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Jackie Robinson Academy Weekly Newsletter 1/20/24

Dolphin SplashJackie Robinson Academy Weekly Newsletter 1/20/24

Dear JROB Families!

One of the goals I have for JROB is to continue to build on the college bound culture of our school community! This Friday with so many staff and students wearing their high school and college spirit wear, it was a reminder of how something as simple as a spirit day can bring about conversation and curiosity about future possibilities! The path to college begins with a solid foundation at JROB and thoughtful purpose and planning for our high school pathways! Whether are an 8th grade family or simply getting a head start on where you'd like your child to attend, make sure to explore our high school of choice options and attend one of the site nights! It can help spark the path to one of our exceptional high school pathways and beyond! Scroll through this newsletter for more information!


Have a wonderful weekend!

Principal Ngo


P.S. - Make sure to check out the fliers below for upcoming special events!

- Come out and ice skate with JROB Dolphins next Friday!

- Register for LBUSD's annual Black Student Achievement Symposium! It will be an awesome day of learning and community! All are welcome!

- Check out Sankofa Parent Village at Houghton Park Community Room.

What's Happening this week at JROB:

Saturday, January 20th


  • Early Learning & Kindergarten Festival at Burcham Elementary School, 5610 Monlaco Road, Long Beach



Monday, January 22nd

  • Gently Used Uniform Drive Continues through Friday (5 items to Dr. Richards earns a free dress band for the following day)


Tuesday, January 23rd

  • 2:30-4:30 Girls' Basketball and Boys' Track Practice


Wednesday, January 24th


Thursday, January 25th

  • 1:30 Early Dismissal TK-5th
  • 2:30-4:30 Girls' Basketball and Boys' Track Practice
  • 5:00-6:30 DCAC Meeting at Bixby Elementary School, 5251 E. Stearns St.


Friday, January 26th

  • End of Semester 1
  • Spirit Day: Disney/Character Day: "Let's Show Our Best Character"
  • Caught Being Good Raffle
  • 5:30-7:00pm - JROB Ice Skating Night @ Lakewood Rinks


Upcoming Dates

  • Monday, January 29th - ELAC Meeting, 8:00am
  • Tuesday, January 30th - School Site Council Meeting, 2:30-3:30pm
  • Wednesday, January 31st - 5th Grade Camp Oakes Parent Meeting, 5:30-6:30pm
  • Friday, February 2nd - Spirit Day: Sports Jersey Day: "Teaming up for Excellence"
  • Saturday, February 3rd - Black Student Achievement Symposium @ Jordan High School (see flier above for info & registration)
  • Friday, February 9th - Achievement reports posted in ParentVue
  • Friday, February 9th - High School Choice Application Deadline
  • February 26-March 1 - 5th Grade students to Camp Oakes
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Attention 5th Grade Families: Camp Oakes Info Night 1/31, 5:30pm (SEE UPDATED LINKS)

Please join us in the cafeteria for our Camp Oakes Parent Info Night on Wednesday, January 31st at 5:30pm. Learn about the enrollment process, what to pack, and what is in store for your child during their week at Camp Oakes, February 26th-March 1st


Please see links to important info here to get prepared for our exciting week at camp!

Student Packing List

Family Handbook in English

Family Handbook in Spanish

Outdoor Education District Website

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Gently Used Uniform Drive WEEK 2!

Thank you for all of those who have brought in gently used uniforms to help us stock our nurse's office with uniforms for students! Bring 5 gently used uniform pieces that your child has outgrown to Dr. Richards and receive a free dress band to use the next day!


If you are in need of new uniforms for your child, please come in and fill out an Assistance League form and your child will receive new uniforms in a few weeks!

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Friday Spirit Days

To celebrate our students efforts in being on time, in uniform, and at school each day (Monday-Thursday), we are having Friday Spirit Days! Below are theme dates to put into your calendar:


Friday, January 19th - High School & College Spirit Day: "Looking Forward to the Future"

Friday, January 26th - Disney/Character T-shirt Day: "Let's Show our Best Character"

Friday, February 2nd - Sports Jersey Day: "Teaming up for an Awesome 2024!"

Friday, February 9th - High School & College Spirit Day: "Looking Forward to the Future"

Friday, February 16th - Disney/Character T-shirt Day: "Let's Show our Best Character"

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High School Choice Begins January 8th!

LBUSD pleased to offer over 30 pathways and programs at all 11 LBUSD High Schools for matriculating 8th grade students. Check out the High School Choice Website for a list of resources, information and a complete timeline of events.


Important Deadline: February 9th


  • Last day to submit online enrollment documents for New / Returning to LBUSD Resident Students (11:59pm)
  • Last day for current LBUSD students to make address changes for HS Choice (11:59pm)


High School Visits

2023 High School Choice Fair

Early Learning & Kindergarten Festivals

The Long Beach Unified School District's series of Early Learning and Kindergarten Festivals, held for families of incoming 2024-25 transitional kindergarten (TK) and kindergarten students, are set to begin Saturday, Jan. 20.


The popular, free event will provide families with information on LBUSD early learning programs and registration procedures, as well as free parent workshops, dental screenings and many more fun activities. Families who attend at least two workshops will also receive a free backpack while supplies last.


Following is the schedule of festivals, which are planned for 9 a.m. to noon (registration begins at 8:45 a.m.):

· Saturday, Jan. 20 at Burcham Elementary School, 5610 Monlaco Road, Long Beach

· (Virtual) Wednesday, Jan. 31 from 6 to 7 p.m. at lbschools.net/youtube

· Saturday, Feb. 3 at Dooley Elementary School, 5075 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach

· Saturday, March 2 at Roosevelt Elementary, 1574 Linden Ave., Long Beach


View Flyer: English, Spanish

Parent Resources

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