Jefferson Elementary

We are looking for a diverse group of Jefferson Community members to lend their voices and faces to a special video project showcasing the heart of Jefferson. Students, Staff, Family members...your voice is an essential part of our story!!!

The Details

We want to make this as easy and fun as possible! Here is what to expect:

• The Script: You’ll be reading from a short, pre-written script.

• Preparation: We will send you the script about a week before filming so you have plenty of time to review and feel comfortable with the lines.

• Filming Dates: Recording will take place April 9 , April 14 and May 5. (tentatively)

Who We Are Looking For

We want our video to reflect our entire community. We are seeking:

• Students from all grade levels.

• Staff Members from every department (Instructional, Administrative, Facilities, and Nutrition).

• Community Members voice from our Jefferson families on their Jefferson experience

So how do I sign up??? Fill out this Google form if you are interested and I will connect you with additional details around this exciting experience! Thank you for your time and consideration!!!

Fill out this Google Form by April 1st @ 3:00 pm: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTSU_Pmp-p5Q_UX1e69kPlA0Ot5TKahc4rlauGeP7EuYM6LA/viewform?usp=header

Our 1st graders had a "feathered" friend visit this week to kick off their newest inquiry-based unit on incubation and life cycles! A huge thank you to Farmer Becky from Red Rebel Rooster Farm for spending time with our students.

Highlights of the Visit:

• Meet the Quails: Students practiced their observation skills and had the chance to pet Farmer Becky’s quails.

• New Tech: Teachers introduced the concept of "candling"—a technique using external light to peek inside an egg and monitor growth.

• Next Steps: Over the next few weeks, our young researchers will use these tools to track real-time changes as they wait for their eggs to hatch!

This hands-on experience connects our students directly to the natural world and sets the stage for weeks of questioning, data collection, and discovery.

On Friday, March 13th, our gym was buzzing with excitement as we hosted 33 brilliant Science Fair participants! It was incredible to see so many cool and interesting projects from our young scientists, whose curiosity and hard work were on full display.

We were especially honored to welcome 6th–8th grade students from the DMMS Conservation Club, who served as guest judges. They provided thoughtful feedback and encouragement to our 3rd–5th grade presenters, making it a wonderful mentorship experience for everyone involved.

The energy in the room was fantastic! It was a joy to see so many families, loved ones, and fellow Jefferson students stopping by to ask questions and show their support.

We are now excited to announce that we will be sending a handful of students to Regionals, where they will represent our school and compete against other young scientists from across the region. We are so proud of all our participants for their dedication and scientific spirit!

Mrs.Ochoa and Ms.Berdan

Celebrating our JAGS Leaders! Students who went above and beyond this week were nominated for a special lunch with the principal. These leaders stood out by being prepared, acting safely, showing respect, and always giving their best effort. We had a blast celebrating their hard work!

Each month, we will send attendance letters to families of students who have reached an absence threshold as defined by state attendance requirements. When your student reaches a specific number of tardies, excused absences, or unexcused absences, you will receive a letter sharing this information.

These letters are intended to support our partnership with families in promoting consistent attendance. Consistent attendance means students are present at least 90% of the time.

If you have any questions about attendance, please do not hesitate to reach out. We are happy to review attendance guidelines with you and discuss your student’s current attendance record.

Early Childhood Screening is required before your child can start kindergarten.

This free screening is an important step in supporting your child’s readiness for school. It helps identify strengths and areas where your child may need support in development, vision, hearing, and overall health—giving families and schools valuable information to ensure a strong start in kindergarten.

If your child has not yet been screened, please visit https://mapsisd77ecs.youcanbook.me/ to book an appointment. For additional questions about Early Childhood Screenings, please call (507) 625-4620.

Construction on West High School continues to move along! West High School will be the future home for some of our Jefferson Jags as they head into High School.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_W_jhDeHapTid-4BQY9-6pHQoZjg4hE5/view?usp=sharing

Come join the fun at our April PTO meeting on Tuesday, April 7 at 6:00 PM in the Jefferson STEM Room! We’ll have free pizza and free childcare, so you can relax, connect with other families, share your ideas, and help support our school community. It’s a great chance to stay involved and see what’s happening at school. All families are welcome—we’d love to see you there! 🍕🎉

The Jefferson Carnival is coming up, and we’re looking for volunteers to join the planning committee! If you’re interested, please fill out the link. The first meeting will take place within the next week or two.

Traditionally, Jefferson has always provided after school child care on site through our ACES program. We are looking to provide that same care before school for our families who need it. If you are interested click on the link below for details.

Summer ACES registration opened on Wednesday, March 11th

Wanna see what you are in for? https://youtu.be/xI4vprbHd4YACES Program Experience

Still have questions ... book a quick phone call with Amy.

If you'd like to book a phone call with us, we'd love to answer all your questions. Please use the link.

We can answer questions about registration, registration software, billing/payments, what a typical day of programming looks like, etc.