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Dear Jefferson Leadership Academy Students and Families,

Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year at Jefferson Leadership Academy. Our faculty and staff are looking forward to seeing our students and families return to campus over the next two weeks. As you prepare for your child's return to school, here is some information about the next week as the JLA community gears up for the first day of school.

Our office will be open on August 18th to support enrollment, ParentVue, Annual Verification, and other parent and student needs.

Student schedules will be viewable on ParentVue on Friday, August 21st, after 5:00 p.m.

The first day of school is Tuesday, August 25th. This will be a minimum day, 8:00 a.m. - 1:10 p.m. Students may enter and exit school on Euclid and Mira Mar. It is recommended to use Mira Mar as there is less traffic at the back of the school. School hours for a regular day schedule are from 8:00 a.m. to 2:40 p.m.

The JLA community is thrilled that you and your child will be JLA proud this year. Your involvement is what makes JLA a great place to learn and grow.

In partnership,

Dr. Renée Shipman

Principal, Jefferson Leadership Academy

It's time for all parents to complete their child's Annual Verification in ParentVue. This step helps JLA stay connected with families and ensures our school continues to receive important funding from the state and federal government. When you fill out the income verification section, you help us secure funds for field trips, extracurricular activities, and on-campus staff. Please help JLA remain the best middle school in LBUSD by completing the Annual Verification process today.

7th and 8th Grade Return of the Jaguars will take place on August 19th from 9:00 - 11:00. This is a fantastic opportunity for students to prepare for the upcoming school year. Students will be able to purchase spirit wear and PE uniforms (Cash Only), review school procedures and expectations, and visit with other students and staff.

This year, we are seeking parents or caregivers interested in providing additional support for student events and activities, lunch supervision, and before- and after-school dismissal. If you are interested, please complete the VIPs application below to start the process.

• Visit our Standing in Solidarity page for resources and information designed to support our immigrant students and families.

Our schools are safe spaces. You belong here. We are here to support your child’s learning, safety, and well-being today and every day.

For school information, please use one of our many forms of communication. Visit and favorite/bookmark the Jefferson Leadership Academy Website https://jefferson.lbschools.net/ and follow our Instagram page @lbjefferson_jags.

Dr. Renée Shipman

Principal

Jefferson Leadership Academy

750 Euclid Avenue, Long Beach, Ca.90804

Email: RShipman@lbschools.net

Pronouns: she/her/hers