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As we enter mid-September, we want to take a moment to celebrate the diversity and vibrancy that make our school community so special. This month, we are excited to honor Latinx Heritage Month, a time to reflect on and celebrate the rich cultural contributions of Latinx communities. Through stories, music, art, and history, we are proud to recognize the many ways Latinx individuals have shaped our world and continue to inspire us today. To help bring these celebrations into your homes, we have included a collection of Latinx stories and books in the Book Collections section of this newsletter. We encourage you to explore these books with your children, creating meaningful conversations and connections at home.

We also want to highlight the professional development happening right here at our school. Mrs. Petersen and Ms. Carson are currently attending district mathematics trainings to enhance their expertise around our new curriculum. Their commitment to bringing back new insights and strategies to our school is inspiring. We are so fortunate to have them leading the charge in creating a collaborative, growth-focused learning environment for our team. Their leadership will empower our teachers and support staff and in turn, support the growth and success of our students.

Finally, we cannot contain our excitement about the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) work happening across the school! From coding and robotics to creative book projects, the energy and enthusiasm in our classrooms are palpable. Our students are diving into these hands-on learning experiences with such curiosity and passion. We are so proud of the innovative work happening and look forward to seeing all of the amazing things our students will continue to create.

The 2025-26 Family Resource Guide (formerly Facts for Parents) is now available in the PowerSchool Parent Portal. This guide includes important updates, family resources, and district policies for the new school year.

Please log in to Parent Portal to:

• Review the Family Resource Guide.

• Complete the one-question confirmation form.

• Fill out the Universal Form (media release, technology use, discipline acknowledgement).

Families have from Friday, Sept 19-Friday, Dec 19 to complete the form.

Completing these required forms ensures your child can participate in media events, have their work showcased, and access important school resources.

Need help? Visit the Parent Portal resource webpage or contact our school office.

You can also check out these videos for help completing the forms.

Family Resource Guide Video:

• How to Complete and Submit the Family Resource Guide Survey Form

Universal Form Video:

• How to Complete and Submit the Universal Form in the Parent Portal

Thank you for taking this important step to support your student’s success this year!

September

26 - Spotlight Leadership Assembly Habit #1 (All families are welcome, specific invitations will be sent home with those students who are being recognized.)

29 - SSC/SGT Meeting - Virtual

October

1 - Clean Air & Walk to School Day

3 - Family Workshop: Social Emotional Learning - 7:45 am - 8:30 am

7 - Moms Pie House PTA Fundraiser Begins

10 - Extra Minimum Day (TK-5th) - 11:40/11:50 Dismissal

10 - Intervention Conferences - Afternoon

13 - No School: Non-Instructional Day

17 - California Shake-Out

20-24 - Health & Wellness Week

20-24 - PTA Spooky Gram Sales

23 - VAPA Arts Rotation #2

24 - PTA's Fall Festival & Trunk o' Treat

27 - SSC/SGT Meeting - Virtual

31 - Costume Parade (Right after the morning bell, families are welcome)

November

4 - Last Day to Order Moms Pie House PTA Fundraiser

10 - No School: Non-Instructional Day

11 - No School: Veterans Day

12-13 - PTA Dine Out: Mr. Moto Pizza Mission Valley

13 - End of Trimester 1

14 - Achievement Awards

17-21 - Conferences: Minimum Days ALL Week

20 - Turkey Trot (am)

20 - Pie Pick Up - PTA Moms Pie Fundraiser

24-28 - No School: Fall Break

The Jones PTA plays a crucial role in fostering strong family engagement at Jones Elementary. By organizing activities that bring families, students, and staff together, the PTA helps grow a stronger sense of belonging within our school community. These events not only strengthen relationships but also empower families to be active participants in their children's education, enhancing student success and building a supportive, collaborative school environment. Thank you for the leadership of our PTA Executive Board members, the volunteers that plan and execute PTA events, and all of you who participate! Check out what our PTA is up to...

Did you know that just 15 minutes of reading each day can make a world of difference in your child’s learning journey? Whether you are reading to your child, reading together, or listening to them read aloud, it all counts and it all matters!

Reading at home builds more than just literacy skills. It strengthens vocabulary, improves comprehension, and develops a lifelong love of learning. In fact, children who are read to daily are exposed to 1.4 million more words by the time they start school than children who are not. That kind of language exposure lays a strong foundation for both academic success and confident communication.

Just as importantly, books also help children grow socially by allowing them to step into other people’s experiences, see the world from different perspectives and practice empathy and kindness. Stories have the power to spark cultural awareness, build understanding and nurture the skills that help our students become not only successful learners, but also compassionate human beings.

Here are a few ways to make reading a special part of your routine:

• Choose a cozy time and space to read together

• Let your child pick the book (even if it’s the same one again!)

• Ask questions about the story to boost comprehension

• Model a love for reading by enjoying your own book nearby

The best part, your family has access to an endless amount of books through the internet and the Public Library. Looking for something new to read? Check out the links below for inspiration...

We love celebrating our neighborhood schools and staying connected to the exciting things happening just down the road. Click the link below to see what has been going on at Taft Middle School. It’s a great way to learn about their events, programs, and all the opportunities our students will enjoy when they move on to middle school!

Here is a link to the San Diego Unified Food Services Website where you can find allergy and nutritional information on foods served at schools. Foods not found on our regular school site menu will be listed individually under the "Alternate Menu Items" section.

If you ever have general questions about the food services at school sites you can reach out to foodandnutritionservices@sandi.net. To connect directly with the Jones Cafe Manager you can email Elena Nieto at enieto@sandi.net.

Click on the clink below to find the most current breakfast and lunch menus...

Our mission is to ensure ALL students meet or exceed grade level expectations through rigorous, high-quality, standards based instruction in a safe, nurturing, collaborative learning environment where all students are preparing to be global citizens, college and career ready.

Check out our school website for PeachJar Flyers, Counseling Resources, Family Handbook, Staff Contact Lists, After School Programs, Enrollment Information and so much more!

Email: contact@sandi.net
Website: https://jones.sandiegounified.org/
Location: 2751 Greyling Drive, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (619) 605-8800
Facebook: facebook.com/JonesElementary
Instagram: @jonesdolphins

Our Parent Teacher Association works with Jones Elementary to provide programs and support to benefit the students, their families, teachers, school administration and the community. Run entirely by volunteers, the PTA raises money to support enrichment programs, program instructors, educational assemblies and field trips, family events, and special classroom supplies.

As always, we need your membership, support and ability to volunteer. You can become a member using Totem, a respected membership management service. Please contact us with other thoughts on how we are doing, and your ideas on how you can become involved. We look forward to hearing from you.

Email: jonesdolphinspta@gmail.com
Website: https://jpjonespta.org/
Location: 2751 Greyling Drive, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: (619)605-8800