September 2026 Newsletter

Welcome Back Generals!

I want to welcome everyone back for the 2026-2027 school year! I look forward to partnering with all of our families as we continue working together to ensure every student achieves excellence. We strongly encourage family engagement, so while we host two scheduled parent conference nights this year, please feel free to reach out to your child’s teachers whenever questions or concerns arise. Through our Title I funding, we have planned engaging family and community events throughout the year, and we hope to see you there. You can also stay up to date on your child's academic progress by checking FOCUS regularly.

Over the past year, Jackson made great academic strides in reading, math, and social studies. Our focus for this school year remains on helping every single student achieve meaningful learning gains. To support this goal, we are continuing our morning Generals Achievement Program (GAP) sessions before school, where teachers are available throughout the week to provide extra academic support.

Beyond the classroom, we encourage all Generals to get involved in extracurricular activities. Basketball season is kicking off now, followed by soccer, track, and girls' volleyball later in the year. Students can also join campus organizations like the National Junior Honor Society, Student Government Association, STEM Club, FCCLA, and Spanish Club.

We are proud of our school community and excited for the year ahead. We remain dedicated to providing a positive, energetic, and supportive environment built on high standards of excellence. Let's make the 2026-2027 school year our best one yet!

Jennifer Shockley, Principal

Our General Achievement Program offers “GAP” sessions where students can meet with their teachers before school for additional assistance with classwork, test preparation, and organizational strategies. Parents/Guardians, if you haven’t already completed the permission slip for GAP schedules, please do so as soon as possible.

Attention 8th grade Cambridge Parents. Last year, we veered away from the Tallahassee Field trip, and instead, traveled to see Embry-Riddle and Stetson University. The cost was minimal to parents as we were able to take school vans and had to pay for gas. Embry-Riddle is a fascinating college, and Stetson has a beautiful campus. This year, we are aiming to do two separate trips- one north and one south. Spaces will be limited and on a first come, first served basis; however, I will make sure to give plenty of notice for the dates. Stay tuned....

Respectfully,

Jessica L. Kriewaldt

🎶 Jackson Music Association Meeting 🎶

The Jackson Music Association supports all music disciplines, not just Band. We invite students, families, and supporters of our music programs to join us for our second meeting.

Date: September 28
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Band Room

We look forward to sharing updates, discussing upcoming events, and supporting all of the talented musicians at Jackson.

More Information Coming SOON!

Girls

7th Grade

8th Grade

Coach: April Sanders

Boys

Coach: Vyanna "V" Prince

Cheer Squad

Miley Buchanan

The FortifyFL app is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows anyone to instantly relay information to law enforcement and school officials. Students, staff, families, and members of the community can use the app to report school safety concerns anonymously and easily.

The SpeakOut Hotline (800) 423-TIPS is designed to help you anonymously report any threatening behavior or situation that endangers you, your friends, family, community, or your school campus. Reporting isn't "snitching,” reporting is when you need to keep yourself or someone you know safe from threats, harmful behaviors, or dangerous situations.

By guaranteeing a caller's anonymity, SpeakOut allows the caller to give information without the fear of retribution.

Dear Parents,

We are currently seeking volunteers to support our Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO). If you are interested in contributing your time and talents, please reach out to Mrs. Nicole Heron. She can be contacted directly or via email at heron.nicole@brevardschools.org

Your involvement makes a meaningful difference, and we greatly appreciate your support!

Prishonda S. Leonard, Ed.S.

Mrs. Davis