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This week, the State of California and San Diego Unified will participate in the Great Shake Out, an Earthquake Drill, making it the perfect time to review our school’s emergency procedures. Our top priority is keeping students and staff safe. In any emergency, our staff work together following established procedures until San Diego Unified School Police, San Diego Police Department, and/or the San Diego Fire Department arrive to support and assume control over operations. Here are the emergency scenarios our site is prepared for...

Shelter-In-Place

• Used when it’s safer to stay inside (e.g., severe weather, environmental hazards, animal on campus).

• Students and staff quickly move indoors, doors and windows are closed. All classrooms are equipped with emergency kits containing basic supplies that are designed to support students and staff if there is a need to remain in a shelter-in-place situation for an extended period of time.

• Everyone remains inside until an official “All Clear” is given.

Lockdown

• Used when there is a dangerous person or situation on or near campus.

• Students and staff quickly gather inside, doors are locked, blinds closed, and everyone stays quiet away from windows and doors. All classrooms are equipped with emergency kits containing basic supplies that are designed to support students and staff if there is a need to remain in a lockdown situation for an extended period of time.

• No one leaves the space until an official “All Clear” is given.

Earthquake

• Everyone “Drops, Covers, and Holds On” under desks or tables to protect their heads.

• Wait for the “All Clear” or a signal to evacuate to a designated safe area.

Fire

• A fire alarm signals evacuation.

• Students and staff calmly exit the building, moving to the designated evacuation area.

• Remain outside until the “All Clear” is given.

You play an important role in school safety too! Here is how families can help...

• Keep your contact information up to date in the school office (see link below for directions).

• Add any trusted friends or family members to your child’s emergency contact list, so they are authorized to pick up your child if needed.

• Practice your own safety drills at home to prepare your family for emergencies.

Remember: In the event of an emergency, regular operations at the school site pause until the "All Clear" is given. All staff are following emergency response protocols which means our office will not be answering phones or opening the office space to visitors. During this time we will work to communicate updates as soon as possible and as often as needed, which is why updated contact information is so important. Once the “All Clear” is given, staff will then support any necessary reunification, student check-outs, or follow-up phone calls to ensure all students are safely connected with their families.

The air is crisp, the pumpkins are glowing, and that can only mean one thing… our Fall Festival is almost here! 🕸️✨ This frightfully fun event is brought to life by our amazing PTA and it wouldn’t be possible without the help of our wonderful families and staff.

There are many ways to get involved:
🦇 Volunteer your time at the festival
🍬 Donate treats, decorations or supplies

🚗 Decorate your trunk for the Trunk or Treat

🎃 Join in the fun by attending with your family

Every little bit of support helps make this spooky celebration a success! Please use the Sign Up Genius link below if you are able to help contribute:

Sign Up Genius Link

Thank you for being the magic behind the scenes—it’s going to be a spooktacular night thanks to YOU! 🧙‍♀️🕷️ With pumpkin spice and gratitude!

October

16 - California Shake-Out: Earthquake Drill

18 - San Diego Wave FC Game (See Flyer Below)

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

17-21 - Scholastic Book Fair - Library

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...

Exploring Solutions will be hosting The College Showcase on THURSDAY, October 16th, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the Scripps Ranch High School gym. This event will provide San Diego Unified students and families with a valuable opportunity to connect directly with college admissions counselors and learn more about higher education options.

Event Details:

Date & Time: Thursday, October 16th | 6:00–8:00 p.m.

Location: Scripps Ranch High School Gym/ 10410 Falcon Way/ San Diego /92131

Participating Colleges: Over 90 institutions, including many UC and Cal State campuses, as well as private, small, midsize, and large universities from across California and the United States.

The College Showcase is designed to expand access and awareness of postsecondary opportunities for all San Diego Unified students. We hope students from across our district will take advantage of this event, especially those who may be exploring college options for the first time.

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