Jackson Jetliner
A.K.A. Thursday Folder for 4/18/2019
NOTES & REMINDERS
Confirmation of Make-Up Dates - Changes to the School Calendar
Regarding the weather-related changes to our calendar, please make plans informed by the details available here:
The following Fridays will convert to FULL days:
April 19*
April 26
May 3
May 10
May 17, 24, and 31 remain as early dismissal days, dismissing at 2:20pm.
The following designated make-up days at the END OF THE YEAR will become FULL instruction days:
June 3
June 4
June 5 * Last day for preschool*
June 6 – Last day of school; EARLY DISMISSAL day, dismissing at 2:20pmJackson Spring Carnival
Come celebrate all that the Jackson community has to offer while raising funds for PTA. Volunteers make this event work and keep it FUN! Signup to help at the below link.
Time: 2:30pm - 9:00pm CDT
Location: Jackson Elementary
Take Away Hunger (TAH)
Take Away Hunger 2019: Iowa organization to feed all those in need of food Buying, Building, & Bringing life-saving meals to starving families
All Jackson classes will be volunteers for Take Away Hunger on May 28th.
See the attached file for ways you can help with this important cause.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Jackson Running Club Registration!
JACKSON RUNNING CLUB: Spring Running Club will resume on Tuesday, April 23rd from 4pm-4:40pm! We will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays on the black top thru May 16th! Even if you or your child is not a runner, come and walk with us. Just keep moving and have fun!
Use the link below to sign up for the spring, even if you signed up in the fall. We wanted updated information for all student participants.
https://forms.gle/mYxap6396TpXLgpu5
Contact Kim Malcolm with questions at klmalcolm2001@gmail.com.
Happy Running!
Attention 5th Grade Families - Save the Date!
What: 5th Grade Recognition Celebration
When: Tuesday, June 4
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm with a brief ceremony at 11:00-11:30am
Where: Cherry Hill Park Pavilion
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COUNSELOR'S CORNER
Calming Strategies For Kids and How to Deal with Failure
Transition to Middle School
Dear 5th Grade Parents/Guardians,
Welcome to 2019, 2nd semester and your student’s last semester as an elementary student! Transition opportunities will be offered this spring to support the promotion to middle school. Traditionally in the Cedar Rapids Community School District, a student’s attendance zone elementary school determines their attendance zone middle school. This year your student has multiple options to consider for 6th grade! The CRCSD is excited to offer a variety of school choice for parents in addition to their attendance zone middle school, including two middle magnet schools.
See attachment for more details.
Tricia S. Hansen, MA, LMHC
School Counselor
Jackson Elementary School
Cedar Rapids Community School District
Office: 319-558-2492
Cell: 641-485-0985
Email: TrHansen@cr.k12.ia.us
Free & Reduced Meals
Did you know that you can apply for free or reduced meals at any time, not just at the start of school year? If you do not have a current meal benefit, you may:
- Apply online www.lunchapp.com
- Contact the school for a paper application
If you already have a current meal benefit, no action is needed.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Popcorn Fridays
WE NEED YOU!
WHEN: FRIDAYS
TIME: 8:50-11AM
WHERE: JACKSON ELEMENTARY STAFF LOUNGE
Please contact Nicole at nicole.duncantell@gmail.com if you can spare an hour or two this Friday!
Thank you in advance, and I hope to see you there.
Nicole Duncantell
PTA President
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PTA HAPPENINGS
Join PTA
It's not to late to become a PTA member! Dues are $15/individual and $25/couple. Check can be dropped off in the office or brought to next PTA meeting.
PTA Meetings are the first Tuesday of every month at 6:00pm (free childcare provided).
Box Top Drawing
Parents, please don't forget to have your child fill a BoxTop form for the new monthly competition we have going on at Jackson.
Your child could win a $5 Orange Leaf gift card!
Forms can be found in front of the office, or you can print your own at home (half page is preferred).
Tape or glue 10 BoxTops on the form and return it in front of the office.
Please make sure your child's name and their teacher's name is on the form so we know who to reward.
The winner will be announced at the end of every month during morning announcements.
Contact jacksonjetspta@gmail.com with any questions about PTA
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SCRIP
Scrip is looking for someone to help with the program next school year. Please contact Lori Weber at 319-551-5584 if interested or have any questions.
If you need a gift card fast, stop in the office and ask to look in the Cash & Carry Bag. Lots of new cards and plenty of options to choose from. Next order will be Mon, April 22nd.
SCRIP is a program where you buy gift cards at face value and a percentage goes back to the school. Fast, convenient and a great way to support Jackson!
SCRIP order forms and info can be found:
http://jackson.cr.k12.ia.us/activities/scrip/
Contact Lori Weber at jacksonptascrip@gmail.com or 551-5584 with any questions about SCRIP
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Virtual Backpack
http://webapps.cr.k12.ia.us/virtualbackpack/FlyerLinks.aspx?school=Jackson
Rainbow Picture 2018
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CONNECT
Jackson Elementary School
Email: jacksonjetspta@gmail.com
Website: jackson.cr.k12.ia.us
Location: 1300 38th Street Northwest, Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
Phone: (319)558-2471
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jackson-Jets-PTA-271549522948999/
Twitter: @Jackjetscrcsd