Patterson Elementary Announcements
April 5, 2024
Patterson Ranked in the 2024 Niche Top 25 Best Elementary Schools in Illinois!
Patterson received an A+ overall rating by Niche and is ranked number 21 out of 2,125 elementary schools in Illinois. Congratulations Prairie Dogs!
Illinois PTA Reflections State Award Winner
Congratulations to Nithin S., 4th grade, on achieving the Illinois PTA Reflections State Award of Artistic Distinction - Music for his music composition piece "Hope is Light"! This is such a wonderful achievement! CONGRATULATIONS Nithin!
Report Cards For Quarter Three Are Now Posted
Check your child's report card for Quarter 3 and attendance. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child's teacher.
Note that schools are responsible to monitor student attendance. Good Attendance is part of our school report card rating. If you are struggling with school attendance, please reach out to our staff at Patterson at 630-428-6500. Link to Attendance Resources
Eclipse Watching on Monday April 8, 2024
- Permission slips are required. They were emailed seperately and can also be found at the end of this Newsletter.
- Alternate Activity (indoor viewing) is available for those without permission to view outside
- Protective glasses meeting the ISO12312-2 safety requirements, are provided for all students and staff
- The eclipse will be at it fullest at 2:06pm.
- In case of severe weather, we will view a livestream from a clearer area on line.
Important Patterson Dates
April 5 - 3Q Report Cards Posted on ParentVue at 4PM
April 8 - Solar Eclipse approximately 2:00 pm - 2:20 pm; Certified Safety glasses will be provided for all. Permission slips are required.
April 10 - Last Day to turn in Kane County Cougars Reading Club Forms
April 12 - KN Field Trip to Planetarium, 4th Grade NPD Internet Safety Presentation
April 15 - PTA General Meeting, 9:30am
April 16 - Katherine Applegate virtual visit Grades 2/3
April 17 - Patterson Battle of Bluestem 4:00
April 18 - 3rd Grade Planetarium Field Trip
April 23 - 2nd Grade Field Trip - Alice in Wonderland
April 24 - Crosstown Battle of Bluestem 5:00 at Builta Elementary
May 1 - Principal Day!
May 6 - Nurse's Day! Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6 - 10)
May 13 - PTA General Meeting at 6:30 PM room 107 - District Budget Update from Dr. Talley
May 15 - RETIREMENT OPEN HOUSE for MRS. FROST 4:00 - 6:00pm Patterson -
May 16 - 5th Grade Visits Gregory Middle School
May 17 - 5th Grade Sock Hop
May 20 - Mrs. Frost Retirement Recognition at the Board of Ed. Meeting
May 21 - Student Council End of The Year Party 3:35
May 22 - 3rd Grade Wax Museum at 6:30 in the Gym
May 27 - No School - Memorial Day
May 29 - Mrs. Frost Retirement Party (PTA/Community) 2:00 -5:00 outside/gym - by PTA
PUNS Presentation - Wednesday, 04/10 at 6:30pm
Dear Parents/Guardians with children with special needs:
Patterson is hosting a presentation on Wednesday, April 10th at 6:30pm regarding PUNS (Illinois Prioritization of Urgency of Need for Services), both in-person and virtually. This information is applicable to students receiving special education services. Please click on the link below to review the flyer for additional information, including the RSVP form. We look forward to seeing you! Click Here to learn more about PUNS. - Patterson Special Education Team
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LMC Information and News
Just a reminder regarding Chromebooks/Technology. Chromebooks are to be used for instructional purposes only. They are not for gaming, music, or any other outside activity. Thank you for reinforcing at home.
Katherine Applegate will be visiting our 2/3 graders in April virtually. I will be raffling off 10 Doggo and Pupper books to the grade levels! What an exciting opportunity!
BATTLE OF THE BLUESTEM is right around the corner! April 17 at 4:00 in the gym. Get ready to get the battle of books on!!!
Happy Reading!
Mrs. Maly
Internet Safety and Digital Citizenship
Here is a great article and information from Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (offical website of the United States government).
A Message From Mr. Folley - PE
Dear Parents,
I am really excited about the Sport Stacking unit we are currently doing in PE. Sport Stacking is an exciting sport where students stack and unstack 12-specially designed cups (Speed Stacks). Sport Stacking uses both sides of the body and brain developing important athletic and academic skills.
One of my goals, as a Physical Educator, is to promote activity at home through positive alternatives to computer, television and video game screen time. I believe that Sport Stacking is a unique, fun and simple activity that motivates kids to get up and move.
I have Speed Stacks Sets and StackMats for students to purchase here at the school as they are not available in stores.
- Sets are $25.00. Pro Series 2 sets are $30.00. StackMats (mat, timer and gear bag) are $30.00. You pay no shipping, PLUS, the school will earn a percentage of your purchase in equipment for our PE program.
- Speed Stacks Sets and StackMats are available for immediate purchase. ‘First come, First served’ on color and design choices.
Act now, I have a limited supply of colors and quantities. I plan to close our New Group Order on April 12th, 2024. All orders must be paid with a credit card. To purchase your student’s Speed Stacks Set and/or StackMat, go to the link below, choose your school and place your order.
Speed Stacks Group Order (Sport Stacking)
Speed Stacks is the worldwide leader in Sport Stacking. Sport Stacking is an amazing sport of fitness, agility, concentration and quickness. Thousands of teachers, administrators, and parents along with millions of kids have experienced the benefits of Sport Stacking.
After you place the order, print out the receipt and have your student bring the receipt to me to pick up their item(s) during their regularly scheduled PE class. Please encourage your student to have a second choice in mind since it is ‘First come, First served’ on color and design choices.
Sincerely,
Mr. Folley
Patterson Physical Education
Incoming Kindergarten 2024-2025 Information
Patterson PTA Updates:
The Patterson PTA Executive Board and PTA Committees help support exciting enrichment activities for the Patterson students, staff and community. There are many great volunteer opportunities available through the Patterson PTA! If you would like more information about the PTA volunteer opportunities please contact the Patterson PTA: thepattersonpta@gmail.com
During the General PTA Meeting on 3/4/24, the 2024-2026 PTA Executive Board Nominating Committee presented the 2024-2026 PTA Executive Board Nominee Slate:
President: Anthony Dorato-Hankins
Vice President Administration: Nicole Vondrasek
Vice President Enrichment: Misty Torrez
Treasurer: John Hanson
Secretary: Nate Jones and Stephanie Jones
Voting for the 2024-2026 PTA Executive Board will take place at the April 15th PTA General Meeting. Please join us for our next PTA General Meeting: Monday, April 15th 9:30am, Patterson Rm. 107
If you are unable to join us in person, feel free to join via Google Meet at the scheduled time.
https://meet.google.com/qka-sdkw-wzq
Or by phone: (US) +1 475-441-5230 PIN: 183 264 997#
Kane County Cougars Reading Club - Last Chance To Turn In Forms: April 10th!!!
The Kane County Cougar Reading Program ended on April 3rd. If you have not turned in your Reading Log yet, please do so. The LAST CHANCE to turn in your Reading Log is April 10th! Due to our ticket order deadline, reading logs will NOT be accepted after April 10th.
Game Date: Friday, May 17th at 6:30pm
*Ticket information for participating students and families will be available soon.
*Please note that the Patterson Chorus will NOT be performing at the Cougars game this year, and instead performed at the Chicago Wolves game on March 17.
You can print a copy of the Reading Log at the attached link.
Patterson Spirit Wear!
Update your Spirit Wear for Spring, plus a $10 Voucher!! Shop for Patterson Spirit Wear at the link below!
Prairie Dog Partners Volunteers
If you are new to Prairie Dog Partners (have not volunteered for PDP in the past) but are interested in learning more about the Prairie Dog Partners program, please fill out the Interest Form in the link below for more information about the program and training opportunities to become a Prairie Dog Partners Volunteer.
Prairie Dog Partner Volunteers who previously volunteered during the 2022-23 school year OR if you have attended the Prairie Dog Partners Training, you are welcome to sign up for a volunteer slot in the link below now. If you have not filled out a Volunteer Form for the 2023-24 school year yet, please make sure you have turned in a completed form to the office before your first volunteer day.
* Please note all Prairie Dog Partners Volunteers must be PTA Members.
Please contact PTA: thepattersonpta@gmail.com with questions.
Join the Patterson PTA!
Follow the Patterson PTA on Facebook! If you wish to join the Patterson PTA Facebook page, please make sure you answer both questions so a moderator can add you to the group!
Questions or Suggestions? Email thepattersonpta@gmail.com
Google Site: Click Here!
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Permission Slip
Solar Eclipse Watch Party
April 8, 2024
Dear Parent/Guardian,
On Monday, April 8, 2024, there will be a significant celestial event occurring - a solar eclipse. This offers a unique educational opportunity for our students and staff to witness and learn about this rare occurrence. IPSD is hosting a district wide watch party for our elementary students!
To ensure the safety of your child, all students must have parental permission, in order to participate in viewing the eclipse on the afternoon of April 8th. Our school district is providing all students, faculty and staff with ISO- Certified Solar eclipse glasses for the event!
We ask that you consider your own child in determining whether this opportunity would be cognitively appropriate. Students must be able to physically wear the glasses at all times while outdoors. If you do not believe your child would be able to cognitively or physically tolerate the glasses, parents should not grant permission. Alternate activities will be provided indoors, including an opportunity to view the event on a livestream video.
Please review the details below and complete the permission form accordingly.
Student Name: _____________________________
Grade/Teacher: ____________________________
I give permission for my child, named above, to participate in the solar eclipse viewing activity.
I understand that, while the school will provide the appropriate eye protection, it is my student’s responsibility to wear the eye protection appropriately while outdoors. The school/district will assume no responsibility for students who do not keep eye protection on during the event.
I do not give permission for my child, named above, to participate in the solar eclipse viewing activity.
I understand my student will remain indoors and be provided with the opportunity to view this event live streamed and/or participate in an optional activity.
Please return the signed permission slip by Thursday, April 4th. Students who do not return a permission form will NOT participate in viewing the solar eclipse outdoors on April 8th.
_______________________________ ____________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature Date