Jordan/Jackson News You Can Use
May 30, 2024
FIFTH GRADE PARADE/CELEBRATION
June 14, 2024 (Rain Date: June 18, 2024)
1:00 p.m. Parade Begins
Dear 5th Grade Families,
Please join us in celebrating and recognizing your child's achievements at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School. The celebration will take place outdoors at the school. Below, you will find the schedule of events, detailed maps, and parking information.
Parking Information: Parking for the event is at Mansfield High School in the student parking lot, located next to the high school gym and across from the baseball field on East Street. Accessible parking spots are available, as well as designated drop-off and pick-up areas.
Parade and Celebration Schedule:
The parade will begin at 1:00 p.m. Please ensure you are at your viewing spot by this time.
Location:
The parade will take place at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School. Please review the map below for the parade route and designated family viewing areas.
Show Your Support:
Feel free to make signs to support your JJ student and their classroom. Don't forget to bring water to stay hydrated!!
Following the parade:
After the parade, students and families will gather under the tent on the field for the following presentation:
Farewell Address by Principal Nieratko
Presentation of Class Certificates
Rain Date Information:
We will monitor the weather closely and inform families of any cancellation the day prior via email and by posting an announcement on the website.
Important Information for Dismissing Your Student After the Presentation:
You may have your fifth grader dismissed after the presentation of certificates. To expedite the dismissal process, please complete the ‘dismissal form’ and return it to your child's teacher no later than June 11th. You will be receiving the form in the next few days; you may also click on the following link: Dismissal Form for 5th Grade Celebration
A table will be set up for check-out with school staff; please have your identification ready to ensure a quick process. If you have a student in another grade whom you would like to attend the parade with you, please arrive early to sign them out at the welcome window and inform your student's teacher of your intent as a courtesy.
We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you! If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to Assistant Principal, Katie Perreault @ katherine.perreault@mansfieldschools.com
If you are interested in volunteering for J/J's morning session, please click the following link:
If you are interested in volunteering for J/J's afternoon session, please click the following link:
MASS HEALTHY SMILES - Friday May 31, 2024
MASS Healthy Smiles are dental professionals that provide important preventive services to children and families that may not regularly see a dentist. Their services include screenings, cleanings, fluoride, sealants against cavities and referral to a local dentist if needed.
Mass Healthy Smiles will be returning to Jordan/Jackson on Friday May 31. If your student participated in the program back in December, they will receive another screening at that time. No additional information is required from your end. Please reach out to the nurses if you have any questions in relation to the program.
Courtney Cogliano - courtney.cogliano@mansfieldschools.com
Aimee Reber - aimee.reber@mansfieldschools.com
Jordan/Jackson's Spring Chorus Concert
It has been a pleasure working with your children this spring in preparation for our upcoming concert. The students have been working very hard and are excited to share the joy of music-making with you. Below you will find information regarding the upcoming concert.
This year's concert will be held on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 in the Jordan/Jackson Multi-Purpose Room. The concert will begin at 6:30pm. Chorus students should arrive at 6:00 so we can arrange them on the risers and run through our songs. Doors will open at approximately 6:15 for seating.
Concert Attire:
Children will be wearing their chorus t-shirts which they received earlier this year. They may wear shorts, pants, jeans or skirts. They should also wear comfortable shoes.
We look forward to sharing a wonderful evening of music with you!
Miss Steinbach and Mrs. Holster
Policy Change Regarding Student Passwords
As part of our ongoing cybersecurity efforts, our Technology Department is implementing a new policy to change student passwords annually. This change of password will apply to chromebook, network and google logins, all of which share the same password.
May 28, 2024: Grade 3 - Effective at 11pm
May 29, 2024: Grade 4 - Effective at 11pm
May 30, 2024: Grade 5 - Effective at 11pm
The email will look similar to the image below. Teachers will be able to assist students during the day if they have trouble logging onto their chromebooks. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to your child's teacher or me.
A Note from our Librarian, Miss Corie Siena
Oops, Ice Cream Sculptures from Clay
Students in Mrs. Kanevski's grade 3 and 4 classes designed “Oops, Ice cream sculptures from clay. Artists could all relate to the unfortunate dropping of a delicious cone, however there were no tears shed while creating these fun pieces! Click on the pictures below.
Bus Registration is Open for the
2024-2025 School Year
Jordan/Jackson Dates to Remember
June 3: Champs Band/Orchestra Concert
June 5: J/J Chorus Concert
June 6: 3rd Grade Field Trip, Plimoth Patuxet
June 7: Spirit Day - Beach Day
June 11: Field Day
June 12: Field Day Rain Date
June 13: 5th Grade Move Up Day/Visit to QMS
June 14: 5th Grade Celebration
June 18: 5th Grade Celebration Rain Date
June 20: EARLY RELEASE @ 11:40am, Last Day of School
Hawaii Day in Miss Parker's 4th Grade Class!
Orientation for Parents/Guardians of 5th Grade Students
In case you missed the orientation for fifth grade students, please click on the link below for the slide presentation:
MANSFIELD SUMMER INSTITUTE
Registration for the Summer Institute is underway! Our five week summer enrichment program will begin on June 24th. The Summer Institute is full of exciting athletic and enrichment courses for children going into grades K-8. Before and aftercare options are offered as well. Please click HERE for registration details!
MESA's CORNER
Mansfield Elementary School Association (MESA) is the non-profit parent organization of the Robinson and Jordan/Jackson elementary schools. We facilitate fundraising, enrichment, and community building fun for our schools and students. We are always looking for help, new ideas and involvement! Click on the links below to learn more about MESA.
Check out the events MESA is currently working on in their latest newsletter:
Upcoming MESA Events
June 11: Field Day (June 12 Rain Date)
HORNET ELECTRONIC BACKPACK - Check Out New Events That Have Been Added to the E-Backpack!
CAMP INVENTION REGISTRATION
This year’s all-new program is designed to ignite wonder, encourage confidence and build essential STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) skills through collaborative, creative problem solving. As campers join their friends in so much hands-on fun and excitement, they will be blown away by their discoveries and STEM successes!
SECURE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
For more info: INVENT.ORG/CAMP or 800-968-4332
Grades: 1st - 6th (School Year 24-25)
Location: Jordan/Jackson Elementary School
255 East St., Mansfield, MA 02048
Date: July 29 - August 2, 2024
Time & Cost: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM | $370 (before discount)
Click the link below for the discount code flyer and for early registration!