Dear Manatee Families~ As we head into the month of March, we can feel spring break just around the corner! While everyone is looking forward to a well-deserved break, we want to encourage our students to stay focused and continue working hard during these final two weeks. Every day of learning counts, and maintaining strong attendance, positive behavior, and best effort will help ensure a successful finish before time away from school.
We also have many exciting activities and events coming up! Be sure to follow our school’s social media pages for updates, reminders, and celebrations of all the wonderful things happening on campus. We appreciate your continued partnership in supporting your child’s success and look forward to a strong and productive finish before spring break! Warm Regards~ Mr. O'Brian and Mrs. Stokes |
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📅 Mar. 4th: Spring Portraits & Class Pictures
📅 Mar. 7th: Paterson Spring Carnival 11 to 2 📅 Mar. 11th: PFA Meeting & Board Nominations 📅 Mar. 16th -20th: Spring Break 📅 Mar. 23th: Teacher Planning Day/No School for our students 📅 Mar. 24th: Students return from Spring Break 📅 Mar. 27th: Report Cards Available to view in ParentVue 📅 April 1: Character Counts Luncheon—Citzenship 📅 April 3rd: Good Friday - Student & Teacher Holiday
💙 Make sure to regularly visit our website and social media pages to stay informed about the latest events at Paterson. |
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Your Lucky Day is Here: Yearbook sales are open! To purchase click on the button below: |
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Manatee Break: March 16th – 23rd |
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| The "Cafeteria Boutique" is Fully Stocked! |
Is your student’s closet looking a little empty lately? Are you wondering where that favorite hoodie or brand-new water bottle disappeared to? Good news: We might have it! Our Lost and Found in the cafeteria is currently overflowing with items just waiting to be reunited with their owners. It looks a bit like a department store down there! How you can help: Check the Pile: Please encourage your student to stop by the cafeteria today to take a look. Label Everything: To make future reunions a breeze, please make sure all jackets, sweatshirts, and water bottles are clearly labeled with your student's name. If it has a name, it finds its home much faster!
Let’s get these items out of the cafeteria and back to your house where they belong! |
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February Character Counts Student Nominees for CARING |
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These students were nominated by their homeroom teachers for demonstrating the character trait of Caring. They consistently show compassion toward their peers, gratitude to school staff, and a helpful spirit in the classroom. To celebrate their achievement, they were recognized on stage during our Character Counts Café and enjoyed a special lunch with their families! 🧡🧡🧡 • PreK: Layla W
• VPK: Martin M
• Kindergarten: Penelope T, Harper F, Grayson M, Blakley P
• 1st Grade: Alex F, Gabriella M, Bennett M, Reid S, Arya W, Jack T
• 2nd Grade: Raelynn W, Oliver Z, Marcelo H, Sylas V, Addison S
• 3rd Grade: Harrison L, Grayson N, Clover D, Catarina F, William A, Anthony B
• 4th Grade: Addison G, Xamantha B, Solomon P, Rosalie B, Lydia L
• 5th Grade: Amaro M, Chloe M, Carter D, Alice A, Corey W
• 6th Grade: Kennedy F, January S, Paige E, Addison M, Brenden O, Samatha O |
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| Manatee Mascot Shop is OPEN!!
Manatee Families: Don't forget that our school shop is OPEN. Orders over $100 ship for free with the magic words: promo code SHIPFREE100! https://themascotshop.jostens.com/1409624 Strut your stuff in Paterson Swag! Click the link or zap the QR code to get started! |
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February Staff Spotlight: Congratulations to Mrs. Bendig! 🍎 |
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We are delighted to announce that Mrs. Bendig has been recognized as the Farm Bureau Employee of the Month!
Mrs. Bendig, a PES kindergarten teacher/team leader, for her exceptional patience, strong spirit of collaboration, and unwavering dedication to our school community. She works tirelessly to support her students each day while partnering closely with colleagues to ensure every child’s needs are met. Her willingness to volunteer, assist, and play an active role in school events truly reflects her commitment to Paterson Elementary and the success of our students and families. We are blessed to have Mrs. Bendig as a member of our PES Family!
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Spring Carnival: Sat, March 7, 11 am to 2 pm |
The Midway: Games, massive inflatables, and the crowd-favorite Dunk Tank (stay tuned... we hear there are some "surprise" guests getting soaked!).
The Art: Take a stroll through our Student Art Show and see the amazing talent of our Manatees. The Goods: Shop around with our local community vendors! 💰 IMPORTANT: This event is CASH ONLY! Please come prepared so you don't miss out on any of the fun!
Wristbands: $20.00 for unlimited midway games and a bounce house! Individual Tickets: Just $.50 each. 🤫 The Silent Auction (In the Cafeteria) You do not want to miss this. We have some heavy-hitter baskets up for grabs this year, including items from: ✨ Universal Studios Orlando ✨ The Players Championship ✨ Kennedy Space Center ✨ ...and many more! |
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| PFA Meeting & Board Nominations Join us for our March meeting on March 11 at 3 PM in the Media Center. As always, children are welcome. We will nominate officers for our 2026-2027 school year at this meeting. We will be nominating the following positions: Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator, Secretary, Treasurer, Historian, and Parliamentarian.
In addition to our officers, there are several committees that we always need help with. If you are interested in any of the following committees, please come to the meeting or reach out to us at RMPATERSONPFA@gmail.com
Student Activities, Communications, Hospitality, Membership, Partners in Education & Volunteers. |
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Paterson Alumni Scholarship |
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| Are you a graduating senior in the Class of 2026? Did you walk the halls of Paterson Elementary back in the day?
The Paterson Elementary Parent Faculty Association (PFA) is thrilled to announce our $1,000 Alumni Scholarship. We want to celebrate and support one of our former students as they transition to college or university this coming fall.
Scholarship Details: Eligibility: Applicants must be former Paterson Elementary students graduating high school in 2026 and attending an accredited college/university for the 2026-2027 school year. Award Amount: $1,000 Deadline: Friday, April 3, 2026, by 3:00 PM. How to Apply: Please download the application packet here: Paterson Scholarship Application 2025-2026 Submission Instructions: Completed hard-copy packets must be dropped off at the Paterson Elementary front office (5400 Pine Ave.) by the deadline. Please help us spread the word to any seniors or senior parents who might qualify! |
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