Just a friendly reminder that students have no school on Thursday, 10/2, and Friday, 10/3, due to a non-attendance day and an institute day.
Make-up picture day and pictures for PreK and 8th graders (graduation pics) will be TOMORROW, October 1st.
Shoutout to our amazing girls' volleyball team for giving it their all on the court! These athletes are showing what teamwork and dedication look like. We are so proud of you!
Teamwork makes the dream work! Our second graders had a blast participating in fun team-building activities that helped them learn cooperation, communication, and problem-solving — all while having tons of fun!
We are so excited to welcome back the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile on Tuesday, September 30th. They will be here to provide physicals, sports physicals, and vaccines to any student who is on public insurance (All Kids/Medicaid) or who is uninsured. Please reach out to Nurse Hannah (hsahyouni@eps73.net) to sign up!
Our cross country team hit the course hard at our season opener, and we couldn’t be prouder of the heart and hustle they showed out there! This is just the beginning — we’re building something strong this season. Let’s keep the momentum going! #crosscountry
Join us tonight for Curriculum Night! This is a great opportunity to hear directly from your child’s teacher about classroom expectations, curriculum highlights, and how you can support learning at home. We look forward to seeing you there and partnering with you for a successful school year!
Join us from 6:00-8:00 pm this Wednesday for Curriculum Night! Meet your child’s teachers and learn all about the curriculum, classroom expectations, and learning goals for the year ahead. This is a key opportunity to understand what your child will be learning and how you can support them.
A huge shoutout to Miss Savannah — our very own music superstar! Thank you for bringing the joy of music into our classrooms with interactive and engaging experiences for students of all ages. In addition to sharing her musical talents, Miss Savannah is an incredible support to our students, always showing up with kindness, encouragement, and a smile. We’re so grateful for the positivity and creativity she brings to our school community every day!
A big thank you to Dr. Schmeisser and Mrs. Butera for being our guest readers this week in our primary classrooms! Our students absolutely loved listening to great stories read by our amazing admin team.
Huge thanks to the Niles North School Orchestra for visiting us today! Our middle schoolers were treated to an incredible performance, a showcase of amazing talent, and a strong reminder of the power of music and the fine arts. We're so grateful for the inspiration you shared with our school community!
Please join us and support the PTA in “kicking” off a great school year by coming out to the Chicago Fire game on Saturday, September 27th. The Chicago Fire Football Club and East Prairie PTA are excited to extend this exclusive discounted offer to all families and supporters of East Prairie Parent-Teacher Association!
Say Cheese! Picture day for kindergarten through 7th grade will be TOMORROW, 9/8. Picture day for preschool and 8th grade (graduation portraits) will be on Wednesday, 10/1 (this will also be retake day for K-7th). #pictureDAY
We officially wrapped up our first full week of kindergarten — and what an amazing start it’s been! From making new friends and learning classroom routines to story time, songs, and lots of laughter, it's safe to say we’re off to a fantastic start. #kindergarten
Calling all new, preschool, and kindergarten families! Swing by Hamlin Park tomorrow from 10:30 am-12 noon for a fantastic time filled with treats, games, and opportunities to meet, catch up, and connect with other families.
Congratulations to the East Prairie Preschool Team on earning the Gold Circle of Quality recognition from the Illinois State Board of Education! This is a tremendous honor and a testament to the hard work, care, and commitment of our early childhood educators, staff, families, and students. Our students truly get an extraordinary educational experience from the moment they walk through our doors. This is a proud moment for our entire East Prairie community.
MAP testing begins tomorrow and will continue through the week for all our students in grades K-8. Please help your child by ensuring they get plenty of rest the night before, have a healthy breakfast, and come to school on time. We look forward to a successful week of testing.
Friday marked our first all-school pep rally of the year, and it was a blast! Students brought the energy as we met our amazing Student Council Board, welcomed new teachers and students, competed in fun games and relay races, and showed off our school spirit loud and proud! We’re so excited for what this year has in store—let’s keep the momentum going!
NO SCHOOL tomorrow in observance of Labor Day! We can't wait to welcome students back on Tuesday. #LaborDayweekend
Happy first day of school to our Kindergarten and PreK friends! We can't wait to welcome our youngest Panthers this morning for their first full day at EPS!
