The Cardinal Connection

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.

March 17th: ECE Committee Meeting (Virtual) 8-9PM

March 21st: Indoor Track - End of Season Awards Party - 4:30 PM @ J. O. Wilson ES

March 22nd: Volunteer Day – Beautifying Our Swing Space! @10AM

March 29th: Play Date at RFK Playground and Fields 3 to 5PM

April 1st: Outdoor Track - DCIAA East Developmental Meet - 11:00 AM @ Spingarn

April 5th: Play Date at RFK Playground and Fields 10AM to 12 noon

April 7th: PD and Records Day...No School for Students

April 14th-April 18th: Spring Break for Students and Teachers

We are thrilled to bring Beauty and the Beast Jr. to a brand-new stage—the historic Atlas Theater in Washington, DC! But we can’t do it without you! While we’ve been working tirelessly to raise funds, we haven’t reached our goal—and we need your support now more than ever. Your donation will help us create a truly magical production with stunning costumes, sets, and lighting while also supporting our Annual Drama Players Broadway Trip! This life-changing experience gives our students the opportunity to witness professional theater and deepen their passion for the arts.

🎭 Show Dates:
📅 May 23 at 7 PM
📅 May 24 at 1 PM & 5 PM

💡 Give today and make a difference: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/JOWdrama25

By giving, you’re not just funding a production—you’re inspiring young artists, fostering creativity, and making dreams come true. Thank you for believing in the power of the arts! 💛🎶

Now more than ever, we need every family to complete the Impact Aid Survey to secure crucial federal funding for our schools. This funding directly supports staffing, student programs, classroom resources, and essential services that benefit all DCPS students.

🚨 Given the current climate, ensuring that our schools receive the funding they deserve is more important than ever. Every survey submitted helps us continue providing the highest quality education for our students.

📍 Complete one survey per child (not per household) at: 🔗 dcps.dc.gov/impact-aid

Don't wait—complete yours today! For questions, email DCPSImpactAid@k12.dc.gov.

✅ Every submission counts—thank you for supporting our schools! 🎓📚✨

Registration for DC Department of Parks and Recreation spring opened on Tuesday, March 11, for aquatics programs and Wednesday, March 12, for all other programs. Registration opens at noon on both days. Offerings available include Spring Break camps, soccer, pickleball, fitness, and senior programs. A full list of offerings is available at DPRprograms.com.

Connect with fellow parents and educators as we discuss important early childhood education topics. Your voice and input help shape our youngest learners' experiences. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Please email the PTA at info@jowilsonpta.org with any questions.

The PTA will be hosting families with games and refreshments at the RFK playground and fields on March 29 (1st - 5th) and April 5 (PreK and Kindergarten). All J.O. students and their families are welcome. We hope to see you there!

1st - 5th grade - Saturday, March 29, 3 to 5 p.m.

Pre-K & Kindergarten - Saturday, April 5, 10 a.m. to Noon

We’re working together to ensure students hit their weekly targets: at least 5 lessons in ELA and 5 lessons in Math per week (3 lessons each for Grades K-1).

Students have time during class, but additional practice at home is encouraged! Please use the provided iReady resources to help your child access lessons through Clever using their QR code (K-2) or credentials (3-5).

Helpful Links:

• [ IReady Login Information ]
• [ IReady Family Video ]

Feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher for any questions. Thank you for supporting your student’s success!

Join the PTA and roll up your sleeves to help spruce up the swing space garden and outdoor spaces! We’ll meet on the swing space playground at 10 a.m. Kids are welcome. And if you have gardening equipment or work gloves, bring those, too.

Our girls' indoor track team has done it again—winning the Girls DCIAA Elementary Citywide Championship! 🎉 Their dedication, hard work, and teamwork have paid off in a big way, and we couldn’t be more proud. This victory is a testament to their perseverance and the incredible support from their coaches and families. Way to go, Cardinals! 🐦🔥 Let’s celebrate their success and keep soaring to new heights! 🚀

J.O. Wilson’s afterschool program is thriving, providing scholars with enriching activities, academic support, and engaging clubs! From hands-on learning and technology to outdoor play and teamwork, our students are growing in a dynamic environment beyond the classroom. A huge THANK YOU to the dedicated staff who lead these programs and help put Jo Wilson on the DCPS map for outstanding afterschool opportunities. Your hard work does not go unnoticed! 👏📚🎨🏃‍♂️

A huge thank you to Mr. Boomer, father of Cameron Walcott, for his incredible leadership in guiding our boys’ basketball team to a winning season! 🏆 Your dedication, mentorship, and commitment to our student-athletes have made a tremendous impact, and we truly appreciate all you do. Thank you for being a role model and a champion for our Cardinals! We appreciate you! 🙌🔥