Sprague School
Museum Exploration
First-graders visited the Raupp Museum in Buffalo Grove in January as part of their social studies unit. They learned about needs and wants through a program called, Tiny Trader. They explored the museum to better understand past and present needs as seen in these photos of students at the museum.
Upcoming Events
- Valentine's Dance: Students and their parents are invited to a dance from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3.
- No School: Monday, Feb. 19, Presidents' Day.
- Early Dismissal: Friday, Feb. 23.
- Ben's Art, Science, Bubbler Show: 4:00 to 5:15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, Sprague School.
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2nd Grade Library Assembly: Guest Illustrator
Illustrator Chris Eliopoulos visited with second-graders to celebrate their contributor studies! He showed students how to draw many famous Americans from his biographical series “Ordinary People Change the World” and taught them important information about each historical figure.
Valentine's Day Classroom Parties
Sprague students and staff will celebrate Valentine's Day on Wednesday, Feb. 14. Students may bring valentine cards to school for all of their classmates. Class lists are not provided. Please only send NON-Edible treats to school with your child’s Valentine's Day cards. Our classroom parties for Valentine's Day focus on friendship and exchanging cards with peers and teachers during the day at school.
Kindergarten Registration Now Open
Please inform your friends and neighbors that they are invited to register their incoming Laura B. Sprague School kindergartners for the Fall 2024 school year if they are 5-years-old on or before September 1, 2024. (Please do not register your Sprague early childhood student for kindergarten until the spring.)
The district offers half day and full day kindergarten.
Full day kindergarten is $3,850.
Full day kindergarten offers an early bird discount priced at $3,500 if a deposit of $500 is made by April 5, 2024.
Full day kindergarten tuition is payable in two installments – August 1, 2024, and December 1, 2024.
Half day kindergarten is $97.00 a year.
Registration takes place through our PowerSchool Enrollment Portal. For more information about kindergarten registration, please visit the registration website.
Talent Show
Save the Date!
Please join us for the Sprague Talent Show on Saturday, March 16! The spotlight is on student talent with musicians, singers, dancers, magicians, and performers entertaining classmates and their families in the Sprague gym. Enjoy this chance for students to shine and for our community to gather and connect.
More information and links to sign up will be coming out soon.
Student Drop Off
Partnerships
LFF
Families are invited to attend the Learning Fund Foundation's bubble show, which integrates art, science, and a touch of magic from 4:00 to 5:15 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24. Please register for the event on the foundation's website.
PTO News
Valentine's Day Treats Extravaganza from Max and Benny's!
Indulge in the sweetest delights this Valentine's Day with Max and Benny's special treats! Choose from cookies, brownies, Rice Krispies Treats, and more. Not only will you satisfy your sweet tooth, but you'll also be contributing to a good cause. A small percentage of all sales will be donated to back to D103 PTO.
- Learn more and purchase your treats today @ https://bit.ly/3UuOwaT
Valentine's Dance
Parents, get ready to dance and celebrate with your children at the Valentine's Dance from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3.
- Volunteers needed:https://bit.ly/D103SignUp
- Register: https://bit.ly/3RTNZvZ
All Staff Chili Lunch
PTO is celebrating our D103 staff by treating them to a chili and soup luncheon on Friday, Feb. 9, at all three schools. We are looking for volunteers to make a crockpot of chili or soup (your recipe of choice!) for the luncheons. We are looking for at least 10 servings per crock. We would also like to supplement the chili lunch with desserts (again, recipe of your choice!).
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!
- Sign up today @ bit.ly/D103SignUp
Addressing Toxic Achievement Culture
Register now for a virtual discussion with Author Jennifer Wallace to talk about how we can teach our kids to strive toward excellence without crushing them.
- Register: https://bit.ly/3ScaduB
Community News
Library Survey
Community members are invited and encouraged to share their ideas and preferences as planning begins for improvements to the building and grounds of the Vernon Area Public Library. For additional opportunities for public review and feedback , visit VAPLD.info/LibraryPlan.
Blood Drive
LCHS will be hosting a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
Laura B. Sprague School
- Principal Ann Hofmeier
- Assistant Principal Jennifer Arroyo
- 847-945-6686
- Ls_attendance@d103.org