Campus Newsletter

October is here, and we are continuing to drive toward success at Jones Elementary! This month brings meaningful opportunities to celebrate our diversity, promote kindness, and strengthen our school community.

As we conclude Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15–October 15), we look forward to celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of our Hispanic community with a special Hispanic Heritage Celebration on October 7. Stay tuned for more details!

October is also Bullying Prevention Month, reminding us of the importance of kindness, respect, and creating a safe environment where every student feels valued. Additionally, we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month, honoring survivors, remembering those we have lost, and supporting those impacted.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, let's make October a month of celebration, compassion, and continued growth as we keep driving toward success!

Every Student. Every Lap. Every Day.

With Eagle pride,

Dr. Harvey, Proud Principal

October

• Pink Out Every Wednesday for Breast Cancer Awareness
• 10/5 Bullying Prevention Day (Wear Blue)
• 10/7 - Hispanic Heritage Celebration (more info to come)
• 10/8 - Wear RED for DYSLEXIA Day
• 10/9 - End of 1st Nine Weeks
• 10/12-16 - No School
• 10/26-30 - Red Ribbon Week
• 10/26 - Picture Retakes
• 10/26 - Monthly Principal Meeting
• 10/28 - 50's Day
• 10/29 - Spooktacular Skills Night
• 10/30 - Storybook Character Day

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and at Jones Elementary, we're putting kindness in the driver's seat! As we continue Driving Success, we're reminding our Eagles that success isn't just about academics. It's also about how we treat others, celebrate our differences, and make everyone feel like they belong.

What Does Kindness Look Like at Jones?

Every Eagle has the power to make a difference! We encourage our students to:

• 💙 Choose Kindness: Use words and actions that lift others up.

• 🤝 Include Others: Invite classmates to join in and make sure no one feels left out.

• 🦅 Speak Up: If you see or experience bullying, tell a trusted adult.

• ⭐ Celebrate Differences: Respect others and appreciate what makes each of us unique.

The Family and Community Engagement Department will be hosting its Family Literacy Night Kick-off on October 8!

This month's theme is : The Reading Game Plan: Equipping Families to Help Every Child Win

Families will have the opportunity to come together and enjoy an engaging opportunity to participate in literacy-focused activities and strengthen family involvement with meaningful ways to support literacy at home. Registration has closed for this event.

🎃 Join us for Spooktacular Skills Night at Jones ES! Enjoy fun academic activities, trick-or-treating at our learning stations, and a little fall magic! Costumes are welcome as we celebrate learning together. 👻📚

Help support our Jones ES PTO while giving your child a fun Halloween treat! For just $5, students can receive a Boo Bag filled with chips, juice, candy, and a toy on Friday, October 30.

💵 Pre-pay in the front office — cash only. Thank you for supporting our PTO and helping make special experiences possible for our Jones Eagles!

The safety and security of our students are our highest priorities. As part of our ongoing commitment to providing a safe learning environment, we are reminding all families that students are required to wear their school-issued ID badges every day while on campus. Students should wear their ID badge visibly around the neck at all times during the school day. Lost or damaged badge- cost of replacement is $5.

Wearing ID badges helps us:

• Support emergency procedures, making it easier for staff and first responders to account for all students.
• Facilitate access to services, such as the cafeteria, library, and bus transportation, in a secure and efficient manner.

The Punt, Pass & Kick Competition is returning to Aldine after a few years! Eighteen 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students—boys and girls—will proudly represent Jones Elementary at Thorne Stadium on October 5 at 2:00 PM.

The Kids Heart Challenge starts October 19th through November 13th! We’re excited to see more Jones families join us in promoting healthy hearts and healthy habits. Thank you to the families who already signed up during Open House!

Last year, Jones led Aldine ISD in donations, and we’re ready to do it again! Let’s come together and lead the way for the second year in a row! ❤️💙💛

🎉 And there’s a little extra motivation: Students who participate in donations will have the chance to PIE Coach A!

Get ready to get active! The Houston Rockets Be Fit Fall Challenge will run from October 26th through December 1st. This program promotes health, fitness, and being physically active by encouraging students to track their physical activity throughout the challenge.

Students will calculate and log their physical activity minutes, giving them a fun way to stay motivated and make healthy choices throughout the month. Let’s get moving, Jones!

October is all about staying healthy, showing kindness, and taking care of ourselves and others!

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we encourage families to have age-appropriate conversations about healthy habits and the importance of caring for our bodies.

As temperatures begin to change, help keep our Eagles healthy by encouraging frequent handwashing, drinking plenty of water, getting enough sleep, and eating nutritious meals.

A Friendly Reminder: If your child is sick, please keep them home until they meet the district's return-to-school guidelines. Together, we can keep our Jones Eagles healthy and ready to learn!

❤️ Healthy Eagles are Ready to SOAR!

With care, Nurse Laurie

Stay connected with us throughout the school year for important updates, reminders, event highlights, and celebrations.

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We can’t wait to share all the amazing things happening on campus!

House Bill 1481 is a new state law passed by the Texas Legislature that requires school districts to prohibit students from using personal wireless communication devices during instructional time. In accordance with the new House Bill 1481, all personal cell phone use is prohibited throughout the entire school day, including during passing periods and lunch. Phones and other electronic devices such as Apple Watches and earbuds must remain off and securely stored. This policy applies to all Aldine ISD facilities— classrooms, hallways, restrooms, cafeterias, and other school property—during school hours.

Please click the link below to review information for the 26-27 school year. We will be sure to communicate any updates or changes, as needed.

Our instructional day begins at 7:35 AM and dismissal begins at 3:10 PM.

• Our doors open at 7:00 AM daily for students.
• BREAKFAST IS SERVED IN THE CAFE AT 7:00 AM.
• Students arriving after 7:40 AM are considered tardy and must be escorted in by a parent.
• We ask that all students are picked up no later than 3:30 PM.
• In order to ensure a smooth dismissal process, students will not be released early beginning at 2:30 PM. If you must pick up your child early due to an appointment, please do so before 2:30 PM.

All visitors, including parents, family members, and volunteers must report to the main office with a picture ID for a visitor’s ID badge upon entering the school. Every visitor must sign in at the school office and observe campus procedures. To ensure that someone is available to assist you, appointments are highly encouraged and strongly recommended.

Home Access Center provides parents and guardians with helpful information to support and guide their children through the educational process. Parents can access a convenient web portal to view their student’s test scores, attendance, assignments, discipline records, and more information available anywhere and at any time. Click here for more information!

Most of our information is shared through Talking Points! Please click here to join our campus page and you will be connected! You can also visit our website & follow us on Twitter - @JonesES_AISD or Facebook - Jones Elementary-Aldine ISD.

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