Dear Jackson Junior High School Community,

Welcome to another exciting school year at Jackson Junior High School! As your new principal, I am thrilled to serve at the helm of the junior high school I attended as a student and where I taught 8th-grade science for many years. Our school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We are a school that aspires to live its value of being a place where everybody belongs.

At Jackson Junior High, we pride ourselves on having a dedicated and passionate staff committed to nurturing each student's potential. Our programs and initiatives, including elective classes, Student of the Month, Where Everybody Belongs, Advancement Via Individual Determination, Million Word Readers, and the TRACK Awards, are designed to create a positive and enriching atmosphere that encourages student engagement and success.

As we begin this new year, we remain focused on our core goals:

• Academic Excellence: Delivering high-quality instruction and implementing targeted interventions to help all students achieve their highest potential.
• Career and Skill Development: Providing diverse opportunities for career exploration, skill development, and enrichment activities to prepare students for future success.
• Social-Emotional Growth: Developing a school-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) system to enhance students' social-emotional competencies and well-being.
• Community and Engagement: Fostering a positive school environment with increased engagement and connectedness among students, parents, and the wider community.

We believe education is a collaborative effort, and we value the partnership between our school, families, and the community. Together, we can create a nurturing environment where students feel supported and motivated to achieve their best.

Please stay informed about upcoming events and important dates through Parent Square and our website. We encourage you to get involved, share your ideas, and join us in making this school year a memorable and successful one.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to Jackson Junior High School. Let’s make this year incredible!

Sincerely,
Sinead Klement
Principal, Jackson Junior High School