Prairie Rose Post
May 2024
Message from our Principal
Greetings Prairie Rose families,
Wow! It’s hard to believe that it is May! I am delighted to share some exciting events that will surely bring joy to our school community.
1. **Art and Ice Cream Social:**
We are thrilled to invite you and your family to join us for an evening of creativity and sweetness at our Art and Ice Cream Social! Students will showcase their artistic talents, and families can enjoy delicious ice cream treats together. It promises to be a delightful evening filled with laughter, creativity, and, of course, ice cream!
2. **Field Day:**
Get ready for a day of outdoor fun and friendly competition at our annual Field Day event! On May 10th, students will participate in a variety of exciting games and activities designed to promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and active play. Please ensure that your child wears comfortable clothing and brings a water bottle for hydration. Let's make this Field Day one to remember!
3. **Paw Tag Celebration:**
We are celebrating our students' achievements at our Paw Tag Celebration! On May 10th before the field day events, we will recognize students who have demonstrated outstanding behavior and leadership qualities. It's a moment of pride for our entire school community!.
4. **Graduation events:**
It’s time to celebrate our Kindergarten graduates and 5th grade graduates this month! I am so proud of the students for their academic and social/emotional progress at Prairie Rose! Please see dates and times in upcoming events.
4. **AV Screen in the Gym:**
I'm delighted to announce that thanks to the generous support of our Parent-Teacher Club (PTC), we will have a brand-new AV screen installed in the gym! This addition will enhance our school assemblies, presentations, and events, providing students with an enriched learning experience. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the PTC for their ongoing dedication to our school community.
We are looking forward to the upcoming events and to creating wonderful memories together as a school family. Thank you for your continued support and involvement in your child's education.
Warm regards, 😊
Dr. Tabby Rabenberg
Upcoming Events
Important Dates in May
2 - Art and Ice Cream Social - 6:00-7:30pm - Families are welcome to attend!
6-10 - Teacher Appreciation Week
7 - 4th Grade - Conservation Day @ Dakota Zoo
7 - All City 4th/5th grade Orchestra Concert - 7:00-8:00pm @Bismarck Event Center
Families are welcome to attend! Arrival time for Orchestra students-6:15pm
9 - 2024-2025 Kindergarten Open House
9 - Student Council - Gateway to Science
10 - Paw Tag Assembly and Field Day
13 - 3rd Grade - Gateway to Science
14 - 5th Grade - Super Slide Amusement Park
14 - PTC Meeting @Prairie Rose - 6:00pm - Welcome to attend!
15 - 5th Grade Track Meet @ MDU Resources Community Bowl BSC
15 - 2nd Grade - ND Game and Fish
16 - Kindergarten Graduation 10:00am - Families are welcome to attend!
16 - 5th Grade Graduation Ceremony - 6:00-7:00pm - Families are welcome to attend!
17 - K and 1st grade - Dakota Zoo
17 - 3rd Grade - Summer Safety @Arrow Service Team
20 - BHS Senior Day walk-through
23 - Last Day of School
24 - Teacher Work Day
27 - Memorial Day
29 - First Day of Camp Ed
Important Dates in June
28 - Last Day of Camp Ed
Summer Plans
Summer Plans:
- Summer is around the corner! Students that are on free/reduced lunch program can qualify for Parks and Rec Sports & Swimming Patches at a free or reduced cost.
- For more information or a waiver, please contact Sarah Holzer at 701-323-4280 or sarah_holzer@bismarckschools.org by no later than May 20th.
Nurse's Note
Helmet Safety!
As spring approaches, it is important to understand helmet safety to prevent concussions. Children ages 5-14 years are at greatest risk for head injuries. Wearing a helmet provides a layer of cushion for the head, significantly reducing the risk of serious brain injury! Helmets should always be worn while riding bikes or doing an activity where hitting your head is a risk.
A properly fitted helmet is two finger widths above the eyebrow and has the straps form a triangle directly over the ears. You should also not be able to fit more than one finger between your head and the helmet. If the helmet slides around on your head when you move, it is likely too big. The chin straps should always be slipped closed so that the helmet doesn’t fall off in the accident. Choosing a color that is easily visible to motorists is ideal and can further prevent serious injury.
Wearing helmets can be more fun when done as a family or letting the child pick out the pattern or color!
Paula Ayers RN
Helmet Safety – OrthoInfo. (n.d.). American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Medication Reminder
MEDICATION REMINDER:
- Medications given to the school must be picked up at the office on or before the last day of school.
- If your child is attending Camp Ed, only inhalers, epi-pens, and seizure medications can be left at the school until the last day of Camp Ed.
- BPS policy does not allow us to send unused medication home with your child.
- If medication is not picked up by the last day of school, it will be properly disposed of by school personnel on Friday, May 24, 2024.
Parent Teacher Club (PTC)
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6th - May 10th. PTC sign up links for the Lunch Picnic and Dessert Island are located below. Please consider signing up to bring an item or two to show your appreciation for our wonderful teachers and staff.
BPS Foundation Student of the Week for the Spring
Student Council
Coat Policy
Please be sure your child wears the appropriate clothing to school.
Lower than 40 F Wear coats
40 F to 49 F Wear long sleeves or jackets
50 F or higher Wear short sleeves or long sleeves
Lost and Found
We have a number of hats, gloves, jackets, and other clothing items in our Lost and Found. If your child is missing an item or two, please remind your child to check the Lost and Found located next to the office.
Email: prose_secretary@bismarckschools.org
Website: https://www.bismarckschools.org/prairierose
Location: 2200 Oahe Bend Bismarck, ND 58504
Phone: 701-323-4280
Fax: 701-323-4285
Facebook: Prairie Rose PTC