These paper trees will soon be covered in leaves! Students will write something they are thankful for on their leaf. Watch how these trees grow over the next couple of weeks. Thank you, Nurse Stephanie.
Watch the video below to see more of what happens during Community Time at Pate!!
https://youtu.be/xlT0whKeCNI
Because teachers deserve a treat when they survive Halloween on a Wednesday!
Mr. Gassaway and I delivered snacks and drinks to the fabulous staff at Pate this afternoon!
They are working hard to make a strong push before Thanksgiving break!
#ThankATeacher #TheyDeserveIt
Check out these great literacy-themed bulletin boards in our hallway!
Monday will be the FINAL day to order Pate shirts and sweatshirts. Orders will be delivered before Christmas. Let us know if we need to hold your shirt in the office for a Christmas present.
Marathon Kids met this week for the first time. This club is free to join. All ages are welcome. Please contact the High School RN, Kala Brown, for more information.
It’s Red Ribbon Week! See the schedule of themed days below!
Some of our first grade writers were working hard today! Here they are sharing their writing with a friend.
A special thank you to our neighbors from Mt. Vernon for this timely gift basket of goodies. It was a nice surprise on this busy week of conferences. Thank you, friends.
Use the form below to purchase 2nd Grade's slap bracelets!
http://bit.do/slapbracelet-order
2nd Grade is selling slap bracelets. Make sure to watch the commercial!
http://bit.do/slapbracelets
Pate Family event tonight! Glow BINGO! Bring your quarters.
Please help me congratulate our Teacher of the Month, Mrs. Morgan Towe. Mrs. Towe is one of our second grade teachers. This is her fourth year in Aurora. She was nominated by her peers and selected by administration based on her excellent instruction, attendance, and willingness to go above and beyond! Congratulations, Mrs. Towe. We appreciate you!
A half day of school doesn’t mean we aren’t learning! Look at these hard working kids today!
I popped in a couple of preschool classes this morning, and I was so impressed by the connections these kids were making to the sounds on the alphabet chart! In our 3’a class, students were engaged in morning message. It’s a great day of learning at Pate!
The students at Pate were given an extra special welcome from the Aurora Soccer and Cross Country teams. Kids and adults alike enjoy these Friday morning connections. What a great way to start our day. Thank you, Coach Bishop and Coach Crockett.
These teachers chose to give up their weekend to attend a literacy conference to improve their craft. Aurora kids are so lucky to have these great teachers! #HelloLiteracy
Free developmental screenings available. Thursday, October 11 from 4-6pm. These are developmental screenings available to preschool age children in the Aurora district. Please call 678-1552 to schedule a screening.
It’s FFA day today! Students will get to see lots of farm animals, talk to FFA students about plants, growing our food, and enjoy this beautiful fall day outdoors!
There was a medical emergency at Pate this afternoon. Everyone is safe. Thank you to parents for showing flexibility and patience while we redirected our car line to provide the most efficient path for emergency responders. Your patience and understanding is appreciated.