Paterson Elementary

Manatee Families, the spooktacular Halloween Parade is creeping up—just 3 days away! Take a moment to check out the details by clicking on the link: https://claycountysdfl.edurooms.com/engage/paterson-elementary/newsletters/34th-annual-manatee-halloween-parade

The Fleming Island High School Drumline is gearing up to dazzle with a mini concert in the courtyard post-parade! Students, staff, families—everyone's invited! If you're keen to soak up the beats but prefer to skip classroom volunteering, just fill out the form below: Drum Line Viewing Sign Up

Manatee Families,

Paterson Elementary invites you to join us for our Veterans Day Program on Monday, November 10th at 9:15 a.m.

This meaningful event is our opportunity to express sincere gratitude to the Veterans and Active Duty Military who have served our country with honor and dedication. We look forward to recognizing their service and sacrifices together as a school community. Due to space limitations, families are welcome to invite up to two guests. Only Veterans and Active Duty Military personnel should RSVP to reserve seating. All other guests are welcome to attend and do not need to register.

To RSVP for reserved seating, please complete the Google Form here: Veteran's Day RSVP Sign Up Form

We look forward to coming together as a school community to honor and celebrate our nation’s heroes.

We’re so excited to share that our After-School Lacrosse Club is back for its 8th year! Over the past few weeks in PE, students have been learning “soft” lacrosse — a fun and safe version of the game that doesn’t require extra protective gear. Now they’ll have the chance to keep playing after school with FIHS coach and members of the girls & boys lacrosse teams right here on campus. We’re so lucky to have their support and expertise!

Program Details:
● Who: Kindergarten–6th grade students
● Dates: Wednesdays: Nov. 19, Dec. 3, and Dec. 10 (Make-up date if needed due to weather: Dec. 17)
● Time: 2:45–3:30 p.m. (pickup by 3:50 p.m. in North Parent Pick Up)
● Cost: $2.00, Cash ONLY (to cover field paint and supplies)
● Sign-Up Deadline: Monday, Nov. 17, 2025
● Spots Available: 50–60 students — spaces fill fast!

Students are expected to show great sportsmanship and behavior during Lacrosse Club. If any issues arise, a student from the waiting list may take their place. We can’t wait to see your child out on the field learning, growing, and having fun with this awesome sport!

Please fill out the attached form: LaCrosse Club Registration Form

Hey, Manatee Families! 🎉 Get ready to rock Red Ribbon Week from October 27th to 31st with a fabulous spirit week! Check out the themed days below and let's get those kiddos involved in the fun!

❤️ Monday: Rally in Red!! Wear RED from head to toe to show you're REaDY to be drug free!
💼 Tuesday: Drugs are TACKY! Drugs are wacky, so lets dress tacky! Wear your tacky tourist attire.
🏈 Wednesday: Team Up Against Drugs. Wear your favorite sports team's gear to show that we're all working together to stay drug free!
✌️ Thursday: Peace OUT to Drugs! Wear tie dye or hippie attire to say "peace out" to drugs!
🎃 Friday: Say "BOO" TO Drugs! Let's scare away drugs with ours school-appropropriate Halloween Costumes!!