Jackson eNews
Hello Jackson Families!
Parents - we need your feedback! If you have not already, please take a moment to let us know how our school and district is doing. Our 2023 Spring Family Survey is administered in partnership with Panorama Education and today is the deadline for submission. Please see the Panorama section below for the link to the survey and more information.
It's hard to believe that next week is our last week of school for the 2022-23 school year! It will be a busy week with 5th grade graduation, awards assemblies and end-of-year celebrations. Yearbooks will be on sale in the office before and after school next week and yearbook signing events will be held on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the times designated by each grade level.
Friday, May 26, is an early release day and school will be dismissed at 12:00 noon. 5th grade Clap-Out will begin at 11:45. This next week will be bittersweet for sure as we prepare to say goodbye to our 5th graders. We will miss them, but we are so proud of their accomplishments!
Information about Jackson's Summer Reading Challenge will be coming home and posted in next Friday's eNews. Throughout the summer, we will continue to communicate important events and information through emails, eNews and phone messages. The Jackson website and District website are also great sources of information.
As we prepare to wrap up this school year, we want to thank PTA and all of our families for supporting our teachers, staff, and students. Your children are precious to us and we thank you for the opportunity to play a role in their social, emotional and academic learning. It is so rewarding to see their personal and academic growth!
Thank you and have a great weekend!
Dr. Crystal Roach
Principal
Jackson Elementary
Plano ISD Top 100 Paraprofessionals
Jackson staff member, Estefania DelAngel Castillo, was presented an award today by District Director of Elementary Staffing, Chris Lillie, for being one of the Top 100 Paraprofessionals in Plano ISD! Jackson 5th graders participated in the celebration by creating a human victory tunnel. Ms. DelAngel is currently a 5th grade long-term sub, PASAR manager, and former bilingual teaching assistant. She is working on her teacher certification and is already proving how committed she is to all aspects of educating children.
Pictured below, left to right: Chris Lillie, Shelly Arthur, Nora Valdez, Robyn Burkhead, Estefania DelAngel Castillo, Antonio Valentin, Barbara Kuwitzy, Zully Garcia and Scott Riggle. Congratulations, Ms. DelAngel--WE APPRECIATE EVERYTHING YOU DO FOR OUR SCHOOL!
Student Art Displayed at Pride of Plano Exhibit
Bridget Brelo, 4th grade student at Jackson Elementary, is pictured below with her Colored Pencil Project, My Cityscape. She is pictured with Jackson's proud Art Teacher, Valerie Schaffer. Congratulations!
END OF YEAR MEDICATION PICK-UP
Dear Jackson Parents:
All medications kept in the school clinic must be picked up no later than Friday, May 26, at 12:00 noon. Medications cannot be sent home with students--a parent or guardian must pick them up.
All medications not picked up will be discarded according to the PISD Medication Disposal Guidelines.
Thank you,
Nurse Wheeler
Panorama Family Survey
Dear Families,
Our school values your feedback! We are currently surveying our families in order to gain insight into your perception of our school and district's effectiveness. To ensure we continue to provide high-quality, rigorous learning experiences that meet the needs of our learners and prepare them for college and career, we need your feedback. We want to know what you think. To administer these surveys, we have partnered with Panorama Education to conduct our 2023 Spring Family Survey. Panorama safeguards your privacy, keeping your responses confidential. The survey shouldn’t take more than a few minutes to complete and will be a valuable source of information for us as we work to make our schools and district as good as they can be.
You may complete the survey online between May 9th- May 19th using a computer, tablet, or smartphone by visiting the website HERE.
We thank you in advance for your thoughtful responses. If you have any questions about the survey administration, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 469-752-2100.
Thank you,
Jackson Elementary
Spanish:
Estimadas familias,
¡Nuestro distrito valora sus comentarios! Actualmente estamos encuestando a las familias de Jackson para conocer su percepción acerca de la eficacia de su escuela y su distrito escolar. Para asegurarnos de continuar brindando experiencias de aprendizaje rigurosas y de alta calidad que satisfagan las necesidades de nuestros estudiantes y para garantizar que les preparemos para la universidad y la carrera profesional, necesitamos saber lo que nuestras familias piensan. Nuestro distrito escolar se ha asociado con Panorama Education para llevar a cabo nuestra Encuesta primavera Familiar de 2023. Panorama es la entidad encargada de crear estas encuestas y de proteger la privacidad de sus respuestas. Por favor recuerde que sus respuestas son confidenciales. Esta encuesta no deberá tardar más de unos pocos minutos en completarse, y será una valiosa fuente de información para nosotros mientras trabajamos para que nuestras escuelas y nuestro distrito sean los mejores posibles.
Esta encuesta puede completarse en línea entre 9 de mayo- 19 de mayo desde cualquier computadora, tableta o teléfono inteligente con acceso a internet y visitando el sitio web aquí.
Le agradecemos de antemano por su participación y sus respuestas.
Gracias,
Jackson Elementary
Information from 2023-2024 Kindergarten Orientation Meeting
ORDER 2023-2024 SCHOOL SUPPLIES NOW!
Hello Jackson Parents!
Jackson 2023-2024 school supplies are now available through EPI! EPI school supply packs contain all the items and brands our teachers require AND your school supply order will be delivered to your student's classroom before the first day of school. What a win-win!
Avoid the crowds and get all your school supply shopping done online now through June 19. You can also complete the EPI order form below (which will be sent home too) and return the form with payment to Jackson by Friday, May 26. Cash and checks will be accepted. Make checks payable to: Jackson Elementary PTA.
EPI School Supply Pack Order Form
Order Securely Online, Now Through June 19!
(Sales tax will be applied at checkout)
1. Go to www.educationalproducts.com/shoppacks
2. Enter the school ID, JAC001 (3 letters/3 numbers)
3. Follow the directions to complete your order.
4. Keep your online confirmation as your receipt.
For questions, please contact:
Niki Roberts at president@jacksonpta.com
Vicki Plaza at treasurer@jacksonpta.com
Wilson M.S. EPI Supply Packs
For parents of students attending Wilson Middle School next year, Wilson School Supply packs are available for purchase until May 23rd. See website and code below:
EPI School Supplies for Wilson Middle School
The Wilson code is: WIL004
Important Dates
MAY 2023
- May 22-24 - Yearbook signing events determined by grade levels
- Wednesday, May 24 - Awards Assembly K-2 (4th 9 weeks), 1:50 p.m., gym
- Thursday, May 25 - 5th Grade Graduation, 8:00 - 10:30 a.m., gym and cafeteria
- Thursday, May 25 - Awards Assembly 3rd-5th (4th 9 weeks), 1:50 p.m., gym
- Friday, May 26 - Last Day of School! 5th Grade Clapout (11:45 a.m.) and early release, 12:00 noon, report cards go home
Click HERE for Updated 2022-23 PISD District Calendar
Click HERE for 2023-24 PISD Calendar
May Fitness Calendar
Our awesome P.E. coaches are sharing a monthly calendar with fitness challenges and other activities that promote the development of motor skills, physical fitness, and social skills. These activities can be done at home with family or friends. Have fun with fitness!
Counselors' Corner
Parent School Counseling Program Survey for Jackson Elementary
Hi Jackson Families!
We want to hear from you! Please take a moment to complete this Parent Survey. This will help Jackson’s school counselors to reflect and prepare for next school year. Thank you!
¡Hola Familias Jackson!
¡Nuestros consejeros escolares quieren saber de ustedes! Por favor tome un momento para completar esta encuesta de los padres. Esto ayudará a los consejeros de la escuela Jackson reflexionar y prepararse para el próximo año escolar. ¡Gracias!
Counselors' Corner Google Classroom
Interested in learning what your child is learning with the Counselors? Join the Jackson Counselors’ Corner Google Classroom! CLICK HERE to join! In this Google Classroom, you will find lesson topics, resources, contact information, and so much more! Thank you for your partnership!
Thank you!
Michelle Hardy, Counselor (Grades PK, 1,3,5)
Nicole Sollie, Counselor (Grades K,2,4)
Jackson families, our PTA needs you! We have been making large strides in building our impact for our Jackson faculty, staff, and students since the pandemic took us all out of school, but we can do so much more! If you feel pulled to give your talents and time to the Jackson community, please volunteer to be on the 2023-2024 Jackson PTA board. Nominations are being accepted now, and elections are scheduled to be held at our final general PTA meeting of the year.
To express your interest, please complete the form found here: https://forms.gle/CvDiQJCjDGE6a3mM9
For a brief description of the available positions, please click on the link below:
Please send any questions to volunteers@jacksonpta.com.
Thank you!
Andrea Versher
2nd VP of Volunteers
Jackson Elementary PTA
Purchase Your 2022-2023 Yearbook Now!
Jackson 2022-2023 yearbooks will be on sale every day next week (5/22-5/26) before and after school. The price is $30 and cash or checks (made out to Jackson PTA) will be accepted. Yearbook signing events will be held on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the times designated by each grade level.
Don't miss this chance to preserve those special elementary school memories!
Jackson PTA
Hello Jackson Families,
Support our students by joining the Jackson PTA! Your PTA membership helps to provide various programs such as: field trips, Bookfairs, school supplies, author visits and other educational programs for next year. We can't do this without your support! Please visit our website to become a member of the Jackson PTA.
The Jackson PTA website is also a great resource for you to find out about updated PISD, Jackson, and PTA events on the calendar, find ongoing and new volunteer opportunities, how you can help raise money for Jackson, and much more! Visit www.jacksonpta.com to explore our site!
In addition to our website, you will also want to read our PTA Newsletters! Find out exactly what our PTA does and ways you can assist!
February 2023 Jackson PTA Newsletter
Welcome 2023 Jackson PTA Newsletter
Be sure you are also following us on social media for reminders of upcoming events! We are on Facebook "Jackson Elementary School PTA"
Thank you!
Your Jackson PTA Executive Board
Summer PASAR is Hiring!
Summer PASAR is Hiring
Summer PASAR is actively pursuing certified teaching staff and teaching assistants for the PASAR Summer Program. Classroom teachers, specialist, special education teachers and teaching assistants are invited to join the Summer PASAR team. The PASAR Summer Program will be held at the following sites: Aldridge Elementary, Barksdale Elementary and Carlisle Elementary.
Program dates are below:
Session One: June 5-30 (Weeks 1-4)
Session Two: July 10-28 (Weeks 5-7)
PASAR is closed July 3-7. No PASAR care is offered this week.
Certified teachers are needed to facilitate enrichment theme-based activities for students in grades PreK to 5. We invite interested staff to complete the Summer PASAR Employment Interest form. Below is the anticipated work schedule.
9:15 am-9:30 am: Prepare/Plan for time with children
9:30 am-11:30 am: Facilitate fun and engaging activities with children
11:30 am - 11:45 am: Reflect and plan for next session with children
Specialized Care Needed for Summer PASAR
Summer PASAR is also actively pursuing certified staff and teaching assistants to work with our students who require specialized care. Interested staff are invited to complete the Summer Application form. A PASAR Zone Leader will contact interested staff to provide additional information.
Please reach out to Valerie Trevino 469-752-3091 with any questions. We appreciate your support and look forward to you being a part of the PASAR Summer Program.
Enter the Plano Public Library's Bookmark Contest
The 2023 Bookmark Contest sponsored by Friends of the Plano Public Library is open May 1 – June 15. Winners are selected in five age categories. Learn about contest rules and how to submit your entry at the link below.
Plano Senior High School Girls' Basketball Camp
Wildcat Family,
The PSHS Girls' Basketball program will be hosting our annual summer camp June 19th – 23rd (Monday-Friday) at the Plano Senior High Gym from 9am-12pm. We would love to have as many future Wildcats as possible! Our camp is open to boys and girls grades 1-5 (in 2023/24). Registration is live through Plano Parks & Rec.
We also have a camp for rising 6th-9th graders the same week (June 19-22) from 1-4pm. Register Here
Please see the attached flyers and feel free to share.
If you have any questions about camp, please email Coach Stallings – Kelly.Stallings@Pisd.edu
PSHS YOUTH SOCCER CAMP
The PSHS Girls' soccer program will be hosting our annual summer camp from June 5-8 (Monday-Thursday) at Plano from 8:30-11:30 AM. We would love to have as many future Wildcats as possible! Our camp is open to boys and girls grades K-9. Registration is live.
Plano Wildcat Boys Summer Soccer Camp
PSHS Boys Soccer is happy to announce that our summer soccer camp will be June 26-29 on the Plano Senior High campus.
Thank you for all your support and we are looking forward to serving our Wildcat community again this summer.
Summer Tennis Camps at Plano West
It is time for summer tennis camps at Plano West!
We would love to have your children spend some time with us on court this summer!
Our camp dates are 5/29 – 6/2, and 7/17 – 7/21.
Registration is now open. You can follow the link below….
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Jackson Elementary
Website: http://pisd.edu/jackson
Location: 1101 Jackson Drive, Plano, TX, United States
Phone: 469-752-2100
Twitter: @JacksonPlano