JAGUAR SPOTS
Esther Jackson Elementary - February 27, 2020
Principal for the Day - Rory!
Esther Jackson's First Museum of African American History
In celebration of Black History Month, a classroom at Esther Jackson has been temporarily transformed into Esther Jackson Museum of African American History and Culture. The museum features exhibits that highlight everything from inventors and athletes to musicians and important leaders of the past and present. The museum also includes interactive activities that engage visitors, inviting them to interact with the content in the exhibits through games, crafts, puzzles, scavenger hunts, and even a photo booth. The museum is open to the entire EJ community on school days from 7:15 AM- 2:30 PM until March 6, 2020 in room 357.
Fulton County proudly celebrates Exceptional Children’s Week (March 2-6)! Exceptional Children’s Week is an opportunity to honor children and youth with exceptionalities. This week is about encouraging individuals to seek their highest potential, and increasing public awareness of the abilities, aspirations, and personal qualities of those with disabilities. Please join us in celebrating each day by encouraging your child to participate in the following events:
Holcomb Bridge Middle School PRESENTS …..
Rising 6th Grade Parent Night
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
WHERE: Holcomb Bridge Middle School
*We welcome all parents of rising 6th graders to attend this orientation. We will provide information during breakout sessions on the middle school transition and our curriculum, counseling department, and our 6th grade community. This is a great start to your child’s 2020-2021 middle school year!!*
If you have any questions, please contact Hannah Milligan, 6th grade counselor, 470-254-8425
We look forward to meeting you!
Hardship Transfer & Renewal Information
Parents who wish to apply for a 2019-20 hardship transfer to another Fulton County school or to request renewal of an existing hardship, applications are now available online. Click here for more information.
The deadline for submitting a transfer application is Feb 28, 2020. For questions or more information call Fulton County Schools Student Assignment Office at 470-254-5550.
Special Thanks!!
Thank you for the donation!
A special thanks goes out to Veronika Barash of Atlanta Select Homes LLC for the generous donation to sponsor the 5th grade field trip to Stone Mountain. Our EJ students will certainly benefit from this donation that will allow them to take this educational field trip. We are honored and grateful for your partnership and support of our school and community.
EJ Students Artwork Displayed at The City Hall of Roswell
Congratulations to the students at EJ who's artwork was chosen to be displayed at The City Hall of Roswell, 38 Hill St. Roswell, GA 30075. The artwork is based on the theme “Black History and the Vote”. The gallery is open January 21 - March 6, 2020, Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM. Free.
January's Attendance Challenge Winners - Congratulations!
Family Bingo Survey
How was Family Bingo Night?
EJ wants to know! Please click here to fill out a quick survey.
Thanks! Your input is appreciated!
Box Tops for Education
Help earn money for Esther Jackson!
1. Download BoxTops app from Apple App Store or Google Play.
2. Find and sign up under Esther S Jackson Elementary School.
3. Use the app to scan your receipt with 14 days of purchase to see if you have made any eligible purchases.
4. Pat yourself on the back for helping out your wonderful school!
Money Raised to Date: $86.60
Goal: $500
Science Expo, Mar 19, 5:00pm-7:00pm
All EJ students and family are invited to attend the Expo!
PK-2nd: Pick up packets from your teacher
3rd-5th: Get packets from Ms. Keisler in STEM Lab
ESTHER JACKSON CLIMATE SURVEY
Parents, we really need your help. It is now time to complete the annual Georgia Parent Survey for this year.
This important survey is utilized as part of the calculation for Esther Jackson’s school climate rating, which is reported with our CCRPI scores.
Parents may complete the survey using their personal computer, smartphones or tablet. Survey responses are anonymous and are submitted directly to the Georgia Department of Education for analysis. The survey is in both English and Spanish. Select Fulton County from the first drop down and then we are listed as JACKSON ELEMENTARY.
Please click here for the link to begin this quick survey.
We would really appreciate your feedback so that our school is reflected accurately.
The FitnessGram is a health-related fitness assessment that includes multiple tests to measure aerobic capacity, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition. During PE, the 4th and 5th grade students will be participating in height, weight, curl-ups, push-ups, pacer, truck lift and the sit and reach test. A report will be sent home with 4th Quarter report cards. Students in 1st-3rd grade will participating in height and weight. For questions, please contact Lisa Williams at williamsl6@fultonschools.org .
Great Schools!
Please help us represent our school in a positive light by leaving a comment on Great Schools! Simply click here to access the site. We want the narrative about Esther Jackson to reflect our dedication to meeting students where they are and growing them as lifelong learners in a positive school community.
Yearbook Ordering Information
Cost: $15 for soft covered yearbook
Deadline to order: March 16
There are 2 options to order:
- Order online at ybpay.lifetouch.com and enter code 13763120
- Order with cash or check (made out to Esther Jackson Elementary). A flyer will go home in your child's folder soon with details.
Upcoming Events
FEBRUARY
27 - The Taste of Holcomb Bridge, Holcomb Bridge Middle School, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
28 - PTA Family Dance, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
MARCH
2-6 Exceptional Children's Week
5 - Parent University - Math & Literacy Night, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
12 - Release Day - No School for EJ Students, Teacher Workday
13 - Teacher Workday - No School
17 - Report Cards Sent Home
18 - College Day, celebrate your favorite school!
18 - Pre-K Enrollment Day, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
19 - PTA Science Expo, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
24 - Teacher Workday - No School
25 - Rising 6th Grade Parent Night, Holcomb Bridge Middle School, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
27 - Picture Day
About Us
Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/estherjacksones
Location: 1400 Martin Road, Roswell, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-5290
Twitter: @ejjaguars