School News
Holiday Care Packages: Spread the Cheer! Help make the season brighter for JA/Summit families in need by sponsoring a family, donating a gift or gift card, or making a monetary contribution. Donations are accepted from November 18 to December 9 in the JA Elementary, JA Secondary, JA Coal Creek Canyon, and Summit Westminster front offices. Please refer to the first tab on the donation sheet for labeling and sign-up instructions. If you have any questions or are unable to drop off donations, contact Tiffany Blakley, Community Engagement Specialist. Access the donation list here.
Current Families - All of our students will automatically be enrolled in JA for the 2025-2026 school year. Please take the time to log into EnrollJeffco to confirm your choice. This is very helpful for us in planning the upcoming school year. We have new families applying to attend next year. We will begin making offers toward the end of January to those that will be on our waitlist. If you do not plan on returning to JA, please contact Shelly Cohen at scohen@jajags.com.
Infinite Campus Parent Portal - Changes were recently made to the login process for Infinite Campus Parent Portal to better secure student data. This change affects the login process for the Infinite Campus mobile app and the website browser. Here is a link to support families. JeffcoHelp article.
Lost & Found - There is an abundance of jackets, winter coats, water bottles, etc. in the lost & found. ALL unclaimed items will be donated during the holiday break.
Preschool Openings In January 2025- JA has openings in the Preschool UPK program for the second semester beginning January 7, 2025. JA Pre-K will only enroll Colorado Universal Preschool-qualified children. (UPK link). These children must be four years of age on or before October 1, 2024. Kindergarten-eligible students will not be considered in this program. JA Pre-K will be open Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. for the morning session and 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 for the afternoon session. JA Pre-K will follow the JA school schedule for holidays and non-contact days.
If you are interested in this program, please fill out the admission application (link).
Enrollment 2025-2026 School Year
Families that will have incoming Preschool, Kindergarten and students that are not currently attending in grades 1st - 12th grade for the 2025-2026 school year may submit an application in EnrollJeffco. Students currently attending JA are automatically enrolled into JA for the 2025-2026 school year. First round enrollment begins December 5, 2024 and ends on January 17, 2025. Students will be placed in a lottery. Offers for enrollment will be sent out toward the end of January. Families with students currently attending and returning to JA (Elementary, Secondary and Summit) will be given priority. Please share this with family, friends and neighbors.
Preschool students must be four-years old by October 1, 2025 and qualify for UPK. Students who are five years of age by October 1, 2025 will not qualify for UPK. Students eligible for Kindergarten will not be considered for this program. We offer a morning and afternoon class. The morning class is from 8:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. The afternoon class is from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Kindergarten students must be five-years old by October 1, 2025. Kindergarten is full day. We do not have a half-day program.
*Our events will be held in the big gym. If you have a special need due to a disability, plan to attend one of our events, and wish to request accommodations in order to participate, contact Shelly Cohen, 720-728- 6162. Please call in advance so that appropriate arrangements for reasonable accommodations may be made.
PTO News
That's a Wrap - Volunteers Needed! - As a service to our wonderful JA Elementary Teachers & Staff, we will once again be offering That's a Wrap on December 11 & 12. This holiday gift wrapping service is a HUGE hit with so many teachers and staff, and we are looking for volunteers to sign up for a shift to help wrap holiday gifts. If you love wrapping gifts and would like the chance to bring joy to others with this simple (although sometimes daunting) task, please choose a shift (or two) and join in on the fun!
Hospitality Winter Wonderland - Annual Holiday Treats for Teachers & Staff - The holiday season is the perfect time to show our appreciation for the amazing teachers and staff at Jefferson Academy. On December 18th, we’re hosting a Winter Wonderland celebration to thank them for all their hard work, and we need your help to make it truly magical! We’re asking parents to kindly donate festive food and treats to share with the teachers and staff. Whether it’s homemade goodies, savory bites, or sweet delights, your contributions will help create a warm and cozy atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. Please sign up to donate and help us make this a memorable event for all our educators and staff. Let’s come together to spread some holiday cheer and gratitude.
Fine Art Portrait Sessions - Class of 2032 Outdoor Lab Fundraiser - Celebrate the season and support our 5th graders! Trang T. Photography is offering $250 gift certificates for stunning fine art studio portraits. Best of all, 100% of the gift certificate value goes directly to support our 5th Grade Outdoor Lab fundraising. Perfect for family portraits, headshots, dancer, maternity, senior, or Mommy & Me sessions—and they make great Holiday gifts! Only 4 certificates available visit Trang T. Photography's website to learn more and purchase your session.
Holiday Greenery Sale - Class of 2032 Outdoor Lab Fundraiser - Do you love the smell of fresh greenery during the holidays? Do you never know what to give grandparents as a holiday gift? Then consider ordering wreaths, garlands, or table centerpieces from Lynch Creek Farms! Our current 5th grade class earns 15% back, which supports their Outdoor Lab week next year. You can order three ways:
#1 - Use this Direct Link to JA's Fundraiser Page!
#2 - Scan the QR code on the green half sheet included in Monday folders 11/4.
#3 - Visit www.lynchcreekwreaths.com and add our campaign ID #5708387 during checkout and confirm “JA Outdoor Lab for Class of 2032” as the fundraiser.
Orders close December 15, but order by November 15 if you want the items by Thanksgiving. Thank you for supporting Outdoor Lab 2025!
Mileage Club - Mileage Club will host the last Special Charm Day of the semester on Thursday, December 12th. Students who complete 4 laps (3 laps for 1st graders) that day will receive a special winter/holiday charm. Mileage club could be cancelled if the weather takes a turn for the worse so please watch your emails. Volunteers needed - sign up here.
Family Movie Night - Hey 4th, 5th & 6th Grade Families - you are invited to our next Family Movie Night on Friday, December 13, 2024 at 6:30 PM in the Commons at school. Our featured movie will be The Nightmare Before Christmas. Be on the look-out for a separate email with more information and to RSVP for this fun, FREE event!
Calendar
*Tuesday, December 10 - 6th Grade Music Program at 6:30 p.m.
*Monday, December 16 - 4th, 5th & 6th Grade Band Performance at 6:30 p.m.
Friday, December 20 - Students dismissed at 11:30 a.m. Lunch is not served.
Holiday Break - December 21 - January 6. Students return Tuesday, January 7.