Pate Elementary School continues to be a school of excellence preparing all students to have world-class skills and life and career characteristics of the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate by providing a safe atmosphere of collaboration and respect in a challenging learning environment. We provide such an environment by being a school that nurtures life-long learners who become positive role models in society. We are a school where faculty and staff are devoted to the success of every child through meaningful collaboration and on-going professional development in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Professional development is essential to Pate teachers as we seek new ways to learn innovative and effective strategies. All certified staff members participate in weekly Professional Learning Communities, collaborating as grade levels to analyze student data through common assessments, as well as an instructional support in the classroom. All classrooms have two or more hours of uninterrupted time for our ELA blocks, along with one reading interventionist and a full-time Literacy Coach for all grade levels. A Math Interventionist works with students in math small groups and one-on-one individualized instruction. Additional instructional assistants serve as extra support with small group reading interventions and math interventions under the guidance of our intervention teacher. All students are issued IPADS and use them throughout the day for research, differentiation, and interventions. Seesaw, Pebble Go, and Kahoot are some of the apps used to support student learning in all classrooms, 4K-2nd grade.
The character education program is evident in the daily activities of the school. Character-building activities for parents and students to do together are provided in the monthly newsletter. In addition, our school motto- One Team, One Dream is used to instill in our children the qualities of good citizenship and teamwork. Student excitement is evident each day as the students and staff members receive accolades for exhibiting these character traits through Positive Office Referrals and Terrific Kids.
Numerous opportunities for parental involvement have been provided throughout the year at Pate Elementary School. We had a Literacy Night, Math and Science STEM Night, Awards’ Programs for all grade levels, Pate’s Local Vocals Performances, and our Terrific Kids’ monthly celebrations. We had a Master and Miss Pate Pageant, a Family Western Dancel, and a school choir performance for all families. We were able to enjoy our families on Career Day and Field Day. In addition, parent interventions thru Pee Dee Mental Health support and our Community-Based Parent Liaison Program, as well as local church-based community helpers, were implemented throughout the year. We are also increasing our networking with our community homes and school through Class Tag, Facebook, and email, as well as local sponsorships and church family stakeholders. We believe that the success of Pate is the result of the support provided by our parents, community, students, and faculty. We have high expectations of our students and ourselves as we develop our future South Carolina graduates and world leaders.
Sarah Blackmon, SIC Chairperson
Ashley Taylor, Principal
