Wolf Watch
Dates to Remember
May 8
8th Grade Formal
May 11
Last day for Accelerated Withdrawal
May 14
Piano Recital 4pm
May 19
IAC Meeting
May 22 & 25
No School
May 28
Wolf Day
Chromebook Collection
As we move into the final stretch of the school year, we want to take a moment to reflect on what an incredible year it has been for our school community. Throughout the year, we have seen tremendous growth—academically, socially, and emotionally—from our students. Classrooms have been filled with curiosity, creativity, and perseverance, and we couldn’t be more proud of all that has been accomplished.
With the arrival of spring, there is an extra sense of energy and excitement throughout the building. The warmer weather and longer days remind us that the finish line is in sight, but there is still important work to be done. This is a time to stay focused, continue building strong habits, and make the most of every learning opportunity.
We encourage all of our students to keep striving for their personal best. Whether it’s completing assignments, preparing for upcoming assessments, or participating fully in class activities, every effort matters. Finishing the year strong is a wonderful way to reflect the hard work that has been put in all year long.
Families, your continued support makes a meaningful difference. Encouraging routines, celebrating progress, and staying connected with your child’s learning helps ensure success through the final weeks.
As always, thank you for being such an important part of our school community. Let’s enjoy the beauty of the spring season while staying committed to excellence. Together, we can make these last weeks some of the most successful and memorable of the year.
Warm regards,
Mrs. Gamble and Mr. Myrga
Updated Attendance & Withdrawal Information
Attendance Reporting
All absences and tardies must be reported via email to patchms.attendance@dodea.edu
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Phone calls are not accepted for attendance reporting.
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Attendance emails must be received before 1:00 PM on most days.
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On Thursdays, emails must be submitted before 12:00 PM.
Extended Absences (More Than 3 Consecutive Days)
If a student will be absent for more than three consecutive school days, families are required to complete an Extended Absence Form prior to the absence.
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The form must be filled out by all of the student’s teachers.
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Please request the form in advance to ensure enough time for completion.
Withdrawal / PCS Notice (Not Attendance-Related)
If a student will be moving or withdrawing, the school requires 7–10 business days’ advance notice to prepare all necessary checkout and student records.
Career Day April 30th!
Questions or Concerns?
(+49) 0631 7106 7020
DSN: 324-483-7020
To let us know if your child will be absent or if you have any other attendance-related issues/questions, please email the office staff at patchms.attendance@dodea.edu
At Patch Middle School, both Aspen and Google Classroom play important roles in keeping families informed, but each serves a different purpose. Understanding the difference helps parents and students stay on top of learning and grading.
Aspen – The Official Gradebook
Aspen is the only official record of student grades. Final assignment grades and overall course grades are entered and maintained in Aspen. When you want to know a student’s current standing in a class, always check Aspen first—these grades are the ones that count toward report cards and transcripts.
Google Classroom – The Learning Platform
Google Classroom is where teachers share assignment details, instructions, resources, and—when appropriate—provide a place for students to submit work digitally. While teachers may post feedback and scores in Google Classroom, these numbers are intended for communication and guidance only. They do not represent official grades.
Key Takeaway
Think of Aspen as the gradebook and Google Classroom as the classroom workspace. Both are important, but only Aspen contains the grades that appear on report cards.
Patch Middle School – Front Office & Attendance Updates
Our front office team is ready to help students and families, but we need your support to keep things running smoothly. With two fewer permanent office positions, it may take a bit longer to reach our team. Thank you for your patience and support as we work hard to meet the needs of our school community.
Please take note of these important reminders:
Student Absences
We kindly ask that you do not call to report absences. Please email all absence notifications to patchms.attendance@dodea.edu.
Item Drop-Offs
To limit classroom interruptions, we only accept urgent items for delivery.
- Urgent examples: forgotten lunch or glasses.
- Not urgent: forgotten homework or other non-essential items.
Emergency Messages
If you must call with an emergency message for your student, please do so before 1:00 p.m. (by 12:00 p.m. on Thursdays). Messages received after these times cannot be guaranteed for same-day delivery.
Front Office Contacts
- Registrar: Mary Jeffcoat
- Secretary: Rachel Donaldson
Office Hours
Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
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School Procedures
DoWEA School Dress Code
Students MUST wear:
- Tops with sleeves (sleeveless tops/dresses are permitted for school sponsored formal events such as prom)
- Solid clothing (not transparent or translucent) that fully covers the top and bottom from armpit to mid-thigh
- Shoes (shoes must be safe for the school environment)
- Bedroom slippers shall not be worn, except for school activities approved by the principal
- Open toe shoes with a strap across the heel are allowed
Students CANNOT wear clothing with:
- Language or images promoting violence
- Language or images that depict, promote, or advocate the illegal use or sale of drugs, alcohol or tobacco products; violent conduct; curse words; pornography; that contain threats or expressions which are violent, discriminatory, lewd or obscene; or that advocate or promote any other illegal item or activity or the use of same
- Derogatory speech and/or imagery that targets groups based on race/color, ethnicity/national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Headgear that obscures the face (except as a religious observance or health purpose); clothing items with hoods attached can be worn but must not cover the head
* Teachers/courses can require certain attire as part of the curriculum (for example: physical education, culinary) that may include specific dress
* DoWEA issued athletic uniforms and athletic practice attire outside of the DoWEA school dress code is permitted when worn by participants during athletic practices and sports events
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Contacts
| Name | Position Details | Phone |
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| Attendance | Attendance | |
| Registrar | Registrar | |
| Aprile Evans | School Counselor Grades 7 & 8 - Last Names M - Z | |
| Cheytoria Hickey | School Webmaster | |
| Robin Stworzydlak | School Nurse | |
| Tikeira Roundtree | School Counselor Grades 7 & 8 - Last Names A - L |
