Patterson Elementary PTA works with parents, caregivers, and teachers to support Patterson Elementary through programs, activities, and school projects.
Everything we do as the Patterson Elementary PTA happens because of our wonderful volunteers and donations!
Here are some of the ways Patterson Elementary PTA has worked with volunteers and used donations to support our school.
Programs
- Reflections (August- September): An arts recognition and achievement program sponsored by the National PTA. It provides opportunities for students to express their creativity and receive positive recognition for their original works of art.
- Spirit Wear (All Year): Design and distribution of the Patterson T-shirt.
- Debate Program: Run by the Fremont Debate Academy, it’s Patterson PTA’s proud initiative. Specifically catering to 4th and 5th graders, the program focuses on developing debating skills.
- Math Olympiad: Catering to 4th and 5th graders, this program focuses on assessing the competitive abilities of students through a competitive exam. Volunteers help students prepare through practice tests.
- Read-a-thon: A fundraising event which promotes the love of reading amongst all grades.
Activities
- Pumpkin Patch
- Fall/Winter Festival
- Family Fun nights
- Happy Birds
Above is a collection of flyers from the session 2023-24.
School Projects
- COVID-19 classroom safety equipment: Additional janitorial sanitizer spray and hand sanitizer dispensers for all classrooms.
- Technology/equipment purchases: iPads, Chromebooks, and upgrades to Computer Lab equipment.
- Campus beautification: campus murals, backpack hooks in front of the classrooms.
- Maker Faire: A creative art space for our young minds to promote STEM learning and various other art projects.
How to get involved
There’s no minimum on how much time to volunteer or how much to donate.
However you would like to help, we would love to have you!
Join the PTA!
It’s the first step to support the work of the Patterson Elementary PTA.
PTA membership is:
- Inexpensive ($10)
- Doesn’t require a time commitment from you
- Is open to all parents, guardians, family members and teachers of students at Patterson Elementary
Volunteer
There are many ways to get involved with the PTA, from short one-time commitments to coordinating an event. However you would like to help, we would love to have you!
Donate
We make it easy to donate online. You can donate while you shop, or donate directly.