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.

The Ohio Department of Education & Workforce released its most recent state report card information and the Jackson Local School District is one of only 68 districts in Ohio to earn five stars, the most possible under the current format. This is a testament to the partnership between our parents, students, teachers, staff, administrators, board of education, and community.

THANK YOU!

This week, all six Jackson Local School District buildings are participating in "Start with Hello" week, a series of themed activities designed to promote kindness and inclusivity among our students. Each day’s theme is the same across all buildings:

• Tuesday: Recognize upstanders who are thoughtful and take action to build a safer, more inclusive community.
• Wednesday: Wear green to symbolize unity.
• Thursday: Give a shout-out to someone you are thankful for.
• Friday: Celebrate our week and each other with something sweet.

See the flyers below for specific details on what to wear at each building.

As we reach the halfway point of the first grading period, it's important to help your child stay on track academically. Here are a few tips: Set aside time each day for homework and review, check Home Access Center regularly to monitor grades, encourage your child to ask questions or seek help if they are struggling in any subject, and maintain a consistent routine that includes plenty of rest. Staying organized and communicating with teachers can make a big difference as we work toward a successful end to the grading period on October 25.

SmartSocial.com, our partner to help keep our students safe and shining online, hosted a session on "Sneaky Ways Video Apps Keep Teens Watching." You can access this video resource here to learn how some apps try to keep children on their phones.

Event Highlights:

• Insight into ways video apps manipulate students into watching longer than they should

• Strategies for helping kids take control over what and how much content they consume

• Apps and common-sense tips that interrupt screen time so students can focus on other priorities

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

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.

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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 Jackson Local School District is working collaboratively in the community to provide our parents and stakeholders with information on preschools located within the district. These entities are not a part of the Jackson Local School District and are not endorsed by the district. This is for information only.

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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 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.

The Jackson Local School District has partnered with Social Media and app experts from SmartSocial.com to provide our parents with free access to the platform. Additionally, SmartSocial has added the availability of a free consultation with a life coach. This 30-minute virtual session normally would cost $100, but it is available for $10 to our parents who are signed up through the partnership link. As long as the appointment is kept, the $10 fee is refunded.

If you have not yet signed up for this free resource, you can do so here.

If you already have a SmartSocial account, you can look into the life coaching 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

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Superintendent: Christopher DiLoreto

Board of Education:

Tonya M. Wright, president

Lia Jones, Esq., vice president

Scott Gindlesberger

Christopher V. Goff, Esq.,

Thomas W. Winkhart, Esq.

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