May Jefferson Update
Spring 2025
A Note From the Principal:
Dear Jefferson Families,
As we approach our state testing window this month, I want to share some thoughts on helping your children be at their best during this time. Please ensure your student gets plenty of rest the nights before testing—aim for 9-10 hours of sleep for elementary-aged children. A nutritious breakfast is equally important, providing the brain fuel needed for focus and stamina. If mornings are rushed at home, remember our school breakfast program is available to all students beginning at 8:05 am.
While state assessments provide valuable data about academic progress, I'd like to emphasize that these tests represent just one measure among many of your child's growth and development. Every day at Jefferson, we witness your children's creativity in art class, their teamwork on the playground, their kindness toward classmates, their persistence when faced with challenges, and their curiosity about the world around them. These qualities aren't captured on standardized tests but are essential to their development as learners and citizens. Please remind your children that while we want them to try their best, these tests don't define who they are or what they're capable of achieving.
Warmly,
Mrs. Ziemer
Next week, May 5-9, is Teacher Appreciation Week! This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to express their gratitude to the incredible educators who inspire, guide, and support them every day.
On Tuesday (May 6th) we invite all students to bring handcrafted notes, cards, and/or pictures to school to give to their teachers. These heartfelt creations mean so much to our teachers and will brighten their week.
Your child can create something as simple as a colorful drawing or as detailed as a handwritten letter sharing a favorite memory or what they appreciate most about their teacher.
Thank you for helping us celebrate the dedicated teachers who make such a difference in our children's lives!
Spring Planning
For families of 5th grade students moving to middle school....
Though your student has likely been in-compliance with their immunizations throughout elementary school, the state requires that students receive a Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap) vaccination after their 11th birthday. For most of our students, this means they will need a booster before entering middle school.
Please schedule your student's well child check appointment so they can receive their vaccine and remain in-compliance with state immunization requirements.
Nurse Lauri
Jefferson Elementary - 360-428-6128
We are excited for so many of our May events!
One focus for the month is on attendance. We will be having an attendance celebration on Friday, May 16th for any classroom that was able to average 95% for 3 weeks! Attending school helps with routine, habit, focus, friends and learning.
Our school will also have a bike bus every Friday in May. The Skagit Cycle Club will be on campus Wednesday, May 7th from 1-2:30 to offer bike repairs. We will also be meeting with our Bike Club students to go over expectations and safety. There is a change on the Bike Club day for the 28th. That is a full day so we will have Bike Club from 3-4:30.
Getting out on bikes is fun, a great coping strategy, helps students make friends and get our students moving!
Yay for May!
Happy Spring, Jefferson Eagles!
Thank you for participating in our Coin Drive. We are still collecting through Friday, May 2nd. Keep sending them in to bring us closer to our goal!
Our MOD Pizza fundraiser brought in $97.09. Thank you for enjoying pizza and helping JPG!
Our next restaurant fundraiser is at Chipotle on Tuesday, May 13th. Mark your calendars!
Our next meeting is on Thursday, May 8th at 6 pm in the Staff Room. We have a busy month of activities around the school that JPG is helping with, and we need your assistance with supplies and volunteering. We will also discuss end-of-the-year events around the school and lining up next year's kick-off. We want your voice and opinion, so join us!
