Weekly Waddle

Pattengill Community,

As we wrap up this week and look ahead to Thanksgiving Recess, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for our incredible school community. Your continued support and generosity make a profound difference in the lives of our students and beyond.

A special thank you to everyone who contributed to our Student Lighthouse Team's Canned Food Drive in partnership with Gleaners Food Bank. Together, we collected an impressive amount of canned goods and non-perishable food to help those in need, showcasing the spirit of kindness and compassion that defines our school community

Additionally, the PTA's Caring & Sharing initiative is underway. Caring & Sharing provides critical support to families in our community during the holiday season. If you know of a family in need, or if your family is in need this holiday season, please complete the Caring & Sharing 2024 Referral Form. If you would like to make a monetary donation, please CLICK THE LINK TO DONATE TO CARING & SHARING 2024.

I wish you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday filled with love, gratitude, and lots of fun. Whether you’re traveling or staying close to home, take time to cherish those special moments together.

Thank you for being an essential part of our school family.

Proud to be your principal!

Shamika

As the weather gets colder and students begin wearing more layers, our Lost and Found is filling up quickly with jackets, hats, gloves, and other items. We kindly ask that you remind your student to stop by the Lost and Found to check for any misplaced belongings. The Lost & Found is open to parents after 3:15 PM each day. To help us return items more easily, please ensure your child’s clothing and belongings are labeled with their name. Thank you!

A STEM summer camp where kids build creative inventions. Led by certified local educators, Camp Invention offers new and exciting hands-on activities every year for kids entering grades K-6.

2025 Program: Discover
This year’s brand-new program will illuminate imaginations, inspire curiosity and help kids build essential STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) skills through collaboration and problem solving. Campers explore hands-on challenges and open-ended adventures designed to unlock creativity and help them shine their brightest!

Secure Your Spot Today
Register online or call 800-968-4332

• Grades: K - 6th
• Location: Norup International School
• 14450 Manhattan Street, Oak Park, MI 48237
• Date: June 23 - 27, 2025
• Time & Cost: 9 am - 3:30 pm | $275 (before discount)
• Camp Director: Kimberly Ternus | kimberly.ternus@berkleyschools.org | (248) 837-8655
  
  

Current Offer: $35 off with code GIFT35 if you sign up by 12/31.

Berkley Schools has partnered with Varsity Tutors for Schools, an online platform with access to free learning tools.

The Varsity Tutors Platform gives students more opportunities to learn at their own pace, to get support on subjects they might be struggling with, to explore subjects they are learning in class and to support their curiosities. The platform includes the following:

• 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring and on-demand essay review to help students with any questions about homework, classwork or test prep.

• Live group classes, recorded classes and celebrity-led StarCourses allow students to learn more about the subjects they’re interested in and add a touch of fun.

• Assessments and self study practice problems provide opportunities to drill skills towards mastery.

• College prep & admissions resources ensure that students have the best resources available.
  
  

How to Access Varsity Tutors

Sign into the Varsity Tutors platform through the student Clever portal. To learn how to log into Clever with your child’s Berkley Schools Google account, follow these directions.

Learn More & Get Started!

• Varsity Tutors Berkley Schools Launchpad

• Frequently Asked Questions

• Varsity Tutors video overview

Bagel sales would not be possible without the many parents who sign up to sell bagels. Please use this link if you would like to sign up to help sell bagels this school year.

You may now pre-purchase an extra slice for the month of December! Please send $6 to the Main Office in a marked envelope with your student's name, grade, and teacher by November 26th if you would like to pre-purchase an extra slice of pizzas for the month of November.

Extra slices of cheese or pepperoni pizza may be purchased for $2. Please send money in a marked envelope with your student's name, grade, and teacher by Friday of each week. Thanks!

Parents must annually complete the Volunteer Release Form to volunteer at Pattengill. We would love to have you!

Caring & Sharing kicks off on November 4th and is a Berkley Area PTSA Council annual event that provides holiday gift cards to families in the Berkley School District and local Veterans.

In 2023, Caring & Sharing raised $20,420, fed 85 families, and gave over $1,000 to the American Legion. In addition to monetary donations through Memberhub, substantial donations were also received as part of the Berkley Cares Days at each school.

If you know of a family in need, or your family is in need this holiday season, please complete the Caring & Sharing 2024 Referral Form. All referral information will be used confidentially to provide families in need with a gift card this holiday season.

We are asking for your support as we come together to help our friends & neighbors this holiday season. Please make a donation today and spread the word within our Berkley School Community!

If you would like to make a monetary donation, please CLICK THE LINK TO DONATE TO CARING & SHARING 2024

2024 PTSA Caring and Sharing Theme Days

November 8 - Hat Day

November 15- Pajama Day

November 22 - Class Color/Spirit Day

December 6 - MVP Day

Donations accepted in cash or memberhub

Any questions? Contact this year’s Caring & Sharing Chair Abby Watteny

Pattengill will be hosting an Open House Family Craft Night on Friday December 6th from 4-8 pm. We will be offering three different winter crafts.

Advanced registration and payment are required to attend.

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Additional information on the crafts, an estimate on how long it will take to do each craft and pricing is available by visiting the above link. Please note, this is a drop in event meaning you are not required to stay for the whole time. Parents are required to stay.

Join us at Evereve Birmingham (128 S Old Woodward Ave) for a Shop to Donate event. The store is open from 11-5, then the PTA will be hosting sips and snacks from 5-7 - shopping only for Pattengill families during this time! 15% of the day's purchases go back to Pattengill, not valid on gift cards.

11/27- 11/29 - Thanksgiving Recess

12/3 - PTA Meeting at 7:00pm in the Media Center

12/6 - MVP Day, PTA Caring & Sharing, $1

12/23 - 1/3 - Winter Break

1/7 - PTA Meeting

1/9, 1/10, 1/13 - Hearing Screening TK, K, 2, 4

1/21 - TK/K Information Night, 6:30 PM

Email: shamika.womble@berkleyschools.org
Website: https://www.berkleyschools.org/schools/pattengill/
Location: 3540 Morrison Avenue, Berkley, MI, USA
Phone: 248-837-8700
PTA Facebook: facebook.com/PattengillPTA
Twitter: @PattengillEl