The Cardinal Connection
October 25, 2022
At J.O. Wilson Elementary School, we are SOARing to success every day in every way by creating an environment in which joy, pride, positive interactions, and growth mindsets lead students to comfort in taking risks, self-advocating, and facing adversity.
Important Dates:
October 26th: Principal's Chit-Chat @6PM
October 27th: The J.O. Wilson Cheerleaders present... The Think Pink Celebration @4:30PM
October 31st: Word-O-Ween
November 1st: LSAT Meeting @4PM
November 7th: Half-day PD/Half-Day records (no school for students)
November 8th: Election Day...(No school for students and teachers only)
November 8th: The JOW PTA Presents...The Election Day Bake Sale
November 9th: School Picture Day
November 11th: Veteran's Day...(No school for students, teachers, and support staff)
November 15th: General Body PTA meeting at 6PM.
November 20th: GIRLS ON THE RUN 5K ANACOSTIA PARK
November 23rd: Thanksgiving Break (No school for students and teachers)
November 24th: Thanksgiving Break (No school for students and teachers)
November 25th: Thanksgiving Break (No school for students and teachers)
November 30th: Principal's Chat @6PM
IMMUNIZATION APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
If your student is missing required immunizations, DC Health is partnering with Children National to offer childhood immunizations at five clinics. Locations are open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the Anacostia and Shepherd Park locations have evening and weekend hours. Call 1-888-884-BEAR (2327) to make an appointment.
It's Spirit Week At JOW!
The Cardinal Drama Players Big Reveal...
We are so excited to announce this year's musical to our school community. To build the anticipation and make the announcement special, it will be revealed on our school YouTube station this Friday, October 28th at 2:30PM.
The link is below:
PTA News and Updates
Join PTA and PTA Committees!
The PTA is welcoming new members for the 2022-2023 school year! Please fill out our membership form and also let us know if you're interested in roles like volunteering during events or serving on a committee. Membership in the PTA is free and open to all parents, guardians and staff. To stay up-to-date, visit the school website jowilsondcps.org, follow us on Instagram and Twitter @jowpta and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/JOWPTA. Our next meeting is Tuesday, Nov. 15.
The PTA’s committees are kicking off over the next few weeks. Email jowilsonpta@gmail.com or fill out a membership form if you’d like to get involved.
Advocacy/Facilities - Tuesday, Nov. 1, at 8 p.m.
Events and Fundraising - Monday, Oct. 24, at 7:30 p.m.
ECE (Early Childhood Education) - Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 6:30 p.m.
Upper Grades - TBD
Communications - 1st Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. (next meeting Nov. 2)
Election Day Bake Sale
Word-O-Ween is our School-Wide October 31 Celebration!
Girl Scout troops at J.O. Wilson this year.
Interested in helping to restart some Girl Scout troops at J.O. Wilson this year? Daisies are grades K-1, Brownies grades 2-3, and Juniors grades 4-5. We need four parent volunteers for each troop — two leaders, one finance, and one sales manager. Contact Larissa Horn (larissahorn@gmail.com) to find out more
GIRLS ON THE RUN 5K
All are welcome to take part! SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20th ANACOSTIA PARK
The race starts at 8:00 am (runners arrive by 7:45 am)...