Jaguar Spots

Will it be TOY STORY 5 OR THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE? Students decide! They've been busy voting and the results will be revealed soon!

Mark your calendars for EJs Movie Night PLUS Title I Literacy Night!

One of EJs favorite fall traditions is back on October 2 at the EJ Field. Doors open at 5 PM, Literacy presentation at 5:30 PM and the movie starts at 6 PM.

Bring your camp chairs and blankets, grab pizza, popcorn, and snacks, catch up with other Jaguar families, and settle in for a movie under the stars!!

Our students will vote on this year’s movie (Toy Story 5 vs. The Super Mario Bros. Movie)! We’ll share the winner closer to the event!

Pizza: Pre-order for $16 by 7 PM on Sept. 29. A limited number of pizzas will also be available for $20 at the event.
https://tinyurl.com/PizzaPreorderOct2026

Big Screen Shout-Outs: Send a fun message to your child, thank a teacher, celebrate a birthday, or recognize someone special! Personalized shout-outs are $20 and will appear on the big screen from 5–6 PM before the movie.
https://tinyurl.com/BigScreen2026

Want to help make Movie Night happen? We’ll need volunteers throughout the evening:
https://tinyurl.com/EJEMovie2026

Thank you to EJ's amazing PTA for the first 'THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY' as they invited the EJ community to "PAWS", reflect & connect last week during dismissal.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month—a time for students, staff, families, and community members to learn how each of us can help prevent bullying and strengthen belonging. Fulton County Schools invites every school community to take simple, visible actions: make a new connection, stand up safely for others, make room at the table, and include everyone.

🐾 Calling All Jaguars! 💙💛

Join Esther Jackson Elementary for the Roswell Youth Day Parade! 🎉

The parade is on Saturday, October 3rd it starts at 10:00 AM at Roswell Area Park and the parade will travel approximately 2 miles, ending at First Baptist Church on Mimosa.

📣 Participants should arrive at 8:00 AM for lineup, with everyone lined up by 9:00 AM.

👕 Wear your EJES spirit wear! (And yes… this is definitely a great excuse to buy more! 😉)

Need accommodations for walking? Please let us know! We want everyone to be able to participate!

🙌 RSVP to participate and/or volunteer: https://forms.gle/9truRgL1BBtEo6847

Let’s show Roswell our Jaguar pride and represent Esther Jackson Elementary! 🐆💙💛

EJ's Kindergarten students and CHS's leaders are coming together for a very special event:

Knights Rising: From First Hello to Final Farewell!

This exciting celebration connects our brand-new kindergarteners (Class of 2039) with the graduating high school seniors (Class of 2027). Come cheer on the big kids and see what it means to be a true Knight!

• When: Thursday, October 22, 2026

• Time: 6:00 PM (Right after the fun Homecoming Parade!)

• Where: "The Fortress" at Centennial High School

Click here to sign up your future Knight today!

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Saturday, September 26, 2026

12:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Roswell City Hall

Free Services & Resources

• Free medical, dental, and vision screenings
• Free shoes, socks, and underwear (while supplies last)
• Free haircuts and new manicures
• Free groceries and food truck options
• Job fair connections and raffle/gift card giveaways

Family & Community Activities

• Kids zone with games and entertainment
• Live music and local coffee sampling
• Dedicated mental health resources and awareness (covering teen depression, addiction recovery, and suicide prevention)

Click HERE to learn more.

Roswell companies are looking for good employees!

September 26th

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Training Provided!

No Degree Necessary!

AVAILABLE POSITIONS IN:

Join Esther Jackson Elementary on Saturday, Feb 6th at 7:10PM for an exciting night with the Atlanta Gladiators! 🏒 Cheer on the Gladiators, enjoy an action packed night of hockey, and show your blue and yellow school spirit as Esther Jackson Elementary takes over the arena! 💙💛

🎉 But the fun doesn’t stop when the final buzzer sounds! Stick around after the game for an exclusive opportunity to step onto the ice, take your own slap shots and snap some awesome photos on the ice with your family and friends! It’s the perfect way to cap off an unforgettable night with the Gladiators! 💙💛🏒

🎟️ Get your discounted tickets here:https://www.gofevo.com/event/Estherjackson2

Fulton County Schools offers an Optional Device Protection Plan for student-issued devices. Families who wish to participate may enroll through Infinite Campus. The protection plan can help reduce out-of-pocket costs associated with certain accidental damage incidents involving school-issued devices.

Enrollment information, plan details, and step-by-step instructions are available on the Fulton County Schools website: Optional Device Protection Plan Information.

We encourage families to review the information and determine whether this optional protection plan is right for their student.

Celebrate your child's birthday or half birthday (if you have a summer birthday) with a birthday message on the digital board at the front of the school.

Click here for more information.

Please see the file below for more information on how to order EJ Spiritwear!

OR

Click here to order online.

Thank you to all the families who joined us for Curriculum Night! It was wonderful seeing our community come together to learn about the exciting year ahead.

If you were unable to attend—or if you simply want to review the information shared by our teachers—you can easily access all the grade-level presentations using the links below.

Pre-K

Kindergarten

1st Grade

2nd Grade

3rd Grade

4th Grade

5th Grade

K-2 One Pager

3-5 One Pager

The Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program is a USDA federally funded grant providing all enrolled students in participating elementary schools with a variety of free fresh fruit and vegetables during the school day – separate from the lunch or breakfast meal. The goal of this program is to expand the variety of fruits and vegetables children experience in a healthy school environment, increase consumption of fruits and vegetables and to make a positive impact on the students' future health.​

Give your child extra play time in the gym before class!

Aim for a 7:10 AM drop-off to maximize their fun.

The complete schedule is listed below.

East Roswell Food Pantry at Bridge to Grace Church (2385 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell) is open to our entire community, with pickup offered twice a week. Enjoy the convenience of ordering from home and picking up at the pantry!

HOURS:

Tuesday's: 10 AM - 1 PM

Thursday's: 1 PM - 4 PM

By Appointment ONLY

Questions? - Visit nfcchelp.org or call (470)568-3106

Enjoy School Breakfast and Lunch at NO COST!

We are excited to offer FREE breakfast and lunch to all students every school day. Nutritious meals help students stay energized, focused, and ready to learn. By providing meals at no cost, we are supporting student success and helping families save money. We encourage all students to take advantage of these healthy and delicious meal options each day!

OUR CHALLENGE TO OUR FAMILIES

• Support our students in attending at least 95% of the school year.
• Come back strong from our breaks, ready to learn!
• Students should strive to miss 8 or less days for the entire year.
• Aim for 1 absence or less per month.

SEPTEMBER 28TH - OCTOBER 2ND

• We want to encourage all students to return from Fall Break on September 28 ready to learn!
• Come back on these 5 days for a chance to win various prizes!

INCENTIVES

• Students will receive a ticket each day they are present from 2/22-22/26.
• A drawing will be held on 2/26.
• Prizes: Gift Cards, Items, Coupons, Vouchers

DID YOU KNOW?

Attendance is linked to:

• Academic Achievement
• Drop Out and Graduation Rate
• A Sense of Belonging

WHAT YOU CAN DO

• Set regular night and morning routines.
• Have a backup transportation plan.
• Schedule non-urgent appointments and trips during breaks.

Per Fulton County Schools Board Policy, families may request up to 5 Participated Remote Learning Days per semester (10 per school year). To be eligible, a request must be submitted using one of the following methods:

• Paper Form: Complete, sign, and return the Participated Remote Learning Day form sent home with students to their teacher.
• Online Form: Submit the Participated Remote Learning Day request through the online form, which is sent directly to Ms. Walker (Assistant Principal). Participated Remote Attendance Request Solicitud de asistencia remota participada – Fill out form

Students must complete all assigned work and submit it within 2 school days of the absence while meeting the teacher's participation requirements. Once the request has been received and all required work has been completed and returned on time, then Ms. Walker will update the student's attendance record to Participated Remote.

Please note that a Participated Remote Learning Day cannot be approved without a paper or online form requesting it from the parent or student. Absences that are not requested through one of these two methods will remain coded according to district attendance guidelines.

Student Success Skills are a set of standards that will be taught in all schools, to all students, by all teachers throughout the school year. These standards include six skills that are broken down into several standards across grade levels. Teaching these skills will support students in creating a foundation for managing emotions, healthy relationships, understanding and empathizing with others, being responsible and safe, and learning to cope with difficult life situations.

Click here to learn more in English.

Click here to learn more in Spanish.

Title I is a federally funded program designed to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality education and reach, at a minimum, proficiency on challenging state academic standards and state academic assessments. The Title I program focuses on the academic needs of the most disadvantaged students. (To translate some of these articles, you can Chrome or look for the Spanish tag and click on it. For Chrome, while on the article main page, right click the mouse button, and scroll down to translate to Spanish.)

Parents have rights and EJ is committed to them.

Parent Right to Know (English & Spanish

Why You Should Listen to Your Child Reading Aloud - It happens in every classroom. A student raises their hand, asking for help answering a question about the passage they just read. “Read it out loud to me,” the teacher responds. The student reads a couple sentences and suddenly pauses. “I got it!” they exclaimed. This is the power of a child reading aloud.

Why You Should Listen to Your Child Reading Aloud

How to Help Your Child with LD Have a Happy Holiday - The holiday season is a time for family togetherness, community, and friendship when we enjoy parties and fun celebrations. Unfortunately, children who struggle with social and behavioral problems can feel lonely and excluded during this happy time.

How to Help Your Child with LD Have a Happy Holiday

THE NATIONAL PTA WEBSITE - The Parents’ Guides to Student Success were developed by teachers, parents, and education experts in response to the Common Core State Standards that more than 45 states have adopted. Guides for grades K-8 Schools are available in both English and Spanish. These grade level guides will let you know what your student is expected to know.

National PTA Grade Guide

EJ has had a great start to the school year and would appreciate your support to create the best learning environment for our children. EJ PTA is seeking sponsorships from local businesses to enhance our educational programs and experiences for the whole family.

These sponsorships benefit our school in various ways:

1. Enrichment Programs:

Funding extracurricular activities and workshops for creativity and growth.

2. Classroom Resources:

Providing teachers with tools for engaging lessons.

3. School Events:

Celebrations during school hours including Teacher Appreciation Week and 5th grade graduation.

4. Family Events:

Fun filled events held at the school including Bingo Night, Movie Night, Spring Carnival, Donuts with Grownups, and Loved Ones Luncheon.

We would be grateful for any connections with businesses interested in supporting our school. Parents, if you have a business- any contribution, financial or in-kind, is greatly appreciated. Ideas for additional fundraising is also always welcome.

Please click here for more information or contact Helen Loiacono for EJES PTA business sponsorships at HelenLoiacono@icloud.com

Thank you for your dedication to our school! It truly takes a village.

Help earn money for Esther Jackson!

1. Download BoxTops app from Apple App Store or Google Play.

2. Find and sign up under Esther S Jackson Elementary School.

3. Use the app to scan your receipt with 14 days of purchase to see if you have made any eligible purchases.

4. Pat yourself on the back for helping out your wonderful school!

Money Raised to Date: $59.80

Goal: $500

SEPTEMBER

21-25 - Fall Break - NO SCHOOL

24 - Professional Development/Teacher Workday - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

25 - Professional Development/Teacher Workday - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

OCTOBER

2 - Custodian Appreciation Day!

2 - Movie Night & Literacy Night, EJ Back Field, 5:00 PM

3 - Roswell Youth Day Parade

Oct 5-9 - Georgia Pre-K Week

8 - Fall Picture Day

12 - Holiday - NO SCHOOL

13 - FCS Board Work Session - North Learning Center, 12:30 PM - 7:30 PM

21 - College and Career Day - wear your college gear!

22 - FCS Board Meeting - South Learning Center, 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM

22 - Centennial Homecoming Parade

23 - Donuts with Grownups, 7:10 AM

Oct 26-30 - Red Ribbon Week

Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/estherjacksones
Location: 1400 Martin Road, Roswell, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-5290
Twitter: @ejjaguars