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Absences / Reporting an Absence
What It Is: Information on what parents should do when their student will miss school.
Parent Action: Report the absence using Prestwick/Little Elm ISD's approved process.
More Information: https://docs.littleelmisd.net/Forms/AttendanceNotes
Activities
What It Is: School-sponsored events and opportunities offered throughout the year, including academic, social and enrichment activities.
When: Throughout the school year.
More Information: ParentSquare, school calendar and PTA calendar.
After-School Activities
What It Is: Clubs, enrichment programs or other activities taking place after the regular school day.
Parent Action: Registration may be required depending on the activity.
Sign Up: [Add appropriate registration link]
Alphabest – before and afterschool care. Available daily.
http://alphabest.org/littleelmtx
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Background Check / Volunteer Requirements
What It Is: Parents and family members who want to volunteer on campus or participate in certain student activities may need to complete the district's volunteer/background-check requirements before participating.
Parent Action: Complete requirements early in the school year so you're ready when volunteer opportunities become available.
Sign Up: https://www.littleelmisd.net/for-parents/volunteer-opportunities
Book Fair 📚
What It Is: Students have the opportunity to shop for books during the school Book Fair. Families may also have opportunities to shop and/or volunteer.
2026–27 Dates: August 31–September 4 and March 29–April 2.
Parent Action: Watch for shopping schedules, payment information and family shopping opportunities.
Volunteer Opportunity: Yes.
Volunteer Need: We are always in need of volunteers. Reach out to the PTA via our facebook page or messenger for more details.
Sign Up: Sign up genius or cheddar up links will be sent out for needs by event.
More Information: https://www.littleelmisd.net/for-parents/volunteer-opportunities
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Class Parties 🎉
What It Is: Special classroom celebrations coordinated with teachers and room parents.
Calendar Dates:
December 17 – Winter Parties / Half Day of school
February 12 – Kindness Parties / Half Day of school
May 22 – Last Day Parties / Half Day of school
Parent Action: Watch for requests for food, supplies, donations or volunteers.
Volunteer Opportunity: Yes – opportunities vary by classroom, typically look for 4 volunteers per classroom. The room parent will provide sign ups for snack, drinks, and activity donations.
Sign Up: Classroom/grade Signup Genius or communication from the Room Parent.
Classroom Volunteers
What It Is: Parents may have opportunities to assist teachers with classroom activities, events or special projects.
Parent Action: Complete required volunteer/background-check paperwork first. www.VOLY.com
Volunteer Opportunity: Varies by teacher and grade.
Sign Up: Teacher, Grade Lead, Room Parent or PTA volunteer link.
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Dismissal Procedures
What It Is: Prestwick's procedures for safely releasing students at the end of the school day.
Parent Action: Parents can email their teacher directly or call the front office before 2pm More Information: Front office phone number – 972-947-9450
Dress-Up Days 👕
What It Is: Special themed school-spirit days when students are encouraged to dress according to the day's theme.
When: Homecoming Week (September 8-11th), Red Ribbon Week (October 26th-30th) and other special weeks/events such as Teacher Appreciation week (May?) and the last week of school
Parent Action: Participation is optional. Watch ParentSquare/PTA social media for each day's theme.
Drop-Off Rules
What It Is: Morning arrival procedures designed to keep students and families safe and traffic moving efficiently.
More Information: Carline drop can be done at both the front and the back of the school. If you need to walk your child to the door or drop something off at the front office the first door at the front of the building can be entered to access the office.
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Early Pick-Up
What It Is: Procedures for checking a student out before regular dismissal.
Parent Action: Ring the bell at the front door to get into the office, state name and the child you are picking up. Your child will meet you at the office and enter their 8-digit student ID number to sign out. If your child does not remember their ID number the front office can provide.
Event Information – Where to Find It
For the latest event details, parents should check: ParentSquare, PTA Facebook, Prestwick Facebook, PTA Calendar and the school calendar.
Tip: Event details may change, so check ParentSquare or the PTA website/calendar as the event approaches.
Extracurricular Clubs
What It Is: Optional clubs and enrichment opportunities available to students.
Parent Action: Registration requirements and costs vary by club.
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Field Trips 🚌
What It Is: Grade-level educational experiences away from campus.
Parent Action: Complete permission forms by the deadline. Make sure your child wears their grade level shirts provided on the day of the field trip. If shirts are lost please contact the PTA to purchase a replacement.
Volunteers: Some field trips may offer parent chaperone opportunities.
Important: Complete volunteer background information.
https://www.littleelmisd.net/for-parents/volunteer-opportunities
Fifth Grade Musical 🎭
2026–27 Date: April 23
Who Participates: Fifth Grade
What It Is: Spring musical performance put on by the 5th grade and the PTA.
Parent Action: Watch for performance times, costumes and other instructions from the school.
Fun Run/Deep Sea Dash 🏃
2026–27 Date: September 22nd-October 23rd
What It Is: Prestwick's school Fun Run and PTA fundraiser.
Who Participates: [Add grades/all students]
Parent Action: Fundraising event with a goal of raising $50,000. This is our biggest fundraising event of the year and pays for field trips, school assembly’s, teacher grants, and more!
Volunteer Need: https://volunteer-to-help-with-the-fun-run-september-24-october-29th.cheddarup.com/
Waiver: https://app.waiverfile.com/b/NinjaProjectLLC/Waiver.aspx?id=2867f0ad-1236-4528-93c8-03ad4c44d73a
Fundraising/Registration: https://www.getmovinfundhub.com/register?school_uuid=63f7c0a57a9ba
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Grade Lead
What It Is: A parent volunteer who helps coordinate communication and activities for a particular grade level.
They Can Help With: Grade-specific questions, volunteer opportunities, special events and communication.
Contact: Message the PTA for more details!
Grade-Level Activities
What It Is: Activities or special events specifically planned for an individual grade.
Information: Communicated through teachers, Grade Leads, ParentSquare and/or grade-level Facebook groups.
Grade-Level Shirts 👕
What It Is: Shirts designed specifically for each Prestwick grade.
Who Wears Them: Students may be encouraged to wear them for designated activities, field trips or spirit events.
Purchase: Parents will only need to purchase if the first one provided is lost. Please contact the PTA for more information.
Grade-Level Facebook Pages
What They Are: Facebook groups created each year for the teachers of the grade to communicate directly with Parents on birthdays, awards, classroom needs, upcoming events, and more!
Join:
Kinder
First
Second -
Third
Fourth
Fifth
GroupMe
What It Is: Group messaging used by certain Prestwick parent groups, committees or grades for informal communication. Stay on top of the latest volunteer opportunities at Prestwick or for the PTA through the Prestwick Elementary PTA Volunteers group.
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How to Join PTA/ What the PTA Membership means -
What It Is: Purchasing a PTA membership supports programs and activities benefiting Prestwick students, teachers and families. When you buy a PTA membership it does not mean you are on the PTA, simply that you are supporting the PTA and the programs we put on throughout the year.
Who Can Join: Anyone! Students, Parents, Teachers, Grandparents, Friends near and far!!
Join Here: www.theprestwickpack.com
How to Volunteer at School
Step 1: Complete required LEISD volunteer/background-check requirements.
Step 2: Find an opportunity through the PTA volunteer page or event SignUpGenius.
Step 3: Sign up for a shift that works for you.
Volunteer Hub: https://www.littleelmisd.net/for-parents/volunteer-opportunities
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Kindergarten Performance 🎶
2026–27 Date: April 28, in conjunction with the General PTA Meeting.
Parent Action: Watch for performance time and instructions from Kindergarten teachers.
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Little Elm ISD Facebook Page
What It Is: District-level news, announcements and information.
Follow: https://www.facebook.com/littleelmisd
Lost & Found
What It Is: Location for student items found on campus.
Parent Tip: Label jackets, water bottles, lunchboxes and other belongings with your child's name.
Location/Procedure: Front entrance of school. If you have lost something and find it in the section please take back home.
Lunch Procedures / How School Lunch Works 🍎
What It Is: Parents have the opportunity to eat lunch with their child. Parents can only bring lunches for their own child, you are not allowed to bring lunches for any other students. Please be on time for your child’s lunch session, check in at the front office, show ID and take photo to get your ID sticker. At the end of lunch leave through the office doors. If your child wants to purchase lunch you can add funds to their account through the website.
Parent Action: Add funds through this website – https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/getmain.action?clientKey=&requestAction=home
Check the weekly food menu here: https://schools.mealviewer.com/school/PrestwickSTEMAcademy
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Meet the Teacher 🍎
2026–27 Date: August 10 at 5:00 PM
What It Is: Families visit Prestwick the Monday before the first day of school, meet their child's teacher, receive important back-to-school information, and drop off supplies from the grade level supply list.
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ParentSquare
What It Is: One of the primary official communication tools used by the school/district for announcements and important information.
Parents Should: Make sure notifications and contact information are current.
Pick-Up Rules
What It Is: Procedures for afternoon student pickup.
Parent Action: At meet the teacher parents will write down with their teacher the students after school plans; i.e. car pick up, walker/bike rider, Alphabest or tutoring. If your child is in car pick up Kinder – 2nd grade will be picked up in the front of the building. If your child is 3rd-5th you will pick up at the back of the school. If have multiple children the older will go with the younger child. Parents will also be provided with car hang tags for the front of your car with their name and grade, please display when in carline.
Prestwick Facebook Page
What It Is: School communication and updates directly from Prestwick.
Follow: https://www.facebook.com/PrestwickSTEM
Prestwick Positives Award ⭐
What It Is: Awards given to students for being Confident, Creative, Communicators, Responsible, Critical Thinking, Collaborative, Adaptable, and Emotionally Intelligent.
When: At the discretion of teachers – either a students main teacher or specials (art, music, gym, library) teachers. Teachers will give students Prestwick Positives and will then be recognized at the next morning Pow-Wow.
Prestwick Resources:
https://prestwick.littleelmisd.net/prestwick-resources
PTA Board Members
What It Is: Parent volunteers elected or appointed to help lead the Prestwick PTA.
Meet the Board: [Link]
Include name + role + what that person handles, which will make this much more useful than simply listing titles.
Join PTA: www.theprestwickpack.com https://prestwickpta.membershiptoolkit.com/
PTA Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/PrestwickElementaryPTA
PTA Instagram Page - @prestwickelementarypta
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Recess
What It Is: Students' outdoor/activity break during the school day.
More Information: Grade-level teachers can provide information about schedules and expectations.
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School Calendar – Where to Find It 📅
What It Is: Official school/district dates including holidays, no-school days, conferences and major school events.
Calendar: https://prestwick.littleelmisd.net/calendar
School Mascot / Lobo Nation 🐺
What It Means: Prestwick's mascot and school-spirit identity.
This would be a fun entry to explain Lobos, The Prestwick Pack, Lobo Nation, school colors and your school-spirit traditions for families who are brand-new to Prestwick.
School Supplies ✏️
What It Is: Supplies students need for their grade/classroom. Lists provided by the district before the start of the school year.
LINK: https://www.littleelmisd.net/for-parents/back-to-school-resources/school-supply-lists
Second Grade Performance 🎵
2026–27 Date: January 28, in conjunction with the General PTA Meeting.
Parent Action: Watch for performance details from Second Grade teachers.
Spirit Assemblies 🐺
What They Are: School gatherings celebrating students, school spirit and the Prestwick community.
When: October 28th BMX Assembly - during school hours
Spirit Nights 🍔
What It Is: A designated night when The PTA coordinates with a local restaurant to give back a portion of the proceeds to help fund PTA activities throughout the year. Prestwick families are encouraged to support by going to the local restaurant. Please make sure to tell your server you are there for the Prestwick PTA event.
When: Throughout the year.
Information: PTA Facebook / ParentSquare / PTA Calendar.
Spirit Wear / www.theprestwickpack.com 👕🐺
What It Is: Official Prestwick/Lobo apparel and accessories for students, parents and families.
When to Wear It: Whenever you want but especially on Spirit days and school events.
New Drops/Sales: check the shop whenever you want or look out for notices from Facebook and Instagram.
Splash Bash 💦
2026–27 Date: August 28
What It Is: [Add event description/location]
Who Attends: Everyone! Parents, students, teachers, school staff
Parent Action: [RSVP/tickets/etc.]
Volunteer Opportunity: [Yes/No]
Sign Up: [Cheddar Up / SignUpGenius]
STEM Night 🔬
2026–27 Date: April 1
What It Is: A school evening focused on science, technology, engineering and math activities for students and families.
Volunteer Opportunity: check back for updates!
STUDENT HANDBOOK : https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1786993840/littleelmisdnet/r2xf7vr12t8h73p8jcp7/LEISDStudentHandbook2026-27.pdf
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Teacher Appreciation Week 🍎❤️
2026–27 Dates: May 3–7
What It Is: A week dedicated to celebrating Prestwick's teachers and staff.
Parent Action: PTA will communicate activities, donation opportunities and ways families can participate.
Volunteer Opportunity: Yes. – Check back for more details!
Sign Up: Look out for [SignUpGenius/Cheddar Up]
Teacher Birthdays 🎂
What It Is: Check out the birthday list of all our teachers and staff!
Teacher Favorites:
Check out the link from our website – theprestwickpack.com
Teacher Lunches 🥪 (aka Grade Level Lunches)
What It Is: The PTA coordinates with local sponsors (either business or individuals) to sponsor lunches for all of the school staff. Each month a different grade level takes the lead on the lunches along with the help of the PTA chair.
August 10 – PTA Staff – Welcome Back Staff Luncheon
September 24 – Fifth Grade
October 30 – Fourth Grade
January 29 – Third Grade
February 26 – Second Grade
April 29 – First Grade
May XXX – Kinder
Transportation Changes 🚌🚗
What It Is: The official process for changing how your child goes home on a particular day.
Important: Because this is a safety issue, parents should use the school's official process rather than relying on informal messages.
Procedure/Deadline: If you have a change in dismissal, please send that to Monica King (mlking@littleelmisd.net), our school receptionist by 2:40pm. She will communicate this to our classroom teachers, and this will help us get your child to the correct dismissal spot. As you can imagine, dismissing 400+ children in a safe an organized way is essential.
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Volunteers – Where to Sign Up 🙋♀️
https://www.littleelmisd.net/for-parents/volunteer-opportunities
Parents will be able to find current opportunities on the PTA Facebook page, Prestwick Profile or communication directly from the teachers and room parents. Events include but are not limited to the following:
Book Fair • Fun Run • Teacher Lunches • Class Parties • Field Trips • Teacher Appreciation • Splash Bash • STEM Night • Special Events
Volunteer Hours: Each signup will clearly state the estimated commitment, such as 30 minutes, 1 hour, 2-hour shift, setup only, event only or take-home project.
