Jackson Elementary School is recognized as a school of excellence where students, staff, families and the community are proud and excited to be involved. Jackson School is known for having a caring staff and being a readers, writers, and math workshop school. Jackson Elementary School has a strong and balanced reading and writing program in concert with a fun and engaging environment for students.
Jackson’s staff and students use technology as a tool to learn the core subjects with creativity and innovation. Classrooms are equipped with Smartboards, projectors, flip cameras, laptops, and iPads. All of these devices are used for differentiation and motivation.
Jackson School has a robust Parent Teacher Organization (PTO), which organizes a variety of events including monthly social activities for students and their families. The highlight and kick-off to the school year is the annual Brat Fry in September. This is the school’s major fundraiser and is guaranteed to be a great time for all ages.
Jackson is located on a large campus with an outdoor environmental lab and fitness areas for student and community use. The abundant green space includes a wildflower area, walking trail, disc golf course, and classroom gardens. The school cafeteria is home to a very special Magic Tree House reading center. Volunteers built the Magic Tree House from donations to encourage students to take time to enjoy books. The Magic Tree house is used by families and groups to inspire a love of reading.
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