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Students at Parkwood Elementary made their mark on International Dot Day donning polka dot outfits and dotted stickers.
Dot Day is inspired by Peter H. Reynolds’ book “The Dot,” which tells the story of an art teacher who encourages a young girl who believes she cannot draw. Starting with a small dot on a piece of paper she unlocks her creative potential and goes on a journey of self-discovery and creativity, in which she inspires others.
Art teacher Janel MacLean celebrated with students today during class by having them create their own artwork at one of five different stations.
Constitution Day commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787, by the delegates to the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. Library and technology specialist Dawn Kasper-Bamberger discussed the Constitution with classes at Parkwood Elementary this week.
More than 120 parents, students and staff from every school in Pattonville met at a districtwide Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) meeting on Aug. 31 to review potential plans for facility updates and to prioritize the needs for their buildings. Representatives from the architectural firm Ittner Cordogan Clark Group, along with Pattonville district and school leaders, were on hand to share the district’s work to date on developing a new master facilities plan and answer questions. The individual school improvement teams heard an overview from the architects and then met and discussed the project lists developed for their schools. 
The Pattonville community will celebrate homecoming on Oct. 1 and 2 with a variety of activities for Pirates of all ages. Community events include a Friday night football game pitting the Pattonville High School Pirates against Parkway South and a parade in Maryland Heights. The theme for this year's homecoming festivities is "A Night at the Movies." Find out details below.
