Thank you to our middle school students who hosted our Pre-K kiddos for Yoga class this week. Pre-K students learned how to practice different yoga poses and mindfulness with their middle school buddies. Thank you, Ms. DeCamp, for teaching these classes and helping us create a space for good health, a positive mindset, and reducing stress.
Family Art Night (part #1) is TONIGHT at 6:30 pm! Join us for this fun evening at EPS as we create masterpieces with our families and friends. #ARTnight
100 DAYS SMARTER! Today was our 100th day of school for our 1st-8th graders. Students enjoyed collaborating with other grades and sharing different fun learning activities. #100days
Music to our ears! Join our 8th-grade band students from East Prairie School, who will play in a concert at Niles North High School TONIGHT. Students will perform with other 8th-grade students from our neighboring Skokie schools and the Niles North High School band. The Concert begins at 7 pm in the Niles North High School Auditorium. This performance is FREE.
Our next virtual PTA Social will be TONIGHT, Tuesday, February 4th, at 7:00 PM. The meeting link was sent to all families via email.
STAFF SPOTLIGHT! This week, we spotlight an incredible member of our EPS family, Mrs Hayes. Mrs Hayes has been a part of our EPS family for many years, and her commitment to caring for others is evident in everything she does. Thank you for being an exceptional role model for kids and adults alike! We truly appreciate all you do! #staffSPOTLIGHT
Save the date! Thursday, February 6th, 6:00 PM -7:00 PM. Please join us in coming together and creating a piece of art that shows how we are all interconnected.
Middle School students spend time every day supporting and helping our young learners. Thank you to ALL our middle school helpers for all you do to support our EPS community.
Thank you to our Cheer Coach, Ms Spedale, and our cheerleaders for ensuring every EPS game is full of team spirit and fun.
Earlier this month, our staff participated in a series of staff-led presentations, where teachers shared valuable strategies, tools, and techniques to enhance student learning. A big thank you to everyone who led and attended these sessions—we’re stronger when we learn together!
Our 6th graders worked on vocabulary word sorts in small teams. This helps students improve their vocabulary and categorization skills and learn to organize concepts.
Thank you to our fantastic PTA, EPS staff, and families who enjoyed International Night last night. Our EPS community came together to enjoy international foods, lots of fun, and great connections.
This week, our staff came together as teams to align on an upcoming writing standard. Through collaboration, we ensure that every student has the tools and guidance they need to succeed as strong, confident writers. #Writing #Collaboration
Join us TONIGHT at 6:00 pm for our international night! This will be a delicious, multicultural feast at EPS. Please join us as we bring families together for an evening of good company, delicious home-cooked food, and music from around the world.
The EPS Snack Shack is officially open! Stop by during home varsity boys basketball games to grab a snack or sweet treat, all while supporting Student Council. See you there!
"Give every day the chance to become the most beautiful day of your life." -Twain
Middle School students used critical thinking skills as they learned about Mark Twain and dressed the part. #middleSCHOOL
We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow. This message was shared with our EPS families this evening.
REMINDER: No school will be held tomorrow in observance of MLK Day. We look forward to welcoming students back to the building on Tuesday, January 21st.
Join us tonight at 7:00 PM for our Board of Education meeting. The meeting will occur in our Plotkin Boardroom; please enter through the circle drive entrance.
MAP testing begins tomorrow and continues through the week for all our students in K-8. Please help your child by ensuring they get plenty of rest the night before, have a healthy breakfast, and come to school on time. We look forward to a successful week of testing.
