The Patton Post
Friday, November 22nd
As the weather turns and the chance of snow increases, the snow plow needs to be able to access the whole blacktop. The bike racks that are currently on the blacktop will be removed for the winter season. For anyone who would like to continue to ride their bikes to school, please park them in the bike racks located on Patton Avenue, near Door 12.
The Library Media program exposes students to quality literature, promotes the joy and adventure of reading for pleasure and for information and through an integrated and collaborative program, provides a framework for learning in the 21st Century, ensuring that students and staff are effective and ethical users and producers of ideas and information.
To see what we've been getting up to in the Patton LMC this trimester, please click on THIS LINK.
Please be mindful that students will go out for recess every day as long as the wind chill is above zero and it is not raining. Please ensure your Panthers come to school dressed for the weather. If there is snow on the ground, students will not be able to play on the field or the playground unless they are wearing snow pants and boots. They will need to remain on the blacktop only if they do not have appropriate snow gear. Gloves and hats are important when the weather is cold even if students choose not to bring boots and snow pants.
Students are encouraged to bring in a bag of snow gear each day "just in case" - this also helps minimize any classroom disruptions with items being dropped off after school has started. Please ensure all items are labeled clearly so we can reunite any lost gloves/hats/boots with their owners quickly and easily. Our lost and found is already overflowing again!
It is important to have students bring their snow gear bags home with them over the weekend so clothes can be washed and dried and "refreshed" for the following week! Snow gear does not fully dry when left in the bag.
Thank you so much for working with us on this front, it is hugely appreciated!
As mentioned before, we review attendance each trimester. You may receive a truancy letter regarding your child's attendance. We know that illnesses, appointments, and vacations happen throughout the year; however, days quickly add up without realizing the impact they have on your child's education. Daily attendance is expected and essential to school success. Please work with us to ensure that your child is attending school each day they are healthy. If support is needed in this area, please reach out to us. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Doors open at 8:50 and students begin entering their classrooms at 8:55. Although our doors remain open until 9:00, students entering the building at this time will likely feel rushed getting to their classrooms and unpacking their backpacks to be ready to start the day at 9:05. Any students entering the building at 9:05 are considered tardy and will need to be signed in by a parent. Please help your child start their day off with a smile and feeling calm by arriving on time.
Doctors' Notes Needed
If your student has an injury or illness that requires them to sit out of PE/recess, please obtain a note from the doctor and share it with Mrs. Klancnik, our school nurse. The note should state any restrictions the student has at school and for what length of time. It should also state what date the student may return to normal activities.
If your student has a procedure or surgery scheduled, please let Mrs. Klancnik know as necessary paperwork may be needed for their return to school.
Extra Curricular Activities When Sick
As a reminder - Students absent from classes on the day of an extracurricular event may not be allowed to participate in that day’s activities or events. Prior planning by parents and school helps eliminate any such conflicts. If students are absent due to illness, please refrain from bringing them to school for extracurricular activities including music lessons, rehearsals, clubs, music performances, etc.
As we approach the holiday season and wish lists and gifts are being discussed, we wanted to share an excerpt from the Parent Handbook for your reference.
If your child receives (or already has) a smart watch or cell phone, please discuss and establish expectations with them prior to sending them to school. All devices should be turned off and left in backpacks during the school day (see AHSD25 Parent Student Handbook, Page 39 also included below).
We have been made aware of students receiving or sending messages during the school day from their watches. Please explain to your child/ren that they should reach out to their teacher, the front office, or Mrs. Klancnik, our school nurse, if they need to reach you during the day. We care about all of our students and will support them as needed while they are here at school. We also hope that any parent or guardian who needs to communicate a message to their child during the school day will call the office. Please know that your message will be passed on to your child.
We know many of our students ride their bikes and/or walk to and from school and we completely understand that having a way to communicate with your child provides you with peace of mind during these times and helps you to connect with them. Please only reach out to your child outside of school hours and please do ensure that they know how to silence or turn their device off during the school day.
Each year, following the holiday season, we have students coming in with new devices uncertain of how to silence them when they ding with alerts, alarms, and other notifications. Thank you for partnering with us on this front - it really does help minimize disruptions and ensures that students stay focused and connected with their teachers and peers throughout the day.
From District 25 Parent Student Handbook (Page 39
The possession and use of cell phones and other electronic devices, including wearables, are subject to the following rules:
• Middle school students are expected to turn off electronics and store devices in their middle school locker during the school day.
• Elementary students are expected to leave electronics in the “off” position and in their backpacks throughout the school day.
• A supervising teacher may grant permission for them to be used or if needed during an emergency.
• They may not be used in any manner that will cause disruption to the educational environment or will otherwise violate student conduct rules.
4th and 5th Grade homework club provides a quiet space for students to complete assignments or read in a relaxing setting. Mr. Morkert will be available to answer questions and provide help when needed.
It is important that you note whether you will pick up your child or if they will walk home. Mr. Morkert will bring the kids to the front doors at 4:25pm. Please be there waiting at this time.
Please reach out if you have questions. (tmorkert@sd25.org)
This club will run on Thursdays, 3:35-4:40pm.
If your child is interested, please SIGN UP HERE and be sure to enter your child's name when signing up!
PATTON ELEMENTARY
Main Line: (847) 398-4288
Fax #: (847) 394-6681
Absence Procedure
Twitter: @AHSD25Patton