The start of a new school year is coming up as local schools are transitioning out of summer mode and getting ready for a return to the classroom.
Jefferson students return to the classroom on Monday, while county students begin classes on Thursday, Aug. 5.
New school year gets under way next week
JEFFERSON CITY SCHOOL SYSTEM
Jefferson City School System leaders are expecting more students than last year. The estimated city-wide enrollment for the upcoming school year is 2,795. The total is up by approximately 85 students from last year, according to superintendent John Jackson.
Budget cuts are preventing additional programs, but the system is still looking at ways to improve.
“No new programs have been added for the coming year,” Jackson said. “However, Jefferson High School is taking steps to enhance its SAT preparation program.”
As far as major renovation projects, the Jefferson School System is resurfacing the track at Memorial Stadium at a cost of $297,600. In addition, it is installing a drainage and irrigation system at the stadium.
The school day schedule for the city schools is as follows:
•Jefferson Elementary School; 7:40 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
•Jefferson Academy; 7:30 a.m. until 2:45 p.m.
•Jefferson Middle School; 7:50 a.m. until 3:05 p.m.
•Jefferson High School; 7:50 a.m. until 2:55 p.m.
JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
The Jackson County School System is expecting a slight increase in enrollment from last year, with a projection of 7,400 students. Superintendent Shannon Adams attributes the stagnant total to the slumping housing market.
The school system is implementing one new program at the elementary school level. It’s called Health Empowers and aims to keep students active throughout the school day without taking up instructional time. The program was implemented at West Jackson Primary School last year and was a success.
In addition, standard based report cards will now be issued to students in grades first through seventh. These report cards help clarify whether or not a student is on grade-level, and the system has added a grade each year.
For renovations, Adams said the major construction project was at North Jackson Elementary School, with renovations to its front office area and cafeteria. The project overall cost $1,038,142, and was paid for with SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax) funds. In addition, the gym at WJPS is undergoing total renovations.
Jefferson City School System leaders are expecting more students than last year. The estimated city-wide enrollment for the upcoming school year is 2,795. The total is up by approximately 85 students from last year, according to superintendent John Jackson.
Budget cuts are preventing additional programs, but the system is still looking at ways to improve.
“No new programs have been added for the coming year,” Jackson said. “However, Jefferson High School is taking steps to enhance its SAT preparation program.”
As far as major renovation projects, the Jefferson School System is resurfacing the track at Memorial Stadium at a cost of $297,600. In addition, it is installing a drainage and irrigation system at the stadium.
The school day schedule for the city schools is as follows:
•Jefferson Elementary School; 7:40 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
•Jefferson Academy; 7:30 a.m. until 2:45 p.m.
•Jefferson Middle School; 7:50 a.m. until 3:05 p.m.
•Jefferson High School; 7:50 a.m. until 2:55 p.m.
JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM
The Jackson County School System is expecting a slight increase in enrollment from last year, with a projection of 7,400 students. Superintendent Shannon Adams attributes the stagnant total to the slumping housing market.
The school system is implementing one new program at the elementary school level. It’s called Health Empowers and aims to keep students active throughout the school day without taking up instructional time. The program was implemented at West Jackson Primary School last year and was a success.
In addition, standard based report cards will now be issued to students in grades first through seventh. These report cards help clarify whether or not a student is on grade-level, and the system has added a grade each year.
For renovations, Adams said the major construction project was at North Jackson Elementary School, with renovations to its front office area and cafeteria. The project overall cost $1,038,142, and was paid for with SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax) funds. In addition, the gym at WJPS is undergoing total renovations.
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