Patterson Elementary

On April 8, the Patterson community shined at the Mesa Public Schools Student Service Awards held at Westwood High School. This ceremony celebrates staff members nominated by administrators, colleagues, and parents for their exceptional dedication to students.

Honorees and Highlights
Christine Dodson: Recognized for her outstanding contributions to the school community.

Special Education Resource Department: The entire team including Kristen Jarrett, Renae Wiegert, Laura Hessler, Sara Kinion, and Chandra Bair, was honored for their vital work with our students.

Bindi our therapy dog, and her handler Marli Bennett: Celebrated for their unique and impactful service to the Patterson family.

Camden Howe: Recognized as an outstanding student for his hard work and bravery. Although this award was given posthumously, Camden's parents were there to receive the award on his behalf. Camden will always be remembered as a "forever Patterson Coyote."

It was a night of well-deserved recognition for the individuals who make our school a supportive and excellence-driven environment.

The students at Patterson Elementary had a special visit on March 3rd! Part of the Mesa Hotshot crew stopped by to hang out with the 6th graders and Mrs. Murray’s science classes. Classes were greeted by Mr. Murray, Mr. Teele, and Mr. Runge with a slideshow and a tour of the Mesa Hotshot Buggy.

On Thursday, February 27, 2026, Mrs. Van Orman's kindergarten class celebrated Read for the Record with a guest speaker. Ms. Jennifer Snyder, director of communications, joined room 5 in reading this years story, See Marcus Grow.