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Jones Dolphins Make a SPLASH!

Dolphin UpdateJones Dolphins Make a SPLASH!

Week of May 18th... Week of May 18th...

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

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Our Learning Community...

A huge congratulations to our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students for all of their hard work during state testing! The majority of our test takers have now finished and we could not be more proud of the effort, perseverance, and positive attitude they showed each day. Testing takes focus, stamina and confidence and our students truly rose to the challenge. Thank you to our families for supporting them with encouragement, rest, and routines at home.


As we head into the final 8 days of school before summer, there is still so much excitement ahead! We have special events, celebrations, learning opportunities, and end-of-year traditions to enjoy together. Please continue to check communication from teachers and our Dolphin Updates so you don’t miss important dates and reminders.


Let’s finish the year strong, working hard, showing kindness and making these final days together meaningful and memorable!

Bike to School... Bike to School...

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Highlights From Last Week... Highlights From Last Week...

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A library full of possibilities! Our students loved exploring the Scholastic Book Fair this week and discovering stories that spark imagination, curiosity, and a love of reading.

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Every purchase helps put exciting new books into the hands of our students and earns rewards points for our school library.

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Thanks to your support, Mrs. Williams can use those points to purchase brand new books for all students to enjoy on their weekly classroom visit to our school library.

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Thank you to everyone who donated to our Student Council's 2nd Food Drive of the year!

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Our Student Council leaders delivered the food to the Serra Mesa Food Pantry where they learned about how the shelf stable food items are sorted and stocked onto shelves.

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They could see the immediate need, our donations came at a very good time for the community!

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Friday's Achievement Awards celebrated the hard work, growth, and accomplishments of our students throughout this final trimester of the school year.

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We recognized students with excellent attendance, defined as three or fewer absences, tardies, or early withdrawals during the third trimester and for academic achievement and classroom contributions.

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Families, thank you for your continued partnership, encouragement, and support throughout the year!

Looking Ahead... Looking Ahead...

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May

18 - SGT/SSC - Virtual

21 - Bike Anywhere Day - SANDAG pit stop

21 - TK Promotion - 1:15 pm @K1

22 - Jones Jamboree

25 - No School: Memorial Day

26 - Kindergarten Promotion - 1:00 pm @Auditorium

27 - 5th Grade Promotion - 8:00 am @Auditorium

28 - Last Day of School - Minimum Day (TK-5th Dismissal @ 11:40/11:50 am)

28 - 5th Grade Fundraiser - Rubio's Dine Out


August

10 - First Day of School!

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Celebrate the Last Day of School! Celebrate the Last Day of School!

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PTA Spotlight... PTA Spotlight...

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...

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Check out These Book Collections... Check out These Book Collections...

Jewish American Heritage Month Jewish American Heritage Month

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...

Jewish Heritage Picture Books — a staff-created list from Arapahoe Libraries

Jewish Heritage Picture Books — a staff-created list from Arapahoe Libraries

Learn more about Jewish culture with these picture books featuring Jewish traditions, folk tales and contemporary stories.

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Middle Grade Books Celebrating Jewish Heritage — a staff-created list from Olathe Public Library

Middle Grade Books Celebrating Jewish Heritage — a staff-created list from Olathe Public Library

May is Jewish Heritage Month! Here are some great middle grade books that celebrate the Jewish culture, explore their history, or feature Jewish characters. Recommended for ages 8-12 or for 3rd-5th grade reading level. KMD.

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

Jewish American Heritage Month

Jewish American Heritage Month

California State Parks

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AJC San Diego publishes resource for Jewish American History Month

AJC San Diego publishes resource for Jewish American History Month

AJC has shared some resources to celebrate the rich culture and heritage of the Jewish people, and the countless contributions of American Jews to our nation’s history.

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Where to Celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month in San Diego

Where to Celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month in San Diego

Here is a list of family-friendly Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month events in San Diego. Celebrate Asian Heritage Month all month long!

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AANHPI Heritage Month (2025) - Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center

AANHPI Heritage Month (2025) - Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center

Upcoming Events

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A Day at the Park | Port of San Diego

A Day at the Park | Port of San Diego

Join us for “A Day at the Park”, featuring local performers, artists, food vendors, kid-friendly activities and more. Family-friendly and free to attend! Get details and sign up for event reminders.

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25 Fun & Free Things to Do

25 Fun & Free Things to Do

Having fun in San Diego doesn’t mean spending a lot of money. In fact, lots of things to see and do here are absolutely free! With 70 miles of beautiful beaches, near-perfect weather year-round and a variety of magnificent settings countywide, San Diego is a bargain getaway that promises fun for kids and adults any time of year.

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Resident Free Days - Balboa Park

Resident Free Days - Balboa Park

Several Park museums offer free general admission on a rotating basis throughout each month to residents of the City and County of San Diego, and to active military personnel and their dependents.

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Calendar

Calendar

Join us for events we organize throughout the community.

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Taft Triumph... Taft Triumph...

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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!

Taft Triumph 051026.pdf

Taft Triumph 051026.pdf

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San Diego Unified Food Services... San Diego Unified Food Services...

Free Breakfast & Lunch Free Breakfast & Lunch

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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.


Click on the clink below to find the most current breakfast and lunch menus...

Food & Nutrition Services (Sandi Coast Cafe)

Food & Nutrition Services (Sandi Coast Cafe)

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Share Your Love of Jones! Share Your Love of Jones!

Did you have fun at the Fall Festival? Has your child grown academically, socially, and as a leader? Has Jones helped foster a love of the arts? Has a Jones educator made a meaningful impact on your child or family? Have you built friendships and community through the families you’ve met at Jones?


We know you have choices when it comes to your child’s education and we are so grateful you have chosen Jones Elementary! Whether Jones is your neighborhood school or one you chose through the district's Choice Program, your story matters.


As prospective families explore schools on GreatSchools.org, we want them to hear directly from the people who know Jones best... you! Please take a few minutes to share what makes our school special and why you are proud to be part of the Jones community.


💙 Link to GreatSchools.org – Jones Elementary

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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

Changed title from Online Pre-Enrollment in Your Neighborhood School

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Jones Counseling

Jones Counseling

W E L C O M E ! Welcome to your online counseling space. I'm glad you are here and excited to support all students at Jones. Click through this site for important counseling information, resources, and ways to contact your school counselor.

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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

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

Home - Jones Elementary School PTA

Home - Jones Elementary School PTA

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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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