Weekly Waddle

Happy Rainy Friday Pattengill!

April is Ability Awareness Month and our students and staff are spending this month learning about and celebrating our differences. We started the month with Autism Awareness Week and each day our students participated in an activity that taught them about Autism. A read-aloud we enjoyed was A Friend Like Simon by Kate Gaynor. We also held Autism Awareness Spirit Week and it was amazing to see so many students participate. Pattengill is one of only two elementary schools in Berkley Schools with Autism programs.

Solar Eclipse Day was an unforgettable experience at Pattengill. Many families joined us to witness science coming to life. Together, we all watched in awe as the moon passed in front of the sun, creating a captivating moment of both fun and learning for everyone involved. What a great experience for our students and staff! A big thank you to our District for providing solar eclipse glasses for all students and staff.

Have a great weekend!

Proud to be your principal!

Shamika

Hello Pattengill Penguins! I am Josh Daniels and I am in my second year as the Physical Education teacher. I have been in education for 15 years and have worked as an administrator, teacher, and coach. I am married to my wife, Debbi, and have a very energetic daughter, Lindsey, who is five. I am a big sports fan and follow all of our local teams (even when they are not good). I really enjoy working with the students and our classes are filled with a lot of energy and movement. I am very happy and proud to be working at Pattengill Elementary!

M-STEP Testing

3rd through 5th grade students will begin M-STEP testing in the coming weeks. 3rd and 4th grade students are assessed in ELA and Math while 5th grade will be assessed in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Schools and districts use test results, among others, for school improvement initiatives that benefit students. The data gathered from this year's state assessments and other data will help our staff support students when they return to school next school year and move forward with their education.

Before the Test Tips

*Develop a positive attitude. Tell yourself, "I will do my best on this test."

*Get a good night's sleep the night before the test.

*Get up early enough to avoid hurrying to get ready for school.

*Eat a healthy breakfast.

During the Test Tips

*Relax and Stay calm.

*Listen carefully to the directions the teacher gives.

*Ask questions if you don't understand what to do.

*Read each question carefully. Find the key words. Try to figure out what the question is really asking.

*Read the entire question and look at all the answer choices.

*Take your time picking the best answer

M-STEP Schedule

3rd Grade

ELA - 4/17

Math - 5/1

4th Grade

ELA - 4/15

Math - 4/24

5th Grade

ELA - 4/23

Math - 4/26

Science - 5/2

Social Studies - 5/9

Breakfast and Lunch are FREE for all students for the 2023-24 school year. We encourage everyone to participate. You are still welcome to send your child with a lunch from home if you would prefer. 1% Milk, white or chocolate, may be purchased for home lunches for 75¢.

Breakfast begins at 7:45 each morning in the Media Center. Students who would like breakfast should enter through the Main Entrance. Students are dismissed from the Media Center when the bell rings. TK - 1st Grade students are escorted to class by an aide. Breakfast is milk, juice, cereal or a breakfast bar/muffin.

Parents must annually complete the Volunteer Release Form to volunteer at Pattengill. Please complete the form found HERE and turn it into the Main Office along with a Driver's License to volunteer in our building. We would love to have you!

Spirit Wear Weekly Specials

A portion of our spirit wear sales comes back to the PTA! Happy Shopping!

• 20% off Glidan Hoodies

• 10% off Ladies Stripe Double Hood
  

• 10% off Ladies Fanatics
• 15% off Cyclone Tie Dyes
• 15% off Crystal Tie Dye Tees
• 15% off Backpacks

Get ready for upcoming Pattengill PTA theme days, $1 suggest donation to the PTA

• April 25th - NFL Draft - Bring out the Honolulu Blue
  

Are you passionate about advocacy, diversity, and inclusion? Join our committee!

The Pattengill Renaissance PTA committee is excited to welcome interested PTA members to join our committee as we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in our school community.

April 24 - Dad's Club Meeting, 8 PM American Legion

April 25 - PTA Dress Day - NFL Draft (Lions Gear Theme)

May 3- Dad's Club Spring Dance

May 7- No School for Students

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