

Dolphin Update
Jones Dolphins Make a SPLASH!
Week of May 12th...
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*انقر فوق "ترجمة النشرة الإخبارية" وحدد اللغة التي تختارها لترجمة الرسالة. "ARABIC"*
Our Learning Community...
On behalf of our entire staff, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the incredible outpouring of appreciation during Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week. We truly felt loved, spoiled, and deeply valued.
From the thoughtful notes and delicious treats to the beautiful flowers and generous gifts, every gesture lifted our spirits and reminded us of the impact we are making. The time, care, and creativity you poured into making us feel special did not go unnoticed. Each kind word and act of appreciation meant the world to us. It is moments like these that refill our cups and remind us that we are surrounded by an extraordinary community.
Thank you for seeing us, celebrating us, and for always partnering with us in the most meaningful ways. We are truly grateful to be part of such a caring and generous school community.
We also want to take a moment to celebrate our amazing 3rd and 4th graders for completing their state testing! We are so proud of their hard work, focus, and perseverance. This assessment is just one way we see their growth and they truly showed up with determination and heart. Their effort reflects the daily learning and leadership happening in classrooms and we are incredibly proud of them!
This week, our 5th graders will continue with the science portion of the assessment. We know they will bring the same level of commitment and confidence as they finish strong. We believe in their brilliance and are excited for them to shine.
As we reflect and grow together as a school, we ask all families to please take a few moments to complete the Leader in Me Measurable Results Assessment (MRA).
This anonymous survey provides us with valuable feedback on how we are doing in the areas of leadership, culture, and academics. Your input helps us understand what is working and where we can improve as a school community. Together, we build the foundation for every student to lead and learn. Your thoughts and viewpoints are important to us and we thank you in advance for completing the MRA.
Lastly, please complete the Returning Student Survey linked below to let us know your plans for the 2025–26 school year. If your family is planning a move or a change in schools, your early notice helps us plan class sizes, staffing, and grade-level configurations thoughtfully and proactively.
Our schools are staffed based on enrollment numbers so if you have a child entering kindergarten next year or know a family in the neighborhood that is planning on enrolling here at Jones, we can help start the enrollment process now!
2025-2026 Returning Student Survey
As we prepare for the next school year, please complete the below survey as soon as possible (if you have not done so already) to confirm your student will return or depart from Jones Elementary next year. This information helps us as we plan for staffing, classroom locations and student placements. We appreciate your attention on this matter!
Link: Returning Student Survey
Be A Pro And Always Go...
For the final weeks of the Padres Attendance Challenge, any student who is here every day will be entered into a weekly drawing on Monday morning! Selected students will win prizes including Padres tickets, Seaworld tickets, and Manny Machado mini posters. Thank you to the San Diego Padres and San Diego Unified for donating the prizes to our site!
Future Ready Fridays in May...
Highlights from Last Week...
Our first Bike Bus ride to school included a police escort!
What a fun way to start the day!
Thank you to Circulate San Diego and our PTA for organizing this event!
Skate Night
at Skate World!
Thank you to our PTA
for setting up this event!
Looking Ahead...
May
12 - 4th & 5th Grade Instrumental Spring Concert @1:00 pm - Auditorium
13 - 16 - Scholastic Book Fair - Library
15 - Bike to School Day
15 - 3rd Grade Field Trip - Fleet Science Center
15 - 5th Grade Field Trip - USS Midway
16 - Achievement Awards #3
16 - PTA Dine Out: Yogurt Lounge 2 - 7 pm (Association Meeting @5:30 pm)
20 - SSC/SGT
22 - Fire Drill
22 - 5th Grade Field Trip - Miramar College
23 - Jones Jamboree
26 - No School: Memorial Day
27 - UTK Promotion - K1 @ 1:00 pm
27 - Kindergarten Promotion - Auditorium @ 1:00 pm
28 - 5th Grade Promotion - Auditorium @ 8:00 am
29 - Last Day of School - Extra Minimum Day (UTK-5th)
29 - AM Preschool Promotion - K2 @ 9:30 am
29 - PM Preschool Promotion - K2 @ 1:00 pm
Save the Date...
PTA Spotlight...
The PTA plays a crucial role in fostering strong family engagement at Jones Elementary. By organizing activities that bring families, students, and staff together, the PTA helps grow a stronger sense of belonging within our school community. These events not only strengthen relationships but also empower families to be active participants in their children's education, enhancing student success and building a supportive, collaborative school environment. Thank you for the leadership of our PTA Executive Board members, the volunteers that plan and execute PTA events, and all of you who participate! Check out what our PTA is up to...
Additional Resources for Families...
Check Out These Book Collections...
Enrollment...
TK Enrollment...
TK enrollment has already started for the 2025-2026 school year. All TK applicants are guaranteed a placement within San Diego Unified School District. Jones has limited space for TK placements, once our classroom is full students will be offered placement at nearby schools that have space available.
*All neighborhood residents are guaranteed enrollment at Jones for Kindergarten-5th Grade!
Summer School...
Non District Community Organization Summer Camps...
Due to reduced grant funding space is extremely limited and priority has been given to eligible students per the ELOP grant for District Summer Programs. Below please find resources for additional summer programs. These camps are not associated with Level Up Enrichment in partnership with the San Diego Foundation.
*The linked website is provided for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with or endorsed by us. We recommend reviewing the website's content, privacy policy, and terms of service before proceeding.
Help Support Our 5th Graders...
San Diego Unified Food Services
Breakfast & Lunch Menus...
Here is a link to the San Diego Unified Food Services Website where you can find allergy and nutritional information on foods served at schools. Foods not found on our regular school site menu will be listed individually under the "Alternate Menu Items" section.
If you ever have general questions about the food services at school sites you can reach out to foodandnutritionservices@sandi.net. To connect directly with the Jones Cafe Manager you can email Elena Nieto at enieto@sandi.net.
Jones Elementary
Check out our school website for PeachJar Flyers, Counseling Resources, Family Handbook, Staff Contact Lists, After School Programs, Enrollment Information and so much more!
Email: contact@sandi.net
Website: https://jones.sandiegounified.org/
Location: 2751 Greyling Drive, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (619) 605-8800
Facebook: facebook.com/JonesElementary
Instagram: @jonesdolphins
Jones Elementary PTA
Our Parent Teacher Association works with Jones Elementary to provide programs and support to benefit the students, their families, teachers, school administration and the community. Run entirely by volunteers, the PTA raises money to support enrichment programs, program instructors, educational assemblies and field trips, family events, and special classroom supplies.
As always, we need your membership, support and ability to volunteer. You can become a member using Totem, a respected membership management service. Please contact us with other thoughts on how we are doing, and your ideas on how you can become involved. We look forward to hearing from you.
Email: jonesdolphinspta@gmail.com
Website: https://jpjonespta.org/
Location: 2751 Greyling Drive, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (619)605-8800
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JonesPTA/