Good afternoon Prairie Trail Families,

We have had a fun week learning about different careers, celebrating our love of reading, and watching or performing in the fabulous 3rd grade MOO-sical.

Thanksgiving is a time for reflection and gratitude, a moment to appreciate the blessings in our lives. As we approach this special holiday, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks to all the PTE students, staff, and families.

I am thankful for our fabulous students. Their enthusiasm, curiosity, and imaginations inspire us every day. I am also grateful for our exceptional staff members. From teachers to paraprofessionals, custodians to cafeteria workers - each one plays an integral role in creating a positive, fun, and loving learning environment for our Texans. Lastly, but certainly not least, I want to extend my deepest appreciation to all our families. Your support and involvement make all the difference in fostering a strong partnership between home and school.

Wishing you all a joyful Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and gratitude!

See you on Nov. 27th,

Wendi Vaughn

Principal

Check out all of our characters in the parade this morning!

ADOPT AN ANGEL HERE! (OPEN FROM NOV. 6-DEC. 6)

We have over 2500 students on the Adopt an Angel list from Lewisville ISD so we could use your help adopting or donating.

QUESTIONS: stameya@lisd.net OR CALL 214-543-6717

OTHER WAYS TO DONATE

Here is the website with all information on how to adopt, donate, deliver, and more. https://bit.ly/LISDADOPTANANGEL

WHY THE JINGLE BELL JOG?

● This 28-year Prairie Trail tradition promotes lifetime fitness & wellness! 💪

● Kids develop a lifelong love of running 🏃‍♂️🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏿🏃🏽‍♀️

● Marcus XC runners have served as PTE role models & school partners for 28 years. This partnership is still going strong! 💛

THE DETAILS:

Due to increased security, parents must pre-register to attend. Please click HERE to register.

Each grade level will jog during their designated time listed below. Please note, this may not be their regular Specials time. Kinder will be spectators this year and participate next year.

● 8:00-8:50 4th grade

● 8:55-9:45 2nd grade

● 9:50-10:40 3rd grade

● 10:45-11:35 5th grade

● 11:40-12:30 1st grade

HOW CAN YOU HELP?

● Penny Fridays! Penny Fridays raise $$ for scholarships for the Marcus XC runners who have partnered with Prairie Trail for more than 25 years!

● GATORADE NEEDED: We need gatorade donations to rehydrate those thirsty kiddos after they run! Click the link to donate gatorade, then drop it off at the school at any time through Wednesday, December 6th.

PENNY FRIDAYS - ONLY ONE MORE WEEK! (FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1ST)

Penny Friday is our annual community service project to raise money for Marcus Cross Country scholarships. The Marcus Cross Country team has partnered with Prairie Trail and celebrated our Jingle Bell Jog with us for 28 years. ❤️

SCHOLARSHIP GOAL: $2000

$$ RAISED as of 11/17: $1,207.71 (We’re more than halfway there!)

A HUGE thank you to the generous families and kiddos who have donated so far! We have just 1 week left after the break, so look under those couch cushions, check the car consoles, raid those piggy banks & send in those dollars & coins by 12/1 to help support our Marcus XC team!

Totals after 4 weeks:

2nd Grade - $413.61

5th Grade - $311.76

1st Grade - $165.24

4th Grade - $143.69

3rd Grade - $122.49

Kinder - $50.92

Reminder: No school November 20th - 24th for the Thanksgiving holiday break.

It is that time of year for the annual Staff Cookie Exchange. This is an absolute favorite of staff members. They enjoy the sweet treats you share each year. Please review the available slots by clicking on this LINK. Thank you!

WOW, Prairie Trail! Thanks to your incredible support, our recent Texas Roadhouse fundraiser was a huge success - raising an unbelievable $729 for our school! Hopefully it helped you check at least 1 item off your Thanksgiving menus as well!!!

A massive shoutout to each and everyone one of you who participated. Your enthusiasm and generosity have truly made a difference!

FALL SPIRIT WEAR - LAST DAY TO ORDER IS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH

Looking for the PERFECT holiday gift for your Prairie Trail Texan? We’ve got HOODIES!!!! Prairie Trail Hoodies to be exact! Available in youth and adult size in ALL the colors you see here - including PINK!

CLICK HERE to pre-order your hoodies today & get ‘em before they’re gone! They’re ONLY available by preorder NOW THRU NOVEMBER 19th!

All orders will be delivered in early December.

Following Prairie Trail PTA holiday tradition, we’re hosting our annual holiday staff luncheon on Thursday, December 7th.

Want to show your appreciation for the favorite teacher(s) in your life? Click HERE to sponsor a meal and/or treat for a staff member (or 2 or 3…)

$15 pays for a staff member’s lunch, catered from Salerno’s.🇮🇹

$5 pays for a delicious pie from Buttermilk Sky Pies. 🥧

$20 covers both! 😋

Let’s show those teachers some holiday spirit & love! ❄️❤️

Are you ready for our EPIC annual holiday party with the kiddos?! The grade-wide class holiday parties are back in the gym at PTE this year complete with snowball fights & more!

We’ll need all the volunteer help we can get to make it the BEST party ever for our kiddos. Each grade will rotate through the party during their regular specials time (times listed below), but there are 3 volunteer shifts to choose from. Feel free to sign up for 1 (or 2) shifts and then stick around to hang with your child during their party time.

Click HERE to volunteer and help us make this the best holiday party ever! Please note, ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST HAVE AN APPROVED BACKGROUND CHECK IN VOLY TO SIGNUP

Can’t volunteer but just stopping by to hang out with your kiddo during the parties?

Pre-registration for volunteers AND visitors is required this year. CLICK HERE to pre-register for class parties.

Party Times:

• 2nd Grade - 8:50 am - 9:40 am
• 3rd Grade - 9:45 am - 10:35 am
• 5th Grade - 10:40 am - 11:30 am
• 1st Grade - 12:05 pm - 12:55 pm
• Kinder - 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
• 4th Grade - 1:55 pm - 2:45 pm

Not sure if you have an approved background check on file? Go to https://lewisvilleisd.voly.org/volunteer/login.html and click "My Applications". If you see 4 green boxes, then you are good to go. If not, please complete the necessary steps for approval before signing up.

Did you know that our Spring Fest Silent Auction funds almost EVERYTHING we do as a PTA? That includes things like Trunk or Treat, field trips, game & movie nights, playground shade structures & equipment, school & classroom supplies, and so much more!

But we can’t do it alone. We’re currently in the planning stages for the 2024 Spring Fest & Silent Auction & we NEED YOUR HELP!

We have many areas (big & small!) where we could use some extra help to make the event & auction a success. Whether it’s making phone calls, doing data entry, working with print vendors, writing, photography, gift basket assembly, graphic design, or donation transportation, we have a role for you!

Take a minute to check out the google slides from our Auction Kick-off Meeting held earlier this week, and see if there’s an area where you’d like to help. Then fill out the short google survey at the end and let us know!

Questions? Contact Cortney at silentauction@prairietrailpta.org

Dad, Papá, Baba, Grandpa, Uncle, Papaw, Father, Abuelo, Daddy…whatever name the special kiddo in your life may call you, Prairie Trail NEEDS YOU!!!

Did you miss the kickoff event? No worries! You can still be a part of the Watch D.O.G.S.

How do you get started?

• Make sure you have an updated Background Check Volunteer / Home
• Background Checks have to be done every year.
• Read through the slide deck from last night's event: Linked HERE!
• Don't forget the Safety and Security slides: Linked HERE!
• Optional - Order a shirt https://shop.dadsofgreatstudents.com/shop-all/

***Need more info? Please email Matthew Kulik watchdogs@prairietrailpta.org or Amber Bearden, VP of Volunteers volunteers@prairietrailpta.org.

✋🙋🏽‍♀️🙋‍♀️HELP WANTED🙋🏻‍♂️🙋🏾‍♂️✋: We have a LOT of volunteer opportunities in the month of December, and we would LOVE to see your smiling faces! Click the links below to learn more and sign up to volunteer. We can’t wait to see you! :)

📚📚November/December LIBRARY HELPERS📚📚

🔖🔖November/December COPY ROOM HELPERS🔖🔖

🐶 WATCH D.O.G.S. (Dads of Great Students) Fall 2023 🐾

For ALL the latest info & more upcoming events, hop on over to our PTA WEBSITE at www.prairietrailpta.org. 🌐👀

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Recognize Someone submissions are open again! Would you like to recognize a staff member at Prairie Trail or LISD, click here to type a quick note. It will be printed on a nice post card and delivered to that staff member. It is free for you, but worth so much!! :)

https://www.lisd.net/recognize

We are in week 4 of the goal setting unit. Check out what your child is learning about setting goals.

English

Spanish

For links to all the lessons for the rest of the year, CLICK HERE.

When kids start to go online, whether they're playing multiplayer games, using educational apps, or just following their curiosity on Google, it's important that they understand the basics of online privacy and safety. With some general guidelines around what information is and isn't OK to share, and some help from parents when they're unsure, kids can have fun and learn a lot in the digital world.

Check out these 5 tips: English or Español

For more information visit: commonsensemedia.org

Come see the Art Show this weekend at the Flower Mound Public Library.

The show will run Nov. 6th to Nov. 27th

Where?

3030 Broadmoor Ln, Flower Mound, TX 75022, U

Library Hours:

Monday - Thursday. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday 1 - 5 p.m

https://www.smore.com/c16u2-the-thoughtful-artists

• November Elementary Breakfast Menu

• November Lunch Menu

To get to your child's meal account: RevTrack link

Click to read October’s issue of The Feed, Child Nutrition’s monthly newsletter for the 2023-2024 school year for updates, contact information and more! https://bit.ly/TheFeedOct23

Check out dates for the school year.

• 13th-17th - College and Career Week
• 16th - PTA Meeting and 3rd Grade Program - 6:30 pm
• 17th - Picture Book Character Dress-up Day for Parade
• 17th - Penny Friday
• 20th-24th - Thanksgiving Holiday Break - No School
• 27th - Back to School after break

• 1st - Spelling Bee 8:30 am
• 1st - Dress like a Grinch/Wear Green
• 1st - Progress Reports
• 4th - Texan Santa (Western Festive)
• 7th - Lamar Concert Choir, Band, and Orchestra
• 8th - Jingle Bell Jog (wear JBJ or PTE spirit shirts and/or festive)
• 8th - Cookie Exchange donations due
• 11th - 2nd Grade Gingerbread Kid Caper Plays - Benton at 8:00 am and Quezada at 8:30 am
• 12th - 2nd Grade Gingerbread Kid Caper Plays - Crosby at 8:00 am and Pfeifer at 8:30 am
• 13th - 2nd Grade Gingerbread Kid Caper Plays - Dual classes at 8:00 am
• 13th - Wear Ugly Holiday Sweaters
• 14th - Holiday Parties - Wear Pajamas
• 15th - 11:45 am Early Dismissal - Last day of school for 2023
• 15th - End of the 2nd 9-weeks and 1st semester
• 16th-January 3rd - Holiday Break - No School

• November 20-24 - Thanksgiving Holiday - No School
• December 8th - Jingle Bell Jog
• December 14th - Holiday Parties
• February 14th - Friendship (Valentine's Day) Parties
• February 27th - Talent Show
• March 7th - Open House
• April 12th - Spring Fest
• April 17th - Reading and Writing STAAR (3rd-5th grades)
• April 18th - Spring Picture Day (Individual and Class)
• April 24th - Science STAAR (5th grade)
• May 2nd - Math STAAR (3rd-5th grades)
• May 10th - Field Day (May 16th is rain out day)
• May 22nd - 5th Grade Celebration
• May 23rd - Last Day of School

Need some ideas to keep the kind acts going? Check out the Random Acts of Kindness Calendar below. One kind act can change someone's day!

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
Twitter: @PrairieTrailES