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Click the button below to Register or Login to our site where you can have access to the directory, sign up to volunteer, make donations, and be kept in the know with all things Prospect!

If you already have a Membership Toolkit account login with
another organization, you can use the same login here.

Friday Art Classes

1/7/2024 4:18 am

Create lifelong artists by enrolling in Draw and Paint for Life - Afterschool Art Enrichment.

Classes start next week and there is still time to sign up! The Friday classes have plenty of spots open. Check out the flyer for more info!

Prospect Prides

1/7/2024 4:11 am

Special thank you to Megan Bartelli, Laura Mao, Kirsten Frankfort, Emily Casey, Kerissa Ellenberger, Parin Katwala, and Oojwala Rajmane for working “stage crew” for the student Winter Sing last month.

A Note from the Principal

12/15/2023 4:44 pm

Please read this week's S'MORE to find out more about cold weather clothing, an upcoming lockdown drill and more.

Custodian Holiday Appreciation Fund

12/15/2023 4:41 pm

Each year, the Prospect PTO coordinates collecting donations to the Custodian Holiday Appreciation Fund to acknowledge and show our appreciation for our custodial staff's hard work.

Before the holiday break, 100% of the funds raised are gifted to each of our custodians from the Prospect Panther families. This year, we have four custodians:

Mr. Angel
Ms. Fulgencio
Ms. Ikovic
Ms. Lukic

Any amount would be greatly appreciated for our school custodians who are working so diligently to keep our school clean and safe! Donations can be made on the Family Account Page in Membership Toolkit. The deadline for all contributions is tomorrow, December 18th.

Thank you in advance for your generosity!

Winter Art Classes - Wednesdays & Fridays at Prospect

12/15/2023 4:39 pm

Looking for things to keep your kids busy this winter? Sign up for an art class! The Maureen Claffy Art Academy is coming to Prospect two days a week now. See flyer for more info.

Holiday Party Snacks

12/15/2023 4:36 pm

The holiday class parties are this Friday, Dec. 22nd. Here is a list of snacks per grade level that will be given to the students during the party.

Kindergarten- Annie’s Fruit Snacks
1st grade- Annie’s Fruit Snacks
2nd grade- Annie’s Fruit Snacks
3rd grade- Skinny Pop Popcorn
4th grade- Annie’s Fruit Snacks
5th grade- Skinny Pop Popcorn

Please reach out to Charity Richardson with any questions. Crichardson@d181.org

One World Night - Sign-up Today!

12/15/2023 4:33 pm

After last year’s great success, the One World Night is back at Prospect! Students and their families are invited to showcase a culture or country of heritage or special interest at our evening open house. Join us for a fun night at Prospect celebrating culture and our school’s diversity! This year’s theme is Sports around the world.
◦ When: Thursday February 8th, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
◦ Where: Prospect School
◦ Registration for showcase participants opens TODAY!
◦ Please Sign-up here.

Here are some ideas to get you and your student brainstorming on how to showcase the culture or country of your choice:
• Informative display board
• Display of touchable objects such as souvenirs, coins, toys, textiles, books, art, etc.
• Teach a game or host a craft at your station
• Bring food in sample sizes
This event is powered by the participation of Prospect students and their families and we look forward to your involvement!

Due to the awesome turnout last year, we will make sure that families that sign up to showcase have a break during the event to enjoy the One World Night and visit the other tables.

For questions or more information, contact: Bruna Burgener at bruna.burgener@gmail.com and Nadine Sibei at nadinesbei@gmail.com

5th Grade Winter Party- SAVE THE DATE

12/15/2023 4:09 pm

Attention ALL 5th Grade Parents! Please save the date for your 5th grader to attend the Winter Party at the Oakbrook Park District Pool on February 25th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Information on how to register your child will be available in the January. If you have any questions, please contact Beth Mool (epmool@comcast.net), Beth Nordby (elizabethnordby@gmail.com) and Puja Patel (psteaches@gmail.com)

Call for parent volunteers for Science Week (Spring 2024)

12/15/2023 4:08 pm

Dear Prospect Parents!

It is time to kick off the preparation of our next Science Week events at Prospect (mid-March). These events aim to engage students in hands-on, interactive science activities, and we believe it will be a fun and educational experience for all involved. To make this event a success, we are reaching out to our wonderful parent community for support. We are seeking 3-5 enthusiastic volunteers to join the committee and assist with organizing and facilitating various science-related activities throughout the week. Volunteer opportunities and duties are
1. Bi-weekly meetings (in-person or on Zoom)
2. Brainstorm and design the Science Week program.
3. Assist in organizing and preparing materials for classroom experiments and demonstrations.
4. Support the student presenters at the family night (date TBD)

If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the Volunteer Sign-Up Form on the PTO website and email Edgar Wang (heronbank@gmail.com) to confirm. We are going to meet the first week after the winter break.

We believe your involvement will make this Science Week an enriching experience for our students. Your support is invaluable, and we look forward to working together to inspire a passion for science in our young learners. Thank you for your time and commitment to the success of our school community.

Science Week Chair,
Edgar Wang

Hope Children's Hospital

12/15/2023 2:33 pm

TOY and GIFT CARD DRIVE FOR HOPE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

It has been a long tradition at Prospect School to collect toys for the Pediatric Cardiology and Oncology Departments at Hope Children's Hospital. With the help of Kelly Awick, retired Prospect Teacher, it is our great pleasure to continue this tradition.

Due to the fragile state of the patients the hospital is only able to accept NEW toys in original packaging. We will also be collecting and delivering Amazon and Target gift cards to the hospital to help families whose children are hospitalized this holiday season.

Drop-off Locations: Prospect School Lobby, Mrs. Nolin's Room 114, Mrs. Matt's Room 206. Gift cards will be accepted in the Office, to Mrs. Nolin, or Mrs. Matt.

Last Day of Collection: Wednesday, December 20th

Check out this flyer for more information.