Principle Update for 2/26

Greetings Jackson-Reed Community, I hope everyone had a wonderful February break and is looking forward to our students returning to school tomorrow. As we return to school tomorrow, I want to thank those students who have already taken and uploaded their COVID-19 test results. This DCPS mitigation strategy takes place after each extended break, and students should…

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Looking for Volunteers for Interview Workshop

First of all, we just want to thank all of our Jackson-Reed family members who volunteered their expertise and assistance in helping our prospective interns during our February Resume Blitz! It meant so much to our academy community with over 150 student resumes submitted to our database for upcoming interviews. So, next up, we have…

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JRHS Community Meeting

Jackson-Reed HS Community Meeting: Facilities & Security. Join Jackson-Reed Principal Sah Brown, the JRHS Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO) and officials from DC Public Schools (DCPS) to discuss updates to our school facilities, the new portable classrooms, and security and safety measures. DATE:                  Thursday, March 2, 2023 TIME:                   6pm  LOCATION:         JRHS Atrium We welcome…

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Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multiple-aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military. It is administered annually to more than one million military applicants, high school, and post-secondary students. If you are interested in taking the ASVAB, complete this FORM.  Please complete the form by…

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SGA Earthquake Relief Drive

Assist us in providing aid for Turkey earthquake victims. Needed donations: Blankets Baby Diapers Sleeping Bags Pocket Warmers The drive ends March 25, 2023. Drop off locations are 9th grade – B307, 10th grade – W303, 11th grade – W421 and 12th grade – W328.

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Summer Legal Institute 2023 Opportunity

Are you interested in a career in law or social justice? The mission of the organization “Just the Beginning” is to encourage students of color and from other underrepresented groups to pursue career and leadership opportunities in the field of law. Their Summer Legal Institute offers high school students the opportunity to gain exposure to legal careers. Students will…

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Community Service Opportunities 2/26

*GOODS FOR GOOD – G4G partners with local nonprofits that provide critical care to economically disadvantaged, underserved, and vulnerable communities in the Washington, DC area. We create community service opportunities to address specific needs of youth, families, and seniors who are homeless/house insecure, migrants, food insecure, or domestic violence survivors. GFG mobilizes and retains the…

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Summer Job Opportunity

Sitar Arts Center has two PAID internship opportunities this summer! Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) and Sitar’s Emerging Arts Leaders Summer Youth Employment Program Internship (S.E.A.L. SYEP). APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON MARCH 12TH. What is BAI? The Bloomberg Arts Internship places 30 rising seniors in prestigious arts organizations across DC for a paid experience. From June 26th – August 11th, interns will work up to 40 hours a week, at $19/hour.  Important details:…

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Athletic Update 2/26

“There may be people that have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do.” -Derek Jeter The Wrestling team captured the DCIAA High School Championship due to discrepancies on point totals. We were victorious in the recount. Congrats, Coach Archie Hogan & the Wrestling team. Girls & Boys Swimming…

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News from the PTSO

Thank you to all families who have contributed to our fundraising challenge and congratulations to all students on completing the second advisory! Thanks to your donations, PTSO was able to support the InfoTech ice skating trip, and a teacher appreciation lunch. The PTSO giving challenge runs through the end of February. Please consider donating in…

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