The Texan Star August 12th

Good Evening PTE Families!

We are so excited for our first day of school for the 2024-2025 school year! We can’t wait to see everyone bright and early tomorrow morning.

I have just a few things to go over before tomorrow morning.

Arrival and Dismissal has not changed from previous years. However, please review the links below so everyone is on the same page about expectations and procedures.

1st Day of School Drop-off

• Due to safety and security protocols, only Kinder parents will be allowed into the building on the first day of school. Kinder parents signed up for a time with your child’s teacher.

• We will have lots of photo opportunities for you to take of your child’s picture outside the building. You will need to get here early to take advantage of the photo opportunities.

• We will also have lots of staff ready to escort any students to their class who may need assistance once in the building.

• Doors will open at 7:15 am.

NOTE: Dismissal First Few Days of School

***During the first few days of school, dismissal will take longer than normal. We are all learning the new routines and making sure everyone is in the correct spot. Safety will be our #1 priority. Expect Car Riders to take at least 45 minutes, maybe longer. This will get faster. We are usually able to get car riders dismissed within 15 minutes. However, this will not be the case especially on the first day of school. Please be patient with us and plan accordingly.

Thursday, August 15 is individual school picture day. Please see the information below to place an order.

I can't wait to see everyone tomorrow morning!

Sincerely,

Wendi Vaughn

Principal

Prairie Trail ES

Attention Prairie Trail Parents and Guardians! We are excited to invite you to our Parent University, an opportunity for you to get a firsthand look at what daily life will be like for your child this school year.

Dates and Times:

● 2nd Grade: Thursday, August 15th, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

● 3rd Grade: Thursday, August 15th, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

● 4th Grade: Tuesday, August 20th, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

● 5th Grade: Tuesday, August 20th, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Who: Parents/Guardians only, please.

Leave the kids at home and head over to your child’s classroom where you’ll learn about the exciting activities and routines they’ll experience every day. This is a great chance to get all your questions answered and see how you can support your child's learning journey.

Thursday, August 15 is picture day at PTE!

You can pre-order today on mylifetouch.com with your child's student ID or picture day ID: EVTF7726B

Please call the office if you have questions, 469-713-5980.

📣📣 ATTENTION!! 📣📣 1st-4th Grade Parents!

This year our 1st-4th graders will be getting the newest version of iPads. This is very good news and we are excited that this was approved by our voters in the technology package of the bond.

The new iPads need a USB-C jack for the charger and headphones. This is a different jack from what the majority of headphones come with. In order for the headphones that are in the wrap packs to be compatible with the new iPads, an adapter is needed. Here is the best part, LISD has purchased adapters for students who do not have headphones with the new USB-C jack!

Again, this is for 1st-4th graders ONLY.

If you are a Kinder or 5th grade parent, your child will use the more common headphone S-jack. No need for an adapter.

Thank you for your support. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions.

If you are still needing to get school supplies, here is the 2024-2025 list.

If you order a wrap pack from PTA, those will be delivered to your child's classroom.

Here are the menus for August:

• Elementary Breakfast Menu
• Elementary Lunch Menu

We have several students with outstanding cafeteria accounts. Please check to make sure your child does not owe any money. RevTrack Link

If you would like to donate to the Angel account, please see the link below. This goes to help those who might need a little extra help.

https://lewisville.revtrak.net/r6#/v/ptes-angel-lunch-account-donation

Lewisville ISD's volunteer site, VOLY, is up and ready for the new school year. If you plan to volunteer on campus at any point in the 2024-2025 school year, please either create a VOLY account or renew your account from last year. LISD's VOLY site is Lewisvilleisd.voly.org. There is also a VOLY app you can use, found in the app store for your phone provider.

Remember that our VOLY site allows for the site to be translated to your family's home language. Look for the language drop down button at the top of the page.

Questions? Reach out to Partnerships@Lisd.net and we will be happy to assist.

If you have not already done so, you can pick up your yearbook from the front office. There is someone in the office every day from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday-Friday.

• 13th - First Day of School - 1st-5th walk to class independently
  
• 13th - Kinder families sign-up for a time with their child's teacher to walk child to his/her classroom starting at 7:20 am
• 13th - PTA hosts Tears and Cheers for all families.
• 14th - All students will walk independently into school. We will have lots of people ready to help them get to the correct place.
• 15th - Individual School Picture Day
• 15th - 2nd Grade - Parent University - 5:00-6:00 (parents only if possible)
• 15th - 3rd Grade - Parent University - 6:00-7:00 (parents only if possible)
• 20th - 4th Grade - Parent University - 5:00-6:00 (parents only if possible)
• 20th - 5th Grade - Parent University - 6:00-7:00 (parents only if possible)
• 30th - 5th Grade Run with the Marauders - Marcus Football Stadium - 6:30 pm

Whether you shed a few tears or jump for joy, we're here for you! Stop by the table outside the cafeteria doors after the first day drop-off on Tuesday, August 13 at 7:15 a.m. Enjoy some coffee and pastries while connecting with other parents, sharing experiences and making new friends within our school community on the first day of school. Everyone is welcome to attend!

Who’s ready to VOLUNTEER this year? Whether you want to pitch in just once or make it a regular thing, we’ve got something for everyone!

STEP 1: Take this super quick SURVEY by Monday, 8/19!

English: https://tinyurl.com/PTE2425Volunteers

Español: https://tinyurl.com/PTE2425Voluntarios

STEP 2: Head on over to VOLY to complete your background check so you’re all set for the FUN ahead! https://lewisvilleisd.voly.org/

Can’t wait to see you all getting involved—let’s make this year the best one yet!

Our PTA membership drive is in full swing, and we need YOU to make this year the best yet! We had such amazing support from our families last year. Can we do it again this year?

We will have fun prizes for our kids and their teachers!

Popcorn Party for each class with 100% participation!

Donuts for the top class in each grade PLUS a special gift card for their amazing teacher!

Extra Recess for the top grade, led by our incredible PT Padres!

Ultimate Challenge: If we reach 500 memberships, our very own Mrs. Vaughn will spend the night on the roof!

Sign up tonight at Meet the Teacher or skip the line and sign up online now! Just make sure to select your child's teacher so their classroom can get full credit. Scan the QR code or just head over to https://prairietrailpta.membershiptoolkit.com/join

Let’s come together, support our school, and make Prairie Trail shine!

Throughout the year, our PTA provides a snack pantry for kiddos who might have forgotten their snack or need a little extra support with their meals. But, we can’t do it without the generous donations from all of YOU! 🙌

Help us kick-start the year with a fully stocked snack pantry by donating a box of individually wrapped nut-free snacks like pretzels, goldfish, or applesauce pouches. Donations can be dropped off in the front office, or you can shop our Amazon wish list at https://tinyurl.com/PTESnackPantry and select “Prairie Trail Elementary” to have it shipped directly. 📦

For all the latest information, upcoming events, and more, join us in our Facebook group, follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and check out our PTA website!

Check out dates for the 2024-2025 school year at this LINK.

Email: prairietrail@lisd.net
Website: lisd.net/prairietrail
Location: 5555 Timber Creek Road, Flower Mound, TX, USA
Phone: (469)713-5980
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prairietrailes
X (Twitter): @PrairieTrailES