The Jacobs Journal
May 21, 2026
A Note from the Principal
Day 161/180
The fun does not stop there. This Wednesday is our annual Art Show from 4-6pm, featuring not only incredible student artwork, but also an exciting STEAM component and, of course, ice cream courtesy of Lucky Lemons. It is always one of the most enjoyable nights of the year and a wonderful celebration of student creativity.
But wait, that is not all. Next Thursday evening is our annual JMS Spring Concert at 6:30. This performance is sure to knock your socks off and will also serve as an important tune up for the middle school band as they prepare for their performance at the Trills & Thrills Music Festival in early June.
Last but certainly not least, our annual Bike to School Day is planned for next Friday. More information will be shared soon, but we are looking forward to another fun community event.
I will save the rest of the exciting events for next week, as the final stretch of the school year is absolutely packed with memorable experiences for our students. I hope to see many of you tonight at the big show!
-Mr. Shaw
DARE Camp Applications Due!
Completed DARE Camp applications must be returned to the office no later than tomorrow, May 22. Just five slots remain!
Jacobs Drama Club Presents... James and the Giant Peach, Jr.
TONIGHT AND TOMORROW NIGHT!
The Latest Spectacular Production!
Art/STEAM Show & PTO Ice Cream Social on Wednesday!
Volunteers Still Needed! PTO to Raffle "Teacher Experiences"!
This Wednesday is one of the Jacobs School's BIGGEST events: The Art/STEAM Show & PTO Ice Cream Social! Volunteers are still needed for this event. If you are able to help please click on the sign-up link provided below.
This year the PTO is offering amazing raffles, with prizes that are experiences or activities, rather than objects! Here is a quick list, but even more prize-experiences will be listed at the PTO Raffle Table in the cafeteria at the big event:
- 20 minutes of skateboarding with Mr. Shaw (bring 1 friend)
- Assistant P.E. teacher to Mrs. DelGallo for half-a-day
- Extra gym class for your classroom with Mr. Fitz, and winner creates the game to be played during class
- Glam session with Mrs. Scott (bring 2 friends)
- Extra recess
- Lead morning announcements
- Pancake party with Mrs. Scott (bring 2 friends)
Raffle tickets will be $1 for one ticket, $5 for 6 tickets, and $10 for 12 tickets. You must be present to win.
Volunteers Needed:
Help! Please click on this link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44A5A922ABFFCE9-63762336-copy#/
Bike to School Day: Friday, May 29!
It's healthy and it's fun! Our annual Bike to School Day will be held on Friday, May 29. Click on any of the links below for more information, to print a permission slip, or to volunteer to help.
K-3 Bike To School Permission Slip
Volunteers Needed!
4-7 Bike To School Permission Slip
The Library Nook
Please Return Your Library Books!
The library will be closing for the year tomorrow, May 22. Mrs. Irby is currently accepting book returns and issuing fines for lost books. Please look around your home for any library books that should be returned.
Kindergarten & Preschool Registration Time!
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 Us Your RAD Photos!
We'll Put Them On The Big Screen!
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!
Mark Your Calendar!
May 21 & 22 ─ James & The Giant Peach, Jr. Jacobs Drama Club Production 6:30pm
May 22 ─ Kindergarten to Hull Public Library
May 25 ─ Memorial Day, No School
May 27 ─ 11:55 Dismissal
May 27 ─ Art/STEAM Show & Ice Cream Social 4-6pm
May 28 ─ 7th Grade to Boda Borg Boston
May 28 ─ JMS Spring Concert 6:30pm
May 29 ─ Bike to School Day!
June 1 ─ JES Spring Concert Rehearsal (students & staff only)
June 2 ─ JES Spring Concert: Fullday & AM PK, K, 1 & 2 @ 9:00am; PM PK , 3, 4 & 5 @ 1:30pm
June 3 ─ Kindergarten Screening
June 5 ─ JMS Band Trip to Trills & Thrills Music Festival
June 5 ─ Spirit Day - No Assembly
June 6 ─ HHS Graduation
June 8-10 ─ 6th Grade to Nature's Classroom
June 8 ─ Kindergarten to Coast Guard Station
June 8 ─ 5th Grade to Boston
June 10 ─ Preschool Screening
June 11 ─ Kindergarten Community Field Trip
June 11 ─ JMS Field Day
June 12 ─ Last Day of Preschool!
June 12 ─ Preschool Graduation 1:45
June 12 ─ JMS House Cup Championship
June 15 ─ 4th Grade to Franklin Park Zoo
June 16 ─ Kindergarten Teddy Bear Picnic 10:30
June 16 ─ 7th Grade Step-Up Day
June 17 ─ 7th Grade Graduation
June 17 ─ JES Field Day
June 18 ─ JES Assembly
June 18 ─ JES Step-Up Day
June 18 ─ JMS Sorting Parrot (House Assignment)
June 18 ─ School's Out! 11:25 Dismissal
June 19 ─ SUMMER!!!!!
May 2026 Jacobs Calendar
2025-2026 District Calendar (Revised for Snow Days)
2026-2027 District Calendar
Links! Links! Links!
Events & Activities
Boosters Electronic Recycling May 30 NEW!
PTO Riding for Dollars at the Carousel Extended to June 19!
Calm at The Carousel Wednesdays this summer!
Hull Lifesaving Museum Summer Adventure Program
Calendars & Menus
Online Breakfast & Lunch Menus (for updates, and nutritional & allergen information)
Winter Concerts on HullTV
Other Stuff
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!
Jacobs Photo Galleries 2025-2026
7th Grade Science Fair 3/26 & 3/27
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
100th + PATS + Free Jacks + Spirit Day 2/6/25
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 Book-O-Lanterns 2025