Update: 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!

Summer 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 ​​​Register here. Registration will close Friday, July 14th. Anyone who registers …

Student Schedule & Counseling Update

As you know, we’ve been working to improve the scheduling experience for our students and families throughout the year. Our counselors have been making great strides towards the scheduling benchmarks that have been established. I’m writing to update you on our goal of all students being scheduled into classes by …

Principal's Update for June 18, 2023

We are heading into the last week of school, and this will be the final Weekly Note for SY23. As you know, there were plenty of activities and events last week as we moved to close out the school year. Throughout the week, students presented their final projects during the …

Congratulations to the Class of 2023!!!

The YouTube link for Graduation is https://bit.ly/dcpsjacksonreed23

Athletic Update 6/18

Check out the Washington Post story about the Tiger Ultimate Frisbee Team! Mark Your Calendars - 2023-2024 Tryouts Schedule Cheer: June 20th-21st at 4:00-6:00 pm in the Aux Gym Football: June 26th - First Summer Workout (see flyer attached)A. For more information, please contact Head Coach Rodgers at minoso.rodgers@k12.dc.gov Volleyball: August 9th-10th at …

Student Summer Filmaking Opportunity

The DC Independent Film Festival & Forum has been organizing intensive filmmaking courses for the past two summers. This program offers a practical, hands-on experience in digital film production, including field trips to TV stations and studios, screenings, and engaging discussions. Our teaching team comprises experienced professionals in the field …

Jackson-Reed/Liceo Cambi Italian Exchange Program 2023-2024

Here is your chance to participate in one of the longest exchange programs at Jackson-Reed High School! Host Italian students in DC March 21-26, 2024, and then visit Italy April 11-20, 2024 (spring break). The estimated cost to travel is $2000-$2200. We will host a family interest meeting on Thursday September 21, 7 …

UDC Summer Entreneurship Camp

2023 UDC International Business and Global Entrepreneurship Summer Camp - Open to rising 9th graders to graduating seniors. UDC's School of Business will host an entrepreneurship summer camp, sponsored by the federal government and the Department of Education. Event Timing: Week of June 26-30, 2023 Event Address: University of the District of …

JRHS 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.   …

UDC-CC Apple Swift Coding & Robotics Camp

UDC-CC Apple Swift Coding & Robotics Camp UDC-CC, in collaboration with the Apple Corporation and OSSE, will be hosting the 5th Annual Apple Swift Coding & Robotics Camp! This FREE camp will be held from Monday, June 26 through Friday, August 4, daily from 10:00AM – 2:00PM. The Coding Camp will feature …

Igniting Ethiopian Youth's Literacy Donation

Help us make a difference in Ethiopia by promoting literacy among its youth! The Ethiopian Eritrean Organization (EEO), student-based at Jackson Reed HS, is on a mission to raise money to send the hundreds of books collected to children in need. By supporting our book drive, you can contribute to …

Student Job Opportunity

STUDENT JOB OPPORTUNITY: Paid youth advocate position - YWP (Young Women's Project) a DC nonprofit, is recruiting Youth Advocates for the 2023-24 school year to work on mental health, safety, and sexual health campaigns doing policy, research, youth organizing, training, and peer support. Work time is 4-6 hours a week (1 …

Community Service Opportunity

*ST. PAUL’S CHURCH SUMMERFEST - St. Paul's Lutheran Church (4900 Connecticut Ave) is planning a fun day on the church grass lawn with a large water slide, water balloons, carnival games, hotdogs, and other snacks. The date will be Saturday August 26th from noon-3pm, but this may be subject to …

Cap & Gown Exchange

Seniors: Wondering what to do with your cap-and-gown after graduation? Please consider donating it or loaning it to a future Jackson-Reed graduating senior! The Class of 2023 PTSO reps have established an exchange to help families reduce costs as well as reduce environmental waste. If you would like to offer your cap-and-gown …

Principal's Update for June 11, 2023

Greetings Jackson-Reed Community, We are in the final weeks of the school year, and we want our students to continue to do their best as we close out this year. Students in grades 9, 10, and 11 should continue to attend their scheduled classes and submit their assignments by June 15. These …

Culture Night Planning Meeting

Culture Night Planning Meeting on Monday, 5/15 at 3:30 in Room 208. Come and help us plan this special night! The actual event will be on the evening of Wednesday, May 31! We are looking for volunteers to lead activities, set up displays, run tables, play music, participate in dancing, …

May LSAT Meeting

The May LSAT Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday 5/16 @ 5:30pm in the principal’s conference room. If you are interested in attending virtually please send a request for the zoom link to jacksonreedlsat@gmail.com. The Jackson-Reed Local School Advisory Team (LSAT) advises the principal on such matters as the Comprehensive School Plan, …

LSAT Update for SY23-24

LSAT Update for SY23-24 Hello JRHS families! It’s hard to believe that this year is nearly over. This past week we confirmed the parent representatives for the SY24 LSAT at the annual joint PTSO/LSAT meeting. Please click the link for the team’s bios: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1youFjliEWaVhtAAYs-Zxs9g4AJCbVnjbNLikrLd4M7U/edit?usp=sharing During the meeting we provided a recap …

Fantastic NAF Academy News

FANTASTIC NAF ACADEMY NEWS: We are excited to celebrate our NAF Academy students who received paid internship placements for this summer! Students had to perfect their resumes, and interview with the host employers below while in competition with students from across the city. Very proud of the students and cannot wait …

Principal's Update for May 14, 2023

Jackson-Reed High School Weekly eNews • Sunday, May 14, 2023 Jackson-Reed High School strives to build a safe, supportive, and welcoming community of dedicated and self-reflective learners equipped to joyfully embrace our opportunities for growth on the path to citizenship.   Greetings Jackson-Reed Community, Last week we celebrated and recognized our incredible …

Monday, May 15th, 2023, until Friday, May 19th, 2023. Course request changes will begin Monday, May 15th, 2023. Students will have until Friday, May 19th, 2023, at 4:00pm, to submit their course request change online form to their school counselor. Only one online submission per student should be submitted and …

AP Exam Late-Testing: Students should check their College Board account: AP Exam late-testing will be held Wednesday, May 17 through Friday, May 19. Students who filled out the late-testing request form can check their College Board account to make sure the exam they requested shows the late-testing date. The late-testing request form is now …

Principal's Update for May 7, 2023

Jackson-Reed High School Weekly eNews • Sunday, May 7, 2023 Jackson-Reed High School strives to build a safe, supportive, and welcoming community of dedicated and self-reflective learners equipped to joyfully embrace our opportunities for growth on the path to citizenship.   Greetings Jackson-Reed Community, I hope this message finds you all doing …

Enrollement for SY 23-24 Has Begun

Families can now officially submit their school year 2023-24 enrollment forms and proof of residency for the upcoming school year! 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 (formerly Wilson HS) Monday-Friday from 9:00 am …