The Patrick Parent Weekly
November 11, 2022
Announcements and Reminders
Patrick Community,
Thank you so much to all those who were able to join us for our Thanksgiving Feasts this week. It was a packed house for three days, but it was absolutely wonderful to break bread with you once again! Just seeing the joy on the faces of your children made all the planning worth it! We look forward to future opportunities to welcome families back into our school.
The week of November 14-18, 2022 is American Education Week. This week will present all Americans with a wonderful opportunity to celebrate public education and honor individuals who are making a difference in ensuring that every child receives a quality education. We have several small things that are happening around the school to thank our teachers and staff for their service to our children. I want to thank our PTA for organizing a sweet treat for our teachers and staff on Friday the 18th. This will be a wonderful way to end our week and celebrate the hard work of our staff. If you feel compelled, please consider a note of thanks from either you or your child. Meaningful words have a powerful impact.
Finally, today, November 11th, marks two important dates. Today is Veteran's Day. To those in our community who have served or are serving in a branch of our nation's military, I want to thank you. I appreciate you. Also, today is the 15th anniversary of the dedication of Patrick Elementary School. As I am learning more about the school and its namesake, I am honored to see Bobby Patrick's belief in service played out around our school in the small things' folks do for each other and in the big things. It is the heart of this community that makes for a legacy that Mr. Patrick would be proud of. I am honored to share the story.
I wish you a wonderful Fall weekend! Stay warm.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Ellyce Cone, Principal
Food Drive Was a Big Success!
Resources for Assistance During the Holidays
AI Monthly Challenge
Students are learning more about AI in their everyday lives. After watching two sample videos that show ways they may see AI daily, they will post a question that they are still curious about. Click the link below to access the videos and the place to post.
How to Decide if Your Child’s Too Sick for School
Play 2 Learn
Gwinnett County Public Schools offers a BIRTH TO FIVE program for you and your child at Patrick Elementary for the 2022-2023 school year!
‐ Learn how to find the teachable moments in everyday activities
‐ Learn how to engage with your child in play
‐ Learn how to continue learning at home or anywhere
‐ Learn about your child’s educational milestones
‐ Learn how to get your child READY FOR SCHOOL!
The GCPS Play 2 Learn website is filled with information about this program, as well as exciting read-alouds, easy ideas for activities at home, and important early learning resources.
Interested parents can email Kim Kooi or visit the front office at Patrick to sign up for this wonderful program!
PTA Information
As we enter the season of Thanksgiving, please join Patrick PTA in expressing our Thankful Hearts with sweet treats for our Patrick Staff on Friday, November 18th! Please review the Apple Bar Sign Up for donations needed. All donations will be collected on Wednesday, November 16th at the morning car rider line and bus rider line.
Link to Apple Staff Bar Sign up
The Jaguar print shirts are back in stock!!
To order your spirit wear, visit our PTA Spirit Wear Store!
To view all of the current PTA flyers, visit the new PTA Webpage!
Follow us on Facebook! Find the Patrick Elementary School PTA page and answer all 4 security questions to join our PTA Facebook group.
Buy your Yearbook Now!
Visit the Treering Website to order your yearbook today.
Patrick Elementary passcode: 101502462275974
Pups Around the World
All students who participate will be included on our PES World Map. Thanks for sharing!
Free and Reduced Lunch
Please see the GCPS School Nutrition page for more information about free and reduced meal benefits.
Play 2 Learn
Cluster Information
Seckinger Dugout Club
Seckinger HS Fall Sports Schedules
Upcoming Events
IMPORTANT DATES
Please check out our Parent/Student Google Calendar for important dates.
Patrick Elementary School
Website: http://www.patrickelementary.org/home.html
Location: 2707 Kilgore Road, Buford, GA, USA
Phone: 678-765-5260