IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
As many are aware, North Carolina will experience a partial solar eclipse tomorrow, Monday, April 8th, beginning at 2:00 p.m. and lasting until 4:30 p.m.
Since this will be occurring during school dismissal times we are encouraging our families to remind their child(ren) not to look directly at the sun during the eclipse withour proper eye protection.
While many are excited to view and experience this rare solar event, it is important to remember to do so safely to protect your eye health. It is suggested to wear eclipse glasses from an appropriate supplier, use pinhole projection, or view an online livestream.
For more eclipse tips visit:
https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/safety/
This message is a reminder that Jones County Public Schools will be enjoying Spring Break from March 29 to April 5. We look forward to seeing everyone back on April 8 after this restful and safe break.
Pollocksville Elementary School will have a Parent Night on Thursday, March 21. It will begin at 5:00. District Leadership will present their strategic plan. We will give you resources for helping your child with school. Students from grades Pre-K through 3 will perform, and you can pick up your child's third quarter report card.
Pollocksville Elementary School asks that you support our students this week with our annual Battle of the Presidents fundraiser. Students bring in change and bills to donate to the school. The classes compete against each other using fun strategies. Thank you for your help.
Pollocksville Elemenatary School is pleased to announce its 2024 - 2025 Teacher of the Year is Denisha Coleman and its 2024 - 2025 Classified Employee of the Year is Cleve Koonce. Congratulations to both of you.
Pollocksville Elementary School will have a PTO meeting tomorrow, Thursday, March 14, at 6:00, in the school media center. Please join us in planning activities for the remainder of the school year. Thank you.
This message is a reminder that Friday, March 15, is an Early Release Day for students. Dismissal will be at 11:30 am.
Jones Co. Rec's last call for Softball girls, ages 7-12, Baseball players ages 7-12 is next week. Softball will meet Monday 6pm at the Old Softball picnic shelter at Jones Senior High School, Baseball players Tues 6pm at Old Softball Field.
Happy School Social Work Week! We would like to honor Carly for her work as Jones County Schools' Social Worker and thank her for her dedication to our students, staff, and families.
This message is a reminder that there will be no school for students on Friday, March 8. It is a required workday for staff. Thank you.
Congratulations to Jones County Public Schools! Jones County Public Schools has been selected as a Purple Star school district by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. The Purple Star designation is awarded to schools that demonstrate military-friendly practices and a commitment to military students and families.
Jones County Rec Department will have a Baseball/Softball Skills Clinic on Sat, Feb 17th
For Ages 6-14
Baseball is 930am-1pm
Softball is 10am-12noon
Pizza Lunch for both at 12noon
Reg online at https://jonescountync.recdesk.com/Community/Home
This message is a reminder that there will be no school for students on Monday, February 19, in honor of President's Day. Enjoy your long weekend.
Pollocksville Elementary School teachers and PTO are excited to host a Valentine’s Dance. It will be held immediately after school on Tuesday, February 13. Children must have a signed permission slip to attend and will need to be picked up at 4:30. Permission slips for this event have been sent home.
Jones Co, Recreations Daddy/Daughter, Mother/Son Dance is this Saturday, Feb. 10th, 5:30pm-8pm at the JC Civic Center.
ECU Dental is finishing up their services at Pollocksville Elementary. If you are interest in your child receiving dental services at school, please turn in the application to the office immediately.
Duke Power has restored power to our school sites. Jones County Public Schools will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow.
Due to power outages at multiple schools, Jones County Public Schools will be canceled for students and staff today.
JCPS would like to recognize our School Counselors for National School Counseling Week! School Counselors have a tremendous impact on helping students become successful and plan for a career.
Thank you to all of our school counselors for the work you do every day!
LaShawn Scott CES/TES
Nicole Duprey PES/MES, Intern McKenzie Reeves
Erica Wilson, JSHS
Ashely Andrews, JSHS
Pollocksville Elementary School wants to remind you to keep working on our School Store Fundraiser. Students brought home the packets with all of the instructions last week. We thank you for your participation.