Jaguar Spots

Monday, October 5

TEAM UP FOR POSITIVE BEHAVIOR DAY!

Wear your favorite team jersey or sports shirt.

Tuesday, October 6

TWIN DAY!

Dress alike with a friend, teammate or group.

Wednesday, October 7

BRIGHT CHOICES DAY!

Wear neon or bright colors to show how positive choices shine.

Thursday, October 8

DRESS FOR SUCCESS/PICTURE DAY!

Dress your best and smile for picture day!

Friday, October 9

HOUSE COLOR DAY!

Show your house pride by wearing your house color.

Mark your calendars for EJs Movie Night PLUS Title I Literacy Night!

One of EJs favorite fall traditions is back on October 2 at the EJ Field. Doors open at 5 PM, Literacy presentation at 5:30 PM and the movie starts at 6 PM.

Bring your camp chairs and blankets, grab pizza, popcorn, and snacks, catch up with other Jaguar families, and settle in for a movie under the stars!!

Pizza: Pre-order for $16 by 7 PM on Sept. 29. A limited number of pizzas will also be available for $20 at the event.
https://tinyurl.com/PizzaPreorderOct2026

DUE TODAY, OCTOBER 1ST -- Big Screen Shout-Outs: Send a fun message to your child, thank a teacher, celebrate a birthday, or recognize someone special! Personalized shout-outs are $20 and will appear on the big screen from 5–6 PM before the movie.
https://tinyurl.com/BigScreen2026

Want to help make Movie Night happen? We’ll need volunteers throughout the evening:
https://tinyurl.com/EJEMovie2026

Does your child have a special talent they want to share? Talent Show application forms are officially available at the front office! Any student interested in auditioning should stop by and grab a form.

Please note that all students must turn in an individual form, even if they are performing as part of a group. All completed forms must be turned in to Ms. Vitagliano by Wednesday, October 7th.

*Things to Remember:

1. All acts must be 1 minute and 15 seconds or less.

2. If the act involves a song, you MUST bring a copy of the song (on cd or flash drive)

3. You MUST turn in song lyrics with your application.

4. If multiple acts have the same song they may be grouped together.

5. Song must be school appropriate.

6. Acts that do not have anything prepared will not participate.

7. Applications must be turned in no later than Wednesday, Oct. 7th.

Auditions

Wednesday, October 21st, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

(If we have too many participants, we may reach out and have a few try out on Thursday, Oct. 22nd)

Mandatory Practices

Wednesday, October 28th, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Wednesday, November 4th, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Wednesday, November 11th, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Talent Show

Thursday, November 12th, 6:00 PM

If you or your student have questions, please contact Ms. Vitagliano at vitagliano@fultonschools.org.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month—a time for students, staff, families, and community members to learn how each of us can help prevent bullying and strengthen belonging. Fulton County Schools invites every school community to take simple, visible actions: make a new connection, stand up safely for others, make room at the table, and include everyone.

REMBMER - Picture Day is Thursday, October 8!

If you'd like to order online, click here.

Use code PX504328

Keep an eye out for ordering forms coming home in backpacks soon!

🐾 Calling All Jaguars! 💙💛

Join Esther Jackson Elementary for the Roswell Youth Day Parade! 🎉

The parade is on Saturday, October 3rd it starts at 10:00 AM at Roswell Area Park and the parade will travel approximately 2 miles, ending at First Baptist Church on Mimosa.

📣 Participants should arrive at 8:00 AM for lineup, with everyone lined up by 9:00 AM.

👕 Wear your EJES spirit wear! (And yes… this is definitely a great excuse to buy more! 😉)

Need accommodations for walking? Please let us know! We want everyone to be able to participate!

🙌 RSVP to participate and/or volunteer: https://forms.gle/9truRgL1BBtEo6847

Let’s show Roswell our Jaguar pride and represent Esther Jackson Elementary! 🐆💙💛

EJ's Kindergarten students and CHS's leaders are coming together for a very special event:

Knights Rising: From First Hello to Final Farewell!

This exciting celebration connects our brand-new kindergarteners (Class of 2039) with the graduating high school seniors (Class of 2027). Come cheer on the big kids and see what it means to be a true Knight!

• When: Thursday, October 22, 2026

• Time: 6:00 PM (Right after the fun Homecoming Parade!)

• Where: "The Fortress" at Centennial High School

Click here to sign up your future Knight today!

Fulton Science Academy's Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society is hosting the Fulton Science Math Tournament for students in grades 3-5 on Saturday, October 10.

Students may compete individually or as part of a four-person team in Individual, Team, and Relay Rounds.

Registration is open through October 7 at https://forms.gle/QsQDTrrTADWsS3K49, and proceeds support FSA students attending the ARML National Math Tournament.

If you have any questions, please contact us at fsmt@fultonscienceacademy.org.

Join Esther Jackson Elementary on Saturday, Feb 6th at 7:10PM for an exciting night with the Atlanta Gladiators! 🏒 Cheer on the Gladiators, enjoy an action packed night of hockey, and show your blue and yellow school spirit as Esther Jackson Elementary takes over the arena! 💙💛

🎉 But the fun doesn’t stop when the final buzzer sounds! Stick around after the game for an exclusive opportunity to step onto the ice, take your own slap shots and snap some awesome photos on the ice with your family and friends! It’s the perfect way to cap off an unforgettable night with the Gladiators! 💙💛🏒

🎟️ Get your discounted tickets here:https://www.gofevo.com/event/Estherjackson2

Fulton County Schools offers an Optional Device Protection Plan for student-issued devices. Families who wish to participate may enroll through Infinite Campus. The protection plan can help reduce out-of-pocket costs associated with certain accidental damage incidents involving school-issued devices.

Enrollment information, plan details, and step-by-step instructions are available on the Fulton County Schools website: Optional Device Protection Plan Information.

We encourage families to review the information and determine whether this optional protection plan is right for their student.

Celebrate your child's birthday or half birthday (if you have a summer birthday) with a birthday message on the digital board at the front of the school.

Click here for more information.

Please see the file below for more information on how to order EJ Spiritwear!

OR

Click here to order online.

The Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program is a USDA federally funded grant providing all enrolled students in participating elementary schools with a variety of free fresh fruit and vegetables during the school day – separate from the lunch or breakfast meal. The goal of this program is to expand the variety of fruits and vegetables children experience in a healthy school environment, increase consumption of fruits and vegetables and to make a positive impact on the students' future health.​

Give your child extra play time in the gym before class!

Aim for a 7:10 AM drop-off to maximize their fun.

The complete schedule is listed below.

East Roswell Food Pantry at Bridge to Grace Church (2385 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell) is open to our entire community, with pickup offered twice a week. Enjoy the convenience of ordering from home and picking up at the pantry!

HOURS:

Tuesday's: 10 AM - 1 PM

Thursday's: 1 PM - 4 PM

By Appointment ONLY

Questions? - Visit nfcchelp.org or call (470)568-3106

Enjoy School Breakfast and Lunch at NO COST!

We are excited to offer FREE breakfast and lunch to all students every school day. Nutritious meals help students stay energized, focused, and ready to learn. By providing meals at no cost, we are supporting student success and helping families save money. We encourage all students to take advantage of these healthy and delicious meal options each day!

OUR CHALLENGE TO OUR FAMILIES

• Support our students in attending at least 95% of the school year.
• Come back strong from our breaks, ready to learn!
• Students should strive to miss 8 or less days for the entire year.
• Aim for 1 absence or less per month.

SEPTEMBER 28TH - OCTOBER 2ND

• We want to encourage all students to return from Fall Break on September 28 ready to learn!
• Come back on these 5 days for a chance to win various prizes!

INCENTIVES

• Students will receive a ticket each day they are present from 2/22-22/26.
• A drawing will be held on 2/26.
• Prizes: Gift Cards, Items, Coupons, Vouchers

DID YOU KNOW?

Attendance is linked to:

• Academic Achievement
• Drop Out and Graduation Rate
• A Sense of Belonging

WHAT YOU CAN DO

• Set regular night and morning routines.
• Have a backup transportation plan.
• Schedule non-urgent appointments and trips during breaks.

Per Fulton County Schools Board Policy, families may request up to 5 Participated Remote Learning Days per semester (10 per school year). To be eligible, a request must be submitted using one of the following methods:

• Paper Form: Complete, sign, and return the Participated Remote Learning Day form sent home with students to their teacher.
• Online Form: Submit the Participated Remote Learning Day request through the online form, which is sent directly to Ms. Walker (Assistant Principal). Participated Remote Attendance Request Solicitud de asistencia remota participada – Fill out form

Students must complete all assigned work and submit it within 2 school days of the absence while meeting the teacher's participation requirements. Once the request has been received and all required work has been completed and returned on time, then Ms. Walker will update the student's attendance record to Participated Remote.

Please note that a Participated Remote Learning Day cannot be approved without a paper or online form requesting it from the parent or student. Absences that are not requested through one of these two methods will remain coded according to district attendance guidelines.

Student Success Skills are a set of standards that will be taught in all schools, to all students, by all teachers throughout the school year. These standards include six skills that are broken down into several standards across grade levels. Teaching these skills will support students in creating a foundation for managing emotions, healthy relationships, understanding and empathizing with others, being responsible and safe, and learning to cope with difficult life situations.

Click here to learn more in English.

Click here to learn more in Spanish.

Title I is a federally funded program designed to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach, at a minimum, proficiency on challenging state academic standards and state academic assessments. The Title I program focuses on the academic needs of the most disadvantaged students. (To translate some of these articles, you can Chrome or look for the Spanish tag and click on it. For Chrome, while on the article main page, right click the mouse button, and scroll down to translate to Spanish.)

Parents’ Important Information from Title I

The main purpose of Title I is to provide extra federal money to school districts and schools with high numbers of children from low-income families so that all students have a fair opportunity to meet high academic standards

Parent Right to Know (English & Spanish)

School Compact SY26-27

School Compact SY26-27 - Spanish

School Parent & Family Engagement Plan SY26-27

School Parent & Family Engagement Plan SY26-27 - Spanish

District Important Information:

Our school districts serve as the vital operational bridge managing, distributing, and monitoring federal funds to individual qualifying schools based on concentrated income data.

District Parent & Family Engagement SY26-27

District Parent & Family Engagement SY26-27 - Spanish

District Parents Right to Know SY26-27

District Student Code of Conduct SY26-27

District Title I Web Page

EJ has had a great start to the school year and would appreciate your support to create the best learning environment for our children. EJ PTA is seeking sponsorships from local businesses to enhance our educational programs and experiences for the whole family.

These sponsorships benefit our school in various ways:

1. Enrichment Programs:

Funding extracurricular activities and workshops for creativity and growth.

2. Classroom Resources:

Providing teachers with tools for engaging lessons.

3. School Events:

Celebrations during school hours including Teacher Appreciation Week and 5th grade graduation.

4. Family Events:

Fun filled events held at the school including Bingo Night, Movie Night, Spring Carnival, Donuts with Grownups, and Loved Ones Luncheon.

We would be grateful for any connections with businesses interested in supporting our school. Parents, if you have a business- any contribution, financial or in-kind, is greatly appreciated. Ideas for additional fundraising is also always welcome.

Please click here for more information or contact Helen Loiacono for EJES PTA business sponsorships at HelenLoiacono@icloud.com

Thank you for your dedication to our school! It truly takes a village.

Help earn money for Esther Jackson!

1. Download BoxTops app from Apple App Store or Google Play.

2. Find and sign up under Esther S Jackson Elementary School.

3. Use the app to scan your receipt with 14 days of purchase to see if you have made any eligible purchases.

4. Pat yourself on the back for helping out your wonderful school!

Money Raised to Date: $63.70

Goal: $500

OCTOBER

2 - Custodian Appreciation Day!

2 - Movie Night & Literacy Night, EJ Back Field, 5:00 PM

3 - Roswell Youth Day Parade

Oct 5-9 - Georgia Pre-K Week

5 - Celebrate National Bullying Month - WEAR BLUE

8 - Fall Picture Day

12 - Holiday - NO SCHOOL

13 - FCS Board Work Session - North Learning Center, 12:30 PM - 7:30 PM

21 - College and Career Day - wear your college gear!

22 - FCS Board Meeting - South Learning Center, 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM

22 - Centennial Homecoming Parade

23 - Donuts with Grownups, 7:10 AM

Oct 26-30 - Red Ribbon Week

Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/estherjacksones
Location: 1400 Martin Road, Roswell, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-5290
Twitter: @ejjaguars