Park River Area School District #8

🎉 Community Read Opportunity! 🎉 Park River Area Elementary invites you to enjoy a special Read Aloud! 📚✨ Join us as Mrs. Flaten reads Extra Yarn by Mac Barnett — a heartwarming story about kindness, creativity, and community. 🧶💛 💬 Use the handout link to access guiding questions to discuss before, during, and after the story to spark rich conversations with your youngster: 🔹 Before Reading: Make predictions and explore the cover 🔹 During Reading: Think critically and visualize 🔹 After Reading: Reflect and connect the story to your own life 📺 Watch the read aloud here 👉 https://youtu.be/zih2xMd3UXQ Handout Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ewGig1bK0cM6LLMaovPM-efXMGobznOY/view?usp=sharing Let’s build curiosity, strengthen reading skills, and grow together as a reading community! 💬👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 #PRAElementary #ReadTogether #FamilyEngagement #ExtraYarn

🌟 Senior Spotlight: Jaden R. 🌟 Meet Jaden R., a proud member of the Park River Area School Class of 2025! 🎓✨ 🍕 Favorite Elementary School Lunch: Pizza—because some things never change! 🍕 🏆 High School Highlights: 🎭 Most Memorable Moment: Performing at State One Act Play and sharing the experience with friends! 👗 Favorite Senior Year Memory: Prom dress shopping with friends—because the memories made outside of school matter just as much! 🚀 Looking Ahead: 🏡 Dream for the Future: Jaden hopes to build her own home in the country and start her own business. 💡 Advice for Freshmen: Cherish the moments—high school goes by fast! 💕 What She’ll Miss Most: Her close friends Jaden, your future is bright, and we can’t wait to see where your dreams take you! 💫 #Classof2025 #SeniorSpotlight #ParkRiverProud

💪🔥 BIG NEWS from Zero Period Weights! 🔥💪 A huge CONGRATULATIONS to Bailee S for earning her spot in the 650 Club this year! 🎉💥 Through dedication, hard work, and pure strength, Bailee hit a combined total of 650 pounds across her deadlift, squat, and bench press—an incredible achievement! 💯🏋️‍♀️ Even more impressive? She’s only the second girl to ever reach this milestone! 🚀👏 Bailee, your determination and grit inspire us all. Keep pushing limits and setting the bar higher! 💪 #StrengthInNumbers #650Club #ZeroPeriodBeast #PRStrong #BaileeDidThat

🎉 Senior Spotlight: Troy – Class of 2025! 🎉 Today, we’re celebrating Troy and his journey through high school! 💡 Looking Ahead: Troy’s advice to freshmen? "Don't be afraid to put yourself out there and try things outside your comfort zone. You'll regret the chances you didn't take more than the ones you did." Wise words for future students! If he could have any superpower, it would be teleportation—no more being late, instant travel, and no traffic! Sounds like a dream! When asked what he’ll miss most, Troy says, "The little moments—laughing in the hallways, inside jokes in class. It's the stuff that doesn't seem big at the time that ends up meaning the most." Let’s give a big round of applause for Troy and his bright future ahead! 🎓👏 #SeniorSpotlight #Classof2025 #ProudMoments

🌟🎉 Celebrating Our Young Achievers! 🎉🌟 Join us on Monday, May 19th, at 9:00 AM in the Elementary Gym for our Elementary Awards Day at Park River Area School! 🏆✨ This special event will recognize the hard work, growth, and accomplishments of our elementary students throughout the year. From academic achievements to acts of kindness and leadership, we are so proud of how much they have learned and grown! 📚💛🎖 Families and friends—come cheer on our bright young stars as we celebrate their success and send them into summer with pride! ☀️👏 #ParkRiverProud #ElementaryAwardsDay #BrightFutures #GrowingAndAchieving

Two concerts left of the Spring Concert Series 🎶🌸 Park River Area School Spring Concert Series! 🌸🎶 Get ready to enjoy the incredible musical talents of our students at the Spring Concert Series! 🎤🎻🎺 Join us for these special performances: 📅 Thursday, May 1st at 6:30 PM – Grades 1-5 🎼 📅 Thursday, May 8th at 7:30 PM – Grades 9-12 🎶 📅 Monday, May 12th at 7:30 PM – Grades 6-8 🎵 Each concert will showcase the dedication and hard work of our students, who have been practicing tirelessly to put on a fantastic show! 🎭✨ Can't make it in person? Watch the livestreams here: https://www.youtube.com/@thestable1100/streams 📺 Grades 1-5 Concert 📺 Grades 9-12 Concert 📺 Grades 6-8 Concert Come support our talented musicians and celebrate the joy of music with us! 🎶💙 #ParkRiverProud #SpringConcert #StudentTalent

🌟 Senior Spotlight: Ashleigh S. – Class of 2025! 🌟 Meet Ashleigh, a proud Park River Area School senior with big dreams and unforgettable memories! 🎓 Favorite Elementary School Memory: Visiting Fort Sumter in 5th grade and loving the book A Bad Case of the Stripes. 🎨 Go-To Subject in Elementary: Art and history 🌮 Cafeteria Favorite: Walking tacos 😂 Recess Fun: Getting chased by the boys on the playground 🏀 High School Favorite Class: Gym class with Mr. Lee 💡 Biggest Inspiration: Miss Ulland 👑 Most Memorable Moment: Making lifelong memories with her classmates 🎶 Senior Superlative: "Most Likely to Be the Loudest in the Room!" 💇‍♀️ Future Plans: Pursuing a career in cosmetology ✂️ 🎤 What She’ll Miss Most: Spending time with her classmates Join us in celebrating Ashleigh as she prepares for an exciting future! 🎉 #PRASeniorSpotlight #Classof2025 #ProudAggies

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🎉 Senior Spotlight: Aidan – Class of 2025! 🎉 Today, we’re celebrating Aidan and his journey through school! 📚 Elementary School Memories: Aidan’s favorite teacher was Mr. Omdahl, who made class fun. One of his best memories from recess? Playing two-hand touch football with friends! 🏈 High School Highlights: Aidan will never forget Senior Night for football, a special moment in his high school journey. His most memorable sports moment? Winning a football game with a buzzer-beater! 💡 Looking Ahead: His advice to freshmen? "Don’t fall behind!" Aidan knows how important it is to stay on top of things. When asked what he’ll miss most, he says, "The sports and the friends I made." Let's give it up for Aidan and all he’s accomplished! 🎓👏 #SeniorSpotlight #Classof2025

🌸🎶 Exciting Event Alert! 🎶🌸 Join us at Park River Area School for our Preschool Spring Program on Thursday, May 15th at 6:30 PM in the Elementary Gym! 🌿✨ Our little learners have been working hard to bring you a heartwarming performance filled with songs, smiles, and springtime joy! 🌞🎤💐 This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate their growth and creativity. We can’t wait to see our school community come together to support these young stars! ⭐️🌼 Tag your friends and family and let’s make this a night to remember! #ParkRiverProud #PreschoolSpringProgram #GrowingAndGlowing 🌱🎶

🌟 Senior Spotlight: Addy P. 🌟 Let's celebrate Addy P., a soon-to-be graduate of the Park River Area School Class of 2025! 🎓✨ 🥪 Favorite Elementary School Lunch: Pizza Pockets—because nothing beats a classic! 🍕 🏆 High School Highlights: 💃 Most Unforgettable Event: Junior Prom—a night to remember! 🎮 Favorite Gym Game: Yoshi—a PE classic! 💡 Biggest Inspiration: Herself and her peers—because pushing each other to be better makes all the difference. 🚀 Looking Ahead: 🎯 Advice to Freshmen: Set goals and create a picture of your future. 🤔 What She’ll Miss Most About High School: It wasn’t that serious! Addy, your ambition and confidence will take you far! Wishing you all the best in your next adventure! 💫 #Classof2025 #SeniorSpotlight #ParkRiverProud

🐴✨ Elementary Teams Working Together for Student Success at PRAS! ✨🐴 At Park River Area Elementary, we believe that teamwork makes a big difference—and we have three amazing teams of teachers working behind the scenes all year long to make sure every student thrives! Here’s a quick look at the three staff teams (called PLCs - Professional Learning Communities) that meet regularly throughout the school year: 🔷 Leadership Team (Leadership PLC) This team helps guide the big picture for our school. They look at what’s working, what can improve, and help set goals that keep our school moving forward. Think of them as the GPS helping our school grow stronger every year! 🔷 Pony Pride Team (Pony Pride PLC) This group focuses on creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere for all students and staff. They lead efforts to encourage kindness, respect, and school spirit—making sure everyone feels proud to be a Pony! 💙 🔷 Intervention Team (Intervention PLC) This team supports teachers when students need a little extra help with behavior. They work together to find strategies and solutions so students can get back on track and succeed in the classroom. These teams may work behind the scenes, but the impact they have is seen and felt every day. We’re so proud of the care and commitment our staff brings to creating a supportive, positive, and purposeful school environment. 🙌 #PonyPride #PRASProud #TogetherWeThrive #TeamworkInEducation

🎓 Senior Spotlight: Tanner S – Class of 2025! 🎓 Say hello to Tanner, a Park River Area senior whose energy and passion shine on the stage, the track, and in the classroom! 🐄 Elementary Memories: Tanner loved the class trip to Mr. Moe’s farm and could always be found racing around during gym playing “Yoshi with the mats.” 🎭🏃 High School Highlights: From the bright lights of the State One Act Play to the finish line at State Track, Tanner’s high school years have been packed with memorable moments. He’ll never forget the spirit and excitement of Homecoming, one of his favorite school traditions. 💬 Biggest Inspiration: Tanner credits his dad, Aaron Schramm, as a key motivator in his life—someone who’s encouraged him every step of the way. 📍 Favorite Hangout Spot: If you’re looking for Tanner, you’ll probably find him catching up with friends in Miss Ulland’s Room. As Tanner heads toward new adventures, we know his creativity, determination, and Aggie pride will take him far. Let’s cheer him on as he finishes strong! 👏 #PRASeniorSpotlight #Classof2025 #ProudAggies #TheNextChapter

🏆✨ Celebrating Excellence at Park River Area School! ✨🏆 Mark your calendars! On May 14, 2025, at 1:30 PM, we will honor the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our high school students at our High School Awards Day in the Elementary Gym! 🎓🎉 This special event will recognize outstanding academic achievements, leadership, and contributions to our school community. Scholarships and other prestigious awards will also be announced, celebrating the bright futures of our talented students! Families, friends, and community members—join us in recognizing and cheering on our incredible students as they reach new heights! 🚀👏 #ParkRiverProud #AwardsDay2025 #CelebratingSuccess #FutureLeaders

📰 Now Live: Student-Written Community Profiles! 📰 The eleven seniors in my English 12 class have just published the first round of articles on their class news blog! For this assignment, each student chose and interviewed a member of our community—some even profiled school staff—and wrote thoughtful, engaging pieces that highlight the people who make our town unique. This is the first of two articles they'll publish this semester, and we're so proud of the work they’ve done to bring local stories to life. 💬✍️ 🔗 Read their profiles here: https://classof25news.edublogs.org/ 📢 Help us celebrate their work by reading and sharing! #Classof2025 #StudentJournalists #CommunityConnections #English12

🎉 Meet the Technology Team at Park River Area School! 💻📱 We’re proud to shine a spotlight on the incredible team behind the tech and innovation happening every day at PRAS! These dedicated educators not only keep our systems running but also empower our students with 21st-century skills. 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 ✨ Mrs. Amanda Goll wears many hats—she teaches Computer Literacy, General Business, Accounting, and Computer Publications. In addition to her classroom excellence, she also serves as an advisor for Student Council, the Junior Class, and Concessions. Her energy and dedication to student involvement is second to none! 🧠 Mr. Danny Hanson is our go-to Technology Coordinator, ensuring all systems are a go! He also brings his passion for history and tech into the classroom as a 7th Grade Social Studies and Cyber Security teacher. His knowledge helps students stay informed and secure in the digital world. 🚀 Mrs. Gudmundson plays a key role as our Instructional Coach and Technology Integration Specialist, helping staff and students make the most of modern tools for learning. She also leads the way as the Chairperson for School Improvement, ensuring we’re always growing and getting better together. We’re lucky to have such a powerhouse team guiding our tech efforts and supporting both staff and students every day. Thank you for all you do! 💙 #PRASProud #TechTeamTuesday #InnovateEducateInspire

🎉 Senior Spotlight: Jameson – Class of 2025! 🎉 Today, we’re celebrating Jameson and his journey through school! 📚 Elementary School Memories: One of Jameson’s favorite childhood memories was visiting Mr. Moe’s farm on a school field trip. In gym class, he loved playing Yoshi, a game that brought lots of fun! 🏈 High School Highlights: Jameson found inspiration from Mr. Hollingsworth, a teacher who made an impact on his journey. One of his favorite senior year memories? Winning in football against Carrington—a game he’ll never forget! 💡 Looking Ahead: His advice to freshmen? "Just do your work." Simple but wise! When asked what he’ll miss most, Jameson says, "Having fun with Mr. Lee and Mr. Hollingsworth." Let’s hear it for Jameson and his bright future ahead! 🎓👏 #SeniorSpotlight #Classof2025 #ProudMoments

📣 Meet the High School MTSS Team at PRAS! 📚🧠 At Park River Area High School, student success is always our top priority—and we have an amazing team dedicated to making sure every student gets the support they need to thrive! 💡 This team is called the MTSS Team—which stands for Multi-Tiered System of Support. They meet throughout the school year with one big goal: to make sure all students receive high-quality instruction and personalized support—both academically and behaviorally. Here’s what they focus on: ✅ Helping students who may need extra support before challenges become bigger ✅ Using proven strategies and data to guide decision-making ✅ Creating plans that match each student’s unique needs ✅ Working closely with teachers and families to make sure no one slips through the cracks Whether a student needs a little extra help in class, support with behavior, or just someone to cheer them on—this team is here to make sure they succeed. We’re so proud of the work they do behind the scenes to help every student grow, learn, and reach their full potential. 💙 #PRASProud #StudentSuccess #MTSSMatters #SupportEveryStudent #StrongerTogether

🌟 Senior Spotlight: Emma Porter 🌟 Let's celebrate Emma Porter, a proud member of the Park River Area School Class of 2025! 🎓✨ 📚 Favorite Elementary School Memory: Emma loved having Mrs. Johnson as a teacher because of all the fun activities, and one of her favorite childhood reads was Orphan Train Adventure! 📖 🏆 High School Highlights: ✨ Favorite Class: U.S. History or Pre-Calc with Mr. Goll 🎭 Unforgettable Event: Prom night! 🏐 Best Sports Moment: Bonding with teammates at tournaments 💡 Best Advice from a Teacher: “If you play stupid games, you win stupid prizes.” – Mr. Hollingsworth 🚀 Looking Ahead: Emma's advice for freshmen? “Senioritis will hit hard, but don’t wish time away.” If she had a superpower, she’d love teleportation—a quick way to skip the traffic! 🌀 She’ll miss her friends and being bill free the most. 🎶 High School Theme Song: The Night is Still Young by Nicki Minaj 🎵 Emma, we are so proud of you and can't wait to see where the future takes you! 💫 #Classof2025 #SeniorSpotlight #ParkRiverProud