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Dec. 1: Open Enrollment Window for New Students Opens

The open enrollment window for new students opens TODAY (Dec. 1)! Current families with siblings not yet attending PRA and prospective families can submit lottery applications now.

Ally Delaney Serves as PRA's Charter School Parent Ambassador

Meet Ally Delaney, PRA's Charter School Parent Ambassador!

Wilkin Discusses End of Semester, Construction, PRA Gives Week and More

In her December Executive Director Video April Wilkin talks about recent surveys, upcoming final exams, the installation of the playground, and why PRA Gives Week is important for the school.

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Little Medical School STEM Classes Coming to PRA

Starting in the spring semester, elementary students can attend two Little Medical School classes after school. Learn more from the attached flyer. Sign-ups are open now.

Sign-up NOW for January Elementary Assessments

January elementary assessments will be done on Jan. 3 and Jan. 4. Use the provided links to sign up now for an assessment for each of your students.

March 31: Elementary School Dance

Mark your calendars for March 31 and get your dancing shoes ready for our elementary school family dance

Mrs. Pratt Shares Highlights, Resources on Positive Discipline

In her November Elementary Update, ES Principal Mrs. Pratt shares 3rd highlights, discipline resources, and reminders about PD days

Staff Luncheon: Donations Needed from 1st, 3rd, and 8th Families

Our December "Chili and Cookies" staff luncheon is being hosted by the 1st, 3rd, and 8th grade families. Please sign up to help!

This holiday break skate free at Skate City.

Rental skates are not included.

Nov. 16: Share Your Role Models

Share your role models with Ms. Rosebrook as a way of inspiring students during National Inspirational Role Models Month.

ES Monthly Update, October 2022

ES Volunteer Opportunities

We love our volunteers! Volunteer opportunities at the elementary school are available in the mornings and during lunch.

New year. New classes. Forever memories in the YEARBOOK

Relive the memories of the 2022-2023 school year by purchasing your yearbook!

Wholesome Food Updates

A friendly reminder to update your child's information on the Wholesome Food website.

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Get Your PRA Basketball Tickets at GoFan

Basketball tickets will be sold both through the PRA GoFan page or using a card or mobile payment at the ticket gate. Fans are encouraged to buy tickets online prior to the game.

Dec. 9-10: HS Theater Presents "Puffs! The Play"

Puffs! The Play will be performed both Dec. 9 and Dec. 10 at 7 pm. Reserve your seats now using the link provided.

LAST CALL for MS Recognition Ads

The MS yearbook has a few slots left for recognition ads. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. No ads will be accepted after Dec. 6, so get your ad placed today!

Dec. 12-15: Middle School Finals Schedule

MS final exams will be taken Dec. 12-15. Check out the full schedule for that week and study tips from Mr. Thygesen

Mr. Thygesen Shares Plans for Video Series

A video series by PRA's middle school administrators gives parents strategies to help their students thrive.

Cold Weather Guidelines

Remember to have your student dress warmly as recess will be outdoors if the temperature is 20 degrees or higher.

MS September Athlete of the Month

Congratulations to cross country runner Liberty Ley, who was the middle school Athlete of the Month for September 2022

Dec. 2: Parent Help Needed for Middle School Winter Dance

MS Student Council are looking for donations and volunteers to chaperone, serve food and clean up for the winter dance

Staff Luncheon: Donations Needed from 1st, 3rd, and 8th Families

Our December "Chili and Cookies" staff luncheon is being hosted by the 1st, 3rd, and 8th grade families. Please sign up to help!

Middle School Morning Drop Off

If students arrive before 8 am, please drop them off at the high school grass field.

Make It Stick - The Science of Successful Learning

What are our kids learning? How do they learn? Watch Steve Thygesen, Middle School Principal and Casey Baldwin, Middle School Assistant Principal discuss the science of successful learning from Make It Stick.

Principal Thygesen's Message -- Make it Stick

We just completed our first quarter, and it has been very enriching to witness the amazing academic and emotional growth your kids have made since the first quarter of last year. Thank you for choosing PRA to be a part of your lives.

Returning to Previous Middle School Lunch Schedule

On Oct. 18, the middle school will return to a bell schedule and lunch period that aligns with the high school.

VIDEO: 100% or Bust! About Last Week...

Middle school families, please watch the video by Mr. Thygesen and Ms. Baldwin about the importance and benefits of testing.

MS Video Series: PRA Testing Culture

Check out Steve Thygesen's latest video on PRA Testing Culture. It's part of a new series titled, "What it Means to Be An Academic School."

MS Lunch & Recess volunteers needed

We would love to see you on campus during lunch and recess! Use this SignUpGenius to volunteer for a slot.

MS Athlete of the Month: August 2022

Middle School Athletes of the Month announced for August! Congratulations, Genevieve and Wilson!

Message from Mr. Thygesen

Updates, iReady, upcoming blog topics and more!

New year. New classes. Forever memories in the YEARBOOK

Order now to get the best price of the year!

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Dec. 9: Cheer Team To Compete at State Spirit Championships

PRA's HS cheer team will compete at the 2022 CHSAA State Spirit Championships on Friday, Dec. 9, at 8:26 am.

Get Your PRA Basketball Tickets at GoFan

Basketball tickets will be sold both through the PRA GoFan page or using a card or mobile payment at the ticket gate. Fans are encouraged to buy tickets online prior to the game.

Dec. 9-10: HS Theater Presents "Puffs! The Play"

Puffs! The Play will be performed both Dec. 9 and Dec. 10 at 7 pm. Reserve your seats now using the link provided.

Dec. 12-16: HS Exam Schedule, Study Tips

The end of the semester is approaching and HS Principal Adam DiGiacomo has some study tips to help your high school, in addition to the exam schedule.