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Jackie Robinson Academy Weekly Newsletter 1/13/24

Dolphin SplashJackie Robinson Academy Weekly Newsletter 1/13/24

Dear JROB Families!

Happy New Year JROB! As I reflect on the past decade in education, I am reminded of the progress we've made in making choices that are best for kids. From the sage on stage to the facilitator of learning, teachers too have made adjustments and continue to adapt their practices to be more student-centered. Curriculums from Cognitively Guided Instruction in Math to Writers Workshop to Next Generation Science Standards focus on making sure learning begins with students' prior knowledge and adapt to their specific needs. Prioritizing student choice, autonomy, independence, and funds of knowledge honors all our learners and values the contributions they make to our shared learning.


Thinking about our district's focus on inclusion, innovation, student-centered accountability, equity, and community, we have a lot ahead of us, but have also made great strides in each of these areas. When thinking about curriculum, enrichment, best practices, staff professional development, learning experiences, safety, staffing and beyond, we make every effort to make decisions in the best interests of our students using the following filters:


  • Is it good for kids?

  • Is it sustainable?

  • Does it build capacity for kids and adults?

  • Is it aligned with the current program or does it drain resources from our current goals?


As we move into 2024, I know that we will continue to learn and grow together, making decisions as a community that serve the whole child and every child. I wish you all a happy 2024 and look forward to an amazing year of growth and reflection!


Your proud principal,

Rebecca Ngo

What's Happening at JROB for the Week of 1/8/24:

Monday, January 15th

  • No School MLK Jr. Holiday


Tuesday, January 16th

  • Gently Used Uniform Drive Begins (5 items to Dr. Richards earns a free dress band for the following day)
  • 2:30-4:30 Girls' Basketball and Boys' Track Practice


Wednesday, January 17th



Thursday, January 18th

  • 1:30 Early Dismissal TK-5th
  • 2:30-4:30 Girls' Basketball and Boys' Track Practice
  • 2:30 TK/Kinder Round up Parent Info Meeting & Campus Tour


Friday, January 19th

  • High School & College Spirit Day
  • Caught Being Good Raffle


Upcoming Dates

  • Friday, January 26th - End of Semester 1
  • Friday, January 26th - Spirit Day: Disney/Character Day: "Let's Show Our Best Character"
  • Friday, January 26th - 5:30-7:00pm, JROB Ice Skating Night @ Lakewood Rinks
  • Monday, January 29th - ELAC Meeting, 8:00am
  • Tuesday, January 30th - School Site Council Meeting
  • Wednesday, January 31st - 5th Grade Camp Oakes Parent Meeting, 5:30-6:30pm
  • Friday, February 2nd - Spirit Day: Sports Jersey Day: "Teaming up for Excellence"
  • Friday, February 9th - Achievement reports posted in ParentVue
  • Friday, February 9th - High School Choice Application Deadline
  • February 26-March 1 - 5th Grade students to Camp Oakes
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Gently Used Uniform Drive: January 16-26

Help us stock our nurse's office with uniforms for students! Bring 5 gently used uniform pieces that your child has outgrown to Dr. Richards and receive a free dress band to use the next day!


If you are in need of new uniforms for your child, please come in and fill out an Assistance League form and your child will receive new uniforms in a few weeks!

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Friday Spirit Days

To celebrate our students efforts in being on time, in uniform, and at school each day (Monday-Thursday), we are having Friday Spirit Days! Below are theme dates to put into your calendar:


Friday, January 19th - High School & College Spirit Day: "Looking Forward to the Future"

Friday, January 26th - Disney/Character T-shirt Day: "Let's Show our Best Character"

Friday, February 2nd - Sports Jersey Day: "Teaming up for an Awesome 2024!"

Friday, February 9th - High School & College Spirit Day: "Looking Forward to the Future"

Friday, February 16th - Disney/Character T-shirt Day: "Let's Show our Best Character"

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Attention 5th Grade Families: Camp Oakes Info Night 1/31, 5:30pm

Please join us in the cafetoria for our Camp Oakes Parent Info Night on Wednesday, January 31st at 5:30pm. Learn about the enrollment process, what to pack, and what is in store for your child during their week at Camp Oakes, February 26th-March 1st

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Thursday, January 18th - TK/Kindergarten Round Up, Parent Tour & Info Meeting

Do you have an incoming TK or Kindergarten student? Do you know someone who does? If so, please save the date and spread the word for our TK & Kinder Round up on Thursday, January 18th at 2:30pm. Incoming parents will have a chance to learn about Jackie Robinson Academy, get information about the enrollment process, and tour our beautiful campus!

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High School Choice Begins January 8th!

LBUSD pleased to offer over 30 pathways and programs at all 11 LBUSD High Schools for matriculating 8th grade students. Check out the High School Choice Website for a list of resources, information and a complete timeline of events.


Important Deadline: February 9th


  • Last day to submit online enrollment documents for New / Returning to LBUSD Resident Students (11:59pm)
  • Last day for current LBUSD students to make address changes for HS Choice (11:59pm)


High School Visits

2023 High School Choice Fair

Early Learning & Kindergarten Festivals

The Long Beach Unified School District's series of Early Learning and Kindergarten Festivals, held for families of incoming 2024-25 transitional kindergarten (TK) and kindergarten students, are set to begin Saturday, Jan. 20.


The popular, free event will provide families with information on LBUSD early learning programs and registration procedures, as well as free parent workshops, dental screenings and many more fun activities. Families who attend at least two workshops will also receive a free backpack while supplies last.


Following is the schedule of festivals, which are planned for 9 a.m. to noon (registration begins at 8:45 a.m.):

· Saturday, Jan. 20 at Burcham Elementary School, 5610 Monlaco Road, Long Beach

· (Virtual) Wednesday, Jan. 31 from 6 to 7 p.m. at lbschools.net/youtube

· Saturday, Feb. 3 at Dooley Elementary School, 5075 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach

· Saturday, March 2 at Roosevelt Elementary, 1574 Linden Ave., Long Beach


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