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A Note From the Principal

10/16/2026 1:39 pm

Please check out this week's SMORE from Principal Cummings for updates on picture retakes, a library update, Unity Day, Halloween festivities, and more!

PLEASE JOIN US THIS WEEK FOR PROSPECT LIBRARY’S FALL BOOK FAIR

10/16/2026 1:16 pm

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PLEASE JOIN US FOR PROSPECT LIBRARY’S FALL BOOK FAIR
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A reading adventure awaits at our Fall Book Fair! It’s a great opportunity to discover new books, enjoy exciting stories, find early gifts for family and friends, and support our school library. A wide selection of books for all ages will be available, including fiction, non-fiction, graphic novels, activity books, and more!

When:
Wednesday, October 21st from 8:25AM – 4:30PM
Thursday, October 22nd from 8:25AM – 3:30PM

Important Info:
-Students in Grades K thru 5th will visit the fair as a class at the times listed below. Parents are welcome (and encouraged) to join their child(ren) when they shop with their class! You are also welcome to send money with your child to shop during this time and our volunteers will help your child manage the purchasing process.
-We accept CASH (smaller bills appreciated) and all major CREDIT CARDS. Sorry no checks.
-Since most items at the book fair are priced at $xx.99 the total due will be rounded up to the nearest dollar when paying with cash.
-You can help our teachers build their class libraries too! Make sure to check out the Teacher Baskets to donate a book to your child(ren)’s classroom.

The Prospect Library directly benefits from a portion of all book fair sales. These proceeds help us add new titles to our collection and replace worn out favorites, ensuring our library continues to grow and inspire a love of reading.

You can check-in before arriving at the book fair and your badge will be waiting for you in the office. Can't wait to see you there!

Book Fair Class Schedule:

Wednesday, Oct. 21
8:45 - 9:05: Abitz
9:10 - 9:30: Rediger
9:35 - 9:55: Shramovich
9:55 - 10:15: Tweedie
10:45 - 11:05: Nolin
12:40 - 1:00: Kapotas
1:05 - 1:25: Johnson
1:30 - 1:50: Wheeler

Thursday, Oct 22
8:45 - 9:05: Matt
9:10 - 9:30: Litman
9:55 - 10:15: Palumbo
10:40 - 11:00: Bergin
12:40 - 1:00: Segovia
1:30 - 1:50: Legner
2:20 - 2:40: Bauer
2:40 - 3:00: Mundt

Let's Raise some Dough!

10/16/2026 1:10 pm

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Support Prospect with our new and improved Home Run Inn Halloween fundraiser! Running October 28 through November 1, you can now enjoy the convenience of delivery...hot and ready when you want it! The fundraiser will include the full HRI menu available for delivery, carryout, or dine-in at the Darien location. Be sure to place your order during the fundraiser dates to qualify.

Tech Ambassadors

10/16/2026 1:08 pm

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We are excited to begin the fourth year of the Tech Ambassadors leadership program at Prospect School! Students who complete the application process and are selected as Tech Ambassadors will have opportunities to develop their leadership skills while serving our school and district communities.

Who: Students in grades 2–5

When: Thursday mornings at 8:00 a.m. (two or four mornings per month; the schedule will be determined once membership is established)

Goals and Mission of the Tech Ambassadors
*Develop Leadership Skills: Build leadership abilities while helping the school community.

*Promote Technology Integration: Serve as student leaders who help integrate technology into learning.

*Foster Digital Citizenship: Encourage safe, responsible, and positive use of technology.
Interested in becoming a Tech Ambassador?

Both new and returning students who are interested in participating must indicate their interest by October 28.

Please discuss this leadership opportunity with your child before beginning the application process. If your child would like to apply, please complete the Tech Ambassadors Application Google Form by October 28.

We look forward to another great year of student leadership, collaboration, and technology innovation at Prospect School!

Best,
Ms. Bailey

Prospect Elementary Winter Coat Drive

10/16/2026 1:05 pm

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Help us spread warmth this winter! Prospect Elementary is hosting a winter coat drive from October 19–30 to benefit Cradles to Crayons. We are collecting new and gently used children’s coats. Donations can be dropped off in the school lobby. Together, we can help keep children in need warm and cozy this winter. Thank you for your generosity and support!

Charleston Wrap Fundraiser 2026 - EXTENDED!

10/16/2026 1:03 pm

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The Charleston Wrap Fundraiser benefiting the Prospect PTO will be extended for ONE MORE WEEK! The new deadline to order products in time for the holidays will be Friday, October 23rd. Use the attached link and Prospect's School ID - 12653 to place your orders. Please let our gift wrap team know if you have any questions at giftwrap@prospectschoolpto.org. Thank you for your support!

Jaime Weibel and Angela Goss

Hinsdale Humane Society Donation Drive

10/16/2026 12:59 pm

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Just a friendly reminder to please bring donations for the Hinsdale Humane Society into school next week and leave them in Prospect’s front entrance in the designated collection boxes. The collection drive will end on Friday, October 30th.

We will be tracking which Prospect classrooms bring in the most donations in the K-2 and 3-5 grade brackets. The classrooms with the highest donation counts in K-2 and 3-5 will be revealed on Wednesday, November 4th in the morning announcements. The two winning classrooms will earn front row seats and an opportunity to read a welcome message at the Jasmine Warga author assemblies on Wednesday, November 4th.

Please help us to support rescue pets like Finnegan from The Unlikely Tale of Chase and Finnegan by Jasmine Warga!

One Book One School - Cheetahs / Dogs Art Installation

10/16/2026 12:55 pm

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Please help us to welcome Jasmine Warga and celebrate her book The Unlikely Tale of Chase & Finnegan by making your own cheetah and/or dog to be displayed in the Prospect Library! We have already received so many amazing cheetahs and dogs!! Thank you to those artists, who’ve already brought things into the library.

We are looking for more students to color, draw or build their own cheetahs and/or dogs. You may color the cheetahs and/or dogs that were sent home on Friday, Oct. 2nd or print out your own (school appropriate) cheetahs and/or dogs to color. You may also draw or build a cheetah or dog from scratch using paper, legos, kits, poster board, cardboard boxes or recycled goods and make it as big or as small as you like!

All submissions should include your first and last name and your class (i.e. 5B) and should be delivered to the Prospect Library on or before Friday, October 30th. We will display them as soon as you deliver them.

After School Activities

10/16/2026 12:10 pm

Looking for fun and engaging activities after school? Check out our After School Activities page for a variety of programs and opportunities available to Prospect students. From sports and enrichment to arts and other activities, there’s something for everyone!

Explore all available after-school activities in one convenient link: https://www.prospectschoolpto.org/after-school

A Note From the Principal

10/10/2026 1:25 pm

Please check out this week's SMORE from Principal Cummings for updates on picture proofs & retakes, White Cane Safety Day, Unity, Halloween festivities, tech ambassadors, and more!

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