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The Cardinal Connection
September 12th, 2023
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.
Important Dates:
September 11th: Girls On The Run begins
September 12th: In-Person PTA General Body Meeting @6PM (Dinner and child care will be provided)
September 15th: Friday, Sept. 15th during morning arrival from 8:15am-8:45am.
September 21st: Back to School Night 6:15PM-8PM
September 23rd: DCPS Back to School Block Party 11AM-2PM at McKinley Tech High School
September 26th: Deputy Mayor for Education virtual town hall meeting to provide feedback on boundary and student assignments. at 12:00 p.m.– Register here
September 27th: Deputy Mayor for Education virtual town hall meeting to provide feedback on boundary and student assignments at 6:00 p.m. – Register here
Important Reminders
- Please be mindful that our PK3/PK4 arrival gates are locked at 8:45AM. Anyone arriving after 8:45 should report to the main entrance.
- Parents, we are kindly asking that you remind your student(s) that cell phones are not permitted at school. If a student has a phone it is to be off and placed away at all times.
- Cardinal Families, please refrain from double parking during arrival and dismissal. We we double park it creates a safety hazard for our students, families, and neighbors.
In-Person Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Meeting - TONIGHT
Please join us for the first PTA meeting of the year. Meet the Board members, get updates on some of the work we’re doing, and most importantly, let us know your questions, concerns, and hopes for the year ahead. We are excited to meet you!
Dinner will be provided (starting at 5:30). Childcare will also be provided for current J.O. students only. Please RSVP here if you plan to attend. (An RSVP is not required, but will help us plan for childcare and dinner.)
Membership in the PTA is free and open to all parents, guardians, and staff. Please fill out our membership form to let us know if you're interested in roles like volunteering during events or serving on a committee. To stay up-to-date, visit the school website jowilsondcps.org, follow us on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) @jowpta and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/JOWPTA.
Immediate PTA Leadership Positions Available:
Fundraising Director
Identify and manage fundraising opportunities for J.O. Wilson Elementary School
Build and maintain partnerships with local businesses and residents in the community
Serve as Chair of the Fundraising and Events Committee
Parliamentarian
Have a knowledge of parliamentary procedure
Maintain a copy of the J.O. Wilson ES PTA bylaws
Advise the presiding officer on parliamentary law and matters of procedure, when requested
Assist in the administration of officer elections
The minutes from our last general-body meeting in June are available for review here. Please email info@jowilsonpta.org for additional information.
Help Care for the J.O. Teachers' Lounge!
The PTA is looking for families who would like to adopt the teachers' lounge for month-long periods throughout the school year to help us maintain it in great condition. This would involve stopping by once or twice during the month, restocking the coffee pods and tea, and anything else you'd like to contribute to show our teachers love (leave them a card? bake some cookies? deliver some flowers?). If you're interested, please reach out to parent Emily Badger at emilybadger@jowilsonpta.org.
J.O. Swag Update
Thanks to everyone who continues to show school pride by purchasing J.O. Wilson apparel. We have been made aware that the most recent shipment of kids’ short-sleeved shirts included production errors in the printed design. This issue affected the kids’ short-sleeved gray shirts purchased on or after the Sept. 1 uniform sale. We regret the error, and in most cases, can offer an immediate replacement (in a different color). Please reach out to info@jowilsonpta.org to coordinate. Thanks for your patience while we work to rectify this issue.
Share your experience with DC Public Schools & DC Public Charter Schools!
The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education is conducting a 2023 School Funding Study to understand how we can make sure we are directing dollars to schools serving students with the greatest needs. Register here for a virtual focus group where we want to hear about your DC school experience – why did you pick your school for your student, what is going well, what would help your learner grow best. Your voice matters!
The Deputy Mayor for Education Boundary Study Town Halls...
Join the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education for virtual town hall meetings to provide feedback on the Boundary and Student Assignment Study. The Boundary Study will provide strategic, data-informed recommendations to ensure students have equitable access to great boundary and citywide schools and modern, well-maintained facilities that meet their needs.
- Tuesday, September 26 at 12:00 p.m.– Register here
- Wednesday, September 27 at 6:00 p.m. – Register here
To discuss how the study could impact your school, sign up for office hours here.