The Cardinal Connection

At J.O. Wilson Elementary School, we are SOARing to success every day in every way by creating an environment in which joy, pride, positive interactions, and growth mindsets lead students to comfort in taking risks, self-advocating, and facing adversity.

March 27th: Last Day to Enroll Priority Students for Summer Acceleration

March 27th: Last day to donate toiletries for our DRP toiletries challenge

March 29th: DCPS Launches on Enrollment (see below for more details)

April 1st: Summer Acceleration Enrollment Opens for All Students

April 3rd: Family Game Night and Art Show

April 5th: PD/Records Day...No School for Students

April 6th: J.O. Wilson Cherry Blossom Market and Yard Sale 11AM-2PM

April 6th: DCPS Family Math Expo

April 15th-April 19th: Spring Break...No School for Teachers and Students

April 16th: DC Day of Play @RFK 12PM-4PM

May 3rd: Cardinal Auction Night 6PM-10PM

May 31st: Career Day at JOW

Exciting News, Cardinal Families! 🎉

Get ready for online enrollment at J.O. Wilson! Check your email for "Welcome to the ASPEN Parent Portal" sent on March 25 for vital login details. Secure your child's seat by enrolling early, starting March 29. Enroll right away this Friday, March 29th, for a shot at BIG PRIZES in our raffle and more fabulous incentives for fully enrolled families. 🏆

Need help? Extended enrollment hours are available Monday-Thursday until 6:30PM. Questions? Contact Ms. Stephenson at (202) 698-4733 or jowilsonesenroll@k12.dc.gov Let’s make it another great enrollment season together! 🌟

We're thrilled to celebrate National Social Worker Appreciation Month by highlighting the exceptional work of our very own Ms. Kristina Johnson here at J.O. Wilson Elementary. Ms. Johnson plays a pivotal role in our community, tirelessly supporting students, families, and staff with her expertise, empathy, and dedication.

Her contributions range from providing one-on-one support to students in need, facilitating workshops for families, to offering invaluable resources and guidance to our staff. Ms. Johnson's unwavering commitment to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment truly makes a difference in our school. Let's take this moment to appreciate and thank Ms. Johnson for her outstanding dedication and for going above and beyond in everything she does. Thank you, Ms. Johnson, for being an indispensable part of our school's heart and soul!

Just a friendly reminder to our students' families: The priority list registration deadline is approaching fast, set for Wednesday, March 27, at 5:00 p.m. All priority families have already been notified. Please note that we cannot students to the priority.

Missed the priority window? No worries! Open enrollment kicks off for all students on April 1, at 9:00 a.m., welcoming families or siblings who didn't get a chance to register earlier. Secure your spot by using the registration link: https://summer-program-portal.powerappsportals.com. Don’t miss out!

Cardinal Families. This April, J.O. Wilson Elementary is launching an exciting campaign to celebrate and encourage school attendance like never before - welcome to the April Attendance Adventure! We've packed this month with thrilling events and activities designed to make every school day an adventure you won't want to miss. See below for just a "few" of the items on our agenda!

🕺 Attend"DANCE" Party: Get ready to show off your best moves and groove your way into fun, as attendance brings us together for a dance party like no other!

🎁 Attendance Pop-Up Surprise Days: Surprise! Just by being present, you could be the lucky recipient of mystery gifts that pop up when least expected. Every student present is a potential winner, making every day a surprise adventure!

🎟 Gift Card Giveaways & Exciting Raffles: Keep your attendance streak, and you might just find yourself holding a winning ticket! We're giving away gift cards and hosting raffles for bigger, more exciting prizes for students who show remarkable attendance improvements and for those who consistently shine with great attendance.

🍕 Pizza Party Prizes for Classes: The adventure includes a tasty challenge for classes too! Show the best attendance, and your class will celebrate with a delicious pizza party. It's a tasty incentive to be present and participate fully in our school community.

This April, make sure to "pop-in" and join the adventure. Your journey to winning with attendance starts now. Let's make every day count!

Join us in spreading kindness far and wide during March on with Kindness month at JO! The Cardinals are embarking on a mission to support our community with a toiletry drive for the homeless. We're collecting essential items up until March 27th, aiming to make a significant impact. Your donations will bring comfort and aid to those in need, with distribution set for March 31st. Let's come together to make a difference in the lives of others. Your contribution matters! Donations can be left at the front office with Ms. Bishop or Ms. Stephenson.

The Events and Fundraising Committee will be meeting regularly over the next month to plan two big events on the spring calendar. All are welcome to join us and learn how you can help with the Cherry Blossom Market and Yard Sale (April 6) and the Cardinal Auction Night on Friday, May 3.

The Virtual meetings are scheduled for Tuesdays at 8 p.m. on April 2, 9, 23, and 30.

Here is the link to join the Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81200250095?pwd=Rmx5aERKNmRpRmNhSjVuVzVucHgvdz09

Meeting ID: 812 0025 0095
Passcode: 458803

Mark your calendars for an evening of fun and creativity with the Cardinal community on April 3rd, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Join us for a fantastic Family Game Night, brought to you in partnership with Labyrinth, where laughter and friendly competition await in the cafeteria. Then, immerse yourself in the beauty and talent of our students at the Annual Fine Art Show in the commons. It's a perfect blend of interactive fun and artistic discovery for families and staff alike. Don't miss out on this double feature of enjoyment and inspiration!

J.O. Wilson families, staff, and creatives are invited to sell their second-hand treasures and original creative works at the first annual J.O. Wilson Market and Yard Sale. If you want to sell items at the sale, please register here.

This FREE event will feature games, music, a bounce house, food trucks, cotton candy and more fun for the whole family, so mark your calendars and get ready to clean out your closets.

Mark your calendars for Career Day at J.O. Wilson ES on May 31st! We're on the lookout for inspiring presenters. Interested or know someone who'd be a great fit? Get in touch with massiell.guzmanfrias@k12.dc.gov or victoria.winter@k12.dc.gov. Join us in shaping futures!

The District E-Bike Incentive Program within the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) helps residents buy electric bicycles (e-bikes) and supports bicycle businesses in the District.

The application window will be open from April 1 – April 15, 2024. Applications may be submitted at any time during this window. DDOT will select voucher recipients from the entire pool of applicants, regardless of when, between April 1-15, the application was submitted.

Apply Here

Join Events DC at Day of Play at RFK for a free, community-oriented afternoon of games, food and music for families and guests of all ages at The Fields at RFK Campus.. The event coincides with DCPS spring break and offers children and adults the opportunity to participate in organized activities and sports and enjoy complimentary food, beverages and live entertainment! While the event is free, registration is required. All youth must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18.

Registration and items are first come, first served. For more information, go to https://playrfk.splashthat.com/.

Join Events DC at Day of Play at RFK for a free, community-oriented afternoon of games, food and music for families and guests of all ages at The Fields at RFK Campus.. The event coincides with DCPS spring break and offers children and adults the opportunity to participate in organized activities and sports and enjoy complimentary food, beverages and live entertainment! While the event is free, registration is required. All youth must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18.

Registration and items are first come, first served. For more information, go to https://playrfk.splashthat.com/.