Patterson PTSO
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Patterson Elementary PTSO

Supporting Parents, Teachers, and Students to succeed!

 
 
 

Meet Your 2023 - 2024 Patterson PTSO

As your 2023/2024 school year PTSO board we will work hard to provide our students, teachers/staff and school with additional learning curriculums, classroom supplies, campus upgrades, staff appreciation/recognition and fun experiences for our families

 

Candace Baird, President
Richard Baird, Co-Secretary

Candace and Richard will be starting their 3rd year on the PTSO Board. They have 2 children, Allie (3rd) and Brayden (4th). They also have 2 dogs, Molly and Honey, about 20 chickens, and 1 giant Tortoise named Dash. Candace works full time as a Registered Nurse on a cardiac floor at HonorHealth in Scottdale. Richard is in Real Estate and Investments. They enjoy camping, vacations, and hanging out with friends and neighbors. Hosting parties is their JAM!

Christine Yost, Co-Vice President

Christine is serving her 2nd year on the PTSO Board. She has a 2nd Grader named Marley and is a Real Estate Agent with Fulton Grace and helps at The Phoenician Golf Resort in Scottsdale. Christine and Marley love seeing movies, running, traveling, and being outdoors. Originally from Nebraska, Christine is not a fan of rain, snow, or anything cold. You can always find them at the beach or pool.

Kelly Rush, Co-Vice President

Kelly is excited to start her 1st year on the PTSO Board, serving as co-Vice President with Christine. She has twin boys, Wade & Cooper, who will be starting 2nd grade this 23/24 school year. Kelly loves spending time with her family, vacationing, and being crafty. When she’s not managing the house you can most likely find her on the baseball field cheering on her boys.

Elizabeth Witt, Co-Secretary

Elizabeth has been a Patterson parent for 5 years and this is her first year on the PTSO Board. She is a mom of 4: Ryker (5th grade), Jasper (3rd grade), August (2nd grade), and Violet (age 4). Elizabeth enjoys reading, plants, and spending time with their cats..

Chelsea Heinz-Brown, Treasurer

Chelsea has been a Patterson parent for 5 years and is excited for a 2nd year with the PTSO Board. She has Gerrit (4th grade) and Wade (3 years old). She is a Senior Marketing Coordinator for a local engineering firm that designs freeways throughout the Valley. Chelsea enjoys camping, off-roading, traveling, new adventures with her boys, hanging in the pool and ASU, Go Devils!

 
 

Key Patterson Committees

Our PTSO would not be what it is without these team members. They are all instrumental when it comes to pride days, teacher appreciation week and everything in-between.

 
 

We are always looking for volunteers, committee chairs and input to help improve our school. See how you can get involved and contact us with any questions.

 
 

Upcoming Events & Key Dates

 

Patterson PTSO
Upcoming Events

Social events and fundraising events are a key piece of the PTSO. Check back often for an up-to-date listing of all Patterson PTSO events.

See the “official” GPS school calendar here.

Want to volunteer at an event?

See other volunteer opportunities.

 

Thank You!!

Our Patterson families are a KEY element to our success. The more involved the families are, the more successful the school is. We are thankful for all the items, time, and expertise you donate.

 
 

We welcome your involvement!!

Opportunities are abundant! From a single task to full committee leadership. The Patterson PTSO accomplishes a lot with a little and any donations of time, talents, funds, or support are welcome.

 

Time and Talents

We know our Patterson Family is full of so many talents. We welcome what you have to offer and are looking for support in some of the following specific areas:

  • Flyer pickup and counting for class distribution

  • Grant writing & review

  • Monthly bookkeeping

  • CPA for Non-Profit Tax Management

  • Landscaping for campus improvement projects

Please contact us to share your time and talents!

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Event Coordination & Volunteers

Our events take a lot of time and effort in the coordination, preparation, and execution. If you would like to head an event or volunteer at an event, please contact us. Some upcoming opportunities include:

  • End of Year Ice Cream Social (End of May 2023)

  • Back to School Night at Peter Piper Pizza (End of July 2023)

  • Fall Festival (Late October/Early Nov 2023)

  • Annual Holiday Store (Early Dec 2023)

  • Breakfast with Santa (Early Dec 2023)

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Classroom Projects

At times our staff have additional projects for funding. Check out this list of items our classrooms are currently in need of.

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Something Else

Do you have other talents to offer? We have various needs around campus that may be the perfect fit for you.

There are many ways to get involved. Please reach out and we’ll find something that suits you.

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