Archive for July 2023
Virtual Essay Workshop, Monday July 31 – 5-6 pm
On July 31, Jackson-Reed essay mentor Julianne Ams and I presented a Virtual Essay Workshop. The agenda covered: essay brainstorming questions, getting feedback, an activities list exercise, and essay-writing resources. This meeting will be recorded and can be viewed here. You can also view the slide presentation here.
Read MoreSummer Bridge: August 7-11
Summer Bridge is for rising 9th graders to DCPS/Jackson-Reed Daily Schedule 8:30am to 9:00am: Breakfast 9:00am to 12:00pm: Classes/activities designed to help students transition to high school and become familiar with JRHS 12:00pm – 12:30pm: Lunch Registration closed on Friday, July 14th.
Read MoreNew Website for Jackson-Reed
Over the past year, a group of students has been working with the school to create a new website for Jackson-Reed. Today we are launching the first step which is to recreate a cleaner and easier to use version of the current website using WordPress, a widely used Content Management System(CMS). Goals include: To re-imagine…
Read MoreEnroll Today — Don’t Delay!
Timely enrollment helps Jackson-Reed plan staffing course offerings accurately. If you haven’t already, please submit your 2023-24 enrollment forms and proof of residency now. Enrollment documents can be submitted either online or in person: Online: For complete information and access to the enrollment packet, click here: https://enrolldcps.dc.gov/node/76 In-Person: At Jackson-Reed HS Monday-Friday from 9:00 am – 4:00…
Read MoreJRHS National Honor Society News for 2023-2024
Rising Juniors and Seniors (classes of 2024 and 2025) may apply for membership to the Jackson-Reed chapter of the National Honor Society. Senior Application Due Date: Monday September 18th, 2023 Junior Application Due Date: Monday October 2nd, 2023 Visit the NHS page on the Jackson-Reed website for more information. Please contact Co-sponsors Ms. Munoz…
Read MoreSummer Bridge: August 7-11
Summer Bridge is for rising 9th graders to DCPS/Jackson-Reed Daily Schedule 8:30am to 9:00am: Breakfast 9:00am to 12:00pm: Classes/activities designed to help students transition to high school and become familiar with JRHS 12:00pm – 12:30pm: Lunch Please contact Brandon Wims at brandon.wims@k12.dc.gov for more information or questions.
Read MoreUpdate: Class of 2023 Diploma Pick-Up Delay
Class of 2023 Graduates: There is a slight delay on diplomas. Please note that the start of diploma pick up is now Wednesday, July 19th. Thank you for your patience and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Read MoreSummer Bridge Registration Closes July 14
Summer Bridge is for rising 9th graders and students new to DCPS/Jackson-Reed Daily Schedule 8:30am to 9:00am: Breakfast 9:00am to 12:00pm: Classes/activities designed to help students transition to high school and become familiar with JRHS 12:00pm – 12:30pm: Lunch Registration will close Friday, July 14th. Anyone who registers after the deadline will be placed on…
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