JACKSON JOTS FOR FAMILIES

MISSION

Lakewood...a family friendly, inclusive community dedicated to empowering every learner through innovation, collaborative problem-solving, and consistent communication.

VISION

Reimagining education, instilling community pride, inspiring future success.

NEVER HAVE I EVER!!!!

Dear Jackson Families,

What I wild start to the school year we have had! Who would have thought we would have to cancel school due to flooding! My hope for all of you is that you are safe and dry! Below you will see a picture with some community outreach supports that you can participate in or if you need hep will get you set up with support.

We look forward to see all of our students on Monday August 24th. Doors for students open at 8:30am!

We look forward to seeing everyone very soon!

Mrs. Beth Cline

JIM BASKETBALL JONES COMING TO JACKSON WEDNESDAY MORNING!

Our first assembly of the year kicks off with Jim Basketball Jones and his wonderful story of the power of Yet! He is offering a discounted price for his books for families that are interested. This is something new for our 3rd graders, but our 4th and 5th graders should remember this assembly!

HEBRON PIE FESTIVAL

MORE INFO!!!

Sign up for the 2026 Pie Royalty Contest!

We are looking for Lakewood students from each school grade who lead with heart, take pride in their community, and make a positive impact at school and beyond.

2026 Pie Royalty Application Link: https://forms.gle/DBNF9FxYo8bUz8dM6

Pie Royalty Application Deadline: Sunday September 6th

MEET OUR NEW DEAN OF STUDENTS!

GIRL SCOUTS INFORMATION!

EVERY MINUTE MATTERS IN EDUCATION!

As we begin the school year, we want to emphasize the importance of attendance. Under House Bill 410, schools must carefully track student absences by hours, not just days.

A student is considered:

Excessively absent if they miss 38 or more hours in a month or 65 or more hours in a year (excused or unexcused).
Habitually truant if they have 30+ consecutive hours, 42+ hours in a month, or 72+ hours in a year of unexcused absences.

How Parents/Guardians Can Help:

Make sure your child comes to school on time every day unless they are ill.
Schedule doctor’s appointments and family trips outside school hours when possible.
Stay in touch with us if your child must be absent so we can work together to keep them on track.
To be excused, the student must provide the office a written note from their parent or a medical professional within three (3) days stating the date and reason for the student’s absence.

Our goal is to work with families to build strong habits that lead to success in school and beyond. If you ever face challenges with your child’s attendance, please contact us—we are here to help.

Our district attendance guide is below!

ARRIVAL AT JACKSON AND LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY

When dropping off your students in the arrival line, please note that staff have to leave the arrival area and go to their classes in the building at 8:50am. Students are considered late to school after 8:50 am unless they ride a bus. If you arrive and there are no staff outside after 8:50am, please park your car and bring your student to the office . Thank you for your time and support in this matter.

STUDENTS WHO ARE EVERYDAY PICK UPS

Please be sure to send a note or call the office and let our secretary, Mrs. Shrigley, know if your child is going to be an everyday pick up. We have a checklist that helps us to dismiss these students each day. If the office is not aware that you child is a pick up, this will cause you a delay at dismissal.