King's Highway Elementary School PTO

We’ll never get tired of talking about Mrs. Pandosh winning the Citadel Heart of Learning GRAND PRIZE!!!

Congratulations to one of the grand prize winners of the Citadel Heart of Learning Awards, Elizabeth Pandosh! Elizabeth is a Kindergarten Teacher at Kings Highway Elementary in Coatesville Area School District.

Mrs. Pandosh received tons of heartfelt nominations which showed us just how deserving she is to be one of our three grand prize Heart of Learning Award winners. She was commended for her ability to connect with her students and make her classroom “feel like its own little family” as well as her phenomenal teaching skills and the style in which she teaches reading, math and science to such young students.

One parent said “the impact Elizabeth has had on my child will continue through the years as she continues to build on her very solid kindergarten foundation. She utilizes data and her personal observations to help all her students grow. For example, my daughter scored in the same bracket on the standardized testing they use at the middle and end of the year. But in addition to those test results, Elizabeth sent a message to say all the ways that my daughter had grown that were not measured on that test. It made me feel so comforted as a parent that her teacher was really connected to her and in tune with her strengths and abilities.”

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Pandosh on becoming one of this year's three grand prize winners! Coatesville Area School District

YEARBOOKS are here!! Everyone who pre-ordered and ALL fifth graders will receive their yearbook today!

There are still books available for purchase for $20. Send cash or check to school (in an envelope with student name, teacher name, and “yearbook”) or Venmo -PTO with the info in the comment section.

Field Day today!! Don’t forget to put plenty of sunscreen on your kiddos before school today!!

We are so proud of our amazing Mrs. Pandosh who won the Citadel Heart of Learning GRAND PRIZE for Elementary School!!! 🎉🎉🥳

King’s Highway Elementary School Teacher Wins Citadel Heart of Learning Award

King’s Highway Elementary School kindergarten teacher Mrs. Elizabeth Pandosh was honored with a Citadel Heart of Learning Award on Friday, May 17, during a surprise ceremony. The seven-year veteran of the school district was nominated by parents and staff for her dedication to students and engaging, hands-on teaching style. The award recognizes teachers across the region for their passion and dedication to their students.

“Mrs. Pandosh catapults all of her students to new heights,” said King’s Highway Principal Dr. Bridgette Miles. “She not only excels in the classroom but also serves as a mentor to new teachers and aspiring educators. As a leader of her grade level team, Mrs. Pandosh sets a shining example of excellence. Her commitment to keeping smiles on her students' faces and fostering a love of learning in them all is truly admirable and deeply valued.”

In nomination forms, parents wrote that Mrs. Pandosh works hard to get to know every student and every family.

“My daughter could already read going into kindergarten, but she found so many ways to engage her, strengthen and improve her skills and make her feel successful every day,” wrote one parent. “She did the same for each child in the class. She invited parents to volunteer in the classroom and to help target students who were struggling with certain writing and math concepts. The impact she had on my child will continue through the years as she builds on her very solid kindergarten foundation.”

In their nominations, some parents wrote about the notes that Mrs. Pandosh included home to parents, explaining that test scores are just one way to measure a student’s progress, skills, and strengths.

“As an educator and former Citadel winner myself, I’m completely blown away by her skills, patience, and intuition,” wrote one parent in a nomination form. “Mrs. Pandosh dresses up in certain themed outfits to teach history lessons about different time periods. She balances almost 20 students from all different backgrounds and levels coming into kindergarten and getting them to learn lifelong fundamental skills. They are excited and engaged each day. I couldn’t ask for a better teacher.”

“Students in her class are able to learn so much about community, diversity and inclusion, friendship and social skills,” wrote one parent. “My daughter learned how to work with others in a way that will set her up for future successes. She learned how to be resilient and how to be kind and compassionate towards others.”

Citadel has been running the award program for 23 years, and it has expanded across the Delaware Valley. Pandosh will receive $5,000 in funding to support her classroom.

Thank you Citadel Federal Credit Union!

We will be going LIVE in a few minutes with a special announcement from King’s Highway!!! Tune in shortly!!!!

A big thank you to Stoltzfus Homesteads who came out earlier this week for a special assembly for our K-2 kiddos!! The students all got to make butter, learn about milking animals, and learn about and interact with the adorable goats and ponies!!

We are all devastated at the news about Malinda Hoagland, who was previously a student at King's Highway.

Counselors trained in grief and trauma support will be available at King's Highway for staff and students who may need to speak to someone or need help processing this tragedy.

Please join in wearing blue, Malinda's favorite color, for Malinda today, as organized by her friends at the middle school to honor her memory today.

Last week for the Helping Hunger Food Drive! On Thursday, all of our donations, along with those from the rest of the community, will be delivered to the Chester County Food Bank!

If you're doing grocery shopping this weekend, consider picking up a couple of extra items to support the Helping Hunger Food Drive! Each classroom has a box for donations and classrooms that meet their goal will get a reward!

Hope to see you TONIGHT!!

If you're doing grocery shopping this weekend, consider picking up a couple of extra items to support the Helping Hunger Food Drive! Each classroom has a box for donations and classrooms that meet their goal will get a reward!

We hope to see YOU next Monday, April 22, at our next PTO meeting!

Pre-order deadline has been extended through THIS FRIDAY, April 19!! Pre-order today to claim your yearbook. https://www.balfour.com/pennsylvania/coatesville/kings-highway-elementary-school

A limited number of books will be available for $20 cash or check when the yearbooks arrive at the end of May.

A massive THANK YOU from the King’s Highway PTO to everyone who donated prizes for our Bingo Fundraiser and all who attended this exciting evening!!

Local businesses, families, and our amazing teachers and staff were so incredibly generous in their donations — the raffle table was INCREDIBLE!!

Thank you again to all who made our biggest fundraiser of the year a success. This community is THE BEST!!

Tonight's the night! Who's getting excited for Bingo?! If you pre-ordered food, doors are at 5:00 so you can eat before the games begin. Games will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. Bring CASH for snacks, 50/50, or special games!!

Here is just a sneak peek of some of the awesome raffle baskets you could win at our Family Bingo Night this Friday!! We hope to see you there!!

KHS Families, Bingo forms are due TOMORROW!! Don't miss this awesome event with tons of GREAT prizes!!

REMINDER: Bingo order forms are due FRIDAY, 4/5!!!

REMINDER: Bingo order forms are due FRIDAY, 4/5!!!

Are you doing some spring cleaning over spring break? Bring your good used condition clothing, belts, shoes, bedding, and stuffed animals to donate for our Keystone Collection Fundraiser!

Please put all items in BAGS only, and bag shoes separately.

The trailer located on the left side of the school will be there through April 28 — just open the side door pictured here and leave your items!

Happy Spring Cleaning!!

We are still collecting donations to help fill our baskets for raffle prizes for our Bingo Fundraiser! If you were there last year you remember how EPIC the raffles were -- let's make it even BETTER this year!!

Help your student's classroom fill their basket!!

Each class has a themed basket to fill, to be used as prizes for our Bingo Fundraiser on April 12.

Check the Comments sections for a list of teachers and a link to that classroom's Sign Up Genius (links have also been sent out by teachers). No donation is too small!

We hope to see you at the PTO meeting tonight!!

Help your student's classroom fill their basket!!

Each class has a themed basket to fill, to be used as prizes for our Bingo Fundraiser on April 12.

Check the Comments sections for a list of teachers and a link to that classroom's Sign Up Genius (links have also been sent out by teachers). No donation is too small!

REMINDER: Joe Corbi pick-up on THURSDAY at the school!! Please plan to pick up your order between 3:45-5:30. Park in the back of the school and come to the door -- we will not be able to bring your order out to you in the student pick-up line!

Have you ordered your yearbook yet? Pre-order your book online now for the best price! https://www.balfour.com/pennsylvania/coatesville/kings-highway-elementary-school

Capture special memories from this school year with the 2023-2024 yearbook! It's easy to order online: click here and select "Yearbook Products" https://www.balfour.com/pennsylvania/coatesville/kings-highway-elementary-school

Final reminder for fifth grade families to submit a special message to their graduating student in the yearbook!! https://forms.gle/1aDrBj8VhdnfULnT7

ATTENTION FIFTH GRADE FAMILIES! Submit your Pride Line for the 2023-2024 yearbook by scanning the QR code below or going directly to this link: https://forms.gle/1aDrBj8VhdnfULnT7

All fifth graders will receive a free yearbook from the PTO!

Save the date for our next PTO meeting!

Don't forget - the School Store will be open tomorrow (Friday, March 1)!

Hope to see you TONIGHT (Monday, 5pm) for the PTO meeting!

The PTO has requested "Favorite Things" lists from teachers for any families who may like some ideas before the holidays! If you would like the lists we have received so far, please send us a direct message here in Facebook, or email [email protected] and we'll send you the collection.