Principal Weekly Update to Families
For the Week of May 4th - May 8th
Brief Message From the Principal
Dear Jayhawk Elementary Families,
Check This Out: We are so proud of our students & our staff!
Jayhawk Elementary Growth Report (2025-2026)
This year, we used student data to better understand how each child is learning and to provide extra support (called interventions) when needed. We are pleased to share that students across our school showed growth from fall to spring in math, reading, and early reading skills.
Math Growth Students improved their overall math scores from fall to spring. The average score increased from about 210 to 215, showing steady progress across grade levels.
Reading Growth (Grades 2β6) Students showed strong improvement in reading skills. The average reading score increased from about 501 to 514, reflecting solid growth over the school year.
Early Reading Growth (Kβ1) Our youngest learners made significant gains in foundational reading skills. The average score nearly doubled from fall to spring, showing strong early literacy development.
Three Positive Takeaways:
1 Students are growing across all subjects.
2 Early reading growth is especially strong.
3 Our use of interventions is making a difference.
Growth is what matters mostβand our students are moving forward. We will continue using this data to provide the right support for every child.
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday, May 6th - Bill Johnston STEM Activities
Friday, May 8th - Kindergarten Field Trip to Kaleidoscope
Friday, May 8th - Pre-K Graduations - Both AM & PM
Friday, May 8th - 6th Grade Transition Day to JLJRHS
Monday, May 11th - 6th Grade Field Trip
Wednesday, May 13th - 6th Grade Send Off - 8:30 AM
Thursday, May 14th - Last Day of School for Students
π ON BEHALF OF THE ENTIRE STAFF, WE VALUE YOUR PARTNERSHIP! π
- Mr. Hermreck
Help Us Support Our Teachers Next Week:
Title #2: π We are excited about another great year here at JES!
6th Grade Chemical Reactions π§ͺ
NEW PE Record Holders! β‘β‘β‘
2026 SR Walk Through - Best of Luck Graduates!
Title #3: π Upcoming Events
Event Information
Title #5: π₯ Update from the Office Staff
Title #6: ππ½ Important Information
Title: Contact Info
Jayhawk Elementary School
Principal: Mr. Russ HermreckAsst. Principal: Mr. Peter Proctor
Main Office: Teresa Thompson & Amanda Williamson
Website: www.usd346.org
Location: 415 South 6th Street, Mound City, KS 66056
Phone: (913) 795-2519