| Pattonville schools earn state PBS recognition |
| Tuesday, July 27, 2010 |
Two elementary schools in the Pattonville School District earned state recognition for their implementation of the School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (PBS) program. PBS prevents inappropriate student behaviors by teaching and reinforcing appropriate behaviors. Parkwood Elementary school received the silver level of state recognition and Willow Brook Elementary received the bronze level of state recognition for their incorporation of the program into school life.
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| 2005 Graduate wins U.S. Open National Playoff Men's Championship |
| Monday, July 26, 2010 |
A 2005 graduate of Pattonville High School is advancing to the U.S. Open Tennis Qualifying Tournament after winning his match in the finals of the U.S. Open National Playoffs in Atlanta on Sunday, July 25. Blake Strode, who was the No. 1 seed in the playoffs, won the U.S. Open National Playoff Men's Championship after defeating No. 2 seed Cecil Mamiit 2-6, 6-4, 7-6(1).
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| Last remaining projects from 2006 bond issue underway |
| Friday, July 23, 2010 |
This summer, the last few projects funded by the 2006 zero tax rate increase bond issue are being completed. Projects being completed from the 2006 facilities plan are kitchen renovations at Briar Crest Elementary, Bridgeway Elementary, Parkwood Elementary, Rose Acres Elementary and Pattonville Heights Middle School. Demolition on the old kitchens has begun, and the renovations will be completed in time for school to begin on Aug. 16, marking the completion of the 2006 facilities plan.
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| Summer camps concluded |
| Thursday, July 22, 2010 |
Pattonville High School recently completed its summer athletic camps for students in first through eighth grades. Campers took part in four different sessions throughout the day, with a choice of two sports each session.
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