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.

They've done it again!

Our Treasurer's Office earned the Auditor of State Award for the FOURTH consecutive year. This recognition highlights our district's commitment to financial responsibility and transparency, ensuring every dollar supports quality education and meaningful student experiences. Jackson Local's Treasurer's Office has routinely earned this award in the last two decades.

Why is this important? Strong financial management means more resources for classrooms, innovative programs, and valuable learning opportunities for our Polar Bears.

Thank you to our dedicated community for your continued support and trust. Together, we're building a district we can all be proud of!

Members of the Jackson Local Treasurer's Office are (front row, from left): Monica Montgomery, Bryan Haas, Carla Scali, (second row) Sara Cain, Karen Floyd, and Brenda DiRuzza.

Mark your calendars! Ohio's Primary Election is set for May 6. Important deadlines and voting options are outlined below:

• Absentee Ballot Application Deadline: April 29

• 
  

Early in-person voting is available at the Stark County Board of Elections (3525 Regent Ave. NE, Canton, OH 44705). Here is the schedule for early voting:

• April 21 - April 25 (Monday - Friday): 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

• April 28 (Monday): 7:30 am - 7:30 pm

• April 29 (Tuesday): 7:30 am - 8:30 pm

• April 30 - May 2 (Wednesday - Friday): 7:30 am - 7:30 pm

• May 3 (Saturday): 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

• May 4 (Sunday): 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Make your voting plan today and ensure your voice is heard!

RiverTree Church in Jackson Township organizes the Backpack Food Program and coordinates the distribution with Jackson Local Schools. The program helps more than 200 Jackson Local students. The program aims to send home a variety of easy-to-prepare meals and snacks for students over the weekend. There is no income requirement to participate in the program. The bags are delivered to the schools.

Material and financial donations can be made to RiverTree to support this initiative. The program has immediate needs for:

The Jackson High School Class of 2025 invites our community to a free outdoor showing of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off as we celebrate the journey of our seniors.

📍 Nash Family Jackson Amphitheater
📅 Saturday, May 10 | ⏰ 7:00 PM
🌧️ Rain Date: Saturday, May 17

This night isn’t just about a movie —i t’s about honoring the hard work and achievements of our students. Donations collected will support a scholarship for a graduating senior, chosen by the Class of 2025.

🎟️ Raffle baskets available — bring cash!
🪑 Bring a chair or blanket
❌ No pets or alcohol

A great way to connect, celebrate, and support future success—right here in Jackson.

🔗 jacksonamphitheater.com for updates

As we move into the final stretch of the school year, here are some important upcoming dates and reminders for our families:

📌 Senior Service Day: May 15
📌 Commencement for the Class of 2025: May 24 at 5 PM
📌 End of Fourth Grading Period & Last Day of School: May 30

Thank you for your continued partnership as we work toward a strong finish to the school year!

Families with children who will be 5 years old on or before August 1, 2025, can now begin the online registration process for kindergarten in Jackson Local Schools.

To create an account and start registration, please click the link button below. This same link can also be used to register new students in grades 1-12.

If you already have a student enrolled in Jackson Local, you may use your existing username and password from First Day Forms to log in and complete registration.

For additional details, please visit our registration website or contact your the main office of your child's school.If you do not know what elementary building your child should attend, please click here to find your school by street address.

🏀 Lady Bears Youth Basketball Summer Camp 2025 🏀

Join us for the Lady Bears Youth Basketball Summer Camp! Girls entering grades K-8 will learn new skills, make friends, and have fun alongside our talented Jackson Girls Basketball players and coaches.

📅 June 9-12 (Monday-Thursday)

⏰ Grades K-4: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ($80)
⏰ Grades 5-8: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM ($100)

Campers will receive a basketball, camp T-shirt, and a snack each day (nut-free).

👟 Please remember to bring gym shoes, athletic clothing, and a water bottle.

Spots fill up fast—register now and become part of a great summer tradition!

👉 jacksongirlsbasketball.org/registration

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.

———

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 2025-2026 school year calendar has been approved by the Jackson Local Board of Education. The calendar can be downloaded below, or you can find it online by clicking the button below. The school year begins on August 19 with the first day of school. Other dates of note:

First Day of School: August 19

Thanksgiving Break: November 26-December 1

Winter Break: December 22-January 2

Spring Break: March 30-April 6

Last Day of School: May 29

• Learn How Gaming Apps Are Misleading Kids – Apps like Bubble Cash and Solitaire Clash promise quick cash—but hide addictive, gambling-like risks.

• Risks of “Senior Assassin,” A Popular Game For High School Seniors: This viral game may seem harmless, but it’s led to 911 calls, injuries, and police encounters

• Video Game Struggles? Join 8+ experts on Tuesday, April 22 to explore the benefits and hidden risks of video games—and how to help your child play safely and responsibly

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

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:

———

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.

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

———

Superintendent: Christopher DiLoreto

Board of Education:

Lia Jones, Esq., president

Scott Gindlesberger, vice president

Christopher V. Goff, Esq.,

Thomas W. Winkhart, Esq.

Tonya M. Wright

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