Dear Patterson Families,
Spring is in the air and with that brings some fun weeks ahead for our students. Read Across America and school spirit week is March 4th-8th. During this week students will be celebrating books, authors, having themed dress up days, and reading with a
different theme each day. The week will be packed with on-site field trips, school spirit assemblies, our 5th/6th grade regional track meet, as well as fitness and teamwork with our annual Field Day.
It is also that time of year for students to shine with proficiency levels and individual growth. After Spring Break, we have our computer-based AASA/AZSci state testing for grades 3rd-6th. Testing will be from April 3rd-April 19th. The 5th Grade AZSci is on April 4th, 5th and 8th. Please look for information from your child’s teacher on their specific testing days and times.
It is important to have students in attendance, on time, and ready for their day. If at all possible, please schedule any appointments after school, especially during this testing timeframe. Families can help students prepare for the test by reminding them to get a good night’s sleep and eat a healthy, full breakfast in order to have enough “brain fuel”.
Thank you for your continued support, our students have achieved so much already this year and I have no doubt that they will continue to rise to their full potential.
If you would like an Environmental Request or Program Change form for the 2024-2025 school year, please stop by the front office to receive a form. In order for your request to be considered, all forms must be turned in to the front office by April 28th 2024.
On behalf of our staff, thank you parents for making Patterson amazing!
Warmly,
Sarah Stephens
Principal
On behalf of our PRIDE staff and students, thank you for all of your donations toward our annual Progress for Patterson (P4P) fundraiser! We are proud that 100% of community donations go right back into our school and classrooms. If you can believe it, your generosity raised $72, 267.75 for our students! We are thankful to have such a supportive community on a variety of levels in order to ensure essential resources and unique experiences are available to our students. Your support is what makes Patterson such a strong and special community. A heartfelt thank you!
Principal Stephens
Thank you, Patterson Families, for making our first February Scholastic Book Fair a success. Next February, parent-teacher conferences will be held during the week of the fair, which will provide you with additional shopping opportunities.
The library has collaborated with Student Council to plan book themed Spirit Days during Read Across America Week. In addition, I am sponsoring a Read Across America BINGO that will begin on March 2 and continue until the 25th of the same month. Students may bring in the completed BINGO or parents can email the information for students to earn a prize. Please see the flyers below with additional information. Hopefully your family discovers some fun new reading traditions!
Ms. Hufford
Media Specialist
Hi Patterson Families,
It's that exciting time of the year when you can purchase your child's yearbook. Don't miss this opportunity to preserve all the wonderful memories of the 2023-2024 school year. Please see the attached flyer for more information on how to order. The deadline is March 8th.
If you have any questions please call our front office. We are happy to help. 480-224-3600.
Purchase your Winner's Choice Car or Cash Raffle ticket before 9am on Wednesday, March 6th to be included in the Grand Prize drawing. The drawing will be livestreamed from 11:30am - 12:30pm on Friday March 8th.
Hurry! Purchase your ticket online now at http://tinyurl.com/bdc77tmb .
Thank you so much for your support. Your contributions to the Chandler education Foundation provides valuable funding for our school PTO/Boosters and supports scholarships for our incredible CUSD students.
Best of luck and we hope to see a Patterson Elementary winner!
Tax Credit donations help students become involved in fun, meaningful and life-enhancing activities like extra-curricular enrichment programs, athletics, or field trips. Eligible contributions are donated directly to schools, not to the state or the school district and are a full refund, not a deduction. Arizona law enables taxpayers a tax credit contribution of up to $400.00 per calendar year if filing status is Married, filing Joint Return; $200.00 per calendar year if filing status is Single or Head of Household. By making a tax credit donation, you are saying how you want your tax dollars spent. To donate or to learn more, visit our website: Parent Resources / Tax Credit and Student Fee Payment Menu (cusd80.com)
Thank you so much for your support of Patterson Elementary Students.
March Be Kind Focus-Be Encouraging
March 4th-8th -Read Across America Week/STUCO Spirit Days
March 4th- K-3rd Assembly in MPR 9:15am-10:00am
March 4th - 4th-6th Assembly in MPR 1:30pm-2:30pm
March 5th - 3rd Grade Career Day
March 5th-7th- The Wild Thing Critter Bus
March 6th- District Track Meet at Payne JHS 9:00am-1:00pm
March 7th - 6th Grade Pride Party 1:30pm-2:30pm
March 7th - Choir Concert in MPR 6:30pm-7:30pm
March 8th - Field Day
March 11th-25th- Spring Intersession- No School
March 26th- Students Return
March 26th-Pride Picnic (Be Encouraging-Dress 1940's) In MPR 10:30am-1:00pm
March 27th- 1st Grade Field Trip to Phoenix Zoo 9:30am-1:30pm
March 27th- PTO Chipotle Restaurant Night
March 29th- Spring Holiday - No School
Looking ahead to April Be Kind Focus-Be Honest
April 1st- District Championship Track Meet
April 3rd- Battle of the Books (5th/6th gr.) in Library 11:40am-1:00pm
April 5th - PTO Sock Hop 5:00pm-8:00pm
April 10th - Agriculture in Kinder Classrooms 9:00am-10:00am
April 15th - 19th - Kinder Career Week
April 15th - PTO General Meeting 3:30pm-4:30pm
April 16th - Donuts w/Grownups in MPR 8:00am-8:35am
April 17th - Donuts w/Grownups in MPR 8:00am-8:35am
April 17th - Battle of the Books District Semi-Finals 9:30am-12noon
April 17th- Site Council Meeting in Library 3:15pm-3:45pm
April 19th - K-3 Vehicle Career Day/K-6th Food Truck Lunch option
April 19th - Birthday Book Club (4th Qtr) in Library 2:15pm-2:50pm
April 24th - Science Camp Chaperone Meeting in Library 6:00pm-7:00pm
April 26th - Kinder Crayola Field Trip 9:30am-1:30pm
April 26th - PTO Sweet Treats -Cotton Candy
April 29th - May 3rd - 4th Grade Career Week
April 29th - May 3rd - Teacher Appreciation Week
April 29th - STUCO - Wear a hat day
April 29th - Pride Picnic (Be Honest) in MPR 10:30am-1:00pm
April 30th - Band Concert in MPR 6:00pm-7:30pm
Patterson Elementary School
Office Phone: 480-224-3600
Attendance Line: 480-224-3603
Fax: 480-224-9404
Click Here for the Patterson Website
School Hours:
8:15 am - Students may arrive to campus
8:35 am - First Bell
8:40 am - Instruction Begins (students are tardy after 8:40)
3:10 pm - Dismissal