Dear Sprague Families,

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the Sprague mothers.  You deserve this day and many, many more in honor of ALL you do.  There is not enough praise in the world.

On behalf of all of the Sprague staff, thank you for the warm wishes, delicious breakfast, creative treats/snacks, ice cream sundae bar, and the lunch that was out-of-this-world!  All of these thoughtful events brought joy to all and for that, we are grateful.  Having said this, your warm thoughts and appreciation is all we need.  Thank you!

Congratulations to our Sprague fourth-graders on successfully completing math MCAS early last week!  

We wish our third-graders the best as their math MCAS testing takes place Monday and Tuesday this week and our fifth-graders as they round out MCAS season on Thursday and Friday of this week.  You’ve got this, third and fifth grade!

MCAS Dates

• Grade 3 Math MCAS May 13th and 14th

• Grade 5 Science MCAS May 16th and 17th

Spring Chorus/Band/Orchestra Concert

• Wednesday, May 15th

• 11:00 am

• Sprague gym

• The grade 5 chorus along with the Sprague band and orchestra will perform

Annual Kindergarten Orientation and Screening

• Kindergarten Orientation on Thursday, May 16th at 6:00 pm in the library 

• The annual screening will be held on Thursday, May 30th 

Garden Spring Planting Day

• Planting Day

• Sun. May 19th (no rain date)

• Time: 9:30 – 11:30am

• Sign up:

Memorial Day Assembly

• May 22nd
• 11:00 am 
• If you have a loved one that you would like recognized and acknowledged, please send me an email with the name of that special loved one

A-CAT-emy Awards

• Wednesday, May 29th

• Calling all Mama and Papa-razzi!

• The event begins at 10:30 am in the Sprague gym

• We please ask the Mama/Papa-razzi arrive between 10:00 am and no later than 10:20 am

Placement

• Please, if there is any pertinent information regarding your child/ren’s placement for the 2024-2025 school year, please contact me directly 

PTO Updates

Are the Kids Alright? A Discussion About Pediatric Mental Health

Please join Sprague parent and board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist Dr. Allison Baker and the WPS community for a night of education and discussion about supporting our children’s mental health.

• Tuesday, May 14

• 7:30 PM

• Sprague School Gym

Kindergarten Events

We’re looking for help from this year’s kindergarten parents to give incoming kindergarten parents some much-welcomed guidance to Sprague. !

Spring Auction

It’s almost here! Buy your tickets at

Day-of volunteers needed – .

Wellesley Wonderful Weekend – Sprague Float 

Dates

May 13th and 14th                         Grade 3 Math MCAS

May 15th                                         Spring Concert at 11:00 am

May 16th and 17th                         Grade 5 Science MCAS

May 16th                                         Incoming Kindergarten Orientation @ 6:00 pm

May 17th                                         PTO Auction @ 7:00 pm Charles River Country Club

May 27th                                         Memorial Day – No School

May 29th                                         A-CAT-emy Awards Assembly 

May 31st                                         Field Day

June 5th, 6th, 7th                          Grade 5 Hale Trip

June 5th                                         Walk/Roll-to-School Day

June 12th                                       Grade 5 Graduation 

June 12th                                       Full Day Wednesday – Dismissal at 3:05 pm

June 13th                                       Last Day of School – ½ Day

Gratefully,

Leigh

May 4, 2024

Dear Sprague Families,

Congratulations to our Sprague fifth-graders on successfully completing math MCAS early last week!  Four testing rounds behind us with two remaining for our fifth-graders.

Thank you to the 211 Sprague students (and families) as they walked/rolled to school last week.  The big footie is on our heels with our last walk/roll-to-school day on June 5th.  Also, thank you to the parent volunteers!

MCAS Dates

• Grade 4 Math MCAS May 6th and 7th

• Grade 3 Math MCAS May 13th and 14th

• Grade 5 Science MCAS May 16th and 17th

Placement

• Please, if there is any pertinent information regarding your child/ren’s placement for the 2024-2025 school year, please contact me directly 

• As you know, and I appreciate your respect when adhering to this request, please do not request classroom teachers

Spring Chorus/Band/Orchestra Concert

• Wednesday, May 15th

• 11:00 am

• The grade 5 chorus, along with the Sprague band and orchestra, will perform

Calling Veterans

• During this year’s Memorial Day assembly (May 22nd), we will be honoring and recognizing Sprague Veterans
• This year, we will be reciting their names so please, please share loved ones’ names so each can be honored and recognized
• Please email me directly as I welcome the information!

Garden Spring Planting Day

• Sun. May 19th (no rain date)

• Time: 9:30 – 11:30am

• Sign up:

A-CAT-emy Awards

• Wednesday, May 29th

• Calling all Mama and Papa-razzi!

• The event begins at 10:30 am in the Sprague gym

• We please ask the Mama/Papa-razzi arrive between 10:00 am and no later than 10:20 am

PTO Updates

2024-2025 Current Board Openings

• Treasurer (2); Communications (1); Social Chair (2); Secretary (1); Spring Raffle (2)

• Contrary to what you may think… it doesn’t take a lot of time each month to hold a Board Seat! 

• Information about all Board Seats are available on our website at

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6 – 10

• Please join us in thanking our Sprague teachers for all they do! 

Kindergarten Events 

• We’re looking for help from this year’s kindergarten parents to give incoming kindergarten parents some much-welcomed guidance to Sprague

• !

Spring Auction

• Buy your tickets at

• Day-of volunteers needed –

Wellesley Wonderful Weekend – Sprague Float 

Dates

May 5th and 7th                       Grade 4 Math MCAS

May 13th and 14th                   Grade 3 Math MCAS

May 15th                                   Spring Concert @ 11:00 am

May 16th and 17th                   Grade 5 Science MCAS

May 16th                                   Incoming Kindergarten Orientation @ 6:00 pm

May 17th                                   PTO Auction @ 7:00 pm Charles River Country Club

May 27th                                   Memorial Day – No School

May 29th                                   A-CAT-emy Awards Assembly 

May 31st                                   Field Day

June 5th, 6th, 7th                    Grade 5 Hale Trip

June 5th                                   Walk/Roll-to-School Day

June 12th                                 Grade 5 Graduation 

June 12th                                 Full Day Wednesday – Dismissal at 3:05 pm

June 13th                                 Last Day of School – ½ Day

Gratefully,

Leigh

Dear Sprague Families,

You are invited to join Lynn Lyons, LICSW, an invited guest speaker speaking to parents and caregivers about children’s anxiety, stress, and school avoidance.

When and Where:

• Tuesday April 30th at 6:30 pm
• WHS Auditorium

Dear Sprague Families,

Sprague had a great first week back!  

Thank you to Margaret Flitsch and the Garden Committee for hosting many Sprague families during the garden’s clean up day on Saturday!  The garden was full of busy hands and many hands made light work.  Thank you, team garden!

MCAS Dates

• Grade 5 Math MCAS April 29th and 30th

• Grade 4 Math MCAS May 6th and 7th

• Grade 3 Math MCAS May 13th and 14th

• Grade 5 Science MCAS May 16th and 17th

Walk/Roll-to-School Day

• Wednesday, May 1st

• 8:15 am to 8:30 am

• Great way to start a spring day!

Placement for SY2024-2025

• One of the many end-of-year planning tasks is classroom placement, which has yet to begin

• Please, if there is any pertinent information regarding your child/ren’s placement for the 2024-2025 school year, please contact me directly 

• As you know, and I appreciate your respect when adhering to this request, please do not request classroom teachers

Annual Kindergarten Orientation and Screening

• Each year, we look forward to welcoming our new kindergarten crew!

• The Sprague kindergarten team will be hosting our annual Kindergarten Orientation on Thursday, May 16th at 6:00 pm in the library – invitation will be forthcoming – screening will be held on Thursday, May 30th –  invitation forthcoming

Spring Chorus/Band/Orchestra Concert

• Wednesday, May 15th

• 11:00 am

• Sprague gym

• The grade 5 chorus along with the Sprague band and orchestra will perform

Garden Spring Planting Day

• Planting Day

• Sun. May 19th (no rain date)

• Time: 9:30 – 11:30am

• Sign up:

End-of-Year Dates

PTO Updates

Sprague School Community Update

• Wednesday, May 1 · 8:35 – 9:25am

• Video call link:

Special Education Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC)

• Join the Wellesley Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) Thursday, May 2nd from 9am – 10:30am – At the home of Christine Mizzi (16 Suffolk Road)

• The Wellesley SEPAC represents and supports families across the district whose children receive special education services, and is open to any Wellesley resident or parent affiliated with °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ö±²¥

• If you have any questions, please reach out to Sprague SEPAC rep Nicole Katz or email pacwellesley@gmail.com.

Sprague Spring Auction

• Save the Date: Friday, May 17th

• Contact event co-chairs Bryanne Tartamella and Sneha Patel regarding donations or questions at spragueschoolauction@gmail.com

Wellesley Wonderful Weekend

• Save the Date: Saturday, May 18th

• Email alejandra.tejada@gmail.com to learn more.

Dates

April 29th and 30th                   Grade 5 Math MCAS

May 1st                                      Walk/Roll-to-School Day

May 5th and 7th                        Grade 4 Math MCAS

May 13th and 14th                    Grade 3 Math MCAS

May 15th                                    Spring Concert

May 16th and 17th                    Grade 5 Science MCAS

May 16th                                    Incoming Kindergarten Orientation @ 6:00 pm

May 17th                                    PTO Auction @ 7:00 pm Charles River Country Club

May 27th                                    Memorial Day – No School

May 29th                                    A-CAT-emy Awards Assembly 

May 31st                                    Field Day

Gratefully,

Leigh

Dear Sprague Families,

It has been a long time coming, but the day has arrived….the solar eclipse!

Thank you for supporting our eclipse festival by joining us and completing permission slips to ensure our dismissal process runs smoothly.  I would like to send a special thank you to Carolyn Kornwitz, Creative Arts and Sciences Director, Sprague PTO, Margaret Flitsch, and many other parents!  Both Carolyn and Margaret actively worked to plan, coordinate, and ensure a good time for all while the Sprague PTO supplied all the safety glasses for students/staff/families.  We are so very excited!

The below are final details outlining the afternoon’s events on Monday, April 8th:

• As a school, we will be heading outside at 2:45 pm to the Sprague field to view the beginning phases of the eclipse – we will make an announcement at that time

• Students will come outside with all dismissal/packed up belongings and the students will place belongings on the dedicated space identified with teacher name – once backpacks are dropped off, please proceed to viewing area with teacher designated sign 

• There are very limited dismissals, which means will we have close to a full house in attendance!  

• All necessary glasses (and glow bracelets) will be distributed prior to coming outside 

• PLEASE REMIND STUDENTS (and adults) THAT ALL GLASSES NEED TO BE ON/WORN before viewing the eclipse

• Lisa Fox, Science Director, will be narrating the eclipse process live from 2:50 pm to 3:05 pm-ish

• At 3:00 pm, we will make an announcement (using the microphone) for dismissal to begin

• Dismissal Locations/Plans:

• Car line students will wait outside at the main entrance of the school 

• Bus students – will go directly to the bus circle 

• Walkers – will go directly to the playground/structure area 

• Van students – will walk to the bus circle

• Boston students – all will be staying and Stephanie Holland, Director, will be present and will walk the students to the bus circle at approximately 3:35 pm-ish

• All students/classrooms will remain in their assigned viewing area/spot/seat/ location (from 2:50 pm to 3:30 pm) until the festival officially begins at 3:30 pm

• From 3:05 pm to 3:27 pm, there will be music and intermittent freeze dancing in assigned class locations – Margaret Flitsch be DJing the event

• At 3:27 pm, everyone will be asked to be seated and the countdown for the main, main event will begin

• At 3:30 pm, the festival will be announced and everyone can then move from their assigned spots

• The festival ends at 4:00 pm – families can leave at any time prior to 4:00 pm – but please ensure all students are picked up from the field no later than 4:00 pm (there is NO after school transportation outside of the regular 3:05 pm dismissal time)

• We look forward to enjoying a once in a lifetime event together as a Sprague family!  All are welcome and encouraged to join!

Dear Sprague Families,

As the Ramadan holiday comes to a close this week, wishing those that honor and recognize Ramadan, best wishes during Eid-al-Fitr.   

Thank you to both staff and families for their collaboration during conference time.  The students are very lucky to have both staff and families always in their corner.

Congratulations to our grade four students for completing round one of MCAS testing.  Each worked very hard and put their best foot forward, which is all we ever ask for.  

Congratulations to 192 students for walking/rolling to school during our April Walk/Roll-to-School Day.  Thanks to the many parent volunteers for making it happen!

April vacation is right on our heels – unbelievable!

MCAS Testing This Week (Grade 3)

• The annual state testing (MCAS) begins this week!

• Monday, April 8th and Tuesday, April 9th – ELA testing

• Please make sure all students get a sound night’s sleep, a hearty breakfast, and arrive to school on time

MCAS Dates

• Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) testing is for students in grades 3-5 only

• Grade 5 Math MCAS April 29th and 30th

• Grade 4 Math MCAS May 6th and 7th

• Grade 3 Math MCAS May 13th and 14th

• Grade 5 Science MCAS May 16th and 17th

Garden Spring Cleanup and Planting Day

• Cleanup Day

• Sat. April 27th  (Rain date: Sun April 28th, 2024)

• 9:30-11:30 am

• Sign up:

• Planting Day

• Sun. May 19th (no rain date)

• Time: 9:30 – 11:30am

• Sign up:

• Feel free to email SpragueGreenTeam@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Summer Planning

• Summer is near! 

• If your family is in need of financial support surrounding summer programming plans for your child(ren), please reach out to Karalyn Kickham, Sprague School Social Worker, by Monday, April 8th

• kickhamk@wellesleyps.org or 781-263-1965 ext. 2575

End-of-Year Dates

PTO Updates

Sprague Spring Auction

• Save the Date: Friday, May 17th

• Contact event co-chairs Bryanne Tartamella and Sneha Patel regarding donations or questions at spragueschoolauction@gmail.com.

Wellesley Wonderful Weekend

• Save the Date: Saturday, May 18th

• Interested in helping coordinate Sprague’s participation in the parade? Email alejandra.tejada@gmail.com to learn more.

Sprague CARES

• The PTO is currently seeking volunteers for a new position, CARES Program chair

• More information about the program can be found . Email spraguepto@gmail.com for more information

Dates

April 8th and 9th                        Grade 3 ELA MCAS

April 8th                                      Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Party – Sprague Field after school

April 15th-19th                           April Vacation

April 29th and 30th                    Grade 5 Math MCAS

May 1st                                       Walk/Roll-to-School Day

May 5th and 7th                         Grade 4 Math MCAS

May 13th and 14th                     Grade 3 Math MCAS

May 16th and 17th                     Grade 5 Science MCAS

May 17th                                     PTO Auction @ 7:00 pm Charles River Country Club

June 5th                                     Walk/Roll-to-School Day

Gratefully,

Leigh

Dear Sprague Families,

To those that celebrate the Easter holiday, Happy Easter!

On behalf of all of Sprague, we appreciate the active home/school connection during conferences!  

Congratulations to our grade five students for completing round one of MCAS testing.  Each was well-prepared, open minded, and put their noses to the grindstone.  For that, we are proud!

Please enjoy your long weekend!  Welcome to April – wow!

MCAS Testing This Week (Grade 4)

• The annual state testing (MCAS) begins this week!

• Thursday, April 4th and Friday, April 5th – ELA testing – Grade 4

• Please make sure all students get a sound night’s sleep, a hearty breakfast, and arrive to school on time

MCAS Dates

• Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) testing is for students in grades 3-5 only

• Grade 3 ELA MCAS April 8th and 9th

Parent/Teacher Conferences

• Tuesday, April 2nd – ½ day with dismissal at 12:00 pm

• Wednesday, April 3rd

Walk/Roll-to-School Day

• Tuesday, April 2nd
• 8:15 am top 8:30 am
• Please meet Ms. Flitsch and the parent volunteers at the front entrance to receive your footie

Tuesday, April 2nd – Dismissal at 12:00 pm

• Due to conferences on Tuesday, April 2nd, dismissal will begin at 12:00 pm

Total Solar Eclipse

• Monday, April 8th

• 3:29 pm is when the total eclipse is to occur – Do not miss it!

•  – PLEASE REVIEW THESE DETAILS

• When – Monday, April 8th from 2:45 pm to 4:00 pm

• Who – All students and staff will participate and families are welcome to join as well

• What – A total solar eclipse and we will be able to see it from our very own field! We will provide eclipse glasses so everyone can safely watch the eclipse in action.  

• Where – Please join us on the Sprague fields starting at 2:45 pm.  In the event of inclement weather, the event will take place in the gymnasium, where we will watch a live broadcast.  

• The event will conclude by 4:00 pm – all students will need to be picked up on the field no later than 4:00 pm

• Dismissal – We will follow all dismissal plans according to the permission slip.  For those wishing for their child(ren) to be dismissed at 3:05, normal procedures will take place.  If your child/ren is/are staying for the eclipse after 3:05 pm, please note that you are asked to park and meet us on the field for dismissal no later than 4:00 pm.

End-of-Year Dates

PTO Updates

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS COFFEE

• Join us on Thursday, April 4th from 9-10:30 for our monthly PAC coffee! 

• The coffee will be at the home of Christine Mizzi at 16 Suffolk Road

• The PAC supports families in town who have children (PAWS through WHS) that are receiving special education services from the district

• If you are unable to attend but want to learn more, please reach out Sprague PAC rep Nicole Katz (nicolestacykatz@gmail.com)  

Dates

April 2nd                                      Walk/Roll-to-School Day

April 2nd (Tuesday)                    Parent/Teacher Conferences – Dismissal at 12:00 pm

April 3rd                                      Parent/Teacher Conferences

April 4th and 5th                        Grade 4 ELA MCAS

April 8th and 9th                        Grade 3 ELA MCAS

April 8th                                      Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Party 

April 15th-19th                           April Vacation

April 29th and 30th                   Grade 5 Math MCAS

May 1st                                      Walk/Roll-to-School Day

May 17th                                    PTO Auction @ 7:00 pm Charles River Country Club

Gratefully,

Leigh

Dear Sprague Families,

I hope everyone is well.

Reminder that there is NO SCHOOL tomorrow – Friday, March 29th.  This is in observance of the Good Friday holiday.

Dear Sprague Families,

Our grade five students enjoyed a Thursday night dance party held at Sprague.  As a class, the fifth-graders danced, laughed, and had genuine and innocent fun, which was lovely to see.  Thank you to the grade five parent committee for making it happen!  This afternoon, the PTO is hosting an ice skating event at Babson.  The weather is perfect for a skate and wishing those attending a great time!  Thank you, PTO and Sprague families!

The Wellesley Physical Education Department held an annual blood drive at Sprague this past week.  I know there were many Sprague parents that were able to donate and for that we are grateful.  It truly is a matter of life and death.

Wishing everyone a peaceful weekend!

MCAS Testing Begins This Week (Grade 5)

• The annual state testing (MCAS) begins this week!

• Tuesday, March 26th and Thursday, March 28th our grade 5 students will participate in English Language Arts testing

• Please make sure all students get a sound night’s sleep, have a hearty breakfast, and arrive to school on time

MCAS Dates

• Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) testing is for students in grades 3-5 only

• Grade 4 ELA MCAS April 4th and 5th

• Grade 3 ELA MCAS April 8th and 9th

Parent/Teacher Conferences

• Wednesday, March 27th starts our final round of conferences for the 2023-2024 year – WOW!

• Tuesday, April 2nd – ½ day with dismissal at 12:00 pm

• Wednesday, April 3rd

March 29th – No School

• Friday, March 29th there is no school due to the Good Friday holiday

Tuesday, April 2nd – Dismissal at 12:00 pm

• Due to conferences on Tuesday, April 2nd, dismissal will begin at 12:00 pm

• Wednesday, April 3rd will also be a regularly scheduled ½ day as all Wednesdays are

Total Solar Eclipse

• Monday, April 8th

• Sprague School Field

• Immediately after school!

• – hard copies will come home with students on Tuesday, March 26th

Summer Planning

• If your family is in need of financial support surrounding summer programming plans for your child(ren), please reach out to Karalyn Kickham, Sprague School Social Worker, by Monday, April 8th

• kickhamk@wellesleyps.org or 781-263-1965 ext. 2575

End-of-Year Dates

PTO Updates

Sprague CARES

• The PTO is currently seeking volunteers for a new position, CARES Program chair

• More information about the program can be found . Email spraguepto@gmail.com for more information

Dates

March 26th and 28th                       Grade 5 ELA MCAS

March 27th                                       Parent/Teacher Conferences

March 29th                                       Good Friday – No School

April 2nd                                          Walk/Roll-to-School Day

April 2nd (Tuesday)                        Parent/Teacher Conferences – Dismissal at 12:00 pm

April 3rd                                           Parent/Teacher Conferences

April 4th and 5th                             Grade 4 ELA MCAS

April 8th and 9th                             Grade 3 ELA MCAS

April 8th                                          Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Party – Sprague Field after school (see details above)

April 15th-19th                                April Vacation

April 29th and 30th                        Grade 5 Math MCAS

May 1st                                           Walk/Roll-to-School Day

May 5th and 7th                             Grade 4 Math MCAS

May 13th and 14th                         Grade 3 Math MCAS

May 16th and 17th                         Grade 5 Science MCAS

May 17th                                         PTO Auction @ 7:00 pm Charles River Country Club

Gratefully,

Leigh