Thank you for choosing the Jackson Local School District to enroll your child! We are excited to work with you to make sure your child succeeds. Our goal at Jackson Local is to nurture and challenge our students so they become lifelong learners and confident leaders. We believe education is a partnership, and we know you are an expert when it comes to your child. We hope you will share your expertise with us. We look forward to standing alongside you and sharing your child’s success in the years ahead. Again, thank you for choosing Jackson Local.

From everyone at Jackson Local School District, may your holiday season be filled with warmth, happiness, and cherished moments with loved ones. Here’s to a season of gratitude and Polar Bear Pride! 🌟

As a reminder, the Jackson Local School District's winter break begins December 23 and classes will resume on January 6. Have a safe, enjoyable break.

The Jackson High School cheerleaders competed in the OHSAA Spirit State Championship Qualifying Round against 12 teams this past weekend. They finished 3rd in the state for Division I Game Day! 🏆💜💛

We couldn’t be prouder of their hard work, determination, and teamwork. Thank you to our coaches, athletes, and supportive families for representing our school community so well on the state stage!

As we approach the winter months, we want to remind our families of our procedures in the event of inclement weather. The Jackson Local School District is committed to keeping you informed as quickly as possible about weather-related school closings or delays.

How We Notify Families
If a decision is made to delay or cancel school, you will receive notifications via:

• Phone Call
• Text Message
• Email

In addition, closing information will be posted simultaneously on the district’s website for your convenience.

Your child’s safety is always our top priority. We encourage you to ensure your contact information is up-to-date in our system to ensure you receive timely notifications. You can update your contact information by reaching out to your child's building secretary. Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping our students safe and informed!

Backgroundchecks.org analyzed Ohio school districts and put the Jackson Local School District as the No. 1 district in Ohio. Here is what the organization said about the ranking.

More than 100 Ohio school districts logged graduation rates of over 90% in the most recent year, and those at the top are some of the best in the nation. Here’s more information about the five best school districts in Ohio.

No. 1: Jackson Local School District is the best public school system in Ohio. The district serves an enrollment of 5,800 and has earned a rating of “Excellent” from the Ohio Department of Education for 16 straight years. What’s more, three of its schools have been recognized as Blue Ribbon Schools.

No. 2 New Albany-Plain Local Schools is nearly as accomplished: the 5,000 student-strong district is one of just 31 Ohio school districts to earn an “A” grade from the Department of Education and over 60% of its students earned a score of 3 or higher on the AP Exam.

No. 3 is Milford Exempted Village School District, which consists of one preschool, six elementary schools, one junior high, and one high school. Two of the district’s schools have received Nation Blue Ribbon honors, and its high school’s college readiness ranking is regularly the highest in Clermont County.

No. 4 is Brecksville Broadview Heights City School District, comprising five schools serving the city of Brecksville and parts of surrounding communities. The district has earned many academic accolades and is home to the Bee Gymnastics team which has taken home sixteen straight state championships.

No. 5 is Forest Hills School District, which has nine schools serving an enrollment of 7,400 students. Forest Hills students are well-rounded and highly active: 80% of middle and high school students are involved in extracurricular activities or athletics.

Earn a $5 Starbucks gift card and explore the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence and the role it can have in every student's educational journey and future career paths. This is a Live Parent Q&A vitual event from SmartSocial. This is free to all Jackson Local parents and guardians.

This is a live interactive event.

What you will learn:

• This virtual parent night event will explore the fascinating world of AI and its role in every student's educational journey and future career path.
• You'll hear directly from experts and get firsthand insights from the real stars – our students!
• Discover ways students can be using AI tools right now to support their education in a way that is ethical and avoids cheating

* The statistics above are estimates provided to our district based on the number of parents already enrolled and using SmartSocial resources.

Recently 10 Jackson High School band students performed with the University of Akron "All-Star" and Honor Bands at the Ohio Band Directors Conference, while another represented us at the Ohio University High School Honor Band Festival.

These talented students rehearsed advanced concert music with university faculty and musicians from across Ohio, honing their skills in just two days. Experiences like these showcase their dedication and the strength of our music program.

Congratulations to these students on their outstanding performances!

University of Akron "All-Star" Band

Tomas Dria, Kendall Gleason, Payton Landes, Eliana Adler, Paige Akers, Michael Green, Daniel Rousos, Evan Brunoni

University of Akron Honor Band

Elena Snyder, Luke Lombard

Ohio University Honor Band Festival

Milena Grametbauer.

Congratulations to all our outstanding musicians for their hard work and performances!

The safety and security of our students and staff is our top priority, and timely communication with parents and guardians is essential. We want to ensure that families stay informed in a clear, consistent, and efficient manner. Our district uses a mass notification system to send important messages through three primary methods: phone calls, text messages, and emails.

To prioritize urgency, we classify these communications as follows:

- **Phone Calls:** Reserved for the most urgent notifications. This is our highest priority method for critical updates.

- **Text Messages:** Used for important updates that may not require an immediate call, but still require prompt attention.

- **Emails:** Sent for general updates or follow-up information that does not need urgent action.

In many cases, you may receive a communication through all three channels for maximum accessibility. However, if you happen to miss an urgent all-call from the district, or if your voicemail box is full and cannot receive our message, we ask that you avoid calling district offices directly. Instead, you can view the same message on our district’s website, where urgent notifications are posted as alerts.

This process ensures our staff can focus on the safety and security efforts in progress, without the additional burden of managing incoming calls. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work together to keep our schools safe and keep you informed.

Thank you for partnering with us to make sure every student’s safety is supported.

Are you or someone you know looking for information on preschools in the Jackson Local School District area? Check out our preschool information page for more information.

Don't miss out! Local Jackson area preschool programs are accepting registrations now. Help your child develop socially, emotionally, and academically with an enriching program. When your child enrolls, they aren't just kindergarten ready, they're JACKSON KINDERGARTEN READY! Tuition reduction is available for those who qualify. Visit our preschool webpage to learn more and register today:

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The materials provided herein are solely for informational purposes and do not constitute an endorsement by the Jackson Local School District of any individuals or organizations involved nor of the messages conveyed within these materials. Absent a specific and express statement to the contrary, please be advised that the information promoted by these materials do not have an affiliation with, nor are they sponsored or endorsed by, the Jackson Local School District.

📣 Calling all future lacrosse stars in Polar Bear Country! 🥍✨

The 2025 Jackson Girls Lacrosse season is almost here, and we’re ready to welcome K-8th grade athletes for an unforgettable season of fun, teamwork, and competition! 💜💛

🏆 Kickoff Meetings:
📅 January 14th
📍 Jackson High School, Distance Learning Lab
🧸 Youth (K-6th): 6:30 PM
👩‍🎓 M/S (7th-8th): 7:30 PM

📋 Sign up now at: www.jacksongirlslacrosse.com
📅 Registration runs through February!

Let’s make this season one for the record books! 🌟
#PolarBearPride #JacksonGirlsLacrosse

Our Community Flyer webpage is bustling with enrichment opportunities for students this summer. From youth sports clinics led by our coaches and players, to engaging STEAM and Robotics programs, as well as leadership opportunities, there's something to inspire every child. To explore all these activities, please click the button below and start planning a fun and educational summer for your child.

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The materials provided herein are solely for informational purposes and do not constitute an endorsement by the Jackson Local School District of any individuals or organizations involved nor of the messages conveyed within these materials. Absent a specific and express statement to the contrary, please be advised that the activities promoted by these materials do not have an affiliation with, nor are they sponsored or endorsed by, the Jackson Local School District.

The Jackson High School sports season is upon us with student-athletes participating. If you would like to take in a game, please scan the QR code to see our spring sports schedules or click/touch here.

For the first time all six Jackson Local Schools (Amherst, Lake Cable, Sauder and Strausser Elementary Schools, Jackson Memorial Middle School, and Jackson High School) have been recognized as a best school by U.S. News & World Report. This is a an awesome national recognition by our schools. It is a testament to the collaboration between our schools, teachers, students, parents, and families. Thank you for your partnership in educating your child(ren)!

In order to purchase tickets to Jackson High School sporting events or pay athletic-related fees, you can do by visiting this website. The ticketing link remains the same, however, there has been a slight change to the location of that site on JacksonPolarBears.org. Please see the illustration below on how to navigate to this site from our athletic website.

The Home Access Center portal has been activated for all Jackson students. Parents should create their own accounts to access the portal. Please take a look at the video tutorial below for how to create your account.

Technical issues should be directed to your child's school.

The Jackson Local School District started an initiative this school year to share resources and tips with our parents. We are providing more resources from our district mental health partners. We hope you find value in these resources from our mental health experts.

United Way of Greater Stark County is pleased to join the partnership that supports StarkHelpCentral.com, a searchable community resource website supported by Stark County Mental Health & Addiction Recovery (StarkMHAR), Stark County Job & Family Services, Stark Educational Service Center, Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities and Stark County Family Court, and Stark County Family Council.

With this partnership, Stark County 2-1-1 will close its 2-1-1 information line and online database. This move will establish StarkHelpCentral.com as the primary source of information about community resources in Stark County.

Attached to this email is a brief guide that provides contact information for the most requested programs and services in our community. This resource guide will be direct mailed to residents of ZIP codes where most of 211’s calls originate. This will happen by the end of November.

For more community resources, go to StarkHelpCentral.com.

You can use the link below to our anonymous reporting system through Sandy Hook. Simply type in Jackson High School or Jackson Middle School and select the school for which you a reporting a tip.

Within the intent of the federal statutes (Rehabilitation Act of 1973-section 504 and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act IDEA-public law 105-17), the Jackson Local School District continues its effort to locate and identify children with disabilities from birth through age 21. Children with disabilities have physical, emotional, and or mental impairments that may require special education. Public schools provide free and appropriate education regardless of a child’s disability. However, before these children can be served, they must be found. Many of these children are not visible because they may not function in the community’s mainstream, and many are preschoolers. Parents may not realize that programs and services are available through their school district or from agencies in their community. If you are aware of a child who may need a special education program or services, contact Kathy Brand, Jackson Local School District’s Special Programs Director with any question you may have regarding the above notice at 330-830-8006.

Striving for Excellence

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Superintendent: Christopher DiLoreto

Board of Education:

Tonya M. Wright, president

Lia Jones, Esq., vice president

Scott Gindlesberger

Christopher V. Goff, Esq.,

Thomas W. Winkhart, Esq.

Email: contactus@jackson.sparcc.org
Website: https://www.jackson.stark.k12.oh.us/
Location: 7602 Fulton Drive Northwest, Massillon, OH, USA
Phone: (330) 830-8000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JacksonLocalSchools
Twitter: @JacksonLocal_SD