Prairie Elementary - USD 261

08/14/2026

School is back in session, which means we will return to our “School Year Hours” on Monday, August 17th!!

08/14/2026

🎒 What a week! 🎒

We officially survived—and thrived—during our first week back to school! From nervous morning jitters to big afternoon smiles, it’s been a week full of meeting new teachers, catching up with old friends, and getting back into the daily routine.

A huge thank you to all the amazing teachers and school staff who worked so hard to make this week special for our kids.

Here’s to a fantastic school year ahead! ✏️✨📚

08/09/2026

🎉 NEW PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY & CAMPUS COLTS GEAR HAS ARRIVED!

Gear up for the school year with custom Prairie Elementary Bulldogs and Campus Colts apparel! 🖤

Whether you're looking for t-shirts or cozy sweatshirts, we've got a variety of colors and sizes ready for you!

📍 When: Tuesday, August 11th | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

👕 Details: Items are made on-site so you can take them home with you immediately (while supplies last!)

🛍️ How to Get Yours:
In-Person: Stop by our table, near the cafeteria, on Tuesday to grab your gear!

Online: Scan the QR code in the flyer or visit https://henryandhannah.com/collections/haysville-school-spirit to preview designs or place an order in advance!

08/07/2026

Thank you to all of our Prairie families who came out to our Back to School Event! 🐾

We loved seeing so many smiling faces and can’t wait to welcome our Bulldogs back next week for an amazing school year. See you soon! ✨

08/06/2026

👀 Spotted in the community: The Building Relationships and Targeting Healthy Emotions program, a summer program in collaboration with Haysville Public Schools, recently wrapped up its fourth summer with both children and staff enjoying popsicles. Pictured is the dedicated team of counselors who helped provide 29 children and families with intensive behavioral and social skills interventions for eight weeks this summer.

The BREATHE program offers a therapeutic alternative to medication for children with symptoms of ADHD, teaching and reinforcing social skills and behavior regulation in the context of sports and recreational activities. The program, which started in 2022, has grown each year with support from our Departments of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences and Pediatrics.

08/06/2026

📬 We're excited to share that Meet Your Teacher (1st - 5th Grade) postcards will be mailed tomorrow morning for all currently enrolled students! Keep an eye on your mailbox, you'll get to scratch off the sticker to reveal your teacher. ✨

If you don't want to wait for the mail, teacher assignments will also be available in PowerSchool later this week.

We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another amazing school year! 🐾

08/05/2026

🎒Here’s what to know about Kinder Launch!

Kinder Launch thoughtfully places kindergarten students into balanced classrooms where every child can learn, grow, and feel supported.

Here’s what families can expect:

📅 Students will attend full days on August 12, 13, and 14
🏫 Kindergarten students will visit classrooms during Open House
🚫 There will be no school for kindergarten students on Monday, August 17
📞 Families will receive a call if their child’s teacher placement changes
✨ Regular kindergarten classes will begin on August 18

During Kinder Launch, students will rotate through small groups while teachers gather academic and observational information. Teachers will look at skills in areas such as colors, numbers, letters, and shapes, then work together to create balanced classes that support each child.

Thank you for partnering with us as we help every kindergartner get off to a strong start!

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07/25/2026

07/24/2026

❄️ Cool off and kick off the new school year with us! 🍧

Prairie Elementary is excited to invite all incoming and returning Prairie students and their families to our Cool Off & Kick Off Back-to-School Event!

📅 Thursday, August 6
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM

Enjoy a FREE snow cone from Mrs. Cole's Snow Cones (limit one per person), connect with other Prairie families, and help us celebrate the start of an amazing school year!

We can't wait to welcome our new students and see all of our returning Bulldogs. See you there!

07/22/2026