Dear Kindergarten Families,

Welcome to Pritchett School! We are thrilled to partner with you as your child embarks on this exciting journey into kindergarten. The kindergarten year is filled with discovery, growth, and joyful learning, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

Please take a moment to review the important links included below. These links contain essential information to ensure a smooth start to the school year:

1. Screening Sign-Up: All families must schedule a screening time for their child in August. If your child is exposed to a language other than English at home, please sign up for an additional screening to help us best support your child’s learning needs.

2. "Welcome to Kindergarten" Packet: This electronic packet includes important information about our school, key dates, and required health forms that must be completed before the school year begins. Please ensure you review this thoroughly to prepare for the upcoming year.

If you have any questions or need assistance, do not hesitate to contact our school office. We look forward to meeting your family and beginning this wonderful adventure together.

Warm regards,

Dr. Moreland, Principal
Mrs. Cummings, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Brate
Mrs. Hulings
Mrs. Patel
Mrs. Zimmerman
THE KINDERGARTEN TEAM

• General Screening Link (For All Kindergarten Students)

• Multilingual Screening Link (For Students Exposed to Another Language)

• Welcome to Kindergarten Packet (Important Information & Health Forms)

• August Kindergarten Dates

• Parent Orientation Presentation

Thank you for joining us for our student-led conferences. It was wonderful to see our students take center stage, confidently sharing their growth, achievements, and goals with you. Watching them take ownership of their learning was a powerful reminder of the bright futures ahead for each of our Panthers.

We are so proud of our Pritchett Panthers for their hard work, determination, and dedication to excellence. Their enthusiasm and creativity have brought life to our hallways and classrooms, especially as we see our Quality Work Bulletin Boards filling up with exceptional examples of student learning. It is a joy to celebrate their efforts and showcase the incredible progress they are making every day.

As we continue on this educational journey together, we want to remind you of the vital role that consistent student attendance plays in fostering success. Each day in the classroom provides meaningful opportunities for growth, connection, and learning. Thank you for your commitment to ensuring your child is here, ready to learn, and thrive.

We deeply value the partnership we have with you and are grateful for the trust you place in us to nurture and educate your children. Together, we are building a strong foundation for lifelong success. Thank you for being part of our Pritchett Panther family!

Take care and be well,
Dr. Moreland -- Principal

If you are driving your child, please note that students will not be able to enter the building nor exit their vehicle prior to 8:50 am. Staff will be present out front in our car drop-off line each morning. Students are dismissed between 3:25 pm and 3:30 pm.

Please Note:

• Cars need to approach the school traveling south on Horatio Blvd.

• Cars may only make a right-hand turn into the parking lot.

• Cars may only make a right-hand turn to exit the parking lot.

• Parents need to remain in their cars during drop-off and pick-up.

• Cars need to pull all the way forward to the marked “Stop Here” sign.

• Parents need to stay “in line.” Please follow the car ahead of you.

• Illinois State law prohibits cell phone use in a school zone.

Cars may begin lining up to pick up their child no earlier than 3:10 pm. If you plan on picking up your child at the end of the school day, please print the "Student Pick-Up Sign" linked below. Please display it on your dashboard, closest to the passenger side of the car. This particular sign lets the pick-up supervisors quickly identify your child, their grade level, and their teacher. Displaying this sign will add to the efficiency of our pick-up process. Thank you! Student Pick-Up Sign

If your child will be absent from school because of illness, doctor appointments, or vacation, please call your school’s attendance line, 847.353.5703, by 8:00 am. Please state your name, your student's name, the reason for absence, and your homeroom teacher when you call. Keeping track of all students every day is an important task and we greatly appreciate your assistance.