March FUNdraiser at Chuck E. Cheese's!

3/9/2023 8:00 am

Join Jackson PTA for a special night of FUNdraising! 

Join us on Friday, March 24th, from 3:00pm to 9:00pm, at Chuck E. Cheese off of Preston Rd. in Plano. Mention Jackson Elementary PTA at the register and 15-20% of generated sales for the night will be donated back to Jackson! 

Looking to save some cash? We've got you covered! 

View Our Discount Flyer!

See Plano CEC Coupons!

Honoring Women in History this March

3/8/2023 9:00 am

International Women's Day falls on the 8th of March, the month dedicated to Women's History. To celebrate, we highlight a critically acclaimed series of short stories honoring women in history who broke barriers and achieved great things. The Goodnight Stories For Rebel Girls quickly became the most successful publishing project in crowdfunding.

Goodnight Stories For Rebel Girls

WHERE TO FIND THIS SERIES:

...for purchase while supporting local bookstores

Bookshop.org

...for free use in the community

Plano Public Library

Dallas Public Library

... there's even a podcast!

Official Podcast

Read on for information about the New York Times Best Selling Goodnight Stories For Rebel Girls book series!

Read-A-Thon Reading Reminder!

3/3/2023 9:00 am

The Read-a-thon is continuing through spring break! Reading keeps our kids' brains engaged and active so they can return back to school ready to learn again!

Remind your child to break out a book and record their reading time this Spring Break! The grade with the most funds raised We'll see everybody back on the 14th.

Not registered yet? Get started here!

Register Here

DON'T FORGET TO SHARE YOUR PROGRESS! Sharing your logged minutes with your sponsors gets them excited too! Check out some of these comments from our sponsors. They're ROOTING FOR YOU!
Great job, everyone!

Jackson's Read-A-Thon

Click Read More below for some ways to encourage your child to read!

March into Read-A-Thon!

2/27/2023 9:00 am

March is National Reading Month and Jackson is kicking things off by holding a Read-a-thon!

Read-a-thon promises to be a fun, exciting journey that that will actually get your reader excited about reading while giving friends and family the opportunity to encourage your child to read even more! Read-a-thon starts, today, Monday February 27, 2023!

We encourage you to activate your reader’s account today by clicking on the link below and following the simple instructions.

Register Here

Once activated, you can record and view your reader's progress, and send notes to family and friends!

Happy Reading!

It's time for the Jackson Elementary School Read-a-thon!

2/21/2023 9:00 am

Read-a-thon promises to be a fun, exciting journey that starts Monday February 27, 2023. We will get your children excited about reading.

We know you have limited time but want the best education for your child. That’s why we hope everyone will activate their reader's account as soon as possible. This is where you can record and view your reader's progress.

We encourage you to activate your reader’s account today by clicking on https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/VpCzAj/1 and following the simple instructions.

Thanks so much,

Jackson Elementary School

Happy Friendship Day!

2/13/2023 5:00 pm

School memories will always be the closest to my heart because you are there in it to make them so special….. Wishing you a very Happy Friendship Day to all of our friends at Jackson!

Get ready for Read-A-Thon!

2/13/2023 9:00 am

Jackson Elementary School has decided to hold a Read-a-thon this year!

Read-a-thons actually get your reader excited about reading and it gives friends and family the opportunity to encourage your child to read even more.

Our Read-a-thon starts Monday February 27, 2023.

About one week before our Read-a-thon starts we will send home instructions on how to activate your reader's personal page. This is where you will be able to view and record their progress.

We encourage you to activate your reader’s account today by clicking on https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/VpCzAj/1 and following the simple instructions.

We've chosen Read-a-thon because it will not take much of your time, gives your child a reason to read and helps in the development of stronger reading skills.

We hope EVERYONE participates.

Thanks so much,

Jackson Elementary School

Fun Bun Puns in anticipation for Spirit Night at Edmond's!

2/8/2023 9:00 am

Fun Bun Puns for Friendship/Valentine's Day

You're the only bun for me.

You're bun in a million.

Lettuce be together forever.

I'm sorry for what I said before I had my burger.

I only have fries for you.

Time Fries when I'm with you. 

If you like it, then you should have put a wing on it.
You are the wind beneath my chicken wings.

February Spirit Night - We Make A Great Combo ❤️

2/5/2023 9:00 am

Jackson Elementary
+
Edmond's Burgers
=
❤️

Support this Jackson by stopping by Edmond's Burgers in Plano February 9th, 10th, and 11th! The February Spirit Night is not bun in a million and will last for three full days. So lettuce grab a loved one, friend, colleague, neighbor, acquaintance, or even just treat yourself this weekend and enjoy knowing you're giving back to your school.

Thursday, February 9th
Friday, February 10th
Saturday, February 11th

Edmond's Burgers
2919 W 15th St.,
Plano, TX 75075

Getting Groceries? Support Jackson While You Shop!

1/31/2023 9:00 am

Show Jackson some EXTRA love: Scan your receipts all month long for a chance to win! 5 people will receive 5,000 Bonus Box Tops for their school. Ends 2/28.*

More Info

NO MATTER WHERE YOU SHOP,
YOU CAN EARN WITH BOX TOPS.

Congrats, to our Reflections award recipient!

1/27/2023 9:00 am

This morning on JagTube, Aarvi Garg, 4th grade student in Ms. Rodriguez's class, received an award for her participation in the 2022-2023 National PTA Reflections Program. For her project, Aarvi wrote a paper using the theme for this year's contest, Show Your Voice. We are so proud of you, Aarvi!

DALLAS MAVERICKS READING CHALLENGE

1/20/2023 9:00 am

Our Jackson Jaguars are already encouraged to read 20 minutes a day, why not log that time to earn badges with the Dallas Mavericks!? The Mavs are challenging kids and teens, ages 0-18, to read or be read to, at least 20 minutes a day. Earn badges for completing fun MAVS activities and for every 10 days you read, up to 40 days. Read 40 days or more for a MAVS SWAG BAG and a grand prize entry. The more you read the better your chances of winning the grand prize!

Annually between January 1st and March 31st!

Jackson parents can use this challenge as an opportunity to spend quality time with family as well. Take a break and grab a book with the kid/s, find a new reading spot outdoors, at the library, in a park, wherever! 

Order Your Yearbook Today!

1/17/2023 5:03 pm

There are so many memories to cherish this year and yearbooks provide an opportunity to preserve those special moments for the future. Click the link below to order your 2022–2023 yearbook today!

2022-2023 Jackson Yearbook

Yearbook ID: 14287923

January Spirit Night - Cici's Pizza

1/10/2023 9:00 am

Please join us at Cici's Pizza for a special Give Back Event! Dine at Cici's and a portion of the proceeds will go to Jackson PTA.

2220 Coit Rd Suite 300, Plano, TX 75075

New Library Opportunities!

1/5/2023 9:00 am

We have a new sign up form for the Spring '23 semester to assist our librarian, Ms. Kincaid! As an Aide, you will help restock and organize shelves, work on current projects, and many more tasks to help Ms. Kincaid keep the library as an excellent resource for our Jackson students.

See current list of opportunities here!

Note, these opportunities are currently listed as a recurring role each Tuesday and Thursday from 12:00PM to 2:00 PM BUT we are happy to adjust to your schedule. Please reach out to JacksonPTA@gmail.com with any suggested times that fit your schedule and a representative will reach out to you as soon as feasible!

Welcome back!

1/3/2023 9:00 am

We hope all of our members and families had a wonderful winter break! Reminder school resumes on Wednesday, 1/4/2023. Stay tuned for more PTA news!

December Spirit Night @Chili's!

12/5/2022 9:00 am

Doing Good With Good Food

Chili's will give 10-15% of its sales back to Jackson Elementary PTA when you dine with us from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, December 14th!
Taking place at your local Chili's:
16623 Coit Rd.
Dallas, TX 75248

Canned Food Drive Happening Now

11/30/2022 8:00 am

Jackson Elementary 2022 Voluntary Canned Food Drive

Our Jackson students are encouraged to think of others by donating canned goods to Minnie’s Food Pantry. All food collected will benefit families in the community.
TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Collection Dates:
November28th - December 9th

*ALWAYS NEEDED*

• Peanut Butter
• Spaghetti
• Jelly
• Spaghetti Sauce
• Boxed Potatoes
• Canned Mixed Veggies
• Canned Fruit
• Vienna Sausages

NO glass containers, bagged rice or beans please!

Boxes for daily donations will be located in the front hall by the office.
Sponsored by Jackson Student Council

MABEL'S LABELS

11/28/2022 9:30 am

Book Fair was a Success!

11/28/2022 9:00 am

Thank you to everyone who helped make our Scholastic Book Fair one for the books! We were so delighted to bring back the in-person Book Fair this fall after a break during the pandemic. Special thanks to all of our volunteers and parents who were able to contribute to the success.

Scholastic Book Fair!

11/14/2022 7:05 am

Get Ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is HERE (YAY!). Jackson's Book Fair will be open from 7:00 am - 8:00 am, 10:15 am - 1:45 pm, and 2:35 - 4:00 pm Monday through Friday, November 14-18, with special hours, 6:45 pm - 7:15 pm, on Thursday, November 17, after the First Grade Turkey Show.

November Spirit Night @ Raising Cane's

11/7/2022 10:00 am

Join us on Friday, November 11th from 10 AM to midnight for Raising Funds with Raising Cane's! Be sure to mention Jackson Elementary and a portion of the proceeds will go towards our school.

1000 W 15th St, Plano, TX 75075, USA

Book Fair Volunteers

11/4/2022 9:50 am

Jackson Scholastic Book Fair

Butter Braid Pick Up

11/3/2022 9:47 am

Our butter braid packages will be delivered to Jackson TODAY, Thursday, 11/3. We will not be able to deliver them to the classrooms. Please plan to come to school to pick up your child's sales right after school starting at 2:30 near the front office. You must park in the parking lot (not the carpool line) to come in. 

Reflections Reminder

11/2/2022 4:40 pm

Call for entries! Reminder that entries for are due November 4th and all entrants must have one parent/guardian registered as a PTA member no later than October 31st.

National PTA's Reflections Program is an opportunity to express yourself and get creative with this year's them Show Your Voice! See the front office for an entry form or visit https://www.jacksonpta.com/reflections for more information.