The Cardinal Connection
March 4th, 2025
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.
Important Dates:
March 5th: Fundraising & Events Committee Meeting from 8 to 9 p.m. (VIRTUAL)
March 11th: In-person PTA Meeting at 6PM
March 13th: Parent Teacher Conferences...No School for Students
March 14th: No School for Students and Teachers
April 7th: PD and Records Day...No School for Students
April 14th-April 18th: Spring Break for Students and Teachers
🎭✨ Our J.O. Wilson Drama Players Need Your Support! ✨🎭
We’re beyond excited to present Beauty and the Beast Jr. at a brand-new location—the historic Atlas Theater in Washington, DC! But we can’t do it without you! While we’ve been working hard to raise funds, our efforts aren’t where we want them to be—or where they’ve been at this time in past years. Your support can help bring this magical production to life with costumes, sets, and lighting and also fund our Annual Drama Players Broadway Trip! 🎶 This incredible experience allows our students to witness professional theater and deepen their love for the arts.
🎟 Show Dates:
📅 May 23 at 7 PM
📅 May 24 at 1 PM & 5 PM
💡 Give today: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/JOWdrama25
Help us create unforgettable memories on stage and beyond! Thank you for supporting young artists and the power of the arts. 💛
#JOWDrama #BeautyAndTheBeast #SupportTheArts #AtlasTheater #BroadwayBound
Fundraising & Events Committee Meeting Wed. March 5, from 8 to 9 p.m. (VIRTUAL)
Help us plan the spring auction (scheduled for Friday, May 2), restaurant dine-outs, and other events. All are welcome to join us and get involved!
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83110855976?pwd=pT3FKv1U3eLCJzcpXBsY9IhHb9HvBT.1
Meeting ID: 831 1085 5976
Passcode: 461363
One tap mobile +13017158592,,83110855976#,,,,*461363# US (Washington DC)
Please email the PTA at info@jowilsonpta.org with any questions.
March General Body PTA Meeting (IN-PERSON) - Tues. March 11, from 6 to 7 p.m.
Dinner will be provided starting at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will start promptly at 6 p.m. Childcare will be provided for current J.O. Wilson students only.
*If you plan to attend and have student(s) in aftercare that ride the 6 p.m. bus back to J.O., you must arrive AND sign them out from the swing space before their scheduled bus departure time. If you do not, your child will be placed on the bus, and you will need to pick them up from 660 K Street NE.
🚍 Important Reminder: Bus Transportation Protocol 🚍
Morning Bus Shifts:
🔹 Two morning bus routes: 8:10 AM & 8:30 AM
🔹 8:10 AM Bus: All Pre-School students must ride this bus to ensure safety seats are available and a staff member can assist.
🔹 Pickup Location: 660 K Street, NE (J.O. Wilson)
Afternoon Bus Schedule:
🚍 Students must ride their assigned bus time only. No changes allowed.
🔸 3:30 PM Arrival at J.O. → All students NOT in after-school programs must take this bus.
🔸 5:00 PM Arrival at J.O.
🔸 6:00 PM Arrival at J.O.
Key Parent Reminders:
❗ Parents must pick up on time at 660 K Street, NE (J.O. Wilson). The bus cannot wait.
❗ If a student is not picked up, they will be taken to 810 26th Street, NE (Swing Space), and parents must pick them up from there.
❗ Two late pickups will result in termination from the afternoon bus service.
✅ If it’s more convenient, parents are encouraged to pick up students from aftercare.
Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring smooth transportation for all students! 🚍😊
📢 DCPS and Cardinal Families: Your Participation Matters Now More Than Ever! 📢
💡 Why Complete the Impact Aid Survey?
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! 🎓📚✨
📊 Unleash Your Child’s Inner Data Detective! 🔍
Turn everyday activities into fun learning opportunities! Help your child develop data and analytical skills at home through simple tasks like sorting toys, tracking screen time, or logging wildlife sightings. These hands-on activities encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving—building a strong foundation for future learning. Get started today and watch your child’s investigative skills grow! 🚀
