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Jones Dolphins Make a SPLASH!

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Week of May 5th... Week of May 5th...

For Translation...

Click on "Translate Newsletter" and select language of choice to translate letter.

*Arriba de esta pagina haga click "Translate Newsletter" y seleccione el idioma "SPANISH"*

*Nhấp vào "dịch Newsletter" và chọn ngôn ngữ của sự lựa chọn để dịch thư "VIETNAMESE"*

*انقر فوق "ترجمة النشرة الإخبارية" وحدد اللغة التي تختارها لترجمة الرسالة. "ARABIC"*

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Our Learning Community...

This week we are celebrating Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week, a special time each year when we pause to recognize the incredible educators and support staff who make a difference in the lives of our students every single day. For those who work in schools, knowing that their efforts are seen, valued, and appreciated means more than words can express. It fuels our passion and reinforces the deep sense of purpose that brought us to this work.


As we celebrate this week, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to you, our amazing Jones community. Thank you for the many ways you show the Jones team that our hard work, love, and dedication do not go unnoticed. Whether it’s a kind note, a thoughtful gesture, or your ongoing partnership, every act of appreciation lifts our spirits and reminds us why we love what we do.


Being a part of such a supportive and caring school community is both an honor and a privilege. Please know that our team does not take it for granted, we are truly grateful to work alongside you in service of our students.

This Friday... This Friday...

Circulate San Diego is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing mobility options and fostering vibrant, healthy neighborhoods throughout the San Diego region. They offer a variety of bicycle-related initiatives aimed at promoting safe and sustainable transportation and our PTA has partnered with them to bring the 1st Jones Elementary Bicycle Bus to fruition. Check it out, we would love for you to join us...

Be A Pro And Always Go... Be A Pro And Always Go...

For the final weeks of the Padres Attendance Challenge, any student who is here every day will be entered into a weekly drawing on Monday morning! Selected students will win prizes including Padres tickets, Seaworld tickets, and Manny Machado mini posters. Thank you to the San Diego Padres and San Diego Unified for donating the prizes to our site!

Future Ready Fridays in May... Future Ready Fridays in May...

Highlights from Last Week... Highlights from Last Week...

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Exploring history! Our 4th graders stepped back in time in Old Town during a fun and educational field experience.

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From adobe buildings to a one room schoolhouse, learning California history has never been more exciting!

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It was a day filled with stories, sights, and smiles in Old Town.

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State testing has started for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders! Our primary classrooms are cheering them on with lots of positive affirmations and inspiration!

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We are future ready! Every Friday in May show your future ready mindset by wearing your favorite college, university, or trade school gear!

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Future engineers at work! UTK students are building creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking skills one LEGO brick at a time.

Looking Ahead... Looking Ahead...

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May

5 - 9 - Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week

7 - Student Store

9 - PTA Bike Bus Event

9 - PTA SkateWorld Skate Night

12 - 4th & 5th Grade Instrumental Spring Concert @1:00 pm - Auditorium

13 - 16 - Scholastic Book Fair

15 - Bike to School Day

16 - Achievement Awards #3

16 - PTA Dine Out: Yogurt Lounge 2 - 7 pm (Association Meeting @5:30 pm)

20 - SSC/SGT

22 - Fire Drill

23 - Jones Jamboree

26 - No School: Memorial Day

27 - UTK Promotion - K1 @ 1:00 pm

27 - Kindergarten Promotion - Auditorium @ 1:00 pm

28 - 5th Grade Promotion - Auditorium @ 8:00 am

29 - Last Day of School - Extra Minimum Day (UTK-5th)

29 - AM Preschool Promotion - K2 @ 9:30 am

29 - PM Preschool Promotion - K2 @ 1:00 pm

Save the Date... Save the Date...

PTA Spotlight... PTA Spotlight...

The 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...

Additional Resources for Families... Additional Resources for Families...

Cinco de Mayo in San Diego

Cinco de Mayo in San Diego

List of over 60 Easter Events and Brunches in San Diego County for 2011.

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How to Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in San Diego

How to Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in San Diego

Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is a celebration of Asians and Pacific Islanders in the United States. The term AAPI includes people with origins from dozens of countries from the continent of Asia and the Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia. Learn more at www.asianpacificheritage.gov.

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| Asian Cultural Festival of San Diego

| Asian Cultural Festival of San Diego

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Check Out These Book Collections... Check Out These Book Collections...

Books for Kids

Books for Kids

Books for Kids MilitaryFamilyBooks.com

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Asian Pacific American Heritage Books for Kids

Asian Pacific American Heritage Books for Kids

A staff selection of Asian Pacific American titles for kids.

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Asian Americans Book List

Asian Americans Book List

The book list includes titles on Asian Americans and Asia for children, young adults, and educators.

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Jewish American Heritage Month: Picture Books

Jewish American Heritage Month: Picture Books

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Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month

Dedicated to supporting the industry and promoting children's books and reading

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Enrollment... Enrollment...

New Student Online Enrollment

New Student Online Enrollment

Changed title from Online Pre-Enrollment in Your Neighborhood School

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TK Enrollment... TK Enrollment...

TK enrollment has already started for the 2025-2026 school year. All TK applicants are guaranteed a placement within San Diego Unified School District. Jones has limited space for TK placements, once our classroom is full students will be offered placement at nearby schools that have space available.

*All neighborhood residents are guaranteed enrollment at Jones for Kindergarten-5th Grade!

Transitional Kindergarten (TK)

To enroll in UTK, first, identify your resident school using School Finder and enter your household address. Next, contact the resident school to inquire if there is space for the child. If the school confirms there is space available, then you may enroll.

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Summer School... Summer School...

Non District Community Organization Summer Camps... Non District Community Organization Summer Camps...

Due to reduced grant funding space is extremely limited and priority has been given to eligible students per the ELOP grant for District Summer Programs. Below please find resources for additional summer programs. These camps are not associated with Level Up Enrichment in partnership with the San Diego Foundation.

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www.sandiegosummercamps.com*

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*The linked website is provided for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with or endorsed by us. We recommend reviewing the website's content, privacy policy, and terms of service before proceeding.

2025 San Diego summer camps, 2025 San Diego camps, San Diego summer camps, San Diego camps

2025 San Diego summer camps, 2025 San Diego camps, San Diego summer camps, San Diego camps

2025 San Diego summer camps

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2025 Summer Camps & Programs

2025 Summer Camps & Programs

Discover the best summer camps in San Diego! From academic programs and animal encounters to drama, sports, and STEM camps, find the perfect camp for kids

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Creative Theater and Dance Summer Camps for San Diego Kids

Creative Theater and Dance Summer Camps for San Diego Kids

Are you searching for the perfect summer camp in San Diego that combines creativity, performance, and fun for your child? Look no further! San Diego boasts a variety of theater, drama and dance summer camps tailored for all kids. These programs are designed to ignite your child's passion for the performing arts, enhance their confidence and provide an unforgettable summer experience.

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Help Support Our 5th Graders... Help Support Our 5th Graders...

San Diego Unified Food Services San Diego Unified Food Services

Breakfast & Lunch Menus... Breakfast & Lunch Menus...

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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.

Food and Nutrition Services

Food and Nutrition Services

Our school meals provide a well balanced diet of healthy proteins, whole grains, a variety of dairy, and fresh fruits and vegetables. We source from local farmers and producers as much as possible, and we offer nutrition education and assistance with school gardens.

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Jones Elementary

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

New Student Online Enrollment

New Student Online Enrollment

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Enrollment

Enrollment

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Jones Elementary PTA

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
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JonesPTA/

Join the PTA at the link below... Join the PTA at the link below...

John Paul Jones Elementary PTA

John Paul Jones Elementary PTA

John Paul Jones Elementary PTA is dedicated to enriching the education experience for all Jones students. We welcome all Jones family members (extended family members too!) and members of the community who care to help our students. Thank you for your membership and support.

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Home - Jones Elementary School PTA

Home - Jones Elementary School PTA

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