Originally delivered on 11/17/2024 12:03 pm

SUBJECT: Sprague Pulse | Week of November 17th

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Weekly Newsletter - November 17, 2024
President's Message

Hi Sprague Community, 

It feels like the holiday season is fully upon us and we're so excited about everything that's going on this month. Book Fair starts tomorrow followed by the Sprague Fun Run and Toy Drive next week.

We've also added some fun fundraising activities (holiday cards! wreath making!) and ways to support our community. Read details below and check out the Sprague website for even more!

Rose & Wendy

Sprague PTO Calendar
Upcoming Events
Monday, November 18
Sprague Book Fair
Tuesday, November 19
Sprague Book Fair
Wednesday, November 20
Sprague Book Fair
Education Support Professionals Day
12:00p Painting Place Fundraiser
Thursday, November 21
Sprague Book Fair
Parent Involvement Day
Friday, November 22
Sprague Book Fair
Wednesday, November 27
2nd Annual Fun Run/Walk & Food Drive
12:00p Painting Place Fundraiser
Events & Programs
Merchant Fundraisers
📚Everything You Need to Know about Book Fair!📚

Sprague’s 2024 Book Fair is this week! See when your child’s class visits here and send them with cash in an envelope with their name on it. You can shop with your child’s class or come to the before school shopping event on Wednesday, November 20 from 7:30am - 8:30am. 

Don't miss out on this opportunity to get ahead on your holiday shopping, and make sure to check out the teachers' wish list baskets of books for their classrooms while you're at the fair. You can check out Book Fair FAQ and sign up to volunteer.

Fun Run
Two Ways to Give Back With Sprague in November

There's no better way to get into the holiday spirit than giving back to our community with our families. 

🚂🧸Toy Drive Donations🧸🚂

Donations for Kids Backing Kids will be collected curbside at carline during drop-off from Monday, November 25th through Wednesday, November 27th, or at the bin inside the main entrance. Let's meet our goal of collecting 150 toys for this great program!

Guidelines for toy donations:

  • Toys must be new

  • In the original packaging

  • Gifts can be small ($5), medium ($10-$15), or bigger ($20+) 


👟Second Annual Fun Run!👟

Wednesday, November 27th, dress in your neon leg warmers, parachute pants and shoulder pads for our 80s themed Fun Run! Visit our News & Events page for more info.

In Search of Toy Drive and Fun Run Volunteers!

We are in need of parent volunteers to help us collect toys at drop-off and support our children in the Fun Run. There are a variety of times available from November 25th to November 27th. Fill out this Sign-Up Genius to choose a time (or two!) to volunteer. 


For questions about the event or volunteering, please contact Lauren Grignaffini-Morris or Kathy Newberry.

Your Sprague SEPAC rep wants to connect with you!

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). Here at Sprague, we'd love to build community and engagement in this area. If you'd like to receive occasional communications from our Sprague SEPAC rep with updates from the SEPAC as well as hear about opportunities to connect with other families, please complete this opt-in form

Turkey Trot
Join the Sprague Turkey Trot Team

Running Wellesley's Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day? 🦃 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!

Join the Sprague Elementary School team.

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

Merchant Fundraisers
Shop & Dine for Sprague

Here are some great ways to support Sprague this week:

Wednesday, November 20:

  • The Painting PlaceDrop 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: Dec. 4, Dec. 11, Dec. 18
    • Special Christmas Tree/Menorah Paint  Night Event: Thursday, November 21, 6-9 p.m. Sign up here!
  • Minted: Get your holiday cards from Minted.com and save 20% on your order while earning 15% back for Sprague. Use code FUNDRAISESPRAGUE at checkout.

Coming up soon:

  • Isabel Harvey Shopping Night: Join us for wine, cheese and an evening of shopping December 5 from 6-7:30 p.m. and 15% of proceeds go to Sprague.
  • Wreath making workshop at Sweet Meadow Farm: On December 6 from 6:30-8 p.m. create a farm fresh wreath to celebrate the holiday season and take a tour to meet over 50 unique animals! 10% of proceeds benefit Sprague! Sign up here!


And check out some great ongoing opportunities by visiting the Sprague PTO website. Want to recommend a partner? Email us!

It's Time for Wellesley Marketplace

The region's best holiday market, Wellesley Marketplace, returns on Saturday, November 23! Shop from local makers and business owners. 100% of proceeds fund scholarships and grants supporting the local community.

Visit www.whjwc.com for tickets!

Sprague Community Highlight
Support Our Sprague Marathoners!

Training for the 2025 Boston Marathon is underway and we've got some Sprague community members gearing up for the race and raising money for some great causes.

Fourth grade parent Jenny Lee is running for Boston Children's Hospital and fifth grade teacher Ellen Banthin is running for Project Hope.

Visit their fundraising pages to learn more about their causes and how you can support!

If your Sprague family is running please let us know so we can highlight you as well. 

Email: Communications@spragueschoolpto.com


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

Stay Connected
Sprague PTO's Socials

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Share your photos with social.media@spragueschoolpto.com

Sprague Family Directory

Find a friend on Sprague's Family Directory.

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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