The Weekly Update #4

Welcome back! I hope you had a wonderful and restful Spring Break, filled with special moments and time to recharge. As we head into the final stretch of the school year, we’re excited to continue working together to support our students in their learning and growth.

A huge thank you to Mr. Wang for once again leading the charge for another unforgettable Prospect Science Night! His students were incredible—they proudly showcased the cars they built and explained the science behind their creations.

Our amazing fifth grade leaders and their families did a fantastic job running hands-on activity stations that kept students engaged all evening long. From creative experiments to interactive challenges, there was something for everyone to enjoy. And of course, the classroom airplanes zooming through the air were a crowd favorite!

We’re so grateful to Mr. Wang and everyone who helped make this event such a success. It was a wonderful celebration of curiosity, creativity, and the joy of learning. Thank you for making science come alive at Prospect!

A huge THANK YOU to PTO for organizing and funding the Jessie White Tumblers assembly before Spring Break! It was such a fun and exciting event, and our students absolutely loved every moment. What a fantastic way to head into the break on a high note!

Prospect State Testing Schedule:

• Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR)

• 3rd, 4th and 5th grade Math Assessment- April 8th, 9th and 10th at 9:45

• 3rd, 4th and 5th grade ELA Assessment- April 15th and 16th at 8:45

• Description: State assessment of reading and math proficiency (IAR). Five subtests: two English language arts and three mathematics.

• Dynamic Learning MAP (DLM)

• Window: April 7 - April 18

• Description: State assessment of academic progress in English language arts and mathematics (DLM) for all students enrolled in grades 3-8 and science for students enrolled in grade 5 or grade 8. This assessment is only administered to qualifying special education students as an alternative assessment to IAR and ISA. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s case manager.

If your child is absent during testing days, they will be pulled during the testing window to complete make-up testing.

D181 Summer Learning Program: Registration Opens March 28th!

In-person program at Clarendon Hills Middle School (June 9 - June 27).

Click here to view the course catalog

Click here for registration and complete program details

The school calendar has been established a year in advance and is available on the District website: www.d181.org. While we realize the value of family time, we strongly discourage the planning of vacations during regular student attendance days.

Elementary School Information Related to Planned Absences:

In the event of a planned absence, a parent must communicate directly with the school at least two days prior indicating their intentions. A parent/guardian may email, complete this form, or call the Office with the following information:

1. Name of student

2. reason for the absence, and

3. date(s) the student will be absent

If a planned absence consists of three (3) or more days, assignments and completion dates will be given after the absence as determined by the teacher. Teachers will not be required to re-teach material missed by students.

The Community House will be offering the Before and After the Bell programs at Prospect School to help meet the needs of our families.

The Community House Registration

For more information about either program, please contact Karen Kaspar at 630-323-7500 ext. 248 or at kkaspar@thecommunityhouse.org