The Patton Post
Friday, May 8th
Thank you to everyone who came out to support us and Make-a-Wish at Photo's on Wednesday! It was so wonderful to see so many familiar faces! I hope you enjoyed sharing your dinner with us and having your ice cream and orders served by staff. I am ecstatic to share that we raised a record breaking $1,143.75!!! This is incredible and I am so thankful for your generosity!
It is hard to believe that we are less than one week away from our Make-a-Wish Walkathon next THURSDAY, MAY 14th! We are counting down the days to this special event, and all fingers and toes are crossed that the sun will be shining on us as we walk. Please remember all students need to be accompanied by an adult. Please wear your walking shoes because we are incorporating something new that we think will motivate the students to walk extra laps. You can count this as your workout for the day!
The "501st Legion" helped get us in the mood for the Walkathon by welcoming students to school on Monday! Students were encouraged to donate to their preferred "side" and the "dark side" just won out with a total of $178 raised! The light side was not too far behind, however, and raised an amazing $152. The true winner, however, really was the Make-A-Wish Foundation and I am delighted that we are going to be able to add $330 to the total next week. Thank you to Mr. Morkert, Mrs. Koenig, and Mrs. Vincent for organizing this for Patton.
For more information about the Walkathon and to see how you can donate, please click HERE .
Don't forget to wear your Walkathon T-Shirts next Thursday, May 14th!
As we wrap up another school year, all medications and supplies MUST be picked up from the health office by the end of the school day on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
If you have medication in the health office, you will receive an email from the school nurse with detailed instructions regarding pick up.
We do NOT store any medications over the summer. Any medication remaining after June 4, 2026 will be properly disposed of in accordance with Food and Drug Administration Safe Disposal of Medications guidance at the Arlington Heights Police Department.
For any questions, please contact our nurse, Mrs Sarah Klancnik.
This week was "Teacher Appreciation Week" and we felt the outpouring of love!
From the amazing coffee and baked goods on Monday to the Apple Bar on Tuesday, the Chipotle lunch on Wednesday, the Candy Bar on Thursday and the Gift Card giveaway on Friday, our amazing PTA spoiled us and made us feel so appreciated all week! We are so grateful for all the thought and effort that went into making this week so fun and special. The board game theme was perfect!
Wednesday was also "School Nurse Appreciation Day" and I wanted to take a moment to thank our amazing Nurses, Sarah Klancnik and Kim Bolanos for all they do for us and our students! Their care and attention is appreciated every day and we are grateful to have them here at Patton!
On Tuesday, May 26th, our PTA Meeting will begin at 7:30pm in the Patton Commons. Prior to the meeting you are invited to join us at 7:00 pm for an informational overview of the Instructional Program that will be joining Patton Elementary School for the 2026–27 school year. Dr. Brian Kaye, Superintendent, Mrs. Diane Kaffka, Assistant Superintendent for Student Services, and Mrs. Ellie Chin, Principal, will share an overview of the Instructional Program, our implementation plans, and how our students and staff will be supported. We look forward to this exciting addition to our school community
Thank you to everyone who came out to help Gardening Club spread the mulch on Tuesday! It was so wonderful to have so many volunteers come along and help us and we are so grateful to the Arlington Heights Public Works for donating the mulch to us again this year.
Dental Forms Required for Current Kindergarten and 2nd Grade Students
If your student is in kindergarten or second grade please remember to turn in their dental form.
The compliance date for this regulation is May 15, 2026. However, you may submit the form at any time. You should make your dental appointments early in the school year. Dental offices will be very busy in the spring as the compliance deadline approaches. We will accept dental exams that have been completed after November 15, 2024.
Completed forms can be turned in via email (scan or picture) to sklancnik@sd25.org, in your students backpack, or by fax (847-394-6681).
We are excited to announce our 19th Annual Patton Elementary School Walkathon, benefiting Make-A-Wish Illinois! This special event will take place on Thursday, May 14 from 4:00–5:15 PM and is a wonderful opportunity for our school community to come together, have fun, and support an incredible cause.
We are reaching out to ask for your help in making this event a success by connecting us with business sponsors and/or donated items.
Business Sponsorships
If you own a business or know of a local business that may be interested in supporting our Walkathon, we would love to partner with them! Sponsorships help us maximize the impact of our fundraiser and bring us closer to granting wishes for children in need.
Donations for the Event
We are also looking for donations to make the event extra special for our students. Some ideas include:
- Bounce houses
- Bubbles
- Small prizes or giveaways
- Snacks or refreshments
- Any fun, family-friendly activity items
If you are able to contribute, know a business that would like to sponsor, or have items to donate, please reach out to us. Every contribution—big or small—makes a difference!
Please contact:
Stephanie Koenig: skoenig@sd25.org
Amanda Vincent: avincent@sd25.org
Thank you for your continued support and generosity. Together, we can help make wishes come true for children through Make-A-Wish Illinois.
Warm regards,
Patton Walkathon Committee
This contest was so successful last year, our PTA has decided to run it again! Let's have our Panthers show their creative AND school spirit by submitting designs for next year's spirit wear! If your child/ren would like to take part, they should use the form attached below and hand it into the front office by Wednesday, May 13th.
All submissions will be voted on and there will be 2 winners! I can't wait to see the amazing designs our Panthers come up with!
Please contact Mrs. Hamilton or Mrs. Dunning in the office if you have any questions. Thank you so much!
Excusing Children from PE - Physical Education
Parents may request that their child be excused from Physical Education for one day due to a medical reason. Any absence beyond one day requires a physician’s note.
For elementary students, physician orders must clearly state any restrictions for both Physical Education and Recess. Students who are unable to participate in Physical Education may not participate in school-sponsored sports clubs during that time.
Excusing Children from Outdoor Activities / Recess
Elementary students regularly participate in outdoor activities during Physical Education classes, daily recess, and the lunch period. For the safety of all students, children are expected to go outside during these times unless there is a documented medical reason. If your child needs to remain indoors, a physician’s note is required that specifically states the outdoor restriction.
After School Activities and Events
Students absent from classes on the day of an extracurricular event may not be allowed to participate in that day’s activities or event. Prior planning by parents and school helps eliminate any such conflicts.
PATTON ELEMENTARY
Main Line: (847) 398-4288
Fax #: (847) 394-6681
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