4th-Grade Opera for the Young - March 10

2/8/2026 2:01 am

Prospect 4th-grade students are in the midst of learning about opera! They discovered what characterizes the opera genre, the voice parts typically used in opera, and they will explore how other art forms collaborate to create a production with sets, costumes, dance, lighting, props, scripts and acoustics.

To authentically culminate their exploration of opera, students have the opportunity to perform short cameo roles alongside professional opera singers in a performance assembly of Donizetti’s famous opera “The Elixir of Love.” Please note that the majority of the opera will be performed by the visiting opera singers. Prospect students have 4 short song snippets - about 6 minutes - they they will perform. Adapted specifically for young students, this opera will be in English, have some spoken dialogue, and is only about 45 minutes long, with a question and answer session at the end. For specific information about the date, time, student attire and practice materials, please read the informational flyer.

Love Your Library - Donate a Book

2/8/2026 2:00 am

Looking for a great way to make a lasting contribution to Prospect School? Donate a book to the Prospect Library! Mrs. Swanson and Mrs. Bodrozic have added books to this Amazon Wishlist that we would like for the library. Simply choose an item, ADD YOUR CHILD'S NAME AND CLASS TO THE "GIFT MESSAGE" and buy it. Then it will be shipped to Prospect. Your child’s name and school photo will be placed in the front of the book. When it’s ready, we will offer it to them to check out first, if they are interested. If needed, we will keep adding to the wishlist until the end of February. Thank you so much for showing our Prospect library some love with new books!

D181 Community Speaker Series Webinar Next Week

2/8/2026 1:00 am

Prospect Prides

2/7/2026 12:00 am

Thanks to all the parents who attended Golf Night Out! It was a snowy evening, but a great time was had by all.

A special thank you to Renee Storie, Jackie Mason, Audrey Crouse, and Parul Thukral for organizing and managing the event.

A BIG thank you to Phil Pedi and his amazing staff of Warehouse Golf for hosting our PTO.

Additional thanks to our sponsors, Home Run Inn for providing delicious catering and Filkins Vineyards for running the wine tasting.

A Note from the Principal

1/31/2026 11:10 pm

Please check out this week's SMORE from Principal Cummings!

International Night!!!

1/31/2026 11:10 pm

One World Night!!
📍 Prospect Elementary
📅 Thursday, February 5th
⏰ 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Come see the following showcases by classmates and enjoy a celebration of cultures:
Greek Dance
Persian Classical Music
Italian Tarantella Dance
Palestinian Poem Reading
Indian Dance
Japanese Sword Demonstration
Chinese Opera Video and Candy art

Get Ready for Spirit Week: February 9-13!

1/31/2026 11:06 pm

Do you HEART Prospect?

1/31/2026 11:05 pm

Support Prospect PTO and enjoy heart-shaped pizzas just in time for Valentine's Day! Choose from a variety of take-and-bake pizzas, a DIY personal pizza kit, as well as salads and desserts for an easy and fun meal. Follow the QR code or click this link to order. Pick-up will be at the end of the school day on Friday, February 13th.

Tickets are Selling Quickly -- Don't Miss Out on Panther Prom!

1/31/2026 11:04 pm

A throw-back prom-themed event featuring music spun from the 1990s and 2000s, a photo booth, raffle prizes, and more! This is a great way to have a fun adult night out while also raising money for the Prospect PTO. The PTO finances school assemblies, student clubs, teacher support, classroom parties, Science Week, One World Night, One Book One School and SO MUCH MORE.

Saturday, March 7
7:00-10:00 PM
Hinsdale Golf Club

Cost: $125 per person includes heavy appetizers and drink tickets.

Attire: Feel free to lean into the theme or stick to classic cocktail attire. (In keeping with Hinsdale Golf Club policy, denim is not allowed.)

Flowers: Get ready for your prom pictures by purchasing a wrist corsage and boutonniere, made by former Prospect 2nd grade teacher, Mrs. Turrentine! These will feature white flowers that will match any outfit. Pick-up onsite.

Transportation: Book a ride in style with Chicago Original Limousine and mention Prospect for $10 off your ride (plus a portion of the ride will go back to the PTO). This offer is valid for the entire month of March, so please consider this for your spring break airport transit as well!

Official Prom After Party: Head down the road to DJs after the event for the official after-prom party! A portion of the sales for the evening will generously be donated back to the PTO, plus they are keeping the kitchen open late featuring Panther Potato Chips to satisfy your late-night cravings.

Raffle coming soon!

Click here for tickets, corsages, and "Buy It Now" items.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Gold
Home Run Inn
Meade
Melissa Montayne

Friends of Prospect
Turano Bakery
CHT
Band and Wire
Rooted Chiropractic

Discount on After School Programs

1/31/2026 10:54 pm

The proceeds from the following after school programs, all offered at a $20 discount, will benefit the Prospect PTO. This is a win-win if you are already planning to sign your child up for any of these programs. You get a discount and the PTO benefits!

NEW! Crayola Kids Art Academy Gift Certificate
Good for spring session running from March 20-May 15

Elementary Golf School Gift Certificate
Good for the spring session of after school golf lessons starting in April 2026

Language Labs Gift Certificate - French
Gift certificate for French club Fall 2026 session

Click here to purchase. Thank you to the Chess Club, Language Labs, Elementary School Golf, Crayola Kids Art Academy, and Maureen Claffy Art Academy for your partnership.