Jackson Jaguar News
Volume 13, Issue 5
May 2016
Every student prepared
for a world yet to be imagined.
Principally Speaking
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Wow! This year sure has flown by! Students have really learned a lot this year. Thank you for your
constant support of their education.
Parent Teacher Organization “Boosters”
Thank you to our PTO “Booster” members. These wonderful parents/guardians and staff
members have been instrumental in planning for our Community Carnival, all of our fundraisers
that pay for field trips, t-shirts, technology in the classroom, etc. They have urged you to collect
Box Tops for our school and have run Health Screening.
If you are interested in assisting in some capacity, please call the front office. We would
love to have more parent voices and helping hands!
Thank you to our truly amazing Booster parents/guardians and staff members for all of
your hard work and dedication to Jackson Elementary. I would personally like to thank: David
Blanco, Corey & Katie Rivera, Brian & Cassandra Guimond, Chris & Heather Haynes, Mychael
Smith & Rhonda Wolf, Alesha Morris, Joe & Kathy Peot, Angela Barkalow, Mindy Lunday, David
& Mykia Smith, Desiree Leonard, Alisha Parra-Munoz, Alex & Victoria Lovato, Amanda
Martinez, Kate Essick, Janine Herbertson, Linda Wilson, Jenny Hodur for their continued effort at
our monthly PTO meetings. This school is a much better place having you be a part of it!
Summer Breakfast and Lunch
Every summer Jackson hosts “District 11 Summer Feed” program where anyone ages 118 can come eat a free breakfast and lunch every day from May 26-July 29. This year breakfast is
served 7:30-8:00am and lunch 11:00-11:30. There will be a book cart available for students to get a
free book every time they come to lunch.
Starting May 31st, on every other Tuesday, from 11:30-12:00 the Pikes Peak Library
Association will be bringing story time to Jackson Elementary’s summer lunch. So come for lunch
and stay for storytime!
2016-2017 School Year Dates to Remember:
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Class Lists will be posted‐August 15, 2016 by 3:00pm 
Ice Cream Social & Open House‐August 17, 2016 3:00pm‐4:00pm 
First day of school‐August 18, 2016 I can’t believe this year is already coming to a close. This year has
flown by and I have really enjoyed watching our students grow. We have
had so many exciting things happen this year, including performances,
field trips, fundraisers, guest speakers, just to name a few. Next school
year promises to be even more eventful! Thank you for all you do to
support Jackson Elementary on a daily basis. This school is a truly
amazing place because of this community!
Thank you,
Sara G. Miller
Jackson Elementary
4340 Edwinstowe Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
719-328-5800
Jackson Staff Commit to the ABC’s of Jackson: A – Actively Involved B – Balanced Lifestyle C – Compassion and Collaborative within our community INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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Counselor’s Corner
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Media Center Moments
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Booster Box, Calander
Page 2 Counselor’s Corner
With the school year winding down, parents are usually busy planning vacations, signing kids up for summer sports and
activities, and figuring out how to keep their children busy and safe for the summer. While it is not a good idea to over-schedule
your children, it is very important to make sure you have some ideas planned that will keep their minds thinking and learning –
using that fabulous brain! Children’s minds are like sponges—there are opportunities everywhere for them to learn something
new. Here are a few ideas:

Join the summer reading program at the public library! They plan lots of fun activities and reward kids for
reading books. Make sure you set aside time to read each day. Pick out a couple longer books to read aloud this
summer – let your child help make the choices!
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If you attend a family reunion this summer, plan to look through old photos before attending. Talk with your
children about your memories with siblings, cousins, and other relatives. Make them a part of your family
conversations when everyone gets together.
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Visit museums or zoos with your children. Spend more time at their favorite exhibit or near their favorite animal
and really learn some facts about it.
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Encourage your child to start a collection – maybe rocks, shells, pinecones, or other natural objects. You can
help them to do research on the internet or in books and learn interesting facts about the items they are collecting.
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Play games that require children to count. Board games, card games, wiffleball, or counting somersaults in the
pool – whatever it is, they’ll be using their math skills! Make sure to limit “screen time” to no more than one hour per
day. Too much time spent on video games and computers will have a negative effect on their learning, physical health
and social skills.
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Learn some new recipes together. There are many kid-friendly recipes that don’t even involve using the stove.
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Go camping! There is so much to learn from nature. Tell stories around the campfire and sing songs.
Take hikes in the woods.
Have a safe and fun summer! See you in August.
Sharon Thomas, NBCT School Counselor
Adventure Club Summer Camp
Adventure Club Summer Camp at Jackson
Elementary School is now enrolling students. You
don’t have to be a Jackson student to attend our
summer camp, so spread the word!
We’ll go swimming and enjoy at least two other field
trips each week. Along with the field trips, we will
provide fun in-center enrichments. You can enroll
for a minimum of two days a week. Come join the
fun!
Please call Ms. Linda
at 548-9248
for more information.
Kindergarten Registration
Register your child for the 2016-17school year.
 Students must be 5 years of age by October 1, 2016
to enroll.
 Registration can be completed in the Jackson office
any day from 8:30 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
 Bring your child’s birth certificate, immunization
record, and proof of address.
 For more information, join us at Kinder 411 on
Wednesday, May11, from 5:30—6:30 p.m.
LOST AND FOUND
IS OVERFLOWING!
Please have your student
claim their missing items
before the last day of school.
All items not claimed by May 29 will be donated
to charity.
Page 3 MEDIA CENTER MOMENTS
Please remember – All library books need to be returned by Monday, May 16th!
Pikes Peak Library District Story Time at Jackson this Summer!
Ms. Kussman from PPLD will be coming to Jackson this summer for story time for all ages. Story time will be held after
the Summer Feed program at 11:30 in the Jackson Gymnasium. Ms. Kussman will be here on May 31, June 14, June 28,
July 12, and July 26. Come enjoy this great opportunity for all our kids!
Free Books this Summer!
The Summer Feed program will be running from May 26-July 29 in the Jackson Gymnasium. It offers breakfast and
lunch free for children ages 1-18. Breakfast is from 7:30-8:00 and lunch is from 11:00-11:30. As a part of the Summer
Feed program, there will be free books available to all students. Be sure and pick one up!
Summer Reading Program
Check out the free summer reading program – On Your Mark, Get Set, READ at the Pikes Peak Library District.
Children from early childhood through elementary school track their reading time, earn prizes, and explore all kinds of
fun at library events. This super program will start on June 1st. Have a great summer reading!
Battle of the Books
Congratulations to our team of 5th graders who participated in the Colorado Springs Area Battle of the Books
Competition. They competed with 140 other teams as they answered questions about the 40 books they had read over the
school year. The representatives from Jackson were Charlize W, Imagin W, Clara B, Isabella T, and Maria V. Keep on
reading!
READ Posters
A READ poster has been created for the following students showing them holding their favorite book. These students
have worked hard in Reading this semester.
– Landon R, Evie H, Melany A, Ezra M, Doug J, and David G..
Kindergarten
1st Grade – Anthony R, Elijah H, Thomas W, Samantha M, Gabriel M, and Derek H.
nd
2 Grade – Lyrik S, Gianna E, Daniela R, Karen A, Jacqueline P, and Christopher B.
rd
3 Grade – Keilani A, Yvette V, Teagan T, Brian A, Nealie H, and Pasha W.
4th Grade – Canaan O, Addison H, Tyr C, Wynter H, Juliette M, and Deyainira V.
5th Grade – Isaiah C, Kaleb J, James P, Clara B, Charlize W, Jaeson J, and Isabella T.
Do you live within School District 11 and have a child who will be 3 or 4 years old by October 1, 2016? Your child may qualify to enroll in one of our preschool programs. Call now for more information at School District 11 Early Childhood Office 520‐2540 FREE PRESCHOOL
FIELD DAY
Field Day will be on Friday, May 6th from 8:14 a.m. till about noon. Many students look forward to this day all year long. The
purpose of Field Day is for students to play and compete, but mostly have fun! Students are encouraged to wear sunscreen,
dress in layers, wear a hat, bring a water bottle, etc.
Students have practiced very hard in P.E. this year to develop their skills, and it’s time to show off a little! Parents are
encouraged to attend, model good sportsmanship, and cheer on all of our Jaguar competitors. This day is a whole lot better
when the “fans” show up! You may also join your child for a special luau lunch that day during your child’s normal lunch
time.
Speaking of cheering, the Annual Staff vs. 5th Grade Kickball game will begin at 1:00. So, feel free to stay and cheer on the
students and staff. The cost for lunch is $3.20/adult, children who do not attend Jackson is $2.35, and normal price for
Jackson students.
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BOOSTERS BOX
Thank you for making the Jackson Carnival a HUGE success! We enjoyed seeing
all of you there, having a great time. We are very grateful for all of the baked
goods for the Cake Walk and for everyone who volunteered their time. The
Spring Dance was also a big hit! The students really enjoyed the snow cones,
pizza and the glow in the dark necklaces! They danced and sang and truly had a
wonderful time.
We are still collecting Box Tops! Keep bringing them in! Also, please use your
Albertson’s Key Card when grocery shopping this summer! We have them in the
office if you need one.
A heartfelt thank you to David Blanco! David has been our Booster Treasurer for
the last four years and has done a great job!! David will be passing the torch to
our new Treasurer Alex Lovato. If anyone is interested in joining our PTO,
please come to our beginning of the year PTO meeting. We will see you there!
Mark Your Calendar
May 3
May 4
May 5
May 5
May 5
May 6
May 10
May 11
May 11
May 12
May 12
May 12
May 18
May 19
May 19
May 20
May 20
May 23
Kid Power 6:00-8:00
Pre-School Conferences 2:30-7:30
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner and Final PTO Meeting 6:00
Pre-School Conferences 8:00-2:30
Holmes Middle School to visit 5th graders
Field Day with Kickball
Ron Hein Track Meet Day All Day
5th Grade to Money Museum 10:30-11:30
K 11 Info Night 5:30-6:30
Arts Focus Day
Preschool to Zoo 9:30-1:00
3rd Grade Rec/Band/Orch 1:30/6:30
End of Year Awards Assembly (2 hour delay schedule for teachers)
8:30-9:10 Intermediate, 9:15-10:00 Primary
Preschool Picnic
5th Grade Wax Museum 12:30-2:15 in Gym
5th Grade Promotion 1:30
Kindergarten Graduation 6:30
Last Day of School (Slide Show at 8:30 in Gym)
A PIN AND PASSWORD FOR PARENT CONNECTION IS REQUIRED TO REGISTER. CONTACT YOUR SCHOOL IF
YOU DON'T HAVE A PARENT CONNECTION LOGIN.
Kindergarten - 8th Grade
What Is It?
A learning opportunity for students to engage in innovative Art, Arts Integrations and STEM-based classes that ignite curiosity and the love of learning!
Who should come?
Students currently enrolled in grades K-8 in D-11.
When Is It?
There are three weeks: Week 1, June 6 - June 10, Week 2, June 13 - June 17, and Week 3, June 20 - June 24. You may attend 1, 2 or all 3 weeks.
School Times for Elementary are 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Breakfast begins at 7:45 AM. Class will be from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Lunch begins at 11:30 AM
and ends at 12:00 PM.
School Times for Middle School are 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Breakfast begins at 8:15 AM. Class will be from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Lunch begins at 12:00
PM and ends at 12:30 PM.
Where is it located?
2016 Locations:
ELEMENTARY - Audubon, Bristol, Carver, Columbia, Martinez, McAuliffe, Rogers, Trailblazer
MIDDLE - Holmes, Jenkins, Swigert and RJ Wasson
Do I pay for meals?
No. Meals are at NO COST to students.
How will my child get there?
Students can walk; parents can drive their children; or students can catch a bus at an identified bus stop and be transported to the closest Summer
Enrichment Series school site.
PARENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SAFETY OF THEIR CHILDREN WHILE CHILDREN WAIT FOR A DISTRICT 11 BUS.
Do I pay for transportation?
No. There will be NO COST transportation provided to students currently enrolled in District 11.
Parents are responsible for the safety of their children while they wait for the bus on District 11 property
We would like to extend a special thank you to all of our volunteers who spend
numerous hours helping at school. The time, energy, skills and talents you generously lend—again and again– are priceless. Your efforts and dedication make
our school better, our community stronger, and our world brighter. Thank you
for all of your help!
Below are the names of our volunteers. If your name was omitted, please accept
our apologies.
Alesha Morris
Alex Lovato
Alisha Parra-Munoz
Amanda Martinez
Angela Barkalow
April Dillon
Ashley Eilert
Bernice Motzer
Brian Guimond
Cassandra Guimond
Chelsea Lawson
Chris Haynes
Christy Wiesner
Corey Rivera
David Blanco
David Smith
Debbie Klopenstine
Desiree Leonard
Edith Ruiz
Elaina Richardson
Freddy McDaniel
Heather Haynes
Helen Ice
Jackie Robbie
Jean McKanna
Joe Peot
Joyce Ferrini
Kathy Peot
Katie Rivera
Laura Brown
Lisa Prewitt
Lynn Amadd
Michael Smith
Mindy Lunday
Mychael Smith
Mykia Garrison Smith
Pat Gilliland
Patty Oelschlager
Rhonda Wolf
Rudy Estrada
Samantha Medley
Sandra Zuker
Shanna McNeil
Shiloh Schauer
Tami Sanbury
Teshia Redwine
Toni Kaufman
Victoria Parish Lovato
Yearbook
The Jackson Yearbook order forms have gone home. Yearbooks are
only $15.00.
Order forms are due back by May 9th.