May 19th, 2016 - Jackson Elementary School

A few notes & reminders:
• Thursday, May 19 - Fifth Grade Fun Run at Noelridge Park
• Friday, May 20 - Spring Carnival 5:30 - 7:30pm
• FREE Admission
• $5 Walking Taco Meal
• $1 Silly String Wars
• To Volunteer:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0b4aaba72cab9-jackson
• To preregister for raffle tickets 30 tickets for $20 - Order by NOON on Friday:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qR86e3DLFPuVwK6VbzIqhvX_2ZOCCXmoslOiPg7Zhs/viewform
• Friday, May 27 - Kids Against Hunger Packing Day & Jackson Night at the
Kernels
• Monday, May 30 - Memorial Day – No School
• Tuesday, May 31 - All School Picnic & Final SCRIP Orders due 9:00am
• Wednesday, June 1 - Fifth Grade Recognition
• Thursday, June 2 - Field Day - Last Day of School – Early Dismissal at 1:30
http://jackson.cr.k12.ia.us
2016 Jackson Spring Carnival
Friday, May 20th 5:30—7:30
FREE ADMISSION
Jackson families are invited to the annual Spring Carnival. This year admission is FREE! This includes all-youcan-play carnival games, bounce me in the two inflatables, face pain ng, Kona Ice, and the Cookie Walk
(sponsored by the Cub Scouts).
All children must be accompanied by an adult. For everyone’s safety, we ask parents to not allow the kids to
play on the outside equipment a er dusk and that they not go into the wooded area.
BRINGYOURQUARTERS
Support Kids Against Hunger in the Bingo Hall! Games are a quarter a card, with all
proceeds going to support Kids Against Hunger!
Raffle ckets
$1.00—1 cket
$5.00—6 ckets
SillyStringWars
Bring your pocket change and prepare to ba le your
friends in a Silly String shoot out! Cans of Silly String
will be available for $1. Get yours before we run out!
NOTE: Silly String cannot leave the designated ba leground
$10.00—12 ckets
$15.00—18 ckets
$20.00—24 ckets
$5.00 Meal
Includes a Walking Taco, sliced oranges,
tossed salad, and beverage.
Pre-order your raffle tickets today and save time and money!
We’ll have them labeled and separated for you – all you need to
do is select which basket(s) you want a chance to win. Baskets
are valued at over $100 each!
30 tickets for $20 - Order by NOON on Friday, May 20th:
NOTE: This link is case-sensitive. Copy and paste or type exactly as it is
written.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1qR86e3DLFPuVwK6VbzIq-hvX_2ZOCCXmoslOiPg7Zhs/viewform
Having
trouble? Send an email to Becky Smith
(rlohrball@yahoo.com) and we’ll help you get it straightened out.
Jackson Spring Carnival Volunteer Signup It takes many hands for a fun and efficient Jackson Spring Carnival. Please consider volunteering at a station by clicking on the below link. Many slots are just a 30 minute commitment to allow you to still enjoy the carnival with your family. Volunteers can check in at volunteer table at front entrance and receive directions.
Date: 5/20/2016
Various Timeslots between 4:30 - 8:00pm
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0b4aaba72cab9-jackson
Check out the SCRIP
cash & carry bag!
Need a gift card quick and want to help out Jackson all at the same time?
Stop by the office and ask for the cash and carry bag.
Fill out a slip with your cash or check and the gift card is yours. It’s that easy.
The following are just some of the gift cards we keep on hand in the bag.
(Side note: Kohl’s gift cards bought through SCRIP can be used to pay Kohl’s credit card balances in store.)
Look for the Scrip table at the Spring Carnival this Friday
to purchase gift cards & Hy-Vee coupon books.
Purchase Hy-Vee coupon books through Scrip.
They are available in the office with the cash & carry bag,
or you can order them off of the Scrip order form.
$10 for each coupon book. 70% profit for Jackson.
Contact Lori Weber at lori_a_weber@hotmail.com or 551-5584 with any questions about SCRIP
JACKSON ELEMENTARY NIGHT
Friday, May 27th
6:35 PM
(Gates open at 5:30 PM)
Cheer on
the Kernels!
STAR WARS
THEME NIGHT!
Meet
Star Wars
characters!
FIRST 1,000
FANS GET A FREE
STAR WARS SHIRT!
Buy Tickets
Online! Enter
Promo Code
jackson
Ticket Order Deadline Through School: Wednesday, May 18th.
Miss the due date? Tickets are available online or through the Kernels’ ticket office until May 26th!
Pre-purchased tickets will be available to pick-up at a table the night of the event.
Yes! Count us in for
Name: ___________________________________________
Jackson Elementary Night Phone: ____________________________________________
with the Kernels
Friday, May 27th
@ 6:35 PM
E-mail: ____________________________________________
Credit Card Number: _________________________ Exp: _______
Or, call Kernels Ticket Office at (319) 896-7560 to purchase with
(Gates open at 5:30 PM) credit card over the phone. Tickets may also be purchased online
at the link below. Request section 108 when ordering.
We want ______ Club tickets at $8.00 each = _________ total
Please include payment and return this form to the School Office by Wednesday, May 18th.
Cash, credit or checks accepted – thank you! (please make checks payable to Cedar Rapids Kernels)
ONLINE ORDERING: https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2/Buy.asp?EventID=165034&promocode=jackson
!
A huge thank you goes out to all Jackson families for the
tremendous and generous support of our fundraiser. We have
raised over $4000 for packaging food on May 27th. Special
thanks to Bimm-Ridder for the awesome t-shirts and incredible donation, the
Jackson PTA for their generous donation and huge support, and the Jackson
staff for all they do every day for others, and especially for this worthy cause.
Friday, May 27th will be HAT DAY and JACKSON PRIDE DAY for
all adults and students. We will wear hats or hairnets during packing. We will
wear our Jackson t shirts or KAH shirts to show our support of Jackson
Elementary as a Kids Against Hunger packaging station.
Come to school to help us as we package the food.
All K-5 students will have a chance to work alongside KAH Iowa leaders Don
and Sandee Fields on May 27th in the gym. There are many jobs to do as part
of getting the food ready to be shipped to needy families. If you are free the
morning or afternoon of May 27th, please consider coming to school to help
us as we package the food that all those quarters bought! We need adult
volunteers from 8:45 to 3:40 that day. Please contact Connie Stusak at
cdstusak@gmail.com with your volunteer time. She will send you further
information to help you understand the packing process. You can also contact
your child’s classroom teacher directly to help during their timeframe.
Once again, thank you so very much!
It is simply incredible to witness the generosity of the Jackson community!
Jackson students have been able to recognize that hunger is a world problem,
help unknown families find fullness through KAH food, and to be a part of a
cause where individuals truly DO make a difference.
What a gift you all have given….thank you for making our world a better
place.
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the
world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. Margaret Mead
We’re looking for volunteers to help with the last day of school field day. Come celebrate the end of a fantastic year with your child. Date: Thursday ­ JUNE 2nd Time: K­2 9­10 AM 3­5 11:45­12:45 Volunteers will be assigned a station. If you are interested in helping out please click on the link below or email Emmaly at ​fenren03@gmail.com Volunteer Registration Link Jackson Learning Garden
Is planted and growing!
A huge thanks to all the student who helped till, weed and plant this spring.
As of this week planting is officially completed! All planting was done by
Jackson students!
Jackson families have adopted the garden for a week at a time to make sure it’s in good
health and ready for the students come August
The garden is open during the summer to ALL Jackson Families!
Students have put a lot of time into the garden this Spring, please feel free to stop by
anytime this summer and check it out! The gate is always open and kids are welcome to
come explore during the summer months.
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact Emmaly at fenren03@gmail.com
Join the PTA Board We are searching for PTA board member nominees for the 2016/2017 school year for the following positions: President, Vice President and Treasurer. Serving on the PTA board is a great way to stay plugged in to what's happening at Jackson. Each board member must be a PTA member, which requires a one­time dues payment (less than $10.00). Below is a brief description of each of these positions. *President:​ 1 or 2 people can fill this position. Duties include preparing agendas, running monthly PTA Meetings according to PTA bylaws, finding speakers/presenters for PTA meetings, coordinating fundraiser information, handling incoming mail, and various administrative duties. Communicating between various committees and staff. Approximate time commitment: 5­10 hours per month. *Vice President:​ 1 or 2 people can fill this position. Duties include coordinating the planning of multiple school events, creating and distributing flyers for events, and reporting event summaries back to the membership during monthly PTA meetings. Approximate time commitment: 5­10 hours per month. If any of these positions sound like something you may be interested in, or if you'd like to learn more, please contact us at ​jacksonjetspta@gmail.com​. Thank you for your consideration. Even if you are unable to serve on the PTA board, we always welcome input from all PTA members. Each person’s voice is very important and all contributions factor into why Jackson is such a great school! Congratulations​ to the following that were voted to fill these important spots on our board: *Secretary:​ Darci Jackson *Membership:​ Brandon Blankenship *Treasurer:​ Becky Smith JAC139
JACKSON ELEMENTARY
2016-2017 SCHOOL SUPPLY ORDER FORM
Grade Level
2016-2017
Qty
Cost
Each
Total
Student’s Name
Grade in 2016-2017
Student’s Name
Grade in 2016-2017
Student’s Name
Grade in 2016-2017
Kindergarten
$38.38
1st
$38.49
2nd
$34.45
3rd
$31.83
Parent’s Name
4th
$32.09
Email Address
5th
$32.03
K-2ND AUTISM/ASPERGERS
$43.66
3-5TH AUTISM/ASPERGERS
$42.54
Grand Total $
Packs will be in the Students classroom on
Supply Drop Off Day.
For questions, please contact
Amy Blomquist amy.blomquist@fpl.com
Telephone #
Order Securely Online
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ORDER DEADLINE IS JUNE 26TH!
Go to www.educationalproducts.com/shoppacks
(sales tax added at checkout)
Enter the school ID: JAC139
Follow the directions to complete your order.
Keep your online confirmation as your receipt.
OR
Order by returning this order form along with your payment
by: JUNE 26, 2016.
Make Checks Payable to: Jackson PTA
Supply Packs include all of the materials requested by each grade level
with the exception of: Backpacks, Rest towel (K), sock for erasing (1,4),
change of clothes needed for K-2 Autism/Aspergers
Jackson Jets Student eDirectory
The Jackson Jets PTA is offering families a chance to add or update entries in the Jackson Jets Student
eDirectory prior to the end of the school year, and we would like to invite you to join the fun!
Participation is completely voluntary. Any information that you choose to provide will only be
distributed to others who choose to participate.
Because of the importance of safeguarding your personal information, we have established the following
terms of use for the Jackson Jets Student eDirectory:
I agree that the Jackson Jets Student eDirectory is for PERSONAL USE ONLY. I understand that
my participation in the Jackson Jets Student eDirectory is voluntary. I understand that the
information that I provide may be used by other families in the Jackson Jets community for the
purpose of arranging social interactions outside of school.
I understand that the goal of the Jackson Jets Student eDirectory is to facilitate the social
networking of my students and other students in the Jackson family.
I promise that I will not misuse the Jackson Jets Student eDirectory. I will not use the Jackson
Jets Student eDirectory as a means to solicit others. I will not give out information I obtain from
the Jackson Jets Student eDirectory to others.
Anyone who chooses to register for the Jackson Jets Student eDirectory must agree to abide by these
terms of use.
If you are interested in participating, please go to the survey link listed below. Fill out the contact
information you wish to share and submit the survey. The Jackson Jets Student eDirectory will be
distributed to registered participants in late May.
https://docs.google.com/a/leiowa.com/forms/d/1vaYA8cugd716N94ejeN1dFJzlvGNjhq2Mrun6tO_i8/viewform
If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact me at rlohrball@yahoo.com
Thanks!
Becky Smith
Jackson Jets PTA Membership Chair
If your students are already registered for the
eDirectory, and you do not need to update contact
information, you do not need to fill out the survey
again. This is just an opportunity for others to join.
JUMP ROPE CAMP 2016
Camp Directors: Kathy Szabo, Sue Bullis, Hal Garwood, Jim Patterson
www.iowaskippers.org
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26 Annual Iowa Skipper camp will be held June 13,14,15th at Taft Middle School, 5200 E AVE NW, Cedar Rapids,
Iowa. Sign up early as camp fills up fast and we can only take a limited number of students.
Camp fee is $40.00 if paid by June 6th. After that the fee will be $50.00. A free jump rope is included with the fee.
Sign up soon and save the late fee. No Fees will be returned after June 6th, 2016
CAMP FORMAT: Camp is divided into two sessions based on student’s 2015-16 grade to allow for specialization of ability.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 8:00 - 11:30 AM --- Current Iowa Skippers & Jumpers who have attended
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Jump Rope Camp three or more years, and current 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , and 8 graders.
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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 12:30 - 3:30 PM --- Current K, 1 , and 2 .
***Kindergarten students must be able to jump 5 consecutive times to qualify for participation***
Adult teachers, former Skippers, and present Iowa Skippers will serve as assistant instructors. The Iowa Skippers are an
American Heart Association traveling Jump Rope Demonstration Team from Cedar Rapids that has performed at over
700 school assemblies and various sporting events in Central and Eastern Iowa during the last twenty five years. This
camp is a fun, enjoyable experience for all ages and is one method students can be selected for next years Iowa Skippers
Team if they are interested.
Wednesday June 15, we will have two short programs demonstrating rope skills learned during camp.
***Morning Session: 10:45 AM
***Afternoon Session: 2:45 PM
Return entry form by June 10th, 2016. Maximum of 140 participants per session. SIGN UP TODAY
For additional information call 393-4897 or 390-3439.
******SAVE DIRECTIONS ABOVE AS THERE WILL BE NO FOLLOW-UP LETTER*******
MAIL REGISTRATION AND FEE TO:
Jump Rope Camp
%Hal Garwood
3405 Riverside DR NE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52411
Name_____________________________________
Circle 2015-16 grade
K - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8
Address___________________________________
________________________School Attended this year
City_______________________________________
______ AM (Advanced Session)
Phone___________________ Zip_______________
______ PM (Beginner/Intermediate)
My son/daughter has permission to attend Jump Rope Camp. By registering for this camp your child is assumed to be in
good health. I understand that the Cedar Rapids Community School District and any of the personnel involved with the
camp can not be held responsible for any injury incurred to and from, or while my child is attending this camp.
Parent_____________________________________________ Emergency Phone Number_______________________
In case of an emergency ______________________________ is requested to act in my behalf. Phone_____________
***If you want to purchase additional ropes fill in the quantity and enclose payment. THESE ROPES ARE NOT AVAILABLE
FROM LOCAL STORES. ORDER NOW TO BE GUARANTEED THAT YOUR ROPES WILL BE AVAILABLE AT CAMP.
______ 16 ft. white single long rope -- one for $7.50, two for $13.00 (used for Double Dutch) This is a very popular rope.
______ Additional 8 or 9 ft. ropes -- $4.00
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Number of Ropes
Amount for Rope(s)
_____________________________________
Total Enclosed - Please attach ONE check for camp fee and ropes
payable to Jump Rope Camp
Imagination Iowa is running a new summer program this year called Summer Challenge. It is
for grades 2-10th grade. We have some classes that I thought I would pass along that may be
of interest for some of your students. I am also attaching a link to our website so you can
take a look at some of the other classes we offer as well. Our courses focus on
Entrepreneurship, Engineering, Coding, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Leadership and Math/
Science. These are the ones that I think may be of most interest:
“When I Grow Up”: 2/3rd grade course June 13-17 from 1-4 pm
“Cities of the Future”: 6-8th grade course from June 13-17
“Coding and Cooking”: 2/3rd grade course June 27-July 1 from 1-4 pm
“Working for a Cause, Not Applause”: 2/3rd grade course July 6,7,8 from 8:30-11:30 am
“Explore in 2D”: 4/5th grade course July 18-22 from 8:30-11:30 am
“ExPRESS Yourself”: 2/3rd grade course July 18-22 from 1-4 pm
“Power of Probability”: 4/5th grade course July 25-29 from 1-4 pm
Please let me know if you have any questions. I believe we may have some scholarship
money available, I will know more about that for sure in the next week or so. Thanks so
much! Here's our website about the Summer Challenge:
newbo.co/summercamps
-Kristine Sorensen
Director of K-12 Education
NewBoCo/Imagination Iowa