Originally delivered on 11/3/2024 1:32 pm

SUBJECT: Sprague Pulse | Week of November 3rd

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Weekly Newsletter - November 3, 2024
President's Message

Hi Sprague Community, 

We hope you all enjoyed a festive Halloween and a joyful Diwali with family and friends!

We're excited to announce our upcoming Book Fair this month—a wonderful opportunity to find gifts for upcoming birthdays and holidays. It's a great way to encourage reading and find something special for everyone on your list! Thank you to Liz Cheron & Hadley Stephens for organizing!

Read below for more details about the fair dates and hours. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating a love for reading with our community!

Shop & Dine for Sprague

Holiday season is coming... and you can order Holiday Cards through Minted or Shutterfly to benefit Sprague – details about these and other fundraising opportunities are available below & online!

Grade 3 & 4 Grade Social Hosts Needed

Email us if you're interested in hosting a casual get-together for Grade 3 or 4! 


Rose & Wendy

Sprague PTO Calendar
Monday, November 4
Children's Book Week
Tuesday, November 5
Children's Book Week
Wednesday, November 6
Children's Book Week
7:45a Walk/Bike/Roll-to-School
8:35a PTO Meeting
4:00p Qdoba Fundraiser Event
Thursday, November 7
Children's Book Week
Friday, November 8
Children's Book Week
National STEM/STEAM Day
Saturday, November 9
Children's Book Week
Walk/Ride/Roll-to-School: Wednesday, November 6

All are encouraged to join by walking or rolling to school! Meet Ms. Flitsch, P.E. teacher, and the Sprague parent volunteers at the Sprague main entrance to receive your footie necklace.

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PTO Meeting: Wednesday, November 6

Join us for our PTO meeting on Wednesday, November 6th! We will be gathering in the Sprague Library or, if you prefer, you can join us virtually via Google Meet

This is a great opportunity to connect with other parents, discuss upcoming events, and share your ideas for the school year. We look forward to seeing you there and working together to make this year amazing for our students!

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Upcoming Grade Socials

Grade

Date
TimeHostRSVP Link
KNov. 8
7:00 - 10:00 pm
Hayes Family
RSVP
1stNov.157:30 - 9:30 pm
Benedikt & Newman Families
RSVP
2ndNov. 157:00 - 10:00 pmDrummond & Cross FamiliesRSVP
5thNov. 87:00 - 10:00 pmSpivak FamilyRSVP
Events & Programs
CAS
Creative Arts and Sciences (CAS)

LAST WEEK'S EVENTS

It was a busy week as always in the world of CAS events! Puddlestompers visited first grade; third graders were visited by a member of the Plimoth Pawtuxet Museum for the "People of the Dawn" program; second graders went on their very first field trip to the Harvard Museum of Natural History; and Ms. Catherine visited from The Discovery Museum to teach kindergarteners about the weather.

Finally, Mannie Nogueira, professional BMX rider, visited Sprague on Wednesday for two assemblies. He dazzled the students and staff with amazing and gravity-defying tricks, all while communicating important messages that tie in with our HEART values - be kind, be supportive, support each other, never give up and the Golden Rule.

Learn more about CAS and all last week's events and email cas@spragueschoolpto.com with questions!

Merchant Fundraisers
📚Volunteer at Book Fair Nov. 18-22!📚

The Sprague Book Fair is back, just in time for all your holiday shopping and cozy winter reading! Each class will attend the Book Fair during the week of November 18th - 22nd. 

This year we are excited to welcome Best Book Fairs to Sprague!

Volunteers are needed to make this a successful experience. Find a time to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080844A5AF2FA02-52922752-2024#/

The classes visiting during each slot are noted--you're welcome to volunteer to work the sale during your child's class visit or to pick another time to volunteer and shop with your child during their visit.

Finally, mark your calendar for Wednesday, November 20th when Book Fair opens early for before school shopping! Please email bookfair@spragueschoolpto.com with any questions.

Merchant Fundraisers
Join the Sprague Turkey Trot Team

Running Wellesley's Turkey Trot? 🦃 Join the Sprague Elementary School Team and help us win an award for Largest School Team! Please note that Fun Run entrants do not count toward the team total, but Sprague PTO will be giving a very special "footie" to all Sprague students who participate!

Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Wellesley/WellesleyTurkeyTrot

We'll be in touch with meetup instructions closer to the event. Gobble, gobble!

Merchant Fundraisers
Shop & Dine for Sprague!

All our fundraising efforts can be found here. Please check for more details. 


  • The Painting Place
    • Every Wednesday starting November 6 drop your kids off at an early-release class for 15% back to Sprague PTO! Sign up in advance online and be sure to check the Sprague box at checkout. Next dates: Nov. 13, Nov. 20, Dec. 4, Dec. 11, Dec. 18
    • Special Christmas Tree/Menorah Paint  Night Event: Thursday, November 21, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Sign up!


  • Oath Pizza: Veteran's Day November 11 order online or in person. If anyone brings a veteran friend or family member with them... the Veterans eat for free!


  • Fiorella's Express will donate 15% of sales November 13, December 11, January 8.
    • Either Call 781.694.8800 - mention Sprague PTO fundraiser or order at https://www.fiorellas.com/and Select Sprague PTO from the fundraiser section at the top of the page & add it to your order before checking out.


  • Fat Brain Toys: $10 Off Orders of $100 or More use Promo Code: RS-2324 $25 Off Orders of $150 or More use Promo Code: VC-7782. Expires Thursday, November 7th, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.CST. 



  • Boston Ski + Tennis: Follow the directions to use a Google Form for the BST School Program and select Wellesley, then Sprague Elementary.


  • Thrive Market: Get 30% off your purchase & a $60 FREE gift when you join Thrive Market! Start shopping here


  • Robotfun Academy: Register here for any remaining Fall semester, upcoming Spring semester class, or Summer Camp for 5% back!
    • Type "Sprague PTO" in the booking registration form under question of  "How do you hear about us?"


  • White Dahlia Collection: A U.S.-based fine jewelry brand that disrupts the notion of fine jewelry and offers everyday elegance with trendy pieces. Shop White Dahlia Collection here and 20% of sales go back to the Sprague PTO.


Learn more about our Fundraising Program!

Want to recommend a partner?Email us!

Show Your Sprague Spirit!

Spikey got a glow-up, which means it's time to update your Sprague swag! 


Order your Sprague gear from 1stPlaceSpiritwear

Yearbook
Send in Yearbook Photos

The yearbook team is already hard at work gathering memories for the yearbook. Send in any Sprague event or playground pics - to yearbook@spragueschoolpto.com

Community - WPS
SEPAC

The Wellesley Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is made up of parents and caregivers whose children receive special education services (IEPs) or accommodations (504 plans). The SEPAC advises the district on matters relating to the education and safety of students with disabilities AND provides support and community for families of children with IEPs and 504 plans or who are going through the evaluation process. 

If you’d like to learn more, share input or feedback, or just get connected, contact Sprague SEPAC rep Nicole Katz at sepac@spragueschoolpto.com

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Sprague PTO Board

Meet and connect with the Board.

Interested in joining as a Co-Chair or Committee Member? Email presidents or the relevant contact on our Board page, or join us at an upcoming PTO Meeting to learn more.

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