Campus Newsletter

Dear A.W. Jones Elementary Families and Community,

The start of a brand-new school year is just around the corner, and we are excited to welcome our Eagles back on Wednesday, August 12, 2026!

Throughout the summer, our staff has been hard at work preparing classrooms, planning engaging learning experiences, and ensuring that every space is ready to welcome students on the first day. We are looking forward to another year filled with learning, growth, meaningful relationships, and unforgettable moments.

We hope you'll join us for Meet the Teacher on Friday, August 7. This special event is a wonderful opportunity to meet your child's teacher, explore the classroom, drop off school supplies, and help your child feel confident and excited for the first day of school. Additional details will be shared as the event approaches.

As we prepare for an amazing school year, we encourage families to:

• Verify that your contact information is current.

• Watch for important back-to-school communications, including arrival and dismissal procedures.

• Follow our campus social media pages for updates, celebrations, and reminders.

• Begin reestablishing school routines by adjusting bedtimes, practicing morning routines, and talking with your child about the excitement of a new school year.

At A.W. Jones Elementary, we know that strong partnerships between school and home are the foundation of student success. Thank you for trusting us with your children each day. It is a privilege to serve your family, and we are excited to begin another year of learning, growth, and achievement together.

We can't wait to welcome our Eagles back on Wednesday, August 12, for what is sure to be an outstanding 2026–2027 school year.

See you soon, Eagles!

With gratitude,
Dr. Darnisha Harvey

Principal, Jones Elementary

Aldine ISD will be hosting their annual back to school expo on July 30th from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the M.O. Campbell Education Center, 1865 Aldine Bender Road. Click the picture below for more details!

• July 22nd - HAC Support in LMC (8:00 - 11:00 AM, 3:00 - 6:00 PM)
• July 29th - HAC Support in LMC (8:00 - 11:00 AM, 3:00 - 6:00 PM)
• August 7th - Meet the Teacher (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
• August 12th - First Day of School
• August 17th - Beginning of the Year Testing begins

Jones Elementary will be utilizing TalkingPoints as a form of two-way communication with families. Families have three easy ways to use TalkingPoints and to communicate with their children’s teachers for free! They can use text messaging, download the separate app - TalkingPoints for Families - or they can use it on the web at TalkingPoints for Families.

Please be mindful that TalkingPoints is connected to your Home Access Center (HAC) Account so please continue to keep phone numbers updated to stay in the know with all the amazing things happening at GPE.

We are also asking that all 1st-5th grade students bring a set of wired earbuds or headphones with a built-in microphone.

Aldine ISD will require all students to use clear or mesh backpacks for all grade levels and district events. This new policy is part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring a safe environment for our students, staff, and families. Only clear or mesh backpacks will be permitted — no other types of backpacks will be allowed.

Thank you for supporting our efforts to prioritize safety across the district!

Our instructional day begins at 7:35 AM and dismissal begins at 3:10 PM.

• Our doors open at 7:00 AM daily for students.
• BREAKFAST IS SERVED IN THE CAFE AT 7:00 AM.
• Students arriving after 7:35 AM are considered tardy and must be escorted in by a parent.
• We ask that all students are picked up no later than 3:30 PM.
• In order to ensure a smooth dismissal process, students will not be released early beginning at 2:30 PM. If you must pick up your child early due to an appointment, please do so before 2:30 PM.

Home Access Center provides parents and guardians with helpful information to support and guide their children through the educational process. Parents can access a convenient web portal to view their student’s test scores, attendance, assignments, discipline records, and more information available anywhere and at any time. Click here for more information!

Stay connected with us throughout the school year for important updates, reminders, event highlights, and celebrations.

👉 Follow us at: Jones Elementary - Aldine ISD

We can’t wait to share all the amazing things happening on campus!

We can't wait to see you all when school officially begins! In the meantime, if you have questions, please feel free to contact us at (281) 446-6168.