The Jacobs Journal

On Monday, our students in grades K through 5 were treated to a visit from author Josh Funk (more information below). It was a huge success and a memorable experience for our students, made possible in part by the generous support of our PTO. Students were especially engaged during the “Cooking Up Characters” segment, where they learned how authors bring stories to life by mixing together different traits, ideas, and inspirations. It was an inspiring day that not only deepened students’ appreciation for writing, but also encouraged them to see themselves as authors and creators.

On Tuesday, students in PreK through grade 4 took part in the Playful Engineers program (see photo gallery link at the bottom of the page), a hands on STEAM experience where they built kinetic art using everyday materials while exploring motion, creativity, and design. This is our second year bringing in this program, and it is certainly becoming a Jacobs tradition. The program will also be part of our Art Show in May. Once again, we are grateful to our PTO for making this opportunity possible for our students.

Although an enriching experience was also planned for our JMS students this week, the weather did not cooperate and we were once again forced to postpone their trip to Holly Hill Farm. We look forward to rescheduling and providing that experience in the near future.

Over the past week, we have made some adjustments to student internet access at school to ensure a safe and focused learning environment. These updates include strengthening filters and limiting access to certain websites and features that are not necessary for school use, such as YouTube. Student use of technology is always evolving, and we want to stay ahead of it while continuing to use technology in meaningful and strategic ways. This also serves as a good reminder for families to periodically check in on their child’s device use at home and reinforce expectations for appropriate online behavior. We appreciate your partnership in helping students use technology in a safe and responsible way.

-Mr. Shaw

Finishing touches on the JASPER schedule are happening right now! Sign ups will be sent to all families in an email this weekend with a due date of April 9th. Email Ms. Hyde with questions at ahyde@hullpublicschools.us.

Class dates will be:

Mondays: April 13, 27 May 4, 11, 18 June 1

Tuesdays: April 14, 28 May 5, 12, 19, 26

Thursdays: April 16, 30 May 7, 14, 21, 28

If any students missed out and would like to purchase books, they can always order from the following:

• The Concord Bookshop: Signed & Personalized copies of Josh's books year round (they’ll ship to YOU)

• Online Bookstores: Josh’s books are always available (unsigned)

Bonus material on Josh's website ‘Stuff for Kids’ page with the students and their families - there are activity kits with coloring pages, word searches, and more, as well as book songs and trailers (all free to watch, listen to, download and print).

Attention Jacobs Youngsters! Our next Pajama Story Hour is scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, at 5:00pm. Come prepared for a story and craft, and don't forget to wear your pajamas!

4th and 5th grade have MCAS ELA under their belts! Next up, grades 3, 6, & 7 conquer their ELA exams on April 7 & 9! Donations are still being accepted for our MCAS "You Rock" snack and fidget toy boxes. Please click on the flyer for more information.

Grades 3, 6, & 7

• ELA: April 7 & 9
• Math: May 12 & 14

Grades 4 & 5

• Math: May 5 & 7

Grade 5 Only

• STE: May 18 & 20

The following classes have library next week:

Smith, Hall, Mr. Martin, Gibbons, and Vittorini

The library is closed on MCAS days, which means Tuesday & Thursday next week.

Preschool Registration for the 2026-2027 School Year is now open! If you have a child who will be 3 or 4 years old at the start of the next school year, it's time to register for preschool! Please email Amy Hyde at ahyde@hullpublicschools.us for additional information.

If your child will be 5 years old by September 1 and is not already a student at the Jacobs Preschool, it's time to register for kindergarten! Please go to our website to start the registration process, or contact Katy Rae Abatuno at kabatuno@hullpublicschools.us for more information. Eligible students already enrolled in Hull Integrated Preschool at the Jacobs School will automatically advance to kindergarten ─ no re-registration is needed.

Send RAD Photos of your Pirates having fun in their Core Value T-Shirts or School Colors to lrajan@hullpublicschools.us and we'll add them to the slide show at our monthly assembly! Kids love seeing themselves and their friends on the big screen!

Apr 3 ─ No School (Good Friday)

Apr 7 & 9 ─ MCAS Grades 3, 6, & 7 ELA

Apr 8 ─ Pajama Story Hour 5pm

Apr 13 & 27 ─ School Committee 6:30pm @ HHS

Apr 13 ─ PTO Meeting 7pm @ Jacobs Library

Apr 15 ─ JACOBS HAS TALENT!!! 5:30-7pm

Apr 16 ─ Grade 2 to Mass Audubon Bird Sanctuary

Apr 20 ─ No School (Patriots Day)

Apr 21-24 ─ No School (April Vacation)

Apr 27 ─ Back to school

Apr 29 ─ 11:55 Dismissal

Apr 29 ─ Jacobs School Council 3:15pm

Jacobs Calendar April 2026

Online Breakfast & Lunch Menus (for updates, and nutritional & allergen information)

Printable April 2026 Breakfast Menu

Printable April 2026 Lunch Menu

Lillian M. Jacobs School

Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC)

Title I Report Card Annual Letter 2026

Jacobs Elementary School 2026 Winter Concert

Jacobs Middle School 2026 Winter Concert

All Ages Karaoke Party at the C-Note April 3! Tomorrow Night!

Boston Harbor Islands National Park Junior Ranger Program

Experience Holly Hill Farm May 2 on Cohasset Common!

Hull Youth Soccer In-Town Registration is Open!

Learn to Sail at Hull Yacht Club!

In-Town Lacrosse Registration is Open!

Holly Hill Farms Summer Programs

Baseball Registration is Open!

Join the Cub Scouts!

CORI Form -- (Required to participate in school activities, field trips, etc.) Submit completed forms at the school office. Don't forget to bring your ID!

Hull PTO Gift Card Program

Playful Engineers 3/31/26 NEW!

7th Grade Science Fair 3/26 & 3/27 NEW!

Read-A-Thon Wrap-Up Assembly 3/20/26

Read-A-Thon & Dress-Up Days, March 2026

Grade 5 Visits South Shore Art Center 3/4/26

3rd Annual Staff v. JMS Student Basketball Game 2/13/26

NE Free Jacks Visit Jacobs!

100th + PATS + Free Jacks + Spirit Day 2/6/25

JES Winter Concert 2/5/26

Global School Play Day 2/4/26

JMS Winter Concert 1/29/26

Royal Tea Party 1/29/26

Jacobs Express/JMS STEAM Challenge 12/23/25

Jacobs Drama Club's Dear Edwina JR 12/18/25

5th Grade Watershed Program 11/21/25

1st Grade Balloon Parade!

Pep Rally & Turkey Trot 2025!

1st Grade Book-O-Lanterns 2025

Jacobs Halloween 2025

Preschoolers on the Firetruck!

Jacobs Garden - Summer 2025