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The Paw Print

Posted Date: 05/22/26 (04:00 PM)


The Paw Print

Issue #18

May 22, 2026
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FROM THE PRINCIPAL'S DESK

Dear Paterson Families,

As we move closer to the end of the school year, we want to take a moment to celebrate our 3rd and 4th-grade students, who have been doing and continue to do a wonderful job during SBA testing. We are incredibly proud of their focus, perseverance, and positive attitudes each day. Thank you to our families for helping students arrive rested, prepared, and encouraged throughout the testing season. Your support truly makes a difference.

We also want to remind families that many exciting end-of-year events and activities are quickly approaching. Classroom celebrations, special projects, concerts, and grade-level activities will be taking place over the next several weeks. Please continue checking communication from your child’s teacher regularly so you do not miss important dates, permission slips, or updates.

Our Field Day was amazing! A huge shout-out to our parents, volunteers, and the students from Wallace for giving their time and helping make the event such a success. Mr. Bennett and Mrs. Dalton were greatly appreciated for their support and leadership throughout the day.

It was wonderful to see everyone participating in the activities and enjoying time with the students, dare I say, even having just as much fun as the kids! Your energy and enthusiasm truly made the day special. It is through your partnership and support that our Field Day is such a success.

Lastly, thank you for your continued partnership and support throughout the year. Our school community is strongest when we work together, and we appreciate everything you do to support your children and our school. 

Warmly,
Arleen Torres Ruiz

 

PTO CORNER

Poster for the John Paterson PTO Raffle Basket event, featuring carnival graphics and event details.

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Poster for the John Paterson PTO End of Year Carnival on June 5, 2026, from 5:30-8:30 PM.

FOURTH GRADE NEWS

Save the dates for these exciting 4th grade givebacks!!

Hartford Yard Goats (4th Grade) - May 28th

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Early Childhood Screening

 

DATES TO REMEMBER


May 25 - Memorial Day - No school/Offices Closed

June 5 - JP Carnival - 5:30 PM

June 22nd - LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS - Dismissal at 1:40 PM
 
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Updated District Calendar

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A school calendar for the 2025-2026 academic year, with monthly grids and key dates.
 
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