The Eagle Express
News & Updates from
South Jackson Elementary School
The Eagle Express
News & Updates from
South Jackson Elementary School
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for Lemonade with Ladies this past Wednesday—it was such a sweet celebration! We loved seeing so many of you there.
Our amazing PTO also met on Wednesday to discuss exciting plans for the end of the year and the important work ahead with an all-new president next year! The PTO thrives on the support and involvement of our families, so if you’ve ever considered joining, now is a great time to get involved.
A special shoutout to our incredible teachers for their professionalism and dedication this week! Friday was a productive day of learning and preparation, but we’re excited to welcome our students back for a full week of learning on Monday.
If your child will be 5 years old by September 1, 2025, it's time to register for Kindergarten in Jackson County Schools. Visit www.jacksonschoolsga.org/register to complete the process. You'll need to provide a birth certificate, proof of residency, parent/guardian photo ID, and up-to-date immunization records.
Register by March 15 to participate in the Face-to-Face Kindergarten Roundup. Students currently enrolled in a JCSS Pre-K program do not need to register.
After registering your student, parents can sign up for Kindergarten Round-Up at SJES using this LINK. We can't wait to welcome our newest Eagles!
Join us for a night of fun at the Rock Lobsters' home game on March 20th!
All SJES Students are invited to be a part of the High-5 Tunnel during the first intermission! Meet above section 117 with 10 minutes left in the first intermission to high-five the players as they return to the ice!
SJES 4th & 5th Graders have a special opportunity to sing the National Anthem before the game! Sign up by March 17th and meet at the A-bar (top of sections 118/119) by 6:45 PM.
A game ticket is required—get yours at a discounted rate here: Rock Lobsters Tickets.
We Need Your Feedback! Your input is invaluable in helping us make South Jackson Elementary the best it can be! Please take a few minutes to complete the Georgia School Climate Survey Thank you for your support in making SJES a great place to learn and grow!
Join the EJHS Beta Neon Night Fun Run! Get ready to glow for a great cause! The EJHS Beta Club Robotics Team has qualified for Nationals at Disney World, and we need your help to get them there!
What: Neon Night Fun Run
Where: East Jackson High School
When: March 22, 2025
Why: Support our talented robotics team on their road to Nationals!
Come dressed in your brightest neon and enjoy a night of fun, fitness, and fundraising! Whether you run, walk, or just come for the glow party, your support will make a difference.Let’s light up the night for EJHS Beta Robotics!
South Jackson and the Jackson County School System's 2025-26 Pre-K Lottery Registration opens on Sunday, Dec. 1. Registration for the lottery does not guarantee placement into the state-funded program. For more information and to apply online, visit www.jacksonschoolsga.org/prek.
South Jackson Families: Career Day is on Friday, April 4th, and we need volunteers from parents, family friends, and community members! This is a key learning event for our students, and your help will make it a success. We're looking for people from various careers and trades. If you're interested in presenting to a class, please scan the QR code or click the link to sign up. More details are available in the sign-up form. Thank you for supporting our students!
Safety is our top priority during arrival and dismissal. Help everyone stay on time and out of harms way by following our trusty eagle timeline and car rider protocols. Staff will be on hand at the front of the school everyday from 7:00-7:35 and 2:35-2:55 to ensure student safety.
Did you know we have our own Little Free Library? Located in the back parking lot near the trail entrance, this tiny library is filled with books waiting to be discovered. Feel free to stop by to take a book or leave a children's book for others to borrow; let's keep SJ Eagles reading!
Discover exciting opportunities at the Nicholson Public Library! From fun events to helpful resources, there’s something for everyone. Stop by and see what’s happening today!
Here Comes The Bus for the Jackson County School System is now live! Here Comes The Bus allows for families and students to track the location of their school bus. The app will notify families of morning and afternoon arrival, and is a great transportation enhancement. Please note the app may take 24-48 hours to update. If after a problem with the application arises following the update window, please contact the JCSS Transportation Department via email at transportation@jcss.us. #SuccessatJCSS #AllAroundExcellence
Scan the QR code below for the SJ Road List.
Infinite Campus
All families should set up an Infinite Campus Parent Portal Account. Click HERE to set up your child's account. This account allows you to receive important school messages through the Parent Square app. If you have trouble with this process, email Mrs. Embry at angie.embry@jcss.us After a parent portal account has been activated, please allow 24 hours for the information to sync with the Parent Square app to be able to message teachers. If you are unable to use Parent Square at any time, please send your child's teacher an email.