The Dragon Digest

Well… here we are. Snow days again. I have to say, the friends and family back home in Texas keep asking me how I'm surviving in the Tundra up here. I assure them that it's beautiful, still excitingly novel, and that there is enough warmth in the buildings and in the people here to take the chill off in the best way.

At this point in the year, I'm staring to forget what a five-day school week feels like. The students are thrilled. The adults are recalculating pacing guides. And somewhere in Upper Dublin, there is a sled that has now seen more action than it did in the last three winters combined.

While we’re navigating the snow (and the creative childcare scheduling), I want to share how proud I am of what’s happening inside Jarrettown when we are together.

February gives us the opportunity to celebrate Black History Month, and the upcoming celebration is an important reminder of who we are as a school community. At Jarrettown—and across the Upper Dublin School District—inclusion isn’t a program or an initiative. It’s a mindset. It’s who we are. We work hard to make sure every student sees themselves reflected, valued, and challenged in meaningful ways.

Snow days may interrupt our schedule, but they don’t interrupt our purpose.

When we’re back together (boots, gloves, and all), we’ll continue doing what Jarrettown does best: learning together, celebrating one another, and making sure every child knows they belong here.

Stay warm, stay safe, and if you built a snowman that looks suspiciously like a staff member, I respectfully request photo evidence.

Find all 2026 Book Fair Info Here

Morning drop-off is a busy time, and we want to make sure every student gets to school safely. The Upper Dublin Police Department has contacted us and asked us to communicate to families that left turns from the public roadway into our traffic loop are illegal and create dangerous situations that clog up Limekiln Pike, making the street less safe for students, parents, and neighbors. Officers are now patrolling our morning drop-off and have begun issuing citations to parents taking a left turn into our car line.

We know mornings can be hectic - we are just sharing this in hope of helping UDPD keep our families safe (and keeping any of our parents from starting their day with a ticket!)

We are excited to highlight UDSD’s exceptional arts program and the creativity of our Jarrettown students in The UDSD Art Spotlight. Visit the Virtual Art Gallery to see a curated selection of student artwork! Congratulations to recent Dragon honorees!

January - Nolan Molyneax (5) and Siya Samaddar (K)

February - Charlotte Toyberman (5), Emmett O'Connor (4), Lenny Novosel (3), Lyla Lazaunikas (2), Ava Sedore (1), and Milan Danelich (K)

View the Virtual Art Gallery here!

Get ready to celebrate Read Across America Week 2026 with a full lineup of fun and spirited theme days! Throughout the week of March 2–6, our school will come together to celebrate our love of reading and books in creative ways—and everyone is invited to participate.

Monday, March 2 – Read with a Buddy Day! Bring a stuffed animal to read with!
Tuesday, March 3 – Reading Brightens our World Day! Wear your favorite color(s)!
Wednesday, March 4 – Team Reading Day! Wear gear from your favorite team!
Thursday, March 5 – Reading Takes you Places Day! Wear a shirt from a place you've visited or want to explore!
Friday, March 6 – Get Comfy & Cozy with a Good Book Day! Wear pajamas/comfy clothes.

We can’t wait to celebrate a week filled with stories, imagination, and school spirit! 📚

Upper Dublin School District is offering two Summer STEM Camp sessions for students in grades K–5, held July 6–9 and July 13–16. Each week features a unique theme and hands-on, inquiry-based learning infused with the Design Thinking Process—encouraging students to innovate, design, create, problem-solve, and collaborate around real-world applications. Cost: $100 per one-week session or $200 for both weeks.

Summer STEM Information

Share your feedback! Complete our brief, anonymous Portrait of a Cardinal feedback survey by March 10. The Portrait of a Cardinal defines the skills, competencies, and mindsets students need to thrive in learning and life beyond the classroom. Your perspective will help us develop a vision that reflects the voices of all stakeholders.

Complete the Survey

As we begin the month of Ramadan, parents who would like the school to know that their child is observing Ramadan are encouraged to contact the school counselor. Counselors can provide information about available resources and accommodations.