Patrick Hamilton Elementary

Patrick Hamilton Elementary Weekly News

February 21, 2025

Patrick Hamilton Kindergarten Round-Up Date:

Wednesday, March 5

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From the Desk of the Principal

Penny War: Our Student Council will be doing their annual Penny War starting Wednesday, March 5th. Look for papers to be sent home with student this week.

END OF DAY CALLS and PICK UPS: You must call the office by 3:00 p.m. to make arrangements for your student to go home a different way. This is a policy that we have had in place and unfortunately have to enforce. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation.

Bus Rider Families: Please ensure you arrive at the bus stop for pickup and are prepared to board the bus 5 to 10 minutes early each day. This will help the drivers maintain their schedule and adhere to the designated routes. Thank you!

Outside Lunches: The district does not allow outside lunches to be delivered or brought into school for the students.

Sick Children: Please call the office and report that you are keeping your child home due to illness. The Cass Van Buren Health Department requires our school to report illnesses every week

When to Stay Home Letter from our District Nurse, Suzanne Dorman, MSN: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W3aFB8SfABu7JH6g_2PGwxQc1ahLhY12/view?usp=sharing

Schedule of Events

March 5 - Kindergarten Meet & Greet

March 5 - Penny War

March 6 - Future Chef Competition

March 7 - Popcorn Day

March 12 - Evening Conferences 5:00-8:00PM

March 13 - Half Day of School

March 13 - Afternoon Conferences 1:00-4:30PM

March 17 - Board of Education Meeting @PAC, 6PM

March 20 - Spring Music Program

March 21 - Science Olympiad

March 28 - No School

March 31-April 4 - Spring Break

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Book Fair Link

Dates: March 17- March 21

Reminders

Just a few reminders as a we are coming back from Winter Break in regards to the daily schedule.

School opens at 8:39 for Breakfast

Bell to start the day is at 8:53

Tardy is 9:01 - 9:19

Morning Absent is 9:19 - 11:50

Afternoon Absence is 11:50 - 3:40

If your child comes into the building after 9:01, they are considered tardy.

If they come in after 9:19 they are considered absent. In order to have it excused, you must either sign your student(s) in or call the office.

If you have any questions, please call Mrs. Ruff.

Given the increase in illnesses, this serves as a friendly reminder about the importance of proper handwashing.

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Report Card Information

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Mrs. Barraclough's Music Class: Link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572812523063

Community Happenings

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Helpful Links!

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Transportation Website: https://www.dowagiacschools.org/page/transportation

Transportation App: My Ride K-12

Apple App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/my-ride-k-12/id6443848115?platform=iphone

Microsoft App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tylertech.myridek12&hl=en_US

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Form Link

Please click the link to give any staff member a shout out!

Building Information

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Principal:

Nicole Conlin

nconlin@dowagaicschools.org

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Secretary:

Jessica Ruff

jruff@dowagiacschools.org

Drop Off Time: 8:39 a.m.

Breakfast: 8:39 a.m.-8:51 a.m.

Building Times: 8:51 a.m.-3:47 p.m.

Half Day Dismissal: 12:01 p.m.

Phone: 269-782-4450

Fax: 269-782-4469

Social Media

Patrick Hamilton Website:

https://www.dowagiacschools.org/o/phes

Patrick Hamilton Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/PatrickHamiltonElementary/

Lunch Menu:

https://dowagiacschools.nutrislice.com/menu

District Website:

https://www.dowagiacschools.org/

District Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/dowagiacschools/

GO CHIEFTAINS!