The first quarter is over and it is time to draw for a new VIP parking spot family. Scan the QR code for your chance to win front row parking for release and dismissal. Parking starts next Monday.
17 days ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
The first quarter is over and it is time to draw for a new VIP parking spot family. Scan the QR code for your chance to win front row parking for release and dismissal.  Parking starts next Monday.
The Weekly Wildcat Wisdom

This week our focus is on REPORTING BULLYING.

BE KIND, BE BRAVE, BE A WILDCAT!
18 days ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
The Weekly Wildcat Wisdom  This week our focus is on REPORTING BULLYING.   BE KIND, BE BRAVE, BE A WILDCAT!
Picture Retake Day will be Wednesday, October 28th. Wagner will be photographing any student or staff member who were absent on the original picture day (Sept 16th). Also, if a student wishes to retake, they must return the entire portrait package (including the insert sheet) to the photographer.

The following information will be emailed to parents today. Feel free to share on your platform as well.
FOR ABSENTEE STUDENTS WHO NEED TO ORDER:
Prairie Dell Elementary ABSENTEE Absentee & Retake Picture Day
Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Pre-Order Online: www.WagnerPortraitGroup.com
Pre-Order Password: 5A3T4Q7Q
Direct Order Link:
https://wagner.portraitpics.co/api/v2/keys/lookup/wagner?key=5A3T4Q7Q
18 days ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Picture Retake Day will be Wednesday, October 28th.  Wagner will be photographing any student or staff member who were absent on the original picture day (Sept 16th).  Also, if a student wishes to retake, they must return the entire portrait package (including the insert sheet) to the photographer.   The following information will be emailed to parents today.  Feel free to share on your platform as well. FOR ABSENTEE STUDENTS WHO NEED TO ORDER: Prairie Dell Elementary ABSENTEE Absentee & Retake Picture Day Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Pre-Order Online: www.WagnerPortraitGroup.com Pre-Order Password: 5A3T4Q7Q Direct Order Link: https://wagner.portraitpics.co/api/v2/keys/lookup/wagner?key=5A3T4Q7Q
Here is this week's episode of PDNN! https://canva.link/dqk5lb226gxswav
18 days ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Here is this week's episode of PDNN! https://canva.link/dqk5lb226gxswav
Next Wednesday, Oct 21st, we will be having a Hat Day fundraiser!
19 days ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Next Wednesday, Oct 21st, we will be having a Hat Day fundraiser!
The Weekly Wildcat Wisdom

How to Be a Good Bystander!

Talk with your student about safe ways to help someone if they need help.

Encourage your student to practice being an UPSTANDER!

Watch with your child - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzpnitSjZA4
25 days ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
The Weekly Wildcat Wisdom  How to Be a Good Bystander!   Talk with your student about safe ways to help someone if they need help.   Encourage your student to practice being an UPSTANDER!   Watch with your child - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzpnitSjZA4
Here is this week's PDNN broadcast! https://canva.link/ua63j8ns1yj19u0
25 days ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Here is this week's PDNN broadcast!  https://canva.link/ua63j8ns1yj19u0

Today we are celebrating our three amazing instructional coaches! This small but mighty team makes so much possible in our schools. Jamie Aholt, Danielle Sachs and Dana Brinker... thank you for all you do! You are fantastic and we are lucky to have you!

#Uproud

28 days ago, Union R-XI School District
ICAD
Happy Friday, #unionrxi!

This week we are excited to have Shannon Haynes, 3rd grade teacher at Prairie Dell Elementary, as our Wildcat of the Week.

Shannon, thank you so much for taking the time to share a little information about yourself.

Have a great Friday and weekend!

#Uproud
28 days ago, Union R-XI School District
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Please take a look at the PDE October news letter for information regarding all of the things going on this month. https://app.smore.com/n/5u93k
about 1 month ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Please take a look at the PDE October news letter for information regarding all of the things going on this month.  https://app.smore.com/n/5u93k
THE WILDCAT WISDOM!

October is Bully Prevention Month, and this week we are focused on identifying bullying.

Talk to your students about Bullying versus Unkind Behavior, and remind your student that we should ALWAYS treat others with respect!

Watch this video with your child - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeqQCyQOCPg
about 1 month ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
THE WILDCAT WISDOM!  October is Bully Prevention Month, and this week we are focused on identifying bullying.   Talk to your students about Bullying versus Unkind Behavior, and remind your student that we should ALWAYS treat others with respect!   Watch this video with your child - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eeqQCyQOCPg

Friendly reminder... there's no school this Friday, 10/9/26. Friday is a district-wide staff professional development day.

Have a great extended weekend!

#Uproud

about 1 month ago, Union R-XI School District
no school
Here is the first edition of PDNN! https://canva.link/9pkuy707xnkd9ra
about 1 month ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Here is the first edition of PDNN! https://canva.link/9pkuy707xnkd9ra
Today we recognize our amazing custodial team members who go above and beyond each and every day ensuring our schools are safe and clean! Thank you!

#Uproud
about 1 month ago, Union R-XI School District
Custodian Appreciation Day
Happy custodial appreciation day! We can't thank our custodians enough for keeping our school clean.
about 1 month ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Happy custodial appreciation day! We can't thank our custodians enough for keeping our school clean.
Here are October's menus.
about 1 month ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Here are October's menus.
Here are October's menus.
Homecoming bracelets will be sold before school on Wednesday and Thursday.
about 1 month ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Homecoming bracelets will be sold before school on Wednesday and Thursday.
Tomorrow is the last Coop coupon day.
about 1 month ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Tomorrow is the last Coop coupon day.

Homecoming Early Dismissal this Friday, 10/2

All elementary schools will dismiss at 12:00 pm

Middle and high school will dismiss at 12:35 pm

The parade starts at 2:00 pm

#Uproud!

about 1 month ago, Union R-XI School District
Homecoming
Wildcat Wisdom!
Keep Going!
Sometimes reaching a goal means changing our plan—not giving up.

💬 Ask:
“What could you try if your first plan doesn't work?”

🏠 Try this: Tell your child about a time you had to keep trying or change your strategy.
about 1 month ago, Prairie Dell Elementary
Wildcat Wisdom! Keep Going! Sometimes reaching a goal means changing our plan—not giving up.  💬 Ask:  “What could you try if your first plan doesn't work?”  🏠 Try this: Tell your child about a time you had to keep trying or change your strategy.