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2025 DC CAPE Schedule & Information
The DC CAPE is the end of year summative assessment for English, Math, and Science. This test provides a vital opportunity for students to demonstrate what they have learned during this school year and provides crucial information about teaching and learning at our school. DC CAPE testing will take place from Wednesday, April 30th to Thursday,…
AP Exam Updates
From Monday, May 5 through Friday, May 16, Jackson-Reed High School will administer AP exams according to College Board’s schedule. Students can check their AP Classroom home page to see the dates/times of their AP exams. All students taking an AP exam should enter through the Pool Entrance for both morning and afternoon exams. The…
Class of 2025: Important Information
Attention Class of 2025 Seniors & Parents, As mentioned in our last town hall meeting, payment for Caps & Gowns ($42) and Senior dues ($125) are being collected at the school bank and/or main office. Prom tickets are also currently on sale through May 30th and can be purchased at the school bank/main office. Please…
2025 Summer Bridge Registration is Now Open!
Rising 9th graders and school staff will get to know each other while building their understanding of high school. Students will enjoy various activities, such as team-building games, scavenger hunts to get to know their new schools, excursions and field trips, creative projects, performances, and presentations about high school and beyond. More information on signing…
Summer Youth Experience Program (SYEP) Youth Engagement Event
The Mayor’s Office on Latino Affairs (MOLA) invites students to attend our Summer Youth Experience Program (SYEP) Youth Engagement Event on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at 899 North Capitol St NE, Washington, DC. This event is open to DC youth ages 14 to 24 and offers: On-site registration for SYEP, a six-week paid work experience (June…
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
The Mental Health Awareness Month 2025 theme is “Turn Awareness into Action”. This theme emphasizes the importance of translating understanding and awareness about mental health into concrete steps for improvement. Take a look some additional resources and activities below. 31-Days of Mental Health Challenge Value Jar Family Activity
Guide to Graduation, Career & College for Grades 9-11
By Friday, April 25, 2025, students in 9-11th grade and their families will receive their individualized copy of their “Guide to Graduation, Career & College” by both text and email. The Guide will be placed on ASPEN by Friday, May 2, 2025, and is used to provide personalized information regarding student’s progress toward graduation, and…
Town Hall Recordings
Please see the recordings of last week’s Family Virtual Town Halls below. Sophomore (C/O 2027) Family Town Hall: Apr 24, 2025 Senior (C/O 2025) Family Town Hall: Apr 25, 2025
ATTENTION SENIORS: Earn Community Service on Sat, May 3!
Join us in making a difference! We’re walking to end homelessness in DC, one step at a time. SENIORS can earn up to 10 hours of community service toward graduation by participating in Friendship Place’s Walk to End Homelessness on May3. If you’ve already registered or are interested in registering, meet AP Minsker at the…
J-R Theater Fundraiser at Pete’s Apizza: Tuesday, April 29
Love Pizza? Love Theater? Please support the Jackson-Reed Theater program at Pete’s Apizza, 4940 Wisconsin Avenue NW on Tuesday, April 29. From 11am-Closing, 25% of the proceeds from both dine-in and take-out orders will be donated to the theater program to support our musical production of “The Addams Family”. Take-out orders must be made through…
PTSO “Politics & Prose” Bookfair: May 3
Support your school and your PTSO by purchasing Politics and Prose (any location) on Saturday, May 3. They carry books, puzzles, cards, CDs, gifts, and more, so there’s something for everyone! Show the flyer below and 20% of proceeds go back to Jackson-Reed! Tell your friends and neighbors!
Enrollment Saturday & Open House: April 26
Are you ready to explore the exceptional educational and extracurricular opportunities at Jackson-Reed High School? Join us at our Spring Open House to learn more about Jackson-Reed High School. Here’s what’s in store for you: Principal’s Coffee: Start your day off right with a warm cup of coffee, a donut, and a chat with our…
25-26 SY LSAT Interest
The Local School Advisory Team (LSAT) meets monthly to advise the principal on such matters as the Comprehensive School Plan, the annual school budget, strategic priorities, curriculum, school culture, and family engagement. The LSAT may also advocate on behalf of Jackson-Reed on city-wide educational issues. Participating in the LSAT is a great way to be…
Grade Level Town Halls
This week grade level teams will meet for their Town Halls on Wed, Apr 23, and Thu Apr 24. Students will be dismissed over the loudspeaker at the following times. Freshmen: Wed Apr 23, 11:00 am Sophomores: Wed Apr 23, 2:45 pm Juniors: Thu Apr 24, 2:45 pm Seniors: Thu Apr 24, 11:00 am Family Town Halls The following…
Beacon Senior Ads for Sale!
The time to purchase Senior Ads is here! Senior Ads are the Beacon’s main source of funding and a great way to celebrate your graduating Senior. Senior Ads are printed with our final edition which will be handed out on the last day of school for Seniors and at graduation. They include a message and…
Steps to Complete 2025-2026 Enrollment!
Parents/Guardians can now submit enrollment forms and proof of residency for the upcoming 2025-26 school year! Go to the enrolldcps.dc.gov website and follow the links to enroll. If you have issues with online enrollment, paper packets will be available at the school. 1) Complete SY25-26 Enrollment Packet Complete the DCPS enrollment packet using online enrollment (link…
Athletics Week of April 21, 2025
Date Event Game Time Opponent Location Early Release Transportation Pick Up Time Monday, April 21st Varsity Baseball 4:00 PM Ballou Fort Greble Field 1:30 PM DCIAA @ 2:00 PM Tennis 4:00 PM Dunbar – FORFEITED WIN Fort Reno Courts TBD N/A Boys Ultimate Frisbee 7:45 PM Yorktown Jackson-Reed N/A N/A Tuesday, April 22nd Varsity Softball…
April Community Conversation: Raising Resilience
See the flyer below for more information and RSVP for the event below! Register for the “Raising Resilience” Workshop
Asian Student Union Field Trip
Students participated in a roundtable discussion with foreign policy professionals at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, where we discussed current US relations with East Asia. They made us so proud!
DC CAPE & Crepes Saturday Intervention Program Comes to an End
Many thanks to the students, staff, and families for their contributions to our 5-week program. Students were exposed to DC CAPE released items and strategies that we are sure will support them as they aim to ACE the CAPE. Remember, DC CAPE begins April 30th.