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Thank you for helping us celebrate Literacy Week and for joining us at our Literacy/STEAM Family Workshop. We loved sharing our learning with all of you and opening our classrooms so families could see the creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking happening across our school. Watching students explore literacy through science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math was truly inspiring and it meant so much to see so many of you learning alongside your children. We were also proud to highlight how our school is one of just seven schools participating in the Operation QUEST grant. This opportunity helps us expand innovative learning experiences that integrate literacy with STEAM and provide students with engaging, real-world learning opportunities.

We hope you will join us again this Thursday to cheer on our students during the APEX Jog-A-Thon! Your encouragement from the sidelines means so much to our runners and helps make the event exciting and memorable for everyone.

Our APEX Jog-A-Thon fundraiser is an important way we support the incredible work of our Jones PTA and we are so grateful for your support. Last year was our first year partnering with APEX and it resulted in a record amount of donations that has had a meaningful impact on our learning community both at the end of last year and throughout this school year. Because of that success, the PTA was able to purchase...

• Lakeshore Learning gift cards for teachers so they could immediately buy special classroom materials for students. The funds also allowed the PTA to increase teacher stipends for this year, resources teachers can use to go above and beyond the core materials provided for their classrooms.
• PTA support has also continued to fund Scholastic News magazine for students, bringing current events and timely informational topics into classrooms through engaging, colorful publications that students use both at school and at home.
• In addition, the PTA funded buses for field trips for every grade level. Many trips have already taken place and the rest are scheduled throughout the year. If your child’s class has not gone yet, don’t worry, your teacher will share those details as the date gets closer. Thanks to the additional funds from last year’s APEX Jog-A-Thon, the PTA has been able to support even further. For example, for the 4th grade field trip to Old Town, the PTA helped cover the cost of the docent-led educational experience for every student in addition to transportation.
• Not only does our PTA make field experiences happen for our students, they also bring experiences on site like the Science Guys assemblies!
• The PTA has continued to enhance arts education for our students by funding the art studio and cycles of classroom art lessons with Mrs. Schwartz and Mrs. Noble.
• This year funds have also supported hiring substitute teachers to provide our teaching staff with additional release time for collaborative math planning with our new Eureka Curriculum.
• Also new this year was the launch of the Student Grant Projects, elevating student leadership and voice by funding student driven projects that make a difference on our campus.
• And of course, PTA funding helps create special community experiences like the Fall Festival and our recent Family Dance, events that are free and open for all families to enjoy!

Any type of fundraiser we do as a school community takes a lot of work behind the scenes and we are very fortunate to have PTA volunteers that make it happen! Partnering with APEX is one way we can ease the work load for our team, while still generating significant funds that add value to our learning community. It's a win - win! We are incredibly grateful for any donations you have made or information you have shared with family and friends. Your support truly makes a difference and helps create enriching opportunities for our students and our entire Jones community!

Enrollment for TK-5th has opened for next school year! This coming week our office team will attend informational meetings with the SDUSD Neighborhood Schools and Enrollment Options Department to learn any new details specific to the process for the 2026-2027 school year. Here is the main information you need...

WHO NEEDS TO ENROLL?

• Students who are attending school for the first time*
• Students new to the district (they have recently moved into the San Diego Unified boundary or they were previously attending a private school, charter school or were home-schooled).
• Students who were previously attending a district school, but have moved to a different area of the district.

WHAT IF MY STUDENT IS CURRENTLY ENROLLED?

Students currently attending a school in San Diego Unified School District promoting to the next grade level will complete the Online Re-Registration Process (More information will be shared in a few weeks). Parents must have a ParentPortal, so make sure yours is set up!

WHAT ACTIONS AND MATERIALS DO I NEED TO ENROLL?

All students (TK-12) must be registered by a parent/guardian and provide the required documents outlined below must be uploaded in the Online Student Enrollment portal.

• Birth Certificate, Baptismal Certificate, or Passport
• Current verification of residency such as utility bill, rental agreement, mortgage document, or military housing orders (up to 6 months in advance; this does not apply if you are on the housing waitlist).
• Current immunization record. For the most up-to-date immunization requirements, please visit SDUSD Nursing and Wellness/immunization requirements.

HOW DO I ENROLL?

The district offers online school-site enrollment. Please read below to determine which option you are eligible to pursue.

• Current SDUSD Student

  If your child is a student who has already been attending a school in SDUSD, and has newly been accepted via Choice to a new school or you have recently moved into a new neighborhood, you may enroll by contacting Tiffani Barthelmes at 619-605-8800 or tbarthelmes@sandi.net.

• New To District

  If you are the parent/guardian of a student who is new to the district or returning to SDUSD and will attend the neighborhood school, you can enroll using the Student Online Enrollment. To identify your neighborhood school, please click on this link: Find Your Neighborhood School

ONLINE ENROLLMENT

To enroll online, please click on this link: New Student Online Enrollment

Grade Level Placement is based on age:

TK (Transitional Kindergarten): For students who are 4 by September 1st

Kindergarten: For students who are 5 by September 1st

1st Grade: For students who are 6 by September 1st

2nd Grade: For students who are 7 by September 1st

3rd Grade: For students who are 8 by September 1st

4th Grade: For students who are 9 by September 1st

5th Grade: For students who are 10 by September 1st

*If you know someone interested in attending Jones, but their address is not within our boundaries, encourage them to fill out a Choice Application (link here). We still have a few Choice seats available at each grade, but they will fill up!

*Preschool programs are enrolled centrally via SDUSD. Preschool enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year has not opened yet. Check out this link to learn about the different preschool options within our district. Jones has a School Readiness Program on site. This program is 4 days a week, 3 hours a day.

If you have specific questions about enrollment, please call our Clerk Tiffani Barthelmes in our front office at 619-605-8800.

March

9 - No School: Non-Instructional Day (as originally scheduled)

10 - La Jolla Playhouse Production of ¡Colorín, Colorado at Jones for 3rd-5th Grade

10 - SGT/SSC - Virtual

12 - PTA/APEX Jog-A-Thon

14 - PTA Spirit Wear Swap

20 - Cup O Collaboration: Coffee & PTA Association Meeting

20 - Leadership Spotlight Ceremony - Habit #6

21 - Room 2 & Room 3 Villa Musica Concert (See Flyer Below)

23-27 - Conferences: Minimum Days ALL Week (TK-5th Dismissal @ 11:40/11:50 am)

30 - April 3 - No School: Spring Break

April

6 - School Resumes

9 - VAPA Rotation #6

17 - Military Appreciation

23 - Spring Showcase of Learning (Evening Event)

24 - Leadership Spotlight Ceremony Habit #7

27 - SGT/SSC

May

4 - 4th/5th Grade Spring Music Concert

4 - 8 - 3rd-5th Grade State Testing

11 - 15 - Scholastic Book Fair

15 - Achievement Awards

18 - SGT/SSC

25 - No School: Memorial Day

27 - 5th Grade Promotion

28 - Last Day of School - Minimum Day (TK-5th Dismissal @ 11:40/11:50 am)

The Jones PTA plays a crucial role in fostering strong family engagement at Jones Elementary. By organizing activities that bring families, students, and staff together, the PTA helps grow a stronger sense of belonging within our school community. These events not only strengthen relationships but also empower families to be active participants in their children's education, enhancing student success and building a supportive, collaborative school environment. Thank you for the leadership of our PTA Executive Board members, the volunteers that plan and execute PTA events, and all of you who participate! Check out what our PTA is up to...

Did you know that just 15 minutes of reading each day can make a world of difference in your child’s learning journey? Whether you are reading to your child, reading together, or listening to them read aloud, it all counts and it all matters!

Reading at home builds more than just literacy skills. It strengthens vocabulary, improves comprehension, and develops a lifelong love of learning. In fact, children who are read to daily are exposed to 1.4 million more words by the time they start school than children who are not. That kind of language exposure lays a strong foundation for both academic success and confident communication.

Just as importantly, books also help children grow socially by allowing them to step into other people’s experiences, see the world from different perspectives and practice empathy and kindness. Stories have the power to spark cultural awareness, build understanding and nurture the skills that help our students become not only successful learners, but also compassionate human beings.

Here are a few ways to make reading a special part of your routine:

• Choose a cozy time and space to read together

• Let your child pick the book (even if it’s the same one again!)

• Ask questions about the story to boost comprehension

• Model a love for reading by enjoying your own book nearby

The best part, your family has access to an endless amount of books through the internet and the Public Library. Looking for something new to read? Check out the links below for inspiration...

• All currently enrolled TK-6 students’ primary parent/guardian listed in PowerSchool will receive an individualized link via text and email to enroll in summer programs during the one-week enrollment window.

• TK-6 Summer Enrollment Window

• Opens: Monday, March 23rd, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.

• Closes: Friday, March 27th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

• Video Links for Enrollment: English Spanish Vietnamese Somali

• Questions? Weekly Summer Parent Office Hours every Tuesday beginning Tuesday, March 3 - June Tuesdays 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm via Zoom

• One Week Enrollment Window:

• Opens Monday, April 20 at 8AM

• Closes Friday, April 24 at 3PM

• Please join us at the “Parents as Partners” meeting to learn about Fall enrollment application

• Tuesday, April 7 5:30 pm-6:30 pm

• https://sandiegounified.zoom.us/j/81378374938

We love celebrating our neighborhood schools and staying connected to the exciting things happening just down the road. Click the link below to see what has been going on at Taft Middle School. It’s a great way to learn about their events, programs, and all the opportunities our students will enjoy when they move on to middle school!

Here is a link to the San Diego Unified Food Services Website where you can find allergy and nutritional information on foods served at schools. Foods not found on our regular school site menu will be listed individually under the "Alternate Menu Items" section.

If you ever have general questions about the food services at school sites you can reach out to foodandnutritionservices@sandi.net. To connect directly with the Jones Cafe Manager you can email Elena Nieto at enieto@sandi.net.

Click on the clink below to find the most current breakfast and lunch menus...

Did you have fun at the Fall Festival? Has your child grown academically, socially, and as a leader? Has Jones helped foster a love of the arts? Has a Jones educator made a meaningful impact on your child or family? Have you built friendships and community through the families you’ve met at Jones?

We know you have choices when it comes to your child’s education and we are so grateful you have chosen Jones Elementary! Whether Jones is your neighborhood school or one you chose through the district's Choice Program, your story matters.

As prospective families explore schools on GreatSchools.org, we want them to hear directly from the people who know Jones best... you! Please take a few minutes to share what makes our school special and why you are proud to be part of the Jones community.

💙 Link to GreatSchools.org – Jones Elementary

Our mission is to ensure ALL students meet or exceed grade level expectations through rigorous, high-quality, standards based instruction in a safe, nurturing, collaborative learning environment where all students are preparing to be global citizens, college and career ready.

Check out our school website for PeachJar Flyers, Counseling Resources, Family Handbook, Staff Contact Lists, After School Programs, Enrollment Information and so much more!

Email: contact@sandi.net
Website: https://jones.sandiegounified.org/
Location: 2751 Greyling Drive, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (619) 605-8800
Facebook: facebook.com/JonesElementary
Instagram: @jonesdolphins

Our Parent Teacher Association works with Jones Elementary to provide programs and support to benefit the students, their families, teachers, school administration and the community. Run entirely by volunteers, the PTA raises money to support enrichment programs, program instructors, educational assemblies and field trips, family events, and special classroom supplies.

As always, we need your membership, support and ability to volunteer. You can become a member using Totem, a respected membership management service. Please contact us with other thoughts on how we are doing, and your ideas on how you can become involved. We look forward to hearing from you.

Email: jonesdolphinspta@gmail.com
Website: https://jpjonespta.org/
Location: 2751 Greyling Drive, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (619)605-8800