The Jacobs Journal

This week, we kicked off MCAS in grades 4 and 5. In addition to the hard work and focus students showed during testing, they were also able to enjoy some well deserved celebrations. Mornings began with a special breakfast that included breakfast sandwiches, french toast, smoothies, and yogurt with fresh strawberries, along with music and time spent with therapy dogs before a parade through the halls. Throughout testing, healthy snacks, gum, and fidgets were delivered to each classroom thanks to parent volunteer Jessica O’Mara and the many families who donated. After testing, students had the opportunity to choose their specialists, followed by a celebration in the cafeteria with snacks, drinks, and prizes earned through tickets collected during the test. These moments are a reflection of the effort our students put forth and are well deserved.

Aligned with our drive for high achievement and growth also comes a strong focus on attendance. On the 90th day of school, attendance letters were sent to families whose child had missed 9 or more days of school, as those students were on pace to be identified as chronically absent, defined as missing 18 days or 10 percent of the school year. As we approach day 120, letters will be sent again to families whose children have missed 12 or more days. These letters are meant to inform and keep families aware of attendance trends. No response is required unless there is an error that needs to be addressed.

Next week, Merlin from Playful Engineers returns to the Jacobs. On Tuesday, all students in Kindergarten through grade 4 will participate in the Artful Mechanisms program, a hands on workshop that complements our STEAM work. Students will create kinetic art using everyday materials, exploring motion, design, and creativity with support from our specialist team. We are grateful to provide opportunities like this, that bring learning to life in such a meaningful way. Merlin will also be back the night of our Art and STEAM Show in May. Thank you to our PTO for bringing this engaging experience back to the Jacobs School.

Lastly, families of 7th grade students are invited to attend the Middle School Science Fair tonight from 4:00 to 5:30 PM. Come see the creativity and hard work of our 7th grade scientists. (Please enter through the receiving doors near the cafeteria.) Tomorrow, our elementary students will have the opportunity to enjoy presentations from our 7th graders during the school day, continuing to build connections across grade levels.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and partnership as we work together to provide the very best experience for our students.

-Mr. Shaw

Attention Jacobs Youngsters! Our next Pajama Story Hour is scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, at 5:00pm. Come prepared for a story and craft, and don't forget to wear your pajamas!

Session 3 will begin on April 13, so this is your last chance to raise your hand and teach a class! Ms. Hyde plans to open student sign-ups next week. Click on the flyer-link to the left for more information.

As a reminder, if your child has been diagnosed with lice, school policy requires that they be checked by the school nurse prior to returning to the classroom. This helps ensure that students can rejoin school comfortably and minimizes the spread within our community.

Mrs. Yakubian is also available to provide guidance and helpful resources for treatment and prevention if needed. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your cooperation and support.

Ms. BW's Drama Survey

4th and 5th grade have MCAS ELA under their belts! Next up, grades 3, 6, & 7 conquer their ELA exams on April 7 & 9! Donations are still being accepted for our MCAS "You Rock" snack and fidget toy boxes. Please click on the flyer for more information.

Grades 3, 6, & 7

• ELA: April 7 & 9
• Math: May 12 & 14

Grades 4 & 5

• Math: May 5 & 7

Grade 5 Only

• STE: May 18 & 20

We are excited to share that the PTO is funding an author visit with children’s author Josh Funk for our K–5 students this Monday, March 30. His presentation will help make reading and writing feel real, exciting, and possible for children as he shares his own childhood writing, and shows students how authors brainstorm, revise, and persevere. Students will also take part in an interactive “Cooking Up Characters” activity that builds creativity and confidence. We know this special school-wide experience will inspire our students as readers and writers.

Students will have the opportunity to have books signed, if they bring one in. We have found the cheapest way to order is through amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=josh+funk&crid=323YZVMK5UWNT&sprefix=josh+funk%2Caps%2C528&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

Josh Funk’s website: www.joshfunkbooks.com

The following classes have library next week:

McMurdie, Rosado, Perniola, Hall, Wilson/Lees, Massari, Campanini, Shields

Preschool Registration for the 2026-2027 School Year is now open! If you have a child who will be 3 or 4 years old at the start of the next school year, it's time to register for preschool! Please email Amy Hyde at ahyde@hullpublicschools.us for additional information.

If your child will be 5 years old by September 1 and is not already a student at the Jacobs Preschool, it's time to register for kindergarten! Please go to our website to start the registration process, or contact Katy Rae Abatuno at kabatuno@hullpublicschools.us for more information. Eligible students already enrolled in Hull Integrated Preschool at the Jacobs School will automatically advance to kindergarten ─ no re-registration is needed.

Send RAD Photos of your Pirates having fun in their Core Value T-Shirts or School Colors to lrajan@hullpublicschools.us and we'll add them to the slide show at our monthly assembly! Kids love seeing themselves and their friends on the big screen!

Mar 26 ─ JMS Science Fair 4-5:30pm in cafetorium TODAY!

Mar 30 ─ Author Josh Funk visits K-5

Mar 31 ─ Playful Engineers Day

Apr 2 ─ Grades 6 & 7 to Holly Hill Farm

Apr 2 ─ Grade 5 Cyberbullying Presentation

Apr 3 ─ No School (Good Friday)

Apr 7 & 9 ─ MCAS Grades 3, 6, & 7 ELA

Apr 8 ─ Pajama Story Hour 5pm

Apr 13 & 27 ─ School Committee 6:30pm @ HHS

Apr 13 ─ PTO Meeting 7pm @ Jacobs Library

Apr 15 ─ JACOBS HAS TALENT!!! 5:30-7pm

Apr 16 ─ Grade 2 to Mass Audubon Bird Sanctuary

Apr 20 ─ No School (Patriots Day)

Apr 21-24 ─ No School (April Vacation)

Apr 27 ─ Back to school

Apr 29 ─ 11:55 Dismissal

Apr 29 ─ Jacobs School Council 3:15pm

Jacobs Calendar April 2026

Online Breakfast & Lunch Menus

Lillian M. Jacobs School

Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC)

Title I Report Card Annual Letter 2026

Jacobs Elementary School 2026 Winter Concert

Jacobs Middle School 2026 Winter Concert

All Ages Karaoke Party at the C-Note April 3! NEW!

Boston Harbor Islands National Park Junior Ranger Program NEW!

Experience Holly Hill Farm May 2 on Cohasset Common!

Hull Youth Soccer In-Town Registration is Open!

Learn to Sail at Hull Yacht Club!

Boosters Quiz Night TOMORROW NIGHT!

In-Town Lacrosse Registration is Open!

Holly Hill Farms Summer Programs

Baseball Registration is Open!

Join the Cub Scouts!

CORI Form -- (Required to participate in school activities, field trips, etc.) Submit completed forms at the school office. Don't forget to bring your ID!

Hull PTO Gift Card Program

Read-A-Thon Wrap-Up Assembly 3/20/26 NEW!

Read-A-Thon & Dress-Up Days, March 2026

Grade 5 Visits South Shore Art Center 3/4/26

3rd Annual Staff v. JMS Student Basketball Game 2/13/26

NE Free Jacks Visit Jacobs!

100th + PATS + Free Jacks + Spirit Day 2/6/25

JES Winter Concert 2/5/26

Global School Play Day 2/4/26

JMS Winter Concert 1/29/26

Royal Tea Party 1/29/26

Jacobs Express/JMS STEAM Challenge 12/23/25

Jacobs Drama Club's Dear Edwina JR 12/18/25

5th Grade Watershed Program 11/21/25

1st Grade Balloon Parade!

Pep Rally & Turkey Trot 2025!

1st Grade Book-O-Lanterns 2025

Jacobs Halloween 2025

Preschoolers on the Firetruck!

Jacobs Garden - Summer 2025