K12 News
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August 21, 2025
K8 Back to School Night: Tuesday, August 26
PRA is excited to invite all K8 families to come join us for Back to School Night on Tuesday, August 26th!
For elementary families, the K-5 will run two sessions where you can meet your child(ren)'s homeroom teacher. The first session will be from 4:30-5:00 p.m. with the second session to follow from 5:15-5:45 p.m.
For middle school families, students will be able to attend all class periods by following their schedule from 6:00-8:00 p.m. that evening. Please make sure you have your child's schedule downloaded (from Infinite Campus) to your phone before you arrive. Parents will begin the evening in their student's first period classroom, where they will be greeted by a welcome video from school administrators. We encourage all to attend as this is a great opportunity to hear more about the teacher's plans for the year.
As part of Back to School Night, all middle school families are also invited to a special presentation by our Executive Director April Wilkin based on the book How to Raise an Adult by Julie Lythcott-Haims. Two sessions of this presentation are open to all K8 families, in the K8 Library at 4:30 p.m. and 5:15 p.m.
Back to School attendees should plan to park in the K-8 parking lot, the Preble Creek cutout, the high school parking lot, or the yellow and green driveline lanes.
Parent Coffee Event: August 26
Join us and PRA Executive Director, April Wilkin, the morning of Tuesday, August 26 for our first Parent Coffee event of 2025-26!
The event will be held from 9:00-9:45 a.m. in the K8 Commons for families to learn more about PRA's Driveline from Mrs. Wilkin. We hope to see you there!
ICYMI: Driveline Expectations
Please review Driveline Expectations (PDF) for a smooth beginning of the year! Please be patient with each other as everyone becomes familiar with the expectations. Feel free to watch our Driveline Pop Quiz video to test your memory of the information!
As part of the Driveline Expectations, please remember to NOT PARK in the surrounding neighborhoods during drop-off or pickup.
Committee & Subcommittee Openings
The PRA Board of Directors is seeking new Committee and Subcommittee members for three different areas, including the newly created Performing Arts Subcommittee!
These committees are made up of PRA staff, administration, and parents, and are chaired by a PRA Board member. The Committees act under the authority of the PRA Board and provide talents, knowledge and expertise for the benefit of PRA.
Office Hours
Please note the office hours at PRA to ensure that you are aware of our availability during the school year.
Beginning August 11: 7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
K12 News & Notes
New Attendance Reporting Process: PRA is implementing a simple but impactful change to how attendance information is collected from families. Beginning this school year, all attendance-related communications—including absences, early release notifications, and pre-approved absence requests—will be submitted exclusively through a new Google Form.
This centralized form is designed to improve clarity, reduce errors, and streamline the entire attendance process. Families will no longer need to call, email, or leave voicemails to report attendance items. Instead, the form will guide them to provide the information we need in a consistent and complete way. More information will be emailed to families on Friday.
School Meal Registration: PRA Families, registration for school meals for the 2025–2026 school year is now open! Please note that the registration website has changed. All students who plan to receive school-provided lunches must be registered through this site. This site will also include the eligibility form for free/reduced lunches.
Need a paper application? Contact the Finance Department at 720-723-2113 or by email.
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Elementary School News
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Beginning of the Year Assessments
It is time for our elementary students to complete their Beginning of the Year Assessments. We have adjusted the timeframe this year to be able to gather more information during each assessment slot. Please sign up for a time that best meets the needs of your child and family. It is critical your child attends all needed sessions for them to complete their assessments.
You should sign up with your child’s HOMEROOM teacher for one assessment slot on August 28th or 29th. Assessments will be given in-person, throughout each scheduled assessment day. You will need to sign up for one time slot for each one of your child(ren).
Sign-up Genius Links by Grade Level:
K5 Pages & Newsletters
*Remember to check your grade-level pages for information from your GLC. Grade-level newsletters for K5 will be provided each week during the school year by the GLL.
Mini Miner Cheer Clinic
All PRA kids in K-5th grade are invited to join the PRA Cheer Team for our Fall Cheer Clinic on September 25th from 3:30-4:30 p.m.!
All attendees will learn a routine choreographed by your three-time state championship winning PRA Varsity Cheer Team! Not only will you learn cheers, but you will also learn stunts and jumps. The attendees will then perform what they have learned during halftime of the HOMECOMING Football game on Friday, September 26.
Registration will close on August 29th at 3:00 p.m. Click this link to get your child signed up today!
3rd-5th Graders Encouraged to Apply for Elementary Drama Club
Does your child love to sing, dance, act, or perform? Is your child interested in theatre? Elementary Drama Club returns for the 25-26 school year and is open to all students in 3rd-5th Grade.
This year, we will be working towards a performance of a musical in the spring. We are looking for students who are interested in performing, as well as students who are interested in more of the behind-the-scenes aspects of theatre. Sadie Skattum will be joined by Zach Davis in directing these young stars! Drama Club will be held every other Tuesday from 3:15-4:30 p.m. to accommodate students who want to do Drama Club and Battle of the Books. To apply for drama club, please fill out this Google Form.
Spanish Club Available for 4th and 5th Graders
Calling all 4th and 5th graders! Is your student interested in learning a new language? Join Spanish club with Ms. Niehoff! The club will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15-4:00p.m. and will explore the language through, music, books, games, art and more. There are 20 spots available for first semester. Spots will be filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Please fill out the this Google Form to express your interest. The club's first meeting will be Tuesday, September 9th.
Sticky Fingers Cooking Club Open to 1st-5th Graders
Six engaging cooking classes will be offered, beginning on Monday, September 8. Each class is one hour long from 3:30-4:30 p.m. and offers kids a chance to enjoy tasty, healthy recipes while also learning S.T.E.A.M., culture, language, geography and more!
View the Sticky Fingers Cooking flyer here and sign up today at www.stickyfingerscooking.com
Summer Reading Challenge
The Summer Reading Challenge is back! This is an optional, but highly encouraged way to help students keep their brains active over the summer. For details on the summer reading challenge, click here.
All students who complete the required minutes for their grade level AND return the flier to school by TOMORROW, August 22nd will be invited to a celebration at the beginning of the school year!
If you have any questions, please email library@prospectridgeacademy.org
Middle School News
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MS Musical Information and Auditions
PRA's fall Middle School musical is Once Upon a Mattress, the retelling of the story of the Princess and the Pea. This classic comedy musical is abridged for Middle School students.
The parent meeting is August 26 at 5:30 p.m. (before MS Back to School night). Auditions are August 27-29 from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Module. Performances are scheduled for November 6-8.
To get information about characters, sign up for auditions, and access audition materials join the google classroom with the code k32abn46. Questions? Contact Mrs. Hwang at KHwang@PRAk12.org
Middle School Pages
*Remember to check your grade-level pages for information from your GLC.
MS Battle of the Books
Do you like trivia, reading, and competition? Then battle of the books is for you! This year we are meeting during middle school lunch on select Tuesdays.
Our first meeting will be on August 26th. If you are interested in joining our battle of the books club this year please fill out the google form so we can get you added to the club Google Classroom. The Google Classroom is where all the information about our meeting dates and book selections will be explained. If you have any questions please email Mrs. Rosebrook (jrosebrook@prak12.org) or Mrs. Stansifer (kstansifter@prak12.org).
Performing Arts Family Social Event: August 22
The Golden Spotlight, PRA's performing arts department, would like to invite all middle school and high school students who are involved in the performing arts- Band, Choir, Orchestra, Theater to a Family Social.
Friday, August 22 from 5:30-7:30 in the High School Commons. This is an opportunity to meet the directors, connect with your fellow performers, and start the year off in the spotlight! Please RSVP using this form.
Join the PRA Middle School MATHCOUNTS Team!
Calling All Mathletes! Join the MATHCOUNTS Team! Middle schoolers (Grades 6-8), come sharpen your problem-solving skills and compete in fun math challenges!
Practice Times: Tuesdays (12:45-1:25 p.m.) and Thursdays (12:55-1:35 p.m.)
MATHCOUNTS Season runs from Oct. 7 through Jan. 29, 2026. No experience needed. Just bring your curiosity and team spirit! Click this link to learn more.
NJAHS Society Applications for 2025-26 are OPEN
Please fill out this form to apply for membership in the PRA Middle School National Junior Art Honor Society! For more than 40 years, the National Junior Art Honor Society programs have provided national recognition and opportunities for students who exhibit outstanding scholarship in the visual arts.
Participation in NJAHS provides members valuable benefits—including artistic recognition, leadership opportunities, college and career preparation, and more. Last year, our NJAHS students entered artworks into prestigious art exhibitions and design contests, created a mural on the walls of the middle school, and put on a fundraiser for the Cancer Research Institute. Click this link to view all meeting dates for this year.
Summer Reading Challenge
All students who completed the Summer Reading Challenge required minutes for their grade level, AND return the flier to school by TOMORROW, August 22nd, will be invited to a celebration at the beginning of the school year!
If you have any questions, please email library@prospectridgeacademy.org
High School News
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HS Robotics Team Information
Parents, is your high school student interested in Robotics or programming? Perhaps they are into 3D printing or CAD modeling. We are looking for high school students who are interested in the above ready to come to the table and be part of one of our High School Robotics teams! No experience necessary.
We are seeking students who are self driven, motivated, collaborate well and are effective communicators. If interested, come to our interest meeting TODAY, August 21 after school (3:20-4:30 p.m.) in the HS Tech Lab (Ms. Gregory's classroom-room 2225).
For more information, please complete this form or email the High School Robotics Head Coach, Jessica Gregory. Also feel free to visit our High School Robotics Team Website.
High School Pages
*Remember to check your grade-level pages for information from your GLC.
Performing Arts Family Social Event: August 22
The Golden Spotlight, PRA's performing arts department, would like to invite all middle school and high school students who are involved in the performing arts- Band, Choir, Orchestra, Theater to a Family Social.
Friday, August 22 from 5:30-7:30 in the High School Commons. This is an opportunity to meet the directors, connect with your fellow performers, and start the year off in the spotlight! Please RSVP using this form. Hope to see you there!
9th Grade GLC Opening
PRA is currently looking for a 9th Grade Grade Level Coordinator (GLC) for the 2025-26 school year!
PRA would prefer to have 1-2 parent volunteer representatives for 9th Grade. However, any high school parent is encouraged to apply for the vacant GLC position and join our team! Please fill out this Google Form if interested.
Attention NJHS Members
If you, or if your students, has already been inducted into NJHS, this is for you!For the 2025–2026 school year, NJHS will meet on the second Wednesday of each month from 3:20–4:00 p.m.
Please add these meeting dates to your calendar for the year. Our first meeting will be on Wednesday, September 10th.
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