Sprague School

Sprague School’s Health Moves Minds fundraiser was a big success, raising an impressive $5,887 thanks to the incredible generosity of our families. Leading the way were top student fundraisers: second-grader Ella Proud, first-grader Evelyn Ziemba, and kindergartner Dominick Nodolf—well done!

More than just a fundraiser, Health Moves Minds encourages students to take care of their bodies and minds. A portion of the proceeds will go toward new recess equipment, ensuring all Sprague students benefit from this effort while staying active and having fun. Enjoy pictures of students participating in the fundraiser.

• Thursday, May 29: 2nd-grade parents are introduced to 3rd-grade curriculum at 6:00 p.m. Half Day School.
• Friday, May 30: Early Dismissal Day, No school for early childhood.
• Friday, May 30: End of the Year School Bash from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. RSVP requested by 10 p.m. tonight, May 29.
• Wednesday, June 4: Last Day of School for Early Childhood students.
• Thursday, June 5: Last Day of School for grades K-7, Early Dismissal Day.
• Monday, June 9: First day of summer school.

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Second-graders toured their next stop in their D103 journey - Half Day. Students were given a musical welcome and enjoyed a glimpse into the classrooms where they would spend their next three years beginning in August. Parents are invited to an informational meeting tonight, May 29, at 6:00 p.m. at Half Day where curriculum and other school related items will be discussed.

Please stop by the nurse's office before Thursday, June 5, to pick up any of your child's medication that they take at school. Unclaimed medication will be disposed of after that date.

Please take 3-5 minutes to respond to our District 103 Communication Survey. As a district, we are examining the best methods to connect with families. Feedback from this survey will help us update our District 103 communication guidelines. Thank you.

Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey on belonging. The purpose of this survey is to better understand experiences and perceptions related to belonging within our school community. Your responses will help us identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth as we work to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for everyone.

District 103 is seeking six to eight parent volunteers to sit on a state required Parent Advisory Committee for Student Discipline policy and procedures. The time commitment is 1.5 hours on Tuesday, June 10, from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m., at the District 103 Administrative Office located at 111 Barclay Boulevard, Lincolnshire. The committee will review our current policy on student discipline: disruptive classroom behavior, school bus safety procedures, and the dissemination of student conduct information. If you are interested in participating in the committee meeting, please complete this Google interest form by Friday, June 6.

Each May, we honor the cultures, histories, and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. The celebration began in the 1970s thanks to Jeanie Jew, who advocated for greater recognition of Asian American heritage. In 1992, May was officially designated as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.

May was chosen to mark two key events: the arrival of the first Japanese immigrants in 1843 and the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869, built in part by Chinese workers.

It’s a meaningful time for our children to learn about the diverse traditions and stories that shape our community—and to build appreciation for the cultures around them.

Join us for the summer countdown!

• Friday, May 30: Read-a-Thon
• Monday, June 2: Art Day
• Tuesday, June 3: Game Day
• Wednesday, June 4: Unique Talent Day
• Thursday, June 5: End-of-Year Celebration

Remind your student to look through the school's lost and found bins for missing items. All unclaimed items will be donated on Friday, June 6.

Why Is My Child Acting Differently as the School Year Ends?

As the school year wraps up, you may notice your child showing more emotional reactions, testing boundaries, or regressing in behavior. These are all common responses during what experts call the “adjourning” stage of group development.

This stage was introduced by researchers Bruce W. Tuckman and Mary Ann C. Jensen in their work on how groups grow and change. In the classroom, our students form a close-knit group over the year. As the year ends, they’re saying goodbye to routines, relationships, and the security of a familiar environment. That’s a big deal for young children!

What You Might See:

• Acting out or becoming more sensitive.
• Needing more comfort or reassurance.
• Sadness, excitement, or anxiety about next year.
• Disrupted sleep or more clinginess at home.

How You Can Help:

• Acknowledge their feelings – Let them know it’s okay to feel a mix of emotions.
• Stick to routines – Consistency at home helps them feel safe.
• Talk about the changes – Give them space to share what they’re thinking or wondering.
• Celebrate their growth – Remind them how far they’ve come this year!

We’re supporting your children through this transition at school, and your support at home means the world.

Other Resources:

• UNICEF – Childhood Regression: What it is and how to support your little one.

• Parents.com – The End-of-School-Year Struggle Is Real—How to Cope.

*Tuckman & Jensen Stages of Small-Group Development

Registration is now open to families whose students will attend D103 schools for the first time in August 2025.

• Families new to the district enrolling for the August 2025 through June 2026 school year should fill out the New Student Enrollment Intake Form.
• A school representative will reach out to you to complete the registration process.
• Save time with the process by verifying your residency before enrolling in a D103 school.
• Review the new student document checklist.

Join us as we celebrate the end of a fantastic school year with an evening full of music, food, face painting, fun, and friends!

Back by popular demand: The Village of Lincolnshire and the Lincolnshire Police Department will return with their exciting "Touch-a-Truck" experience, featuring village vehicles and a police cruiser for kids to explore!

Details:

• Who: All Sprague School families – everyone is welcome!
• When: Friday, May 30, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• Admission: FREE
• Supervision: This is not a drop-off event. Parents must supervise their children.
• RSVP: Please let us know by Wednesday, May 21, the total number of family members attending using the link below so we can plan accordingly.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

👉 Please let us know the total number of family members attending by 10:00 PM tonight, May 29, by visiting https://dub.sh/qw06PxT

👉 Sign up to volunteer today - https://dub.sh/D103SignUp

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Skip the stress of back-to-school shopping and help us qualify for the 1st Day School Supplies 50 Kit Challenge—we could win $2,500 in FREE school supplies! Order your pre-packaged kit by June 10, and support the PTO while ensuring your child has everything their teacher requested.

Kits ship directly to your home (Kindergarten kits go straight to school):

• Laura B. Sprague: Order Here
• Half Day: Order Here
• Daniel Wright: Order Here
  
  

Order your school supply kits by Tuesday, July 1, and receive a $10 gift certificate to 1st Place Spiritwear where you can find the perfect back to school T-shirt, sweatshirt, and more!

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Celebrate your graduating student with a meaningful gift that will last for generations—a Legacy Brick on the Daniel Wright walkway!

Personalize your brick with a heartfelt message, name, or memory that reflects your student’s journey in District 103. It’s a wonderful way to honor their accomplishments while supporting our schools through the Learning Fund Foundation.

💫 Order Deadline: Tuesday, June 10

🌟 Installation: Fall 2025

Create a lasting memory. Celebrate a milestone. Leave your mark.

The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has teamed up with LCROE Foundation to bring books to children aged birth to 5-years-old. Families should fill out the interest form. This is a book gifting program that mails a free, high-quality, age-appropriate book to all registered children at no cost to the family.

Why is this program offered?

• Because little learners become big dreamers when they have stories in their hands. 💫
• We’re all in for the Foundation’s mission: Every Student, Ready to Learn!
• Let’s turn the page on a new reading adventure! 🚀📖

Get ready to press start on an epic summer of reading! LEVEL UP at your library with this year's Summer Library Club for all ages. From June 1 to July 31, complete activities to earn rewards. It's that easy! To get started, pick up a checklist at the Vernon Area Public Library beginning Sunday, June 1. Students entering fifth-grade and younger will receive a free T-shirt when they sign up for Summer Library Club. Learn more at VAPLD.info/Summer.

Join the Summer Library Celebration on Sunday, June 8, from 1–3 p.m. at the library. There will be frozen treats, live music, a community art project, and a giant bubble show. No sign-up required.

The fair will offer many fun indoor and outdoor activities to teach children lessons about health and safety. The fair is from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, June 7, Northwestern Medicine Grayslake

Outpatient Center, 1475 East Belvidere Road, Grayslake.

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• Principal Ann Hofmeier
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Reporting a Student Absence

• 847-945-6686
• Ls_attendance@d103.org