Jefferson Academy Elementary

School News

Preschool Enrollment Openings - We currently have openings in our afternoon preschool program.  This program is available for students who will be four years old by October 1 and qualify for UPK.  If you are interested or know of anyone that is interested, please contact our Director, Kevin Mesch (kmesch@jajags.com).

Jefferson Academy Library Birthday Book Club - This is a program that recognizes your child’s special day while providing a new book for our Library.  Click here for the link to join. For more information, please contact our Librarian, Ms. Tucker at rtucker@jajags.com

Student’s Birthday - This is a reminder that we follow Jeffco Schools Wellness policy which prohibits bringing in birthday treats. For more information please review our policy in the Family Handbook (link). 

Drama Club -  Mrs. Ballard offers drama club for 5th & 6th grade students. There will be an information meeting on November 11 from 3:00 - 4:00 in the intermediate music room.   Please check your commitments before signing up for drama club.  If students miss more than two of our rehearsals or have to consistently leave rehearsals early, their part may be given away. The cost of the program is $75. Here is the schedule and registration Link. Cast audition information link.  Stage crew application link.

Yearbook Club- Yearbook Club is offered to students in 5th & 6th grade.  Students will participate in choosing the yearbook theme, cover and the creation of pages. There is not a fee for this club.  Here is the link to register and for the  schedule (Link). For more information, please contact Kim Hardin at jeffersonacademyyearbook@gmail.com.

Hearing & Vision - Students in Jefferson County in grades Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th grade participate in a hearing and vision screening.  This will take place the first week of October.  If you do not want your student tested or have questions, please contact our Health Aide, Danielle Harding at dharding@jajags.com.

Parent/Teacher Conferences - Wednesday, October 9 from 1:00-7:00 p.m. (students are dismissed at 11:30 a.m.) and Thursday, October 10 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Teachers sent out an email to sign up. If you did not receive the email, please contact the teacher. . 

6th grade ONLY will have conferences on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday. 6th grade students will not have school on Tuesday or Wednesday.

PTO News

Yearbooks are on sale! This year will again feature a high quality, hard cover, 88 page yearbook. Buy yours now and preserve this year's memories forever! Not sure if you've already purchased a yearbook? Click the link and check the participant list for your name.

Did you miss the WatchJAGS Kickoff last week, but still want to volunteer in this capacity? It's not too late to snag a slot (1/2 or full day openings available) Check out the WatchJAGS Sign-up to pick your date. You may sign-up to serve in the morning, afternoon or all day (just sign up for both shifts on your chosen day). WatchJAGS is open to all adults.

Save the Date - Friday, October 11 - Kids Nite Out at the City Park Rec Center (Westminster). FREE for JA Students ages 7-12. More details coming soon!

Fun Run is coming! Our largest fundraiser of the year will kick off on October 23 and will culminate on Friday, November 1, with students running laps for pledges! Be sure to mark your calendar now to volunteer or cheer on your kiddos! More information about volunteer opportunities will be coming soon!

Stay in the know! Follow us on Facebook or check out our website to find out information about upcoming PTO events and happenings! You can also still Join PTO to receive "early bird" notices about selected PTO opportunities.

Calendar

  • Wednesday, October 2 - Late start, school begins at 10:00 a.m. Breakfast is not served.

  • Wednesday, October 2 - SAC meeting at 5:30pm in the conservatory and PTO meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the commons.

  • Wednesday, October 9 - Early Release. Students will be dismissed at 11:30 a.m. Lunch is not served. 

  • Wednesday, October 9 - Parent/Teacher conferences 1:00-7:00 p.m.

  • Thursday, October 10 - Parent/Teacher conferences 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. - No School

  • Friday, October 11 - No School.  JA Fall Break

  • Monday, October 14 - No School.  Ja Fall Break