Patton PTA Pulse Newsletter
January 12, 2026
Help the Patton Nurse's Office
Check out the Amazon wish list!
PTA Meeting Wednesday!
7:30 pm- PTA Meeting with a special presentation from the School Resource Officer
Parent Trivia Night is 1/31!
Important Dates:
- January 14th (7:30 pm)- PTA Meeting with a special presentation from the School Resource Officer
January 19th, ABC25’s “Box Out Bullying” Event
January 31st (7:00 pm)- Parent TRIVIA NIGHT!
February 6th- (6:30pm) Family BINGO Night!
Next PTA Meeting is this Wednesday, January 14th!
Please join us at the next PTA Meeting on Wednesday, January 14th at 7:30pm. Our School Resource Officer will be presenting to parents on the topics of stranger danger and situational awareness. Parents of students of all ages are welcome to attend. We hope to see you there!
Shout Outs:
Shout out to the Traffic Team who continues to be AWESOME! You show up, rain/snow/sleet/shine, and we appreciate you!
We would LOVE to shout out your name in our next newsletter! Can’t wait for YOU to get involved!
Help the Patton Nurse's Office:
Patton Community, PTA is helping Mrs. Klancnik, Patton School Nurse, get some supplies for the nurse’s office. If you are willing to contribute, please check out the Amazon wish list we asked Mrs. Klancnik to put together!
PARENT TRIVIA NIGHT REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Trivia Night is around the corner- register now and email your theme to secure your spot!
WHEN: Saturday, January 31 from 7-11:30pm. Doors open at 7pm, Trivia starts at 8pm. Table decorating can start at 6pm!
WHERE: KC Hall, 15 N Hickory Ave
COST: $25 per person
THEME: Streaming Wars! Pick your favorite show, from your favorite streaming network & dress up as a table! Prizes awarded to trivia winners and best dressed.
FOOD: Bring your own food, Bar available for cash/charge (wine, beer, spirits, soda, water) NO outside drinks.
TEAMS: Each team will have a table (8 people per table). ADULTS ONLY
WHAT IS TRIVIA NIGHT? Teams of up to 8 people compete against each other by answering trivia questions. The questions are divided into rounds. Correct answers earn points and the team with the most points wins.
WHAT IS MEANT BY BRING YOUR OWN FOOD? Bring everything you need; food, tableware and decorations are up to you! Tablecloths, tables, and chairs are provided. A bar will be available for beverages. Cash or credit cards accepted. OUTSIDE BEVERAGES NOT ALLOWED.
WHO MAKES THE TEAMS? I AM NEW TO PATTON & DO NOT KNOW A LOT OF PEOPLE. Trivia Night is a great way to meet others! People can sign up together as a full team or eight, as a partial team, or as individuals. If you don’t have a team and want to participate, please let us know via email you would like to be placed with a table and we will handle the rest!
HOW HARD ARE THE QUESTIONS? Patton Parents just want to have fun! You’ll do great, there is no crying in trivia! Electronic devices are not allowed. Prizes awarded to trivia winners and best dressed.
**Once you register for the event, please email your team member list and your theme, so we do not have duplicates, to Brittney at brittneylazarz@gmail.com & Heather at heatherhendi@gmail.com
Thank you - TMS Mixer from 1/4!
Thank you to all the 5th graders who attended the incoming TMS mixer on ¼! It was a great time for everyone!
Please save the date for the next mixer on 4/10 @ Get Air Trampoline Park! Registration information will be shared later this spring!
ABC/25 Foundation’s Anti-Bullying Campaign
Join Box Out Bullying for an inspiring, age-appropriate, theatrical, interactive event. They will use an interactive live theater, multimedia visuals, colorful characters, audience participation, and evidence-based bullying prevention techniques to capture attention and empower students. The program also aligns with AHSD25’s RULER curriculum.
Date: January 19, 2026
Time: 3 shows by grade levels
· Grades K-2: 10:00-10:45
· Grades 3-5: 11:30-12:15
· Grades 6-8: 1:00-1:45
Have kids in multiple grades? Just pick the time that works best for you!
Location: Thomas Middle School, 1430 N Belmont Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Cost: Free for all!
Goal: Empower students to be stand-up citizens and key players in ending bullying
Bingo, Beats & Big Smiles!
Join the Patton PTA for a Family Bingo Game Night filled with fun, music, and awesome prizes! This high-energy evening is perfect for students and their families to play bingo together, enjoy quick dance breaks between rounds, and cheer each other on.
Friday, February 6th
6:30–7:45 PM (Bingo starts at 6:45 PM)
Patton Commons
Please bring your own water bottle and a nut-free snack if you wish.
This is a family event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Questions? Contact:
Kelly Ungar – kelly@kellyungar.com
Heather Hellstrom – heather.l.hellstrom@gmail.com
We can’t wait to yell BINGO! with you!
Yearbook Orders
Order your yearbook here! Teachers will be updated shortly, if you have any problems please contact yearbookpatton@gmail.com
Final day to purchase for school delivery: April 27, 2026
Personalized pages due: April 13, 2026
If you are experiencing financial challenges please contact: Barb Donahue bdonahue@sd25.org
Sleep Home Chicago: Special Deal for Patton!
Check out the flyer below for a special Patton PTA deal!
Card My Yard: Special Deal for Patton!
Big thanks to Card My Yard for supporting Patton PTA—check out their flyer for a special Patton deal!
Have questions about a PTA-sponsored event or activity?
Please contact the following email addresses INSTEAD of asking Patton School:
- General inquiries: ptapatton@gmail.com
- Traffic / Juvenile Safety: pattontrafficteam@gmail.com
- Room Reps / Class Parties: pattonroomrep@gmail.com
- Membership: ahpattonptamembership@gmail.com
- Yearbook: yearbookpatton@gmail.com
- Budget / Money: ahpattonptatreasurer@gmail.com
- Newsletter: newsletterpattonpta@gmail.com
Contact Us:
Email: ptapatton@gmail.com
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/pattonpta
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ptapatton