May 11, 2012

Dear Jackson Families,

During this past week, we held our kindergarten orientation.  Around 50 of next year’s kindergartners and their parents visited Jackson to see the classrooms, learn vital information, and find out how much fun they will have.  As is typical for the springtime, this annual event symbolizes a very important change to come.  It signals the start of a six-year partnership between Jackson and our local families for the education of their children.  Parents have different options when it comes to how they educate their children, and we value the trust that Jackson families place in our school and staff.  One of the main reasons that Jackson is such an exceptional school is due to high quality children who enter our doors each day.  We have our parents and families to thank for their strong support of the rigorous education we provide.

Thank you to our Jackson PTA and parents, families, and students!  We greatly appreciated all the heart-warming ways our staff was recognized this week.  The school was brightly decorated all week, there were so many flowers and cards, and there were many delicious treats.  You were very generous in so many ways. The support of our families and community is felt well beyond this week.  Throughout the year, you support the learning of the classroom through assisting your child with homework and various reading/math skills.  Additionally, you stay connected with your child’s teachers and classroom learning.  You attend school events and volunteer.  I thank you for the numerous ways that you work to support the learning of your children.  Its impact will be felt throughout their lifetime.

The end of the year is about two weeks away!  The last day of school for AM kindergarten and 1^st-5^th graders will be Tuesday, May 29^th, with an 11:00 am dismissal.  (PM kindergarten’s last day is Friday, May 25^th.) 

Before that, field day is Friday, May 25^th.  Good sportsmanship, teamwork, and having fun are important parts of this special day. Please send your child prepared with sun protection.

Important dates to get on your calendar for next year:

Tuesday, August 14^th @ 4:30-6:00 pm– School Supply Kit Pick-up (for pre-ordered supply kits)

Thursday, August 16^th @ 2:00-4:00 pm– Meet the Teacher Event

Monday, August 20^th– First Day of School

Enjoy the weekend and Happy Mother’s Day!

Ryan D. Anderson

Principal

This school year will have a change for how we schedule built-in professional development time. For many years, you may have been accustomed to a few half-days during the year. These have been ...more

h year student council collects Box Tops for Education as a way to raise money. The funds we raise are then used to purchase a school gift and donate to a charity.  Please visit http://www.boxtops4education.com/  to see a list of participating products.  Remember, each box top is worth $0.10!  It all adds up!! Thank you for your support and SAVE THOSE BOX TOPS!!

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September 10, 2011

Thank you parents for reviewing the Elementary School Handbook with your child, as well as completing both sides of the form that was sent home today and returning it next week.

For accessing the handbook, you may click here .

With this week being the international Walk & Roll to School Day (Oct 6th), this attached article is particularly germaine to the concept of using excercise and physical movement in the learning process and development of children's brains. 

Click here to access the article .