Jefferson Jewels

Week of November 18, 2024

Hello Jefferson Leadership Academy (JLA) families and caregivers,

We are one week from Thanksgiving break and are looking forward to a fun-filled week. Student Council will run elections for this year's officers. We will also host Scholar of the Month on Monday after school, two boys' basketball games, a PE Turkey Trot, and a Free Dress Day on Friday. See below for all the details.

On Thursday, 11/14, students and staff participated in a Fire Drill led by the LBFD. The students and staff were focused as we exited the buildings quickly and completed the drill. The LB Fire Department complements JLA in our organization and has transparent practices for safety drills. Thank you to Ms. T. Martin for ensuring all students and staff understand and implement our Safe Schools plan daily.

Parents, as we prepare for Thanksgiving Break next week, please review your child's grades on Canvas to ensure they are working towards being on track for high school, passing their classes with a C or better, completing assignments, and attending school each day. If your child needs additional support with their classes, teachers are available before or after school for further help. Please see the teacher office hours on our webpage, which is linked here.

Finally, mark your calendars for Thanksgiving Break, November 25-29. We will return to school on Monday, December 2, 2024.

Here are a few details as you prepare for this week at JLA:

Regular Day Schedule: Monday- Thursday 8:00-2:40
Minimum Day Dismissal: Friday 8:00-1:10

Scholar of the Month: Monday 3:00-3:45
Boys Basketball game: Monday JLA vs. Tincher @ Jefferson 4:30
CSULB Basketball Clinic: Tuesday @ 4:00
Boys Basketball game: Wednesday- JLA vs. Muir @ Jefferson 4:30
PE Turkey Trot: Thursday in PE
College Shirt Friday: Every Friday
Thanksgiving Break: November 25-29- No School

We will send out the next Jefferson Jewels on Sunday, December 1. Enjoy the Thanksgiving Break, and have a joyful week.

In partnership,

Dr. Renée Shipman

Principal,

Jefferson Leadership Academy

Week At-Glance

JLA Gratitude Student Challenge

PE Turkey Trot- November 21

JLA Student Clubs

Picking Up Students Early

When picking up your student before school dismissal, please plan to pick up your student before or after the lunch period. To support lunch supervision, all support staff are unavailable, and we will not be able to release students who are at lunch. Please plan ahead and pick up your student before or after lunch.

JLA Bell Schedule

Does your student need a TAP card?

Currently all JLA TAP Cards have been issued and we are waiting for our next delivery for LB Transit.

PE Students Dressing Out

Starting January 27, 2025, students will have the option to dress out in PE clothes! You can purchase official PE uniforms from our banker, Mr. Ryono, who is available on Monday afternoons, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Students will also have the opportunity to purchase their clothes during PE classes:

November 14th and December 10- Young/U classes
November 19th and December 12- Davi/Silva classes

Students may wear the official Jefferson PE uniform or a white t-shirt paired with navy blue athletic shorts. If you would like your child to dress out, please start purchasing uniforms now.

As well, to ensure everyone's safety, any phone that gets confiscated during Physical Education will be taken to the office for parent or guardian to pick up. Parent or guardians will be notified by your student’s teacher via phone call or email.

After School Student Support

Are You Ready For High School?

8th grade Parents- It's time to start thinking about the process of selecting a high school for your student. This is a very important and exciting time. Here is the schedule for the high school choice site nights where you will be able to visit and learn about our LBUSD high schools!

Visit the School Of Choice website for more information.