HOW WE SUPPORT PATTERSON
Every dollar raised and every hour volunteered has a purpose: helping make Patterson an even better place for our school community.
During the 2025–26 school year, Patterson PTSO directed more than $32,800 toward school and campus improvements, student and family experiences, teacher and staff support, and student enrichment.
$32,800+
DIRECTLY SUPPORTING PATTERSON
$15,242
SCHOOL & CAMPUS
Grade-level needs, teacher requests, campus beautification, IB program support, and other improvements and resources that benefit Patterson.
$13,098
STUDENT & FAMILY EXPERIENCES
Events, traditions, celebrations, and experiences that bring Patterson students and families together throughout the school year.
$3,796
TEACHERS & STAFF
Year-round teacher and staff appreciation, including special treats, meals, gifts, recognition, celebrations, and other ways we show our Patterson staff how much they are valued.
$675
STUDENT ENRICHMENT
Additional experiences and support for Patterson students, including 6th Grade Graduation.
Where Your Support Goes
I would not repeat the numbers here. The big figures above already do that job. This section should put recognizable examples behind the dollars.
WHERE YOUR SUPPORT GOES
SCHOOL & CAMPUS
Campus beautification • Grade-level needs • Teacher requests • IB program support • School resources & improvements
STUDENT & FAMILY EXPERIENCES
Breakfast with Santa • Holiday Store • Donuts with Grown Ups • Grandparents Lunch • Parent/child events • Ice Cream Social • Literacy Night • Carnivals & celebrations
Many PTSO family experiences offset most or all of their costs through participation fees, helping fundraising dollars go further toward other Patterson priorities.
TEACHERS & STAFF
Teacher Appreciation Week • Welcome-back activities • Staff meals • Holiday gifts • Special treats • Staff recognition • Year-round appreciation
STUDENT ENRICHMENT
6th Grade Graduation • Student programs & experiences
I would specifically include "year-round appreciation." That's the part parents won't necessarily realize. Teacher Appreciation Week is only one piece of what that committee does.
HOW IS IT FUNDED?
Patterson PTSO support is made possible through Power the Panther, community fundraising events, shopping rewards, Spirit Wear, and the generosity and participation of Patterson families and community partners.
Figures reflect categorized 2025–26 PTSO transactions and exclude Student Council activity.