October 6, 2023

I want to congratulate and thank our students and their families for their tremendous efforts and support of this year's Jog for Jefferson! We exceeded our goal of raising $30,000, which not only made for a thrilling celebration but also means that the PTO will be able to continue supporting the many activities and special programs here at Jefferson. Included in this edition of the Jefferson Journal are pictures from our Jog for Jefferson celebration and highlights from the many accomplishments celebrated.

Thank you again for your amazing support of our students!

Mr. Schmidt

Jefferson Elementary and GJPS are fortunate to welcome students and families from all over the world. Make plans to attend Jefferson Elementary's Celebrate Culture Night. Evening Events will include:

• Information and facts from various countries.
• Activities for each country.
• Food to sample.
• A performance by our 5th-grade choir.

Last year's event was well attended, and we plan to expand the program this year.

Culture Night is November 14, 2023, from 6:00- 7:00 at Jefferson Elementary.

Having a sibling can be a joy and can also be very challenging at times. Here are some ideas of phrases you can use when your children are fighting with each other:

• "I won't let you hurt each other. It's my job to keep everyone safe and that includes the words we use."
• "It's my job to keep everyone safe and right now that means separating you two. I will check on you after I bring your sister to her safe place."
• "I know something really must be bothering you to say that to your brother. I also know you are a good kid and can figure out another way to say what you mean."
• "Being siblings can be hard. I am here to listen to your feelings about that."
• "Whoa! I can hear/see that there are a lot of big feelings here. Let's all take a couple deep breaths."

GRIN provides food to be sent home on Fridays for families in need. If this is something you would be interested in, please fill out this form and send it back to me. You can also email me at haringah@gjps.org.

If you have a social, emotional concern for your child that impacts them while they are at school and would like to share this with me to see how we can help support your child, please fill out this form. Family Counseling Referral Form

October 10 PTO Meeting 7:00pm

October 11 Skate Party

October 19 Connected Caregivers (see below for details)

October 23 & 24 No School for Students (Conf. Comp Day and Professional Learning Day)

October 27 Fall Party/Costume Parade Friday 1:15pm

October 31 Picture Retake Day

November 14 Culture Night

LUNCH MENU LINK

2023-24 GJPS District Calendar (PDF)