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It was a wonderful first week back after the Winter Break! Thank you families for all of your support helping students get back into their school routines.

As we start 2025, we want to celebrate Wendy Jensen and Aimee Leal for being the Jones Elementary Certificated and Classified Employees of the year! Their dedication, hard work, and heart make such a difference in our school community. We are so grateful for the many ways they support and inspire us. Each will be recognized by San Diego Unified and the Board of Education at a special ceremony in the spring.

Our hearts are with those affected by the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles. Events like these can feel overwhelming, even from a distance, and can bring up big emotions in children.

Below is list and link to picture books that can help navigate conversations at home. These books can help children process feelings, build resilience, and understand natural disasters in a gentle, age-appropriate way. Reading together can be a comforting way to address questions and emotions your child might have.

• "A Chair for My Mother" by Vera B. Williams -A heartwarming story about rebuilding and resilience after a family loses their home in a fire.
• "When the Wind Blew" by Margaret Wise Brown - A gentle tale about change, weather, and finding safety in family.
• "Fire Truck Dreams" by Sharon Chriscoe -This story provides comfort through a playful yet realistic depiction of fire trucks helping during emergencies.
• "The Rabbit Listened" by Cori Doerrfeld - A beautiful book about supporting others when they feel sad or scared, focusing on empathy and kindness.
• "Wildfire!" by Ashley Wolff - A lyrical picture book that explores the natural cycle of wildfires and their role in nature, offering understanding and perspective.
• "Once I Was Very Very Scared" by Chandra Ghosh Ippen - A story that explores how different animals cope with fear, offering children validation and strategies to feel safe.
• "Courage" by Bernard Waber - A celebration of bravery in all its forms, helping children recognize their own courage during uncertain times.
• "The Day You Begin" by Jacqueline Woodson - A reminder that even in difficult moments, children can find connection and strength through their unique stories.

Parents across all of SDUSD’s Early Learning Programs are invited to our online Parent training on January 15, 2025 from 5:00-6:15PM.

The topic: The Importance of Establishing Routines will be presented by LaShorage Shaffer of the Pyramid Model consortium.

Spanish interpretation will be provided.

Check out the flyers below for all the details!

January

14 - Fire Drill

16 - VAPA: K,1, 4, 5

19 - 43rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade

20 - No School: Martin Luther King Jr. Day

21 - 25 - Kindness Week

23 - VAPA: UTK, 3, 2

28 - Shelter in Place Drill

28 - SSC/SGT

31 - Spotlight Leadership Assembly Habit #4 & #5

February

3 - 7 - Heritage Week

3 - 7 - PTA Friendship Gram Sales

7 - Heritage Family Friday: 7:45 am - Auditorium

7 - PTA Family Sweetheart Dance: 5:00 pm - Auditorium

11 - Fire Drill

11 - 12 - PTA Dine Out: Mr. Moto Pizza (Two Days!)

13 - VAPA: K,1, 4, 5

14 - No School: President’s Day

17 - No School: President’s Day

19 - Volunteer Appreciation

20 - VAPA: UTK, 3, 2

21 - Science Guys Assembly Sponsored by the PTA

21 - End of the Second Trimester

25 - SSC/SGT

28 - Achievement Awards #2

28 - School Picture Day - Spring

March

6 - Extra Minimum Day (Dismissal for UTK-5th - 11:40 am/11:50 am)

7 - No School: Non-Instructional Day

12 - PTA Family Dine Out: Mendocino Farms

13 - VAPA: K, 1, 4, 5

14 - Literacy Family Friday & PTA Association Meeting - 7:45 am - Auditorium

17 - Fire Drill

18 - Cali-Q BBQ (Families can join students for a special Picnic Lunch)

20 - VAPA: UTK, 3, 2

21 - Spotlight Leadership Assembly Habit #6

23 - PTA Family Picnic and Playdate: Snapdragon Thrive Park

24 - 28 - Spring Parent/Guardian & Teacher Conferences (UTK-5th Grade: Minimum Days all week)

26 - Shelter in Place Drill

31 - April 4 - No School: Spring Break

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...

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.

This year you can also personalize two pages of your child's yearbook for free!

Check out the flyer below...

Our mission is to ensure ALL students meet or exceed grade level expectations through rigorous, high-quality, standards based instruction in a safe, nurturing, collaborative learning environment where all students are preparing to be global citizens, college and career ready.

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

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/