Prussing News

Hispanic Heritage Month is a special time from September 15 to October 15 to celebrate and learn about the cultures and achievements of Hispanic and Latino people. Students will explore different traditions and stories, discovering how these communities have contributed to art, literature, science, and history.

😀-- We had a successful Parent Information Night!

😀- A huge shout-out to Coach A. and Coach B. for all of your dedication in handling arrival and dismissal times. A HUGE thank you to all the students who come to school early and stay late to be on patrol.

😀 - Last PTO Meeting brought many new faces. Please try and come in October.

😀 - Ms. Georgopolous and Mrs. Tagtmeier for getting their Donors Choose funded. Thank you for all of your continued support!

Quick note from Mrs. Carlson…

* Just a reminder that the Local School Council meets monthly and it’s a great way to get information about ongoing events at the school. Check the website for dates.

* The PTO also meets monthly and is looking for volunteers for school activities. Prussing is grateful for all of their support. Please pop into one of their monthly meetings and see how you can help.

* Prussing Paws is off to a great start. Our first event is scheduled for September 30th.

* Everyone looked fabulous on picture day.

* Enjoy the weekend while we still have warm weather!

Thank you to all who have already signed up for the fall OST programs. They are now mostly full, with a few exceptions. Please click on the link below to view which programs are still available. Next week is the deadline for registration. The first session begins the week of Tuesday, October 15th. More information to follow after registration closes.

In order to support the educational needs of the students at Prussing School, a school fee is necessary. Materials and supplies are ordered each year to supplement the core program.

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Payment can only be made electronically through e-pay. Unfortunately, the school will not be able to collect cash or checks.

Under certain or extenuating circumstances, families may be eligible for an Application For Waiver of School Fees. Please contact Ms. Ramona Rojas (rgrojas@cps.edu) in the Main Office if you have any questions or need additional information.

Student Fees Pay For:

Some Field Trip Busses

Consumable Workbooks

Classroom Magazines

Classroom Instructional Supplies

Web-based Subscriptions

Office Supplies

Grades

5/6th - Soccer - Coach Luke

5/6th - Volleyball - Coach Alvarado

7/8th - Soccer - Mr. Parece

7/8th - Volleyball - Coach Birt

GAME SCHEDULE 7/8 Girls Volleyball:
The following games will be held in Gym #2 at Rickover Naval Academy located at 5700 W. Berteau.

9-21
Prussing v. Thorpe @10:30

9-28
Prussing v. Portage Park @ 12:00

10-5
Prussing v. Garvy @ 11:15

10-12
Prussing v. Hitch @ 10:30

10-19
Prussing V. Beaubein @ 12:00

10-26
Prussing v. Portage Park 12:00

11-2 DOUBLE HEADER
Game #1 Prussing v. Reinburs @ 9:45
Game #2 Prussing v. Thorpe @ 10:30

If you are interested in participating in school activities, such as field trips or classroom parties, read - alouds, helping with bulletin boards or with students working in small groups, you will need to apply to be a volunteer through the Chicago Public School Process.

It is highly recommended that you complete Level 1 so that you are completely covered for all events. For example, when homerooms go on a field trip, a parent needs a Level 1 status to monitor a small group. Here is a link to more information.

We cannot do it without your help at times. Please consider supporting our students and teachers with building the most engaging atmosphere possible to reach all of our students!

The Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Network 1 High School Fair will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 from 6–7:30 PM at Rickover Naval Academy. The fair is open to all 7th and 8th grade CPS students and their families from Network 1.

Parents can make an appointment with Ms. Kelly or Ms. Keiper regarding the high school selection process if they have any questions.

Important information:

25-26 GoCPS Application Cycle

Opens September 24, 2024 at 10AM!

The GoCPS application will close at 5PM on November 15, 2024.

For more information please visit: https://www.cps.edu/gocps/

October 9, 2024 - HSAT testing in English

October 16, 2024 - HSAT testing in other languages

Upcoming:

September is Suicide Prevention month - Dial 988 for the suicide and crisis hotline

If you have any questions or concerns please contact us:

Ms. Kelly

mkelly1@cps.edu

Mrs. Keiper

ekeiper@cps.edu

School phone: 773-534-3460

The Fall Scholastic Book Fair is coming to Prussing October 22-24!

We understand that when students come back to school, the "cold season" begins, there are a lot of colds that tend to be shared. However, attendance is imperative! If your child is not running a fever, throwing up, or have other issues that would strongly interfere with their learning, it is suggested that they come to school. The nurse is here for urgent care, when needed, and teachers will be monitoring student illnesses in their classroom. Students will only be sent to the nurse if the teacher feels nursing services are needed.