Principal Message - September 30th

Greetings Husky Families

The second half of our 1st quarter has arrived.  We hope your family has had a moment to reflect on the first five weeks of school.  What are some things that made you proud?  What are some things you would like to improve?  The ultimate question for you might center around our theme for the school year:  What Is Your Hope?  While we know that hope is something you expect or desire, we are asking each student to share something they are hoping for this school year.  Our theme, What Is Your Hope?,  is directly connected to the video link here: What Is Your Hope?  During the first week of school, students spent time sharing and discussing the theme and identified their hopes for the school year.  

Just a friendly reminder:  Please take a moment to complete the survey connected to Jahn’s performing arts programming.  Below is the link for a voluntary and anonymous survey that should not take more than 10 minutes of your time.  If you’d like to participate, please plan to complete the survey no later than October 4.   You can find the survey linked here.   Please feel free to reach out with any questions.   Thank you in advance for helping us to make Jahn School the best it can be! 

Our SEL theme for the month of October is Anti-Bullying.  As we take time to amplify and support anti-bullying, we are providing you with a few resources:   

  • All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold
  • Bully by Laura Vaccaro Seeger
  • Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
  • Freckleface Strawberry by Julianne Moore

Have an amazing week.  

Dr. Kimbrough and Dr. Ferreras 

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Upcoming Events/Dates:  

Family Literacy and Math Night - Tuesday, October 8th - 4 to 6 pm:  Please join us for a fun-filled learning experience centered around literacy and math.  During this evening, families will have an opportunity to visit classrooms connected to learning of their choice.  

COVID Update: Staff or students who test positive should follow the respiratory virus guidance.

Drop-off Safety:  Please assist us with the safety for everyone by not dropping students off in the crosswalk.  We have a number of curbside areas where students can be dropped off.  We are also asking that you do not block the alley on Belmont.  

CPS Calendar:  This link provides you with the 2024-25 CPS Calendar.  It includes days off and vacations.  Please work to schedule trips or appointments during times students are not in school.  Our school day starts promptly at 8 am.  A detailed calendar that includes specific dates for Jahn events is forthcoming.  
 
Meal Menus:  All students, except half day Pre-K,  receive free breakfast and lunch regardless of income.  Students can also bring their own nut-free lunch.  CPS meal menus are here: CPS Meal viewer - Jahn
 
For Further Assistance:  
 
Enrollment, Parent Portal, Student Fees, Transportation, Volunteering, and Ventra Cards: Contact: Margo Innocente [email protected] 
 
After School Programming: [email protected] 
 
504/IEP Questions: Jackie Defina [email protected]