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THE PATRIOT POST

Newsletter for PHES Students and Families

THE PATRIOT POST Newsletter for PHES Students and Families
THE PATRIOTPOSTNewsletter for PHES Students and Families

April 25, 2026 April 25, 2026

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Our band students have practiced like CRAZY and they are ready to show off their skills at this Thursday's Band Concert. Admission for all ages is FREE.


Nuestros estudiantes de la banda han ensayado como locos y están listos para lucir sus habilidades en el concierto de la banda de este jueves. La entrada es gratuita para todas las edades.

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Parents, we are coming up on testing season! All teachers have been working hard to review content with students in preparation for:


  • End of Year (EOY) Acadience Benchmarks for Reading, Math, and Writing (window is May 6-20)
  • RISE Summative for Math and Reading, Grades 3-5 (window is April 29-May 20)
  • RISE Summative for Science, Grades 4-6 (window is April 29-May 20)
  • SEL End of Year survey, Grades 1-5 (April 27-May 1)


Here are some things parents might consider to help their students be ready for testing:


1. Focus on Consistent Routines. Kids perform best when they’re well-rested and feel normal.

  • Keep a regular bedtime (especially the week of testing)
  • Make sure they eat breakfast each day
  • Arrive at school on time and calm, not rushed


2. Encourage Daily Reading (Biggest Impact)

  • Have students read 15–20 minutes daily
  • Ask simple questions:
    • “What was this about?”
    • “What was the main idea?”
  • For younger students: read with them and practice fluency


3. Build Confidence, Not Pressure. Avoid making tests feel scary or high-stakes.

  • Say things like:
    • “Just try your best.”
    • “Show what you’ve learned.”
  • Celebrate effort, not just results


4. Light Skill Practice (Short & Simple) Instead of long study sessions:

  • Practice math facts (flashcards, apps, quick games)
  • Do short writing prompts (“Write 3–5 sentences about your day”)
  • Review homework or classwork—not new, unfamiliar material


5. Talk About the Tests in a Positive Way.

  • Let them know it’s okay if it feels quick—just keep trying
  • Explain that teachers use this to help them grow, not to “judge” them


6. Teach Simple Test-Taking Habits

  • Take your time and read directions carefully
  • If stuck, try your best and move on
  • Check answers if there’s time


7. Limit Stress & Distractions

  • Keep evenings before testing low-key
  • Limit late-night screen time
  • Avoid overloading schedules during testing weeks


8. Reassure Them They’re More Than a Score

  • Remind kids:
    • “This is just one way to show your learning.”
    • “We’re proud of you no matter what.”
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Padres: ¡se acerca la temporada de exámenes! Todos los maestros han estado trabajando arduamente para repasar los contenidos con los estudiantes como preparación para:


  • Evaluaciones de referencia de fin de año (EOY) de Acadience en Lectura, Matemáticas y Escritura (el periodo de evaluación es del 6 al 20 de mayo)
  • Evaluaciones sumativas RISE en Matemáticas y Lectura, grados 3 a 5 (el periodo de evaluación es del 29 de abril al 20 de mayo)
  • Evaluaciones sumativas RISE en Ciencias, grados 4 a 6 (el periodo de evaluación es del 29 de abril al 20 de mayo)
  • Encuesta de fin de año sobre Aprendizaje Socioemocional (SEL), grados 1 a 5 (del 27 de abril al 1 de mayo)


A continuación, presentamos algunos aspectos que los padres pueden considerar para ayudar a sus hijos a estar preparados para los exámenes:


1. Concéntrese en mantener rutinas constantes. Los niños rinden mejor cuando están bien descansados ​​y se sienten dentro de su rutina habitual.

  • Mantenga un horario regular para irse a dormir (especialmente durante la semana de los exámenes).
  • Asegúrese de que desayunen todos los días.
  • Lleguen a la escuela a tiempo y con calma, sin prisas.


2. Fomente la lectura diaria (lo que tiene mayor impacto).


  • Haga que los estudiantes lean de 15 a 20 minutos al día.
  • Haga preguntas sencillas, tales como:
  • "¿De qué trataba esto?"
  • "¿Cuál fue la idea principal?"
  • Para los estudiantes más pequeños: lea con ellos y practiquen la fluidez.


3. Fomente la confianza, no la presión. Evite hacer que los exámenes parezcan aterradores o de una importancia desmedida.


  • Diga frases como:
    • "Simplemente haz tu mejor esfuerzo".
    • "Demuestra lo que has aprendido".
    • Celebre el esfuerzo, no solo los resultados.


4. Práctica ligera de habilidades (breve y sencilla). En lugar de largas sesiones de estudio:


  • Practiquen las operaciones matemáticas básicas (con tarjetas didácticas, aplicaciones o juegos rápidos).
  • Realicen ejercicios cortos de escritura ("Escribe de 3 a 5 oraciones sobre tu día").
  • Repasen las tareas escolares o el trabajo realizado en clase; eviten repasar material nuevo o desconocido.


5. Hable sobre los exámenes de manera positiva. Hazles saber que está bien si les parece que va rápido; simplemente deben seguir intentándolo.

  • Explícales que los maestros utilizan esto para ayudarles a crecer, no para «juzgarlos».


6. Enséñales hábitos sencillos para presentar exámenes


  • Tómate tu tiempo y lee las instrucciones con atención.
  • Si te quedas atascado, haz tu mejor esfuerzo y continúa.
  • Revisa tus respuestas si te sobra tiempo.


7. Limita el estrés y las distracciones


  • Mantén un ambiente tranquilo y relajado las noches previas a los exámenes.
  • Limita el tiempo de uso de pantallas hasta tarde en la noche.
  • Evita sobrecargar sus horarios durante las semanas de exámenes.


8. Reasegúrales que son mucho más que una calificación


  • Recuérdales a los niños:
  • «Esta es solo una forma de demostrar lo que has aprendido».
  • «Estamos orgullosos de ti, pase lo que pase».

Calendar Calendar

April 28- Kindergarten Parent Meeting (for parents of 2026-27 Kinders), 4:00pm


April 29 - Rising First Grade Parent Meeting 4:00-5:30


April 30- Spring Band Concert


May 4-8- Teacher Appreciation Week


May 7- 5th Grade Hope of America


May 6- 5th Grade girls maturation night


May 8- 5th Grade boys maturation night


May 21- 5th Grade Day in the Park


May 26- Kindergarten Graduation


Be sure to stay current on all PHES events by using our / Asegúrese de mantenerse actualizado sobre todos los eventos de PHES utilizando nuestro Google Calendar.


Click HERE for the Official School Calendars for Providence Hall Schools

Save the Dates! Save the Dates!

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Thanks for supporting our teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week! Here is the link to our teachers' "Favorite Things".(Remember, we celebrated all other staff in our "Staff Appreciation" back in February. This is the NATIONAL Week specifically for teachers).


¡Gracias por apoyar a nuestros maestros durante la Semana de Agradecimiento al Maestro! Aquí tienen el enlace a sus "Cosas Favoritas". (Recuerden que en febrero celebramos a todo el personal en nuestra Semana de Agradecimiento al Personal. Esta es la Semana Nacional dedicada específicamente a los maestros).

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Ivy Camps is Running Summer Camp at PHES! Ivy Camps is Running Summer Camp at PHES!

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Patriots, Parents, and Pastries Patriots, Parents, and Pastries

We just want to send out a HUGE thank you to all of you who joined us for Parents & Pastries! It was such a fun morning, and we loved getting the chance to connect, visit, and see so many smiling faces.

Your support means so much to us, and events like this remind us how lucky we are to have such an amazing school community. Thanks for taking the time to come and be part of it we truly appreciate you!


¡Solo queremos enviar un ENORME agradecimiento a todos ustedes que nos acompañaron en «Parents & Pastries»! Fue una mañana muy divertida, y nos encantó tener la oportunidad de conectar, conversar y ver tantas caras sonrientes.

Su apoyo significa muchísimo para nosotros, y eventos como este nos recuerdan lo afortunados que somos de contar con una comunidad escolar tan increíble. Gracias por tomarse el tiempo de venir y formar parte de ello; ¡realmente los valoramos!

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1st Grade Wax Museum 1st Grade Wax Museum

Our 1st Grade Wax Museum was an incredible success! 🎉 We are so grateful for our amazing 1st grade teachers and the hard work they put into making this experience so special for our students.

A big shoutout as well to our wonderful parents—thank you for your support and for taking the time to come and visit. It meant so much to have you there!

Our students truly shined and did an outstanding job bringing their characters to life. We are so proud of them! 👏


¡Nuestro Museo de Cera de 1.er grado fue un éxito increíble! 🎉 Estamos sumamente agradecidos con nuestros maravillosos maestros de 1.er grado y por el arduo trabajo que dedicaron para hacer de esta experiencia algo tan especial para nuestros estudiantes.

Un reconocimiento muy especial también para nuestros fantásticos padres: gracias por su apoyo y por tomarse el tiempo de venir a visitarnos. ¡Significó muchísimo tenerlos allí!

Nuestros estudiantes realmente brillaron e hicieron un trabajo excepcional al dar vida a sus personajes. ¡Estamos muy orgullosos de ellos! 👏

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JH Performs part of Seussical at PHES

This week the Junior High has been performing Seussical, Jr for audiences young and old. On Wednesday they gave our students a sneak peak in our school gym.

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You can still catch the show! They perform tonight (Saturday, April 25) and Monday (April 27). Use the link/QR code on the flyer below to get tickets, or pay at the door.

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Huge thanks to the Rivera Family - they are returning contributors to Teacher Park and we are so grateful for their generosity!


¡Muchísimas gracias a la familia Rivera! Son colaboradores recurrentes de Teacher Park y estamos sumamente agradecidos por su generosidad.

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Breakfast and Lunch Menus Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Visit Providence Hall Elementary's MealViewer Page for More Details

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Extra Curricular Offerings at PHES Extra Curricular Offerings at PHES

After School Programs @ PHES

Providence Hall Elementary After School Programs Program Season Meeting Days/Times Grade Levels Supervisor Chess Club Fall, Spring W K-5 Mr. Candelaria SCandelaria@providencehall.com Band Fall, Spring T, Th (PM) 4,5 Mrs. Madore JMadore@providencehall.com Choir Fall, Sp...

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Community Bulletin Board Community Bulletin Board

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The MRHS Ballroom Program is seeking interest in a youth Ballroom Dance program at Providence Hall Elementary for the 2026-27 School Year. Please complete this form if you are interested in your child participating in the program and/or you wish to learn more about the program.

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About Us

Email: mfry@providencehall.com
Website: providencehall.com
Location: 4795 Patriot Ridge Drive, Herriman, UT, USA
Phone: 801-727-8260
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProvidenceHallElem

If you need anything added to our newsletter please email Whitney Baker at

Si necesita agregar algo a nuestro boletín, envíe un correo electrónico a Whitney Baker a

wbaker@providencehall.com

If you haven't been reading the PTO newsletter, what have you been waiting for?

Si no ha estado leyendo el boletín del PTO, ¿qué estaba esperando?

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Parents, we believe assessing your child is a critical component of measuring their growth. However, per State Law if you wish to opt your child out of testing click here


Padres, creemos que evaluar a su hijo es un componente fundamental para medir su crecimiento. Sin embargo, según la ley estatal, si desea que su hijo no participe en la prueba, haga clic aquí

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