School News
Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) Testing has been going great so far. Next week will be completing the math portion of the testing as well as 4th grade Social Studies and 5th Grade Science. Here is a link for the complete schedule. Please avoid taking your student out during their testing time. Students that are ill should remain home and will be able to do makeup testing. Students arriving late after testing has started will need to remain in the office until their class is finished testing.
5th grade music program - Tuesday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the large gym. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. Please have your student go directly to their classroom to get recorders, costume pieces (if needed) and then get lined up and ready for the performance. Band students do NOT need their instruments. Have students wear black, white or red for the concert.
Coffee with the Principal - Thursday, April 16 at 8:15 in the commons. Parents/guardians are welcome to attend. Come visit with Mr. Feddema and enjoy coffee and donuts.
A Day Without Hate - We are excited about our April spirit day A Day Without Hate on April 23. A Day Without Hate is a student-led movement promoting nonviolence, unity, and respect in schools. We believe that every individual deserves a safe and respectful environment, and we strive to create a culture of empathy, understanding, and unity through our student-led efforts. Our student council is planning different activities that will focus on spreading kindness, unity, and empathy! We would like all students to wear white. What started as a single day of unity has grown into a powerful movement, reaching tens of thousands of students across the globe who come together to say they will not tolerate violence or hate, and instead choose to reach out to friends and classmates with the message, "We're all in this together." Learn more on the Day Without Hate website at this link.
Educational Needs Form (2026-2027 school year) - This form is made available for parents/guardians to share information about their student’s educational needs. We do not take teacher requests. Therefore, do not request a teacher on this form. This form is available to be picked up in the office and must be returned by Tuesday, April 21.
Health Room - Please click here for a list of the required immunizations. If you have any questions, please contact Danielle Haring, Health Room Aide (dharding@jajags.com or 720-728-6164).
2026-2027 School Year - Please contact Shelly Cohen at 720-728-6162, if your student is not returning to JA next school year (unless you already have). This will enable us to accommodate students on our waiting list.
Calendar
Tuesday, April 14 - 5th grade music program at 6:30 p.m. in the big gym*
Tuesday, April 21 - JA Board meeting at 6:00 p.m. Summit Westminster & via Zoon
Friday, April 24 - No school - professional development day
*If you have a special need due to a disability, plan to attend one of our events and need accommodations in order to participate, please contact Shelly Cohen, 720-728-6162.
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PTO
Black and Gold BASH - Food Trucks are ready, games are on their way and we are going to put the glow in glow dance! Tickets are now available so be sure to click HERE to secure yours! Interested in volunteering at the BASH? We’d love your help! Click HERE to sign up, and as a thank you, volunteers will receive a code for one free admission to the event.
Summer Bridge Books - Help reduce the "summer slide" by providing enrichment for your child for just 15-20 minutes per day all summer long. Available for pre-K through 8th grade. NEW THIS YEAR - Students who complete their Summer Bridge book can bring it into Beyond the Blackboard to receive 50% off one item in the store. Students who complete 4 or more sections of the book will receive 25% off one item. Bridge Books are $15 each with a percentage of the proceeds benefiting PTO. You may order online April 1st through April 24th. Books will be delivered to students by May 15. Click HERE to order!
Join the PTO Board or Run a PTO Committee! - As we near the end of the school year, our JA PTO board members and school administration are working hard to identify volunteers to fill the JA PTO Board positions for next year. If you are interested in serving, please take a few minutes to fill out the JA PTO Board Letter of Intent Form. Letters of Intent are due by 11:59 pm on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Not ready to run for the board and would like to lead or co-lead a committee? We would love your help! Fill out this FORM if you are interested in leading or Co-Leading a committee.
Mileage Club: Spend your lunch outside, cheering on the kids as they run laps to earn prizes! Every Tuesday & Thursday during lunch recess, 11:05am - 12:45pm. Anyone is welcome to help and younger siblings are welcome. Learn more and sign up!
Save the Dates
4/1-18/26 - Black and Gold Bash tickets on sale!
4/15/26 - Hospitality Breakfast (Hosted by: Pre-K and Kindergarten)
4/22/26 - Community Dine Out (Noodles and Company)
4/24/26 - BLACK AND GOLD BASH: ROAR into Fun!
Don't forget to log Your Volunteer Hours HERE