Patterson Elementary
Parent Blast - June 14, 2021
We Did It!
We made it through the most challenging year together! Shout out to our amazing teachers/staff and shout out to all of you parents! I've encouraged our staff to take 5-10 minutes to sit and reflect on all of the good that has happened this year despite the craziness of the pandemic and I would encourage you to take a few minutes to do this as well. Likely we have all learned new things about ourselves and overcome challenges. It's important to reflect and celebrate our successes!
As we being to prepare for the fall we are still looking at uncertain enrollment. This means that we need your help so we can plan well for your kiddos. If you know of neighbors, family or friends that have not registered their kindergartener or just moved and need to register with us please pass on our email and phone number so we can get them all set up. If your family is moving over the summer or has already moved, please email us your new address so we can ensure you receive important summer mailings like report cards and back to school updates.
We are planning to move or "loop" a handful of teachers up to the next grade as there are many benefits to having the same teacher two years in a row - relationships are already formed/established, the teacher knows your child's skills and levels academically and how to support them socially and emotionally, and students already know the routines and style of the teacher and classroom. However, we know that sometimes a teacher and student are not a great fit and a second year would not be beneficial. If your child falls into this second category, please fill out this quick form so we can best place your child in the fall. This form will go directly to Mrs. Lentz. If your child and their teacher are a good fit you do not need to do anything further.
Important Dates:
6/15 and 6/17 - 6th Grade Celebration Picnics (students and staff)
6/15 -6/16 - No WIN groups in the afternoon
6/17 - Last day of school, regular dismissal time
6/15 & 6/17 - Farewell Drive Through 12:10 pm (drive through our pick up line an extra time to wave good-bye to staff!)
6/17 - Chromebook and Supply Drop off 1-2 pm
6/18 - Chromebook and Supply Drop off 8-2 pm
If you have any questions, comments or feedback, please do not hesitate to reach out: lentzj@hsd.k12.or.us.
Here to serve,
Jamie Lentz
Principal, Patterson Elementary
6th Grade Leave Behind Garden Project
**We will be looking for families to help water our garden over the summer months. If your family is interested, please let us know.
School Improvement Plan 2021-2022
- Writing
- Language/Speaking
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
We also plan to rebrand our behavior management system (currently PBIS: be safe, be respectful, be responsible) and bring new life into our positive recognition systems.
If you have feedback for us or would like to share any input please email Mrs. Lentz: lentzj@hsd.k12.or.us.
Chromebook, Book and Supply Returns
Students will need to turn in the following items:
- Chromebooks & chargers
- Hotspots
- Textbooks
- Library Books
- Whiteboards
- Additional supplies as determined by the classroom teacher
Library Book Return
Overdue book notices have been sent out. Our goal is to try to locate as many books as possible and get them returned to our library. If you find the book, please turn it in to our library carts on the way in to school or turn it in to the large box at supply pick up on June 7th. If you cannot find the book, please email Mrs. Lewis - lewise@hsd.k12.or.us - and let her know so we can account for it. You can click on the slide deck linked below to learn how to check your child's account as well. On June 9 we will begin our library book return event. Each class will have the opportunity to earn Otter Pops at recess once all of their library books are accounted for!
Food Pantry
Please reach out to Mrs. Awad if you need assistance: awada@hsd.k12.or.us.
Paul L. Patterson Elementary School
Email: lentzj@hsd.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.hsd.k12.or.us/patterson
Location: 261 NE Lenox St, Hillsboro, OR, United States
Phone: 503-844-1380
Facebook: facebook.com/PattersonHSD
Twitter: @PattersonHSD