🎈🦃 Parade Alert! 🦃🎈
Mrs. McKenzie, Mrs. Terry, and Mrs. Morgan’s class kicked off the Thanksgiving spirit by hosting their very own Macy’s Day Thanksgiving Parade! Our mini-Manatee balloon handlers marched their creations straight to the front office to share the fun! 🎉💛
Tomorrow, Friday, 11/21, you can snag a pan of a dozen frozen Texas Roadhouse rolls, their famous honey cinnamon butter, and a free appetizer coupon from our amazing PFA Volunteers!!
Bring $10 cash to morning drop-off and look for our table. Quantities are limited—so come early and get your ROLL ON! 🥳🍞
Manatee Families! We’re so excited to celebrate together at the Paterson Family Luncheon TODAY! 🎉🦃
Please arrive 10 minutes before your child’s lunchtime and stop by the front office for your visitor badge—please keep it visible while on campus.
If you pre-purchased an adult meal, head into the cafeteria and go through the lunch line. Just share your child’s student ID number with the cafeteria staff. Prefer to bring your own lunch? That’s perfectly fine too!
We’re expecting a big turnout, so thank you in advance for your patience during check-in.
We can’t wait to share this holiday moment with you! 💛
Tomorrow, November 20th, Coach Vann is spinning up a sweet deal, offering Sno Cones at Run/Walk for just a cool $2.00!
Take a moment to ask your child what they’re thankful for today—and what they’ve learned about the history behind the Thanksgiving holiday.
Mrs. McCarty’s 2nd graders and Mrs. Ellsworth’s Pre-K students have been busy sharing and writing down all the things they’re grateful for. We love seeing their hearts shine! 🦃✨
#Gratitude4
From the moment students step onto the bus, to the nutritious meals they eat, the clean and safe environment they learn in, the technology that supports their lessons, and the welcoming faces in the office - it's all because of our dedicated Educational Support Professionals.
Your hard work often goes unseen, but the positive impact you have on our students and staff is immense. Let's show some love for these incredible individuals today!
#WeAppreciateYou #ESPDAY2025 #ClayCounty #SchoolStaff #MakingADifference #OneClay #MakeAnImpact
Do you know an amazing teacher who deserves community recognition? Now is the time to give them the spotlight!
Nominations are now open for the Clay County Fair's "Hero of the Day" program. This is a wonderful opportunity to honor an educator who goes above and beyond for our students.
🚨 ACT FAST: The deadline for all nominations is December 1st!
Don't miss your chance to nominate your favorite teacher.
➡️ Click here to submit your nomination: https://www.claycountyfair.org/p/getinvolved/hero-of-the-day
Let's celebrate our incredible educators!
#ClayCountyFair #HeroOfTheDay #TeacherNomination #OneClay #MakeAnImpact
Today is the day to join our live virtual session: Supporting Resilience in Your Elementary Student.
Don't miss out on valuable knowledge to help your child thrive and bounce back from challenges!
🗓️ Today, Tuesday, Nov 18 🕛 12:00 P.M.
REGISTER FOR FREE and find the link to attend: OneClay.net/events
Can't make it? The session will be recorded and available later!
#OneClay #ParentAcademy #StudentSuccess #Resilience #ElementaryEducation
We’re celebrating #OneClayFamilyMonth with a fun way to connect, learn, and grow together!
How to Participate:
Complete the activities on your Family Engagement Challenge Card.
Snap a picture of your child(ren) with their completed card.
Share it on social media using #OneClayFamilyMonth or upload it through our submission form.
📸 We can’t wait to see your family in action!
Every activity completed builds stronger connections and supports student success. Let’s make this month full of memories, learning, and family fun!
Submit your card here: https://forms.gle/4aWcBaLQxY9Bo6mJ8
This is a friendly reminder that the lacrosse club will kick off on Wednesday, November 19th. Please ensure you pick up your student at North Parent Pick Up at 3:30 PM. Thank you!
Coming off yesterday’s HUGE win against the Chargers, the Jaguars are 6-4 heading into the home stretch. There are 3 home games remaining, with the next one being December 7th vs. the division-rival and division-leading Colts.
You can support #OneClay by attending a Jaguars home game this season. Ten dollars from every ticket sold using the link below will be donated directly to Clay County District Schools! This is a great opportunity for Jaguars fans to enjoy a game and give back to their school community. Learn more at the link: https://www.gofevo.com/group/2025clay
#OneClay #Jaguars #NFL
This is a special time to honor all the incredible teachers, support staff, administrators, and families who make our Clay County District Schools the best place to learn and grow.
We believe in discovering endless possibilities for every student! 🎉
#AmericanEducationWeek #ClayCountySchools #Education #ThankATeacher #EndlessPossibilities #OneClay #MakeAnImpact
📸 Fall Picture Retakes – Monday, Nov. 17
Manatee Families,
Just a friendly reminder—Fall Picture Retakes will take place on Monday, November 17th.
All Paterson students are welcome to participate if they:
➡️ Were absent on the original photo day,
➡️ Enrolled after the original photo day, or
➡️ Would like a retake of their original photo.
If your student is having a retake due to being unhappy with their original picture, please remember to return the purchased photo package to the photographer on retake day.
Please note: This is not a pre-order opportunity. A few weeks after picture day, you’ll be able to view your student’s proof by visiting www.leonards.com/order and selecting “Find My School.” A printed Second Chance proof will also be sent home with students or emailed to families once available.
Paterson’s Manatee Morning News Crew is teaming up with Kendra Scott for a special Give Back Event this weekend! 💛
🛍️ Shop online November 16–17 and 20% of your purchase will go toward supporting our Morning News Crew’s end-of-year field trip to SeaWorld on May 19th!
🎁 It’s the perfect time to get a head start on your holiday shopping and give back to our amazing Manatees!
👉 Use code GIVEBACK-JVBXK at checkout on kendrascott.com
to make your purchase count.
Thank you for helping our student broadcasters shine bright—one accessory at a time! 💙🐘🎤
Dear Manatees Families,
I hope this message finds you well. As many of you know, our school clinic stays busy each day caring for students who need a little extra TLC—a Band-Aid, a tissue, a change of clothes, or simply a comforting hand. It is my joy and privilege to support our students, and I’m so grateful for the love our Manatee community continually provides.
As we move through the school year, we are working hard to keep our clinic shelves stocked and our students warm, clean, and comfortable. We are also in the process of giving our clinic space a much-needed refresh so that it continues to be a safe and welcoming place for all children who walk through the door.
If you feel led to support our clinic, below are some items that would be especially helpful:
Items We Could Use:
• solid-colored stretch pants or sweats (preferably black)
• light sweaters, light jackets, or plain-colored sweatshirts
• new or gently used girls' and boys' gym shoes (sizes 12–8)
• underwear & socks (boys/girls)
Clothing sizes needed for boy/girl: 4/5, 7/8, 10/12, 14/16, adult S, adult M
How Can You Help?
Donations can be delivered to the PES front office anytime from now until the Christmas break.
If you prefer, monetary contributions can also be made directly at the front office or via Adopt a Classroom. Please select "Clinic" as your designated option; simply scan the QR code or click on the link: https://tinyurl.com/AdoptaClass2025.
Should you have any questions or need further information, feel free to contact me at 904-336-2584. Your support—whether large or small—makes a significant impact on the daily lives of our students. Thank you for helping us ensure our kids are healthy, warm, and well cared for.
With gratitude,
Renee Melzak, RN BSN
Paterson Elementary School Nurse
