JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
THE BOBCAT - May 2021
WE ARE JEFFERSON BOBCATS! WE ARE IN CHARGE OF OUR LEARNING
Be respectful
On task and focused
Body and objects are safe
Care for self and others
Always follow directions the first time given
Treat others the way you want to be treated
Speak positive words
A NOTE FROM MR. FRANKLIN, PRINCIPAL
Fargo Public Schools announces the assignment of Beth Olson as the principal of Jefferson Elementary School beginning on July 1, 2021. She will assume the position from Principal Brad Franklin who will become the principal of Carl Ben Eielson Middle School on July 1.
Beth Olson has been the dean of students for Lewis and Clark Elementary School since 2019. Prior to being named a dean of students, Olson served as an administrative intern at Lewis & Clark for two years. For the 2016-17 school year, she was the student performance strategist at Kennedy Elementary School. Olson was also a fourth and second grade teacher at Kennedy from 2012 to 2016. While teaching at Kennedy, Olson also served as the student leadership advisor and was a member of the Kennedy Multi-Tiered System of Support. She has served on the District Technology Task Force and as a District teacher mentor. She began her education career in 1991 as a private school elementary teacher in Grand Forks, North Dakota and was a public school teacher in Grand Forks from 2003 to 2012.
Olson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Mayville State University and a Master of Educational Leadership degree from North Dakota State University. She has also completed the North Dakota Coaches Academy training and holds a North Dakota principal’s credential.
Upcoming Events
May 17th - No School
May 31st - No School - Memorial Day
June 3rd - Last Day of School
Jefferson Schoolwide Title I Parent Survey
Jefferson Title I Annual Review
Boys and Girls Clubs of Red River Valley at McCormick Park
May 2021 School Newsletter Content - Jefferson
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Red River Valley (BGC) offers affordable youth development programs after school and school out days to Jefferson families via our McCormick Park location.
BGCRRV SUMMER 2021 AND 2021-22 SCHOOL YEAR REGISTRATION
IS NOW OPEN FOR RETURNING AND NEW FAMILIES!
Visit our website at www.bgcrrv.org for all of the details.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of the Red River Valley
Scheduling, Registration & General Information
701-235-2147 | schedule@bgcrrv.org | www.bgcrrv.org
Kindergarten Registration Now Open
Fargo Public Schools kindergarten registration for fall 2021 is NOW OPEN online at www.fargo.k12.nd.us/registration. Your child must be age 5 by July 31, 2021 to attend school in the fall.
Watch the video below to learn more about the kindergarten experience at Fargo Public Schools. Click here to learn more about the registration process and sign your student up for school in the fall of 2021!
If you do not know which school your child will attend, call 701.446.1043 or check online at www.fargo.k12.nd.us/boundarymaps. If you need PowerSchool help, please call 701.446.1030.
FARGO NORTH SUMMER SOFTBALL REGISTRATION
MCKINNEY-VENTO HOMELESS SERVICES
PARKING LOT SAFETY
Thank you to all the drivers who take extra precautions when picking up or dropping off students in the parking lot. Please use the pickup and drop off area, so we do not block incoming and outgoing traffic. Last, please be sure the children are on the curb side of your vehicle, so they do not have to step into traffic. Thank you for your assistance.
Positive Behavior at Jefferson
Every year, Jefferson has a different schoolwide theme. This theme is incorporated into our monthly Character assemblies and celebrations. This year’s theme is Bobcats are all in this together. It is a theme stating that we will work together and support each other as we work through this difficult time.
BOBCAT EXPECTATONS
Bobcats are in charge of their learning.
BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR GOLDEN TICKETS!
Golden Tickets are given to students when an adult notices them showing Bobcat expectations and following the school rules (being responsible, respectful and safe). At the end of each month 2 Golden Tickets are drawn from each class and those lucky winners get to sit at a special lunch table known as the Golden Table.
WHAT IS A SELF MANAGER?
Many students at Jefferson have shown that they ALWAYS show Bobcat expectations. These students can apply to be Self Managers. A Self Manager gets a special badge which means they do not need to use hall passes. There are also weekly celebrations for the Self Managers and many other privileges. Any student can be a Self Manager if they work hard at it and make good choices for themselves!
Jefferson Elementary School Parent Compact
Please click the link below to view the Jefferson Elementary School Parent Compact.
Jefferson Elementary School
Email: franklb@fargo.k12.nd.us
Website: www.fargo.k12.nd.us/Jefferson
Location: 1701 4th Avenue South, Fargo, ND, USA
Phone: 701-446-4700