Patterson Pages
October 7, 2024
Campus Mission:
Patterson Elementary is a safe, inclusive, and collaborative learning community that supports the whole child by fostering academic, social, and emotional growth. We set high expectations, embrace diversity, and partner with families to ensure every student reaches their full potential.
Campus Vision:
At Patterson Elementary, we collaborate to support student growth through effective instruction, strong relationships, and data-driven decisions. We are a dedicated team that celebrates achievements and maintains a positive culture to ensure every student meets or exceeds grade-level expectations.
Guidelines for Success:
At Patterson Elementary, Pumas have PRIDE!
I will be prepared and ready to learn.
I will show respect to myself and others.
I will model integrity by being trustworthy.
I will make smart decisions.
I will have empathy by showing kindness.
Hello!
Hello Patterson Families!
Just a few reminders for the week:
- A general PTO meeting will be held on Monday, October 7, at 5:30 pm in the cafeteria. It is open to all Patterson families.
- Fall basket donations for each grade level are due this Thursday, October 10. Donations can be turned into your child's teacher or the front office. The Fall Festival is on October 25 from 5:30-7:30 pm. Families can trunk-n-treat, play games, visit the food trucks, and purchase tickets for grade level baskets and class projects.
- Students do not have school this Friday, October 11.
- Conroe ISD is closed on Monday, October 14.
I am honored to serve the Puma community. At Patterson Elementary, it is our goal to create a safe, caring, and positive learning experience for all children. I will nurture a school community where parents, teachers, staff, and students care for each other and strive to build positive relationships that support academic and social/emotional growth. I look forward to working together to provide an outstanding learning experience for every Patterson Puma!
We are Patterson Pumas and we have PRIDE!
Melissa Ralston, Principal
Upcoming Events
October:
7th: Wear Blue for Bully Prevention & General PTO meeting 5:30 pm
11th: No school for students
14th: Holiday: No school
17th: Kona Ice Day - students can purchase a $3 Kona Ice treat at recess
21th: Book Fair opens
21st: Red Ribbon week
25th: Storybook Character Parade
25th: Fall Festival 5:30-7:30 pm
25th: Last day for Book Fair
30th: Class pictures and Individual retakes
Monday, October 7th - Wear Blue!
Voter Registration
Are you vote ready? If you’ve moved, changed your name, never registered, or are unsure about your voter registration status, visit https://elections.mctx.org before October 7 for the November 5, 2024 election. Already registered? You can confirm your information at the Montgomery County Elections website, too.
Fall Fest Basket Donations Due!
Fall Festival Basket Donations are due no later than THIS THURSDAY 10/10/24. Please send your items with your PUMA. There are still some spots open for items needing to be donated.
Red Ribbon Week: October 21-25
PTO News:
Gifted & Talented Nominations
Referral requests are now open for the Conroe Independent School District Gifted and Talented program. Although the testing will not take place until late January, referral requests are accepted at this time. Referral requests can be made by the parents and/or campus staff. It is recommended that parents of 2nd grade students wait until CogAT scores have arrived before nominating their child because CogAT scores are part of the GT assessment. If you are interested in referring your child, you may want to discuss this with your child’s teacher. Referrals will be accepted October 1- December 19, 2024. You may request a referral form from the front office or the Counselor. You can also find the referral form and other GT information on the CISD GT homepage.
Conroe ISD Cars & Coffee
Join us Saturday, October 26, for our Fall District-Wide Cars & Coffee from 8 to 11 a.m. at Woodforest Bank Stadium. There will also be a designated area for an Emergency Response Vehicle Touch-a-Truck! Admission, car entry, and coffee are FREE! Roll-in for participants is from 7:30 to 8:00.
Be A Watch DOG! We Need YOU!
Patterson Dads, Granddads, Uncles, and Father Figures,
We are excited to invite you to become a Watch DOG (Dad of Great Students) at Patterson Elementary School! As a Watch DOG, you can make a positive impact on our students by volunteering your time in various ways throughout the school day.
Here are some opportunities where you can lend a hand:
- Arrival Assistance: Help unload cars and greet students as they arrive in the morning. (7:00-8:00 AM)
- Lunch Duty: Assist with supervising students during lunch. (10:30-1:30 PM)
- Classroom Volunteering: Morning Session: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM or Afternoon Session: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Your presence makes a huge difference in our school community, and we greatly appreciate any time you can offer.
Please complete the Conroe ISD Volunteer Background check here: Volunteer in CISD
Thank you for your continued support!
Patterson Elementary
CISD Parent Resource Center
Standards Based Report Cards for PreK-2nd Grade
Parents of students in Pre-K, Kinder, 1st, and 2nd:
Your child will receive a Standards Based Report Card (SBRC) at the end of each grading period.
1st grading period ends October 10th
2nd grading period ends December 20th
3rd grading period ends March 7th
4th grading period ends May 23rd.
This is the first year for students in SECOND grade to receive Standards Based Report Cards. Below are Standards Based Report Card (SBRC) Brochures for each grade level. This brochure explains what SBRC is, the performance levels, and an example of a SBRC report card.
Visitor Lunch Sign-up
Due to the limited space we have for lunch visitors in the cafeteria, please use the sign-up sheet below if you would like to eat lunch with your child. We ask that you limit your visits to two times a week to allow other families a chance to sign up. Thank you!
Common Language to Know at Patterson
Suicide Prevention and Awareness Toolkit
The CISD Guidance and Counseling Suicide Prevention and Awareness Toolkit is here to help share important information during National Suicide Prevention Month in September.
Social Media & Cell Phone Tips
A study published in JAMA Pediatrics found a significant association between high social media use and increased odds of depression symptoms in adolescents.
Un estudio publicado en JAMA Pediatrics encontró una asociación significativa entre el uso intensivo de las redes sociales y mayores probabilidades de síntomas de depresión en adolescentes.
Parent Portal - New This Year
Parents/Guardians:
We are looking forward to a great school year. In an effort to help our parents, we are moving to a Parent Portal for parents to access information about their child. You will login similar to the way your child does for school (similar to the SSO) to access school information. All parents/guardians will need to enroll to create an account. You will need the email address that is in your child’s record. Once you enter the email, you will be prompted to create a password.
Please click Parent Portal Directions to for instructions or go to Conroe ISD Webpage then Parents/Students to access the link to the Parent Portal.
We hope that you enjoy this transition to a new and convenient platform.
Sincerely,
Conroe ISD Technology
Planning Ahead
Cellphone and Smartwatch Policy
Cell phones and smartwatches may be used respectfully and responsibly before school and after school.
Cell phones and smartwatches should not be used to capture video, audio, or images at school or on the bus.
Cell phones and smartwatches should be set on silent mode and kept in backpacks, lockers, or other designated storage areas and should not be visible during school hours including instructional time, reward time, free time, lunch, and in the hallways.
Use of cell phones and smartwatches may be permitted in extenuating circumstances with permission from a staff member. (ex. to notify parent/ guardian of a late bus)
Transportation Information
Being Safe on the Bus
Nurse's News
Patterson Elementary Clinic Information
Myla Cobler, RN- School Nurse
Amber Phipps, clinic assistant
- Please pack an extra pair of clothes, including underwear and socks, in your child's backpack daily (accidents and spills happen often) …even 4th graders.
- It is important to call, email, or send a note to the nurse and teacher if your child is having any type of health problem on a particular day. This is extremely helpful for the nurse if your child presents to the clinic.
REGARDING MEDICATION:
In order for the nurse to give your child any medication (over the counter or prescription) a current, written doctor’s order is encouraged:
1. The medication must be approved for your child's age by the FDA (herbs cannot be given)
2. The medication must be in the original container
3. Prescription medication must have the current prescription label on the bottle or inhaler
4. The medication must be brought to the nurse by the parent/ guardian and permission form signed
5. Per CISD Policy, children are not allowed to transport medication (prescribed/ OTC)
REGARDING ILLNESS:
A student will be sent home from school with the following symptoms:
- Temperature of 100 degrees or more
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- Too ill to function in the classroom
- Suspected contagious condition or disease
Vision and Hearing Screenings:
*Vision and Hearing
- Pre-k, Kinder, 1st and 3rd graders and those new to Texas, will have vision and hearing screenings this fall. Referrals will be sent home with those who fail. If your child has already had a screening with their medical provider you may send a copy to the clinic and we will update their health record.
Please call or e-mail with questions or concerns:
Clinic phone- 936-709-4312
email: mcobler@conroeisd.net
Parent Access Login
By logging into Parent Access, you can check your child's grades, assignments, and attendance.
To access your child’s information online you must register for an account.
Please go to the following link and follow the directions below:
Click the “Student/Parent” tab
Click on “Parent Access Center”
Click “Register”
Prioritizing Saftey
All staff and visitors must wear a visible badge at all times, with visitors’ badges including a time and date stamp. Safety is our ultimate responsibility and takes all of us working together.
School Information
- Our doors open at 7:00 for all students.
- Students are counted "tardy" after 7:55. Instruction begins promptly at 8:00 and we want our students present and ready to learn!
- Breakfast is served from 7:30-7:55.
- Transportation changes need to be made by 2:15. Emergency transportation changes can be made no later than 2:30.
- Students will not be checked out after 2:15.
- Dismissal begins at 3:10.
- Please display your car sign when picking your students up each day. This is for the safety for all students and to help our staff and substitutes on duty.
- Thank you for your continued support. We are Puma proud!
Get Connected
Stay in touch with CISD by downloading our new mobile app!
Download the app on your mobile device today and select ‘yes’ to receive push notifications with the latest news and updates from the District.
Key Features:
- Push Notifications - Select ‘yes’ when you download the app to receive the latest push notifications from the District.
- Calendar Events - Add events to the calendar on your personal mobile device directly from the calendar section on the app.
- News - Check out the latest District-wide and school news all in one place!
Volunteer Application
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Connect With Us!
Email: patterson@conroeisd.net
Website: http://patterson.conroeisd.net
Location: 670 Beach Airport Road, Conroe, TX 77301
Phone: 936-709-4300
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PattersonCISD/
Twitter: @PattersonElementary
Patterson Administration
Genesis Humphrey - Assistant Princpal
Janet Cervantes - Assistant Principal
Melissa Ralston - Principal
Nikki Kelley - Counselor
Irene Green - Counselor
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The Conroe Independent School District (District) as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.
For information about Title IX rights or Section 504/ADA rights, contact the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA coordinator at 3205 W. Davis, Conroe, TX 77304; (936) 709-7752.