Jacksonville Heights Elementary

Good Afternoon, Eagle Den Family, This is Principal Glover with this week's updates and announcements. We are entering the state testing season, and this week, we will be testing 4th and 5th grade writing, as well as beginning testing for K-2nd grades. To encourage our students to put forth their best effort, we are thrilled to offer a range of exciting incentives! From engaging field trips to lively spring festivals and fun playdates, each activity is designed to celebrate attendance and academic commitment. Let’s work together to ensure our students are well-rested and arrive on time, ready to shine. Keep an eye out for our upcoming calendar of activities—it’s packed with opportunities for your child to thrive. Thank you for your unwavering support; together, let’s finish this year strong!

Spring Break is March 17- March 21. Teacher planning day is Monday March 24. Students return to school Tuesday, March 25. Please rest and enjoy your break.

Good Afternoon, Eagle Den Family,This is Principal Glover with important updates and announcements. I want to remind you that Wednesday, February 26, 2025, will be an early release day. Your timely presence for student pickups is greatly appreciated, as it ensures a smooth transition for everyone. Thank you for your continued support and commitment to our school community!

No School Monday, February 17, 2025, in observance of President's Day

Good afternoon, We want to share an important update regarding our upcoming events. Due to low participation in the Daddy-Daughter/Mother-Son Ball, we have decided to postpone it until March to ensure a more enjoyable experience for everyone involved. However, we are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Valentine's Day dance for the students this Friday! The cost is $2 and they still have time to pay and attend. We encourage all students to join us for a fun and memorable celebration. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing everyone there!

Good afternoon, Eagle Den Family, This is Principal Glover, and I’m thrilled to share some exciting updates and announcements with you! We are delighted to invite you to our Daddy-Daughter/Mother-Son Sneaker Ball, happening on Friday, February 14, from 5 PM to 7 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity for families to come together and create cherished memories! The cover charge is just $10 per student and parent, and it’s important to note that any adult male or female guardian can accompany the students—so bring a special adult in your life! Please ensure that the cover charge is paid in advance to secure your spot. To make this event a reality, we need a minimum of 50 participants by Wednesday. Your participation is crucial, as we can only host the event if we meet this number. Let’s come together and make it happen! All proceeds will benefit our students directly by providing incentives and supplies. We will also send out a link for you to help choose the music for a fun and memorable evening of dancing! Additionally, don’t miss out on our Valentine's Day grams, available for just $1 each! These delightful grams will include a heartfelt message and a sweet treat, perfect for sharing the love. They will be delivered on Friday, ensuring that everyone has a special surprise. Thank you for your support, and we can’t wait to celebrate together! Let's make this event a fantastic success!

Good Afternoon, Eagle Den Family, This is Principal Glover, and I’m excited to share some important updates and announcements with you this week. We have a series of wonderful events scheduled over the next couple of weeks that you won't want to miss! Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 6, 2025, for our "Donuts for Dads" event. This is a fantastic opportunity to come together and show our appreciation for the amazing dads in our community. Your presence will make a difference! Then, on February 14, we’re thrilled to invite you to our Father-Daughter and Mommy-Son Dance, a memorable evening where families can create lasting memories. We’ll be sending home flyers with all the details, so keep an eye out! Additionally, we’ll be selling Valentine's Day grams to spread some love this season. By participating in these fundraisers, you're directly helping to enhance student incentives and support our school community. Every little bit counts! Let’s make these events a grand success and strengthen our Eagle Den spirit. Wishing you all a fantastic week ahead!

Good Afternoon Eagle Den Family,This is Principal Glover with weekly updates and announcements. It is Literacy Week. Please join us in fostering a love of reading with our students. Please refer to the flyer for the weekly activities. Wednesday is early release. Please make sure to pick students up on time. Have a wonderful Eagle Den week.

Early Release Wednesday - January 29, 2025

Good Afternoon, Eagle Den Family, This is Principal Glover with important updates and announcements. I would like to remind you that all district offices and schools will be closed tomorrow in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, a time to reflect on the values of equality and community. I also encourage you to join us on Thursday for our Mid-Year Stakeholders and SAC (School Advisory Committee) Meeting. This is a valuable opportunity to discuss the state of our school, review student performance, and explore how you can play a vital role in supporting our students’ success. Your involvement makes a difference! Thank you

Good Afternoon, Eagle Den Family, This is Principal Glover with important updates and announcements. This week is crucial for our students as we embark on state testing for PM2. These assessments are vital because they provide insights into our students' progress and help us tailor support to ensure their success on end-of-year tests. A special note for 3rd-grade parents: we sent home a flyer inviting you to join us tomorrow for a vital discussion about promotion and retention. You can meet in person or online. The flyer has a QR code for joining online. Remember, 3rd grade is the only elementary grade where state testing will determine promotion. If students do not pass, retention and summer school will be necessary. Parents, as we test ELA on Tuesday and Math on Wednesday, please ensure your children are well-rested and arrive on time. To celebrate their hard work, we will host a Glow Party on Friday for all students who demonstrate growth on the assessments and show up punctually. Together, we can help our students achieve their best! Thank you!

Good Afternoon 5th Grade Students and Parents, We invite you to attend the 5th Grade Senior Week Informational Meeting. Although the school year has just begun, we are already planning exciting events and celebrations for our 5th graders at the end of the year! It is important for parents to either attend the virtual meeting or sign the flyer for their students to participate. Students received the flyers today, and they must be returned by Friday, January 10, 2025. Thank you!

Happy New Year! Welcome back! I hope you all had a restful and peaceful holiday season. As a friendly reminder, Monday, January 6, 2025, is a teacher workday, and students will return to school on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. We will be sending home a newsletter with details about all the exciting activities and events planned for the rest of the school year. Additionally, students in 3rd through 5th grade will be taking the PM2 State Progress Monitoring Assessment during the week of January 13–17. These assessments are an essential part of measuring student progress, so we encourage families to help their children prepare by ensuring they get plenty of rest and come to school ready to do their best. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to an amazing year ahead!

Good Evening, Eagle Den Family,This is Principal Glover with weekly updates and announcements. We are counting down the last five days until the holiday break. Each day has a theme. Tomorrow is Wear Red, White, or Green Day. Please view the attached calendar for each day's event. A huge thank you to all the families that supported our students at the talent show. Congratulations to Taylor Murphy and Chloe the winners of the 3rd Annual Talent Show.

Good Afternoon, Eagle Den Family This is Principal Glover with weekly updates and announcements. Thank you to all the families that joined us for Showcase Saturday. We gave out a Roku TV, grocery cards, Amazon gift cards, Visa Gift cards, gas cards, and two bicycles. Our next event is our 3rd annual talent show on Friday, December 13, at 6:30 pm. Join us in supporting and celebrating our student's talents with this fundraising event. You can attend in person or online. Please invite family and friends and help us raise money for student incentives.

Good Evening Eagle Den Family, Please join us Saturday to showcase all the wonderful programs and activities we have at Jacksonville Heights. Please bring a friend with school age children to join our village. the school will be open from 9-12. We will have a game portion for families with prizes such as a flat screen tv, grocery cards, gas cards, and two bicycles. we will have games, music and fun. We look forward to seeing you Saturday.

Good Afternoon, Eagle Den Family, This is Principal Glover with weekly updates and announcements. Welcome Back. I hope you had a phenomenal Thanksgiving holiday. I know I am returning with an attitude of gratitude. I am grateful you chose us as your school. Our enrollment has remained steady over the last two years, but several schools in the area are consolidating. We want to ensure we stay your neighborhood school. Saturday, December 7, is Showcase Saturday. Please join us and see what our school has to offer. The school will be open from 9-12. We will have house day and game day for parents, filled with fun activities and interactive games. After you visit all the rooms, you can join the in-game day. We will have prizes for the winners. Prizes include a 50-inch Roku TV, gas card, grocery cards, two bicycles, and Visa gift cards. We will have representation from all the programs offered at the school. Please bring a friend that has school aged children. We look forward to seeing you. December 13 is our annnual talent show sponsored by Pretty in Pink. Tickets go on sale Monday. We have two options this year. You can watch online or in person. Online tickets are $5. You can pay in advance $7 or at the door $10. All proceeds will go to student and teacher incentives.

Good Afternoon, Eagle Den Family, Please remember that schools and district offices are closed Wednesday through Friday in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. There is no Read USA Tuesday. Also, tomorrow is Pajama Day.

Good Afternoon, Eagle Den Family, This is Principal Glover with weekly updates and announcements. This will be a short week. All schools and district offices will be closed Wednesday, November 27 through November 29, in observance of Thanksgiving. We have a hectic month in December. December 7, 2024, is Showcase Saturday. Please join us for a day of fun and excitement as we welcome more students and showcase all the wonderful programs we offer at the school. We will have a live DJ, games, and prizes. We will be raffling off two bicycles, a Roku TV, gas cards, and a Visa gift card. Please come and bring a friend to share in the enjoyment. December 13 is the 3rd annual talent show. The theme this year is Lip Sync Battle. We will have live and lip-sync performances. All proceeds will go to student and teacher incentives. If you cannot come in person, we want to reassure you that we will also stream online, ensuring that everyone can be part of the event. We will also have two winners. A winner from the judges, a winner from the audience's popular vote, and online participants will also be able to vote. Please look at the flyers attached for Showcase Saturday and the Talent Show. We look forward to seeing you.

The Jaguars will be distributing food to 600 families. Please read the attached flyer for details.