School News
School Calendars - The JA Board approved the school calendars for the next two school years! These may be found on our website under Resources and then click documents. You may also use this link to view the 2026-2027 school calendar and the 2027-2028 school calendar.
Health Room - We want to make you aware that Jefferson Academy has had a significant increase in the number of students reporting gastrointestinal illness. This has been prevalent in all grades throughout the building this week. More information is available in this letter.
Kids Heart Challenge kicks off on February 2. This year’s event is more than just fun; it’s our school’s service project in partnership with the American Heart Association. Students will learn healthy habits while helping kids with special hearts and supporting families right here in our community through donations to fight heart diseases and stroke. Click here for our school’s page where you can sign-up for free and see updates all the way through. This is where your family can complete Finn’s Mission, and you can also track our progress toward our goals and the rewards the kids love! Through this important program our school also earns equipment for PE or recess and can apply for wellness grants!
WatchJags - The WatchJags program is running smoothly and we invite more parents to come and participate in the program. We love having you on campus with us. Please visit the website for more information.
Summer JagCare - This program is only open to students currently enrolled at Jefferson Academy. If you are interested in placing your student(s) in this program please, sign up with this link. For more information, please visit the website (link). If you have further questions, please contact Karoline Corcoran at kcorcoran@jajags.com.
JagCare Before/after school care for the 2026-2027 school year - If you are interested in this program for the next school year, please use this link to participate in the lottery (Link). Families must complete the form by February 27 at 3:30 p.m.
6th Grade Students - JA Student Transition Night Meeting at JA Secondary, in the Fine Arts Auditorium. Please join JA Secondary’s administration on Thursday, February 5 at 5:30 p.m. for their annual 6th Grade Transition Night. This night is offered to all current JA 6th grade families and students who are planning to attend JA Secondary for 7th grade. The Secondary Admin team will share information on transitioning to JA Secondary, along with details on how your student will select their classes for 7th grade. This meeting is in-person only. For our 6th grade students who attend, they will receive a gift from the Secondary. If you are unable to attend, please email Anne Leoni, Registrar at aleoni@jajags.com.
Afterschool Spring Club Information
Chess Club - Mondays - 3:15 - 4:15 -Calling all 3-6th graders. Join the chess club and become a master of strategy! You'll have fun learning new moves, challenging friends, and solving tricky puzzles. Whether you're a beginner or already know the basics, you'll improve your skills while making new friends! Register HERE
Talk to the Camera - Mondays - 3:15 - 4:15 - Do you have a future YouTuber in your household? In this class, your kids will gain the skill set, knowledge and confidence to celebrate their individuality through learning the basics of YouTube content creation! Using a STEAM-based learning approach, your kids will learn how to produce their own channel trailer, graphics and episodes! Families will receive an edited channel trailer and one episode a few weeks after the last day of class.*We offer guidance and support for YouTube channel set-up, but we don't set-up channels for your kids during this class. We leave it up to you as the parent to create their channel and post videos privately or publicly. Safety is our top priority! Your kids must learn about internet safety and sign our internet safety pledge. Sign up HERE
Hip Hop (K-6th) - Mondays - 3:15-4:15 - K-6 - A high-energy dance form that uses the latest age appropriate Hip Hop and Pop music coupled with dance steps influenced by some of today's finest dance choreographers. A style that is incessantly changing, Hip Hop incorporates poppin’, lockin', and body isolations. Students will learn the trendy hip hop style of today as well as old school, and always emphasizes dancers finding their own individual swagger and style. Hip Hop is a fun, high-energy way to express oneself in a big way! More info HERE. Register HERE.
D&D Club - Mondays 3:15-4:45 - 4th–6th Graders Welcome! - Join JA’s Dungeons & Dragons Club for a screen-free adventure full of creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. Through storytelling and role-playing, students build critical thinking and communication skills while making friends and working together to achieve goals.The game fosters community, encourages positive social interaction, and even sneaks in math and reading practice—all in a safe, inclusive, and imaginative setting. And the best part? It’s free! Spots are limited and reserved on a first-come, first-served basis through the Google Form—reserve your child’s today!
Homework Club - Mondays - 3:30-4:30 - Need a quiet place to get your homework done? Want some extra help from teachers and friends? Come join the Homework Club! It’s the perfect spot to finish assignments, ask questions, and feel confident about your work. Fill out THIS form to reserve your spot. Students in 3rd-6th grade are welcome, limit 15 students per session.
*NEW CLUB! - Photography Club - Fridays - 3:15-4:15 - Taking photos from the side, up high, down low, or of your toes! In this class students will develop basic photography skills by doing fun, hands-on photography activities such as “story time” and “scavenger hunt.” The class will culminate in a gallery showing some of the best photographs taken. Cameras will be provided for students to use. More info HERE. Register HERE.
Karate - Late Start Wednesday Mornings 8:45-9:45 - Synergy Martial Arts - Get the day started off on the right foot! Karate Club helps your child to develop self-defense and strong character through martial arts related skills, drills and games. Head karate instructor Scott Pedersen will be teaching four early morning ‘Karate Club’ sessions (Feb 4th, March 4th, April 1st, and May 6th) from 8:45-9:45 am in the Primary Gym, for 1st through 6th grades. The cost is $20/session and all proceeds are being donated to Jefferson Academy Clubs. Today, screens and sedentary habits often dominate too many children's lives. Karate is a dynamic and engaging alternative; improving balance, coordination and fitness. In addition to energetic activities, Karate Club also reinforces life skills such as focus, discipline and respect for others. Given time, the training will also build self confidence and the very vital ‘belief-in-self’ for each child. More information HERE.
Intramural Sports - The registration for Jefferson Academy Elementary Intramural Soccer is open. This program will run for eight weeks. This sport is open to boys and girls in 5th and 6th graders of JA Elementary and Summit Academy. Click HERE for information on Spring soccer.
Calendar
Wednesday, February 4 - Late start - school begins at 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, February 4 - SAC meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the conservatory
Wednesday, February 4 - PTO meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria
Friday, February 13 - No school - Professional Development Day
Monday, February 16 - No school - Presidents’ Day
PTO
Valentine Grams - This year we have new, fun, and unique Valentine Gram items available for purchase - including fidgets, squishies, treats, 3D dragons, grow kits, and more! Several $1 and $2 items are available, plus K-Cup Coffee Pods for teachers and staff. Every purchase supports our JA 5th Graders with Outdoor Lab. Share some love this Valentine season! Orders close soon (Sat 1/31 at 5pm). Don't delay! Order Here
Community Social - A huge thank you to everyone who supported our MOD Pizza Community Social! Because of your generosity, we raised $492.46 for Jefferson Academy PTO. Your support makes a real difference for our students and school. We are so grateful for our amazing Jaguar community! Our next Community Social will be at Panda Express in Broomfield on Thursday, February 12, 2026 from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.
Black and Gold Bash: ROAR into Fun! - This event formerly known as "Timehop" is going to be so much fun with so many new and exciting changes coming. Thank you everyone that attended our informational/interest meeting Tuesday. If you missed the meeting but are still interested in helping with this event reach out to president@japto.info and we will share the information covered along with future meeting dates.
Save the Dates
2-4-26 - PTO General Meeting
2-11-26 - Teacher/Staff Breakfast
2-12-26 - Dine Out PANDA Express
Don't forget to log Your Volunteer Hours HERE