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Sprague School

Sprague School

Sharing Books Changing Lives

Second-graders in Teachers Katie Jenkins and Lisa Popjoy’s classes helped sort, sticker, and pack books for children in the Chicagoland area during a recent visit to Bernie's Book Bank. Students collected over 120 books that they donated.


“Bernie’s Book Bank holds an incredible power to change the lives of children in our local community…Bernie’s Book Bank fosters a love of learning that transcends the classroom. Supporting a literacy charity like Bernie’s means investing our time and energy into a generation that will lead, innovate, and inspire with the skills and imagination nurtured through reading,” said Mrs. Popjoy, explaining why they chose this outreach project for their students as seen in these photos.

Donate a Pair of New Pajamas

In other outreach activities, the Sprague pajama drive is encouraging families to purchase a pair of new pajamas in any size from newborn to adult. Pajamas are being donated to the local Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children organization by Kindergarten Teacher Laura Lunardi's class, which is spearheading the project. This heartwarming initiative provides essential comfort to children in need. The class is collecting pajamas through Friday, Dec. 20.

Upcoming Events


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Bundle Up for Winter

As the colder months approach, it's a great time to ensure your child’s (labled with their name) winter gear is ready for outdoor play! We will go outside as long as the temperature feels like 5 degrees or above and it’s not raining. We will also head outside if it’s snowing, as long as it’s not wet snow. Given the right conditions, we are so lucky at Sprague that we will also be sledding. Those students who do not have boots or clothes for winter play stay in the quiet outside area that is cleared of snow, which might not be as much fun as sledding and playing in the snow with their friends!


With the season change, this is also a wonderful opportunity to check your child’s locker for any clothes that may no longer fit or are for a different season. Ensuring our Wildcats have the ​right winter essentials—warm coats, hats, mittens, and boots—will help keep them comfortable and safe while enjoying the fresh outdoor air. Thank you for helping us ensure every child is prepared for the season ahead!

Preschool Registration Now Open for Fall 2025

Please share this communication with your D103 friends so they know that families may now register their preschool student for D103's Early Childhood program.

  • Award-winning school district
  • Certified teachers
  • Extended and half day classes
    • Extended hours: 8:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Monday through Friday
    • Half day hours: morning 8:15 to 10:45 a.m. or afternoon 12:15 to 2:45 p.m. Monday through Friday
  • Bus transportation available
  • Drop off at local day cares
  • Competitive tuition

Registration Opens Tonight

ASAs and BSA

Sprague School is offering a variety of Before School and After School Activities Classes. Classes are highlighted below in the newsletter.

  • Registration opens at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5, on the RevTrak Web Store.
  • After School Activities have limited space and will be on a first come basis. Limited registration will run through Saturday, Dec. 7. Please refrain from registering for more than one class until Sunday Dec. 8. You will be able to register again during the open registration period.

Police Assistance for Student Safety

We have enlisted the assistance of the Lincolnshire Police Department to help with drop off and pick up procedures, as some parents and caregivers have not been following the school guidelines, leading to unsafe and congested traffic patterns during these times.


Please refrain from parking along Kings Cross Drive during drop off and pick up times. Doing so makes it difficult for buses to exit the circle driveway safely and contributes to traffic congestion and delays.


For everyone's safety, use the designated drop off lane instead of parking and walking through traffic, as this creates unnecessary risks for both students and drivers.


We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and efficient environment for all students. Thank you!

Interested in Learning about Mandarin?

registration

We are excited to offer a new after-school opportunity for the students at Sprague School: a Chinese Mandarin Culture & Language Club! This club will allow our young students to learn the Mandarin language while experiencing the richness of Chinese culture through fun, interactive activities. The club will run alongside our other after-school programs starting in January, with sessions designed specifically for our K-2 students. The last date to register is Wednesday, Jan. 1.

Partnerships

Donate While You Dine

This holiday season, let us take care of the meals while you shop for your loved ones. Enjoy stress-free dining or takeout from Monday, Dec. 9 through Wednesday, Dec. 11, at the Culvers of Lincolnshire while supporting the Learning Fund Foundation's Fundraiser.

Join Us Friday

Are you the parent of a student receiving educational support services in D103 schools who would like to expand their support group? Stop by Panera in Vernon Hills on Friday, Dec. 6, anytime between 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. to meet other parents and share ideas, feelings and possible playdates! Please reach out to Kari Davenport (president@d103pto.org) with any questions.

Newcomers Group

Are you new to the district and looking to connect with fellow parents? Or, maybe you're just eager to expand your support circle? The PTO’s Newcomers Group will have its second meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 10, from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m., at Starbucks in Buffalo Grove, 820 N Milwaukee Ave. Whether you can stay for the entire time or just drop by for a quick chat, it’s a great opportunity to meet new faces and share experiences. We’re excited to welcome all D103 parents – new and returning!

Legacy Bricks as Holiday Gifts

What a wonderful way to leave your mark in the district by gifting your student a legacy brick that will be installed in the Daniel Wright walkway when they begin the last leg of their D103 journey. Please visit lff@d103.org to purchase your special brick today from the D103 Learning Fund Foundation.

Community

Brad's Bookworms Initiative

Congressman Brad Schneider is launching the sixth annual "Brad's Bookworms" program to encourage reading and learning for elementary school students (grades K-5) and their families!


Children participating in the program are asked to read and log 10 books with help from parents, grandparents, older siblings, or other family members, and track their progress toward this goal. Young people who meet the 10 books goal will be invited with their families to a recognition ceremony with Congressman Schneider to celebrate their achievement. The deadline to complete logs is Sunday, Feb. 2.

Laura B. Sprague School

Principals
  • Principal Ann Hofmeier
  • Assistant Principal Jennifer Arroyo
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Laura B. Sprague School
2425 Riverwoods Road Lincolnshire, IL 60069