Sprague School
District Launches DEI Website
District 103 cordially invites you to participate in our captivating project, "Unity in Diversity: Celebrating Our Differences, Embracing Our Similarities," which is now accessible through our newly launched Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion website. As part of our commitment to fostering understanding and appreciation between cultures while strengthening partnerships within our school community, the district’s Superintendent's Advisory Council for Equitable Education (SACEE) envisions guiding the district toward cultivating a more inclusive D103 community that extends beyond cultural subjects and encompasses all demographics within our district. SACEE is an advisory council made up of parents, staff, board members, and administration.
One of SACEE's initiatives is to showcase the extraordinary family stories that exemplify our dedication to nurturing diversity, championing equity, and cultivating inclusion. We invite you to join us and share your unique story. We encourage students and families to share personal anecdotes, cultural traditions, or experiences that highlight both their individuality and the threads that connect them with others in the community. These conversations will uncover beautiful stories that emphasize both uniqueness and shared humanity.
Fill out the Google Stories Form.
Share your story idea. For ideas please review the stories on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion website.
Margaret Van Duch, mvanduch@d103.org, will set up a video meeting with you and your family where you can share your story.
Upcoming Events
- BSA/ASA Registration: Opens at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6
- Esports and Game Club: Registration for 2nd-graders only closes Thursday, Dec. 7
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Wildcat Esports and Gaming Club
Get ready for an adventure like never before! Our 12-week Esports and Gaming Club for second-graders is here to spark collaboration, teamwork, and sportsmanship. We believe in the power of purposeful gaming to teach valuable life skills while having a blast! Read more about the club. Please fill out the Google Club Sign up form for your student to get put into a drawing for the club.
Weather Reminder
It is important during snow and cold weather months to have children dressed appropriately for outdoor recess with gloves, hat, boots, coat, and snow pants, if needed. Students cannot play in the snow if they are not dressed properly. Remember to label items so they can be returned if they are misplaced.
Students must wear coats, boots, snow pants, and snow gloves for the weather.
Students can't throw or eat the snow.
If students do not have boots, they must play on the blacktop.
If the combination of temperature and/or wind chill is 5 degrees Fahrenheit or above, students will go outside for recess. This guideline falls within the "safe" category for being outside for 30 minutes and allows students to go outside more frequently in the winter months. Please see the wind chill chart from the National Weather Service for details.
Clothes Swap
Swap out your child's clothes that are left in their locker with warmer winter clothes. Children have accidents, spill things, and get their regular clothes muddy and wet outdoors. A change of clothes is appreciated.
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Partnerships
Power of Belonging Replay
If you missed the live PTO Parent Ed presentation of "The Power of Belonging" by Sabrina Rahman, please take advantage of the recorded version that shares how to create an environment where everyone can thrive and every student feels a sense of belonging.
Winter Carnival
The Sprague Winter Carnival is coming, and we need your help to make this another successful year! We are planning an exciting winter wonderland full of games and crafts. The event will be held at Sprague School during school hours on Thursday, Dec. 21, and is limited to students and carnival volunteers. PTO will provide all the games, supplies and directions for the activities you are signing up for. Volunteers do not need to buy or prepare anything in advance.
This popular annual event is rapidly approaching, and we are looking for parent volunteers to share in the fun! Sign up on Membership Toolkit to help us make this event successful!
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Book Fair Wish Lists
Ready to make a positive impact on our teachers' book collection? Teacher Wish Lists are conveniently available online at abcfairs.com. When you choose an item from their list, it can be delivered straight to the school with no extra charge to you. Brighten your teacher's day by surprising them with a thoughtful pick from their list today!
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Pajama Drive
Sprague school will once again hold a pajama drive between December 6-20. CASA Lake County exists to promote and protect the best interest of children who have been abused or neglected, by training volunteers to advocate for them in courts, in schools and in our community to help them find safe, permanent and loving homes where they can thrive. Please help us support CASA by placing new pajamas in our collection bin in the Sprague front hallway!
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Stay and Play
The Stay & Play PTO sponsored event has been moved to 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20. Formerly called Movie Night, this drop off event will offer several fun activities for Sprague K-2 students. Registration and volunteer forms forthcoming.
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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. Registration and volunteer forms forthcoming.
Community News
Orchestra Auditions
The Chicago Youth Orchestra is accepting auditions for ages 7-18 years-old. Clinics are also available.
Laura B. Sprague School
- Principal Ann Hofmeier
- Assistant Principal Jennifer Arroyo
- 847-945-6686
- Ls_attendance@d103.org