.m. don’t be late!

Dinner, dancing, crafts, and more.

We hope to see Sprague students on the dance floor.

Parents, come with your student to have some fun.

Don't worry - registration hasn't yet begun :)

Flyers will be coming home pretty soon.

Dress to the nines so your Valentine will swoon!

Join us on Saturday, March 11, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the school gym as our Sprague students showcase their talents through music, dance, magic and more! In addition to performing, second graders are also welcome to sign up to sign up to Emcee this fun event. Students should register their act and performers no later than Feb. 17. Learn more at d103pto.org.

Daniel Wright Leaders in Learning Club invites first responders and veterans to The Heroes Dinner at 6:00 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, at DW. Please let us know you can attend. Questions? Email Erinn Vincent at evincent@d103.org.

Join the Learning Fund Foundation for an afternoon of fun hockey at a Chicago Wolves game on Sunday, January 29 at 3 p.m.

The Wolves are an exciting and competitive minor league hockey team playing at Allstate Arena in Rosemont. LFF will hold a raffle for all paid attendees and one lucky family will win a Legacy Brick! A portion of each ticket will benefit D103 LFF.

Don't delay, buy your Wolves game tickets before they are sold out.

Support D103 PTO and local businesses when you dine-in or carry-out from Culver's of Lincolnshire or Crazy for Pizza on Friday, Jan. 27! Please mention "D103 PTO" when placing your order.

Save the date for the upcoming Sprague Game Nights. All events will run from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Sprague School. This is a family event and siblings are welcome. Look for more information in the upcoming weeks.

April 12 - Second-Grade Game Night

April 19 - First-Grade Game Night

April 20 - Kindergarten/Early Childhood Game Night

Learn about the importance of a growth mindset in our children’s success and see how D103 is teaching students about these ideas at DW.

Wednesday, Feb. 8

7:30 p.m.

In Person Event at Daniel Wright

Register Now

Dr. Siggie is back to discuss how parents can help navigate sibling rivalry and build better relationships through increased connection.

Wednesday, Jan. 25

8:00 to 9:30 p.m.

Virtual Event

Register Now

PTO is celebrating our D103 staff by treating them to a chili and soup luncheon. We are looking for a few people to volunteer by making a crockpot of chili or soup (your recipe of choice!) for the luncheons. This year the chili lunch will take place on Monday Jan. 30, at Sprague, Half Day and Daniel Wright schools.

We know not everyone is a chef, so if you would prefer to contribute financially, any donation will allow us to provide salads, decor, and all of the "trimmings".

Thank you so much for helping show the fabulous D103 staff our appreciation for all that they do for our children!

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The Vernon Area Public Library offers residents information about preparing for citizenship via a Zoom class.

Metra has launched its 16th Annual Safety Poster and Essay Contest, asking students across Metra's service area to illustrate through posters and essays the importance of safe behaviors near the railroad. This year's theme is "Stay Safe, Stay Off Train Tracks." Deadline for entries is Friday, Jan. 20.

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• Principal Ann Hofmeier
• Assistant Principal Jennifer Arroyo

• 847-945-6686
• Ls_attendance@d103.org