🧠 The Science of Motivating Young People: A Virtual Event! 🧠
How do we help our kids build resilience and a true sense of belonging? Join us for a special presentation featuring David Yeager, PhD, guest speaker and author of "10 to 25". Dr. Yeager will dive into the science of motivation, turning big research ideas into everyday strategies for parents, teachers, and caregivers of K-8 students.
When: February 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM Where: Virtual Session Cost: Free
🤝 A Community Partnership This event is proudly sponsored and presented by: KCSD96, D102 PTO, D103 Parent Education, Vernon Area Public Library
👉 REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/hbtumaud
Don't miss this opportunity to make leading the next generation a little easier for everyone! 🚀✨
#EveryDayEveryStudent #D102 #D102Impact
How do we help our kids build resilience and a true sense of belonging? Join us for a special presentation featuring David Yeager, PhD, guest speaker and author of "10 to 25". Dr. Yeager will dive into the science of motivation, turning big research ideas into everyday strategies for parents, teachers, and caregivers of K-8 students.
When: February 4, 2026, at 7:00 PM Where: Virtual Session Cost: Free
🤝 A Community Partnership This event is proudly sponsored and presented by: KCSD96, D102 PTO, D103 Parent Education, Vernon Area Public Library
👉 REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/hbtumaud
Don't miss this opportunity to make leading the next generation a little easier for everyone! 🚀✨
#EveryDayEveryStudent #D102 #D102Impact
New Year, New View! 🏫✨
We are stepping into 2026 with a lot to be thankful for. Our "Building Our Bright Future" projects at Pritchett, Tripp, and AJHS are providing our students with the safe, modern learning spaces they deserve.
As we enjoy these upgrades throughout 2026, we’re also counting down the months until summer, when construction officially begins at Meridian! 🛠️📅
Watch the video here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GopdSZm8k9_4tNkJMsBsdLTemEfyKq_H/view?usp=sharing
We’re one step closer to a fully updated district. Happy 2026!
✨New Year, New Series: D102 Difference Makers! 👏
Each and every staff member at D102 makes a #D102Impact every single day. To celebrate that dedication, we’re introducing you to the faces behind our schools.
We are thrilled to start this series with Mrs. Vettraino-Stott, our talented Music and Orchestra teacher at AJHS. Whether she’s leading a rehearsal or helping a student master a new piece, her commitment to excellence helps our students find their own rhythm. 🎵
Get to know Mrs. Vettraino-Stott and stay tuned as we feature more staff from across the district!
Each and every staff member at D102 makes a #D102Impact every single day. To celebrate that dedication, we’re introducing you to the faces behind our schools.
We are thrilled to start this series with Mrs. Vettraino-Stott, our talented Music and Orchestra teacher at AJHS. Whether she’s leading a rehearsal or helping a student master a new piece, her commitment to excellence helps our students find their own rhythm. 🎵
Get to know Mrs. Vettraino-Stott and stay tuned as we feature more staff from across the district!
🐾We are so glad to partner with the Homegrown Therapy Dog team. From reading sessions with students to spreading smiles at district events, these incredible pups (and their dedicated owners, including some of our own staff!) bring so much joy to our community.
Want to be part of the magic? ✨
Homegrown Therapy Dogs is looking for new members! If you’ve ever thought about training your dog to become a certified therapy animal, now is your chance. A new training class is launching next week for D102 staff, families, and community members.
🗓️ Join an Informational Meeting:
Learn more about the program and how to get started at one of these upcoming sessions:
Monday, January 12 @ 7:00 p.m. or Wednesday, January 14 @ 7:00 p.m.
Questions? Reach out to Pritchett’s very own Melissa Fasuna at: 📧 homegrowntherapydogs@gmail.com
✨ Spreading Joy at Pritchett! 🎨❄️
The week before break was heartwarming for Pritchett students! 🏫 Mrs. Johnson’s third graders dived deep into their imaginations to answer one question: What does "joy" look like to you? 💭 The students created artwork using descriptive adjectives to illustrate their own definitions of joy.
Meanwhile, Pritchett kindergarteners have been hard at work on a special surprise for their families! ☃️ They hand-crafted adorable snowman picture frames to take home. The students especially loved spending time wrapping their gifts with care, eager to share their hard work with their parents. 🎁💝
The week before break was heartwarming for Pritchett students! 🏫 Mrs. Johnson’s third graders dived deep into their imaginations to answer one question: What does "joy" look like to you? 💭 The students created artwork using descriptive adjectives to illustrate their own definitions of joy.
Meanwhile, Pritchett kindergarteners have been hard at work on a special surprise for their families! ☃️ They hand-crafted adorable snowman picture frames to take home. The students especially loved spending time wrapping their gifts with care, eager to share their hard work with their parents. 🎁💝
❄️ Winter Break is officially here! ❄️
It’s time to trade in the backpacks for blankets and the pencils for hot cocoa. We hope all of our students, staff, and families have a safe, restful, and wonderful holiday season.
🗓️ Reminder: School is now closed. We look forward to seeing everyone back in schools when classes resume on Tuesday, January 6.
Enjoy the break! ☃️✨
It’s time to trade in the backpacks for blankets and the pencils for hot cocoa. We hope all of our students, staff, and families have a safe, restful, and wonderful holiday season.
🗓️ Reminder: School is now closed. We look forward to seeing everyone back in schools when classes resume on Tuesday, January 6.
Enjoy the break! ☃️✨
The latest edition of The Pritchett Post, December 19, 2025, is now available! https://app.smore.com/n/z7n36
✨ Pritchett Students Dive Into the World of AI! ✨
Our second and third-grade students recently joined the global Hour of AI event during technology time with Mrs. Pingel! 🤖 Students explored what AI is and how it can be used responsibly to make a positive impact on our world. 🤝
In a hands-on activity, our young innovators "trained" an AI robot to distinguish between marine wildlife and ocean pollution. 🌊🐟 This exciting lesson showed them a real-world example of how machine learning can help clean up our oceans and protect the planet! 🌍🚀 We are so proud of our students for exploring the technology of the future today! 🌟 #D102 #EveryDayEveryStudent
Our second and third-grade students recently joined the global Hour of AI event during technology time with Mrs. Pingel! 🤖 Students explored what AI is and how it can be used responsibly to make a positive impact on our world. 🤝
In a hands-on activity, our young innovators "trained" an AI robot to distinguish between marine wildlife and ocean pollution. 🌊🐟 This exciting lesson showed them a real-world example of how machine learning can help clean up our oceans and protect the planet! 🌍🚀 We are so proud of our students for exploring the technology of the future today! 🌟 #D102 #EveryDayEveryStudent
The December 5 edition of The Pritchett Post is now available! Check it out! https://app.smore.com/n/8qvnb
Reminder! No school November 24-28. All offices will be closed. Happy Thanksgiving!
🎶🌎 Get ready to move! Pritchett and Tripp Schools brought the joy with their amazing Family Music Nights! 💃🕺
Families connected through rhythmic movement, music, and community spirit! Guided by the wonderful Mrs. Binder (Pritchett) and Mrs. Soto (Tripp), attendees plunged into joyful folk dances from around the world. 🌍 They mastered unique steps, sequences, and gained a beautiful appreciation for diverse cultures through this expressive art. 💖
What an incredible way to learn and connect!
#D102Impact #EveryDayEveryStudent
Families connected through rhythmic movement, music, and community spirit! Guided by the wonderful Mrs. Binder (Pritchett) and Mrs. Soto (Tripp), attendees plunged into joyful folk dances from around the world. 🌍 They mastered unique steps, sequences, and gained a beautiful appreciation for diverse cultures through this expressive art. 💖
What an incredible way to learn and connect!
#D102Impact #EveryDayEveryStudent
This Saturday, November 15th, marks the official date we recognize the immense commitment of our D102 School Board! We extend our deepest gratitude to these dedicated volunteers who provide invaluable leadership and insight, ensuring the success and well-being of our entire learning community. You certainly make a #D102Impact
Superintendent McIntyre acknowledged their partnership at the November 11 meeting by presenting each member with an official D102 staff jersey! Now, our Board proudly wears the same gear as all D102 employees throughout the district.
Thank you, D102 Board of Education, for your service! 🍎
#EveryDayEveryStudent #D102
Superintendent McIntyre acknowledged their partnership at the November 11 meeting by presenting each member with an official D102 staff jersey! Now, our Board proudly wears the same gear as all D102 employees throughout the district.
Thank you, D102 Board of Education, for your service! 🍎
#EveryDayEveryStudent #D102
Reminder! No school on Friday, November 7.
The October 31 edition of The Pritchett Post is now available! Check it out! https://secure.smore.com/n/dku35
Staff had a blast getting into the spooky spirit and dressing up today, all for our amazing students!. Check out these photos of our amazing staff showing off their creative costumes! #D102 #EveryDayEveryStudent
Check out the haul! 👇
The Pritchett Student Council wrapped up their collection for Project Boo and were so proud of their results! Every piece of candy donated headed out to the Fill a Heart for Kids organization to ensure that all children can experience a fun and safe Halloween. Way to make a #D102IMPACT Panthers! #EveryDayEveryStudent #D102
The Pritchett Student Council wrapped up their collection for Project Boo and were so proud of their results! Every piece of candy donated headed out to the Fill a Heart for Kids organization to ensure that all children can experience a fun and safe Halloween. Way to make a #D102IMPACT Panthers! #EveryDayEveryStudent #D102
Reminder! No school tomorrow, October 20.
Pritchett families gathered for a fantastic inaugural Family Book Club! It was a beautiful reminder of how food connects us to our cultures and to each other. 📚✨
The discussion centered around the delightful story, "Bilal Cooks Daal." Participants enjoyed reading the book together and then shared meaningful conversations about the special and important foods in their own homes. We even used colorful lentil beans to create mosaics 🎨 reminiscent of the daal Bilal cooks in the story!
Thank you to the amazing organizers, Ms. Boznos, Mrs. Takeuchi, and Ms. Blair, for planning and hosting such a warm and engaging program.
#D102Impact #EveryDayEveryStudent
The discussion centered around the delightful story, "Bilal Cooks Daal." Participants enjoyed reading the book together and then shared meaningful conversations about the special and important foods in their own homes. We even used colorful lentil beans to create mosaics 🎨 reminiscent of the daal Bilal cooks in the story!
Thank you to the amazing organizers, Ms. Boznos, Mrs. Takeuchi, and Ms. Blair, for planning and hosting such a warm and engaging program.
#D102Impact #EveryDayEveryStudent
