EPSD
Rita's Victory!
June 07, 2013

Rita’s Victory!

Thank you so much for your participation in the Rita’s Scoop off. The results are in and Jefferson out scooped Lincoln by 50$! The $215 that Jefferson raised during the scoop off will be proudly donated to Autism Speaks, a charity near and dear to our hearts!

I would also like to share some exciting news about the Emmaus Special Entertainment Commission. The Commission has scheduled a series of FREE community events including:

·      Free Saturday Morning Zumba form 9:00-9:45 AM from May4- Sept. 28

·      Free Wednesday Night Aqua Zumba @ the Emmaus Community Pool

·      May 25 Dash & Splash Health Fair  (9:00-3:00PM)

·      First Friday Family Fun Nights (6:00-9:00PM) @ Emmaus Community

o   June 7-Dave Frey, Children’s Musician

o   July 5-Teen Talent Night

o   August 2- Carnival Night featuring John Cassidy, world record holder for balloon sculpting, magic, and comedy

·      Dip N Dance with DJ Dutch (6:00-8:00PM)- June 20, July 18, August 22

·      Bluegrass in the Park Festival- September 28 (10:00AM-8:00PM)

·      Summer Concert Series @ Community Park

o   May 26-Band of Make Believe (Jazz, slow rock) 6-7:30PM

o   June 2- Johnny Dee Orchestra (Polka) 6-8:00PM

o   June 9-The Ultra Kings (Rockabilly) 6-8:00PM

o   June 16- Nicole Donatone and the Hawks (Country) 6-8:00PM

o   June 23-Bootleg Express (Classic Rock) 6-8:00PM

o   June 30-Inch and the Echoes (oldies) 5-8:00PM

o   July 4 (Thurs.)-The Pioneer Band of Allentown (Concert Band) 6-8:00PM

o   July 7- The Acoustic Project9Classic Rock) 6-8:00PM

o   July 14- The Midnight Special Band (Country) 6-8:00PM

o   July 21- Groovitude (Jazz) 6-8:00PM

o   July 28- Alignment (Jazz) 6-8:00PM

o   August 4 ALIAS (Classic Rock) 6-8:00PM

o   August 11- The Bryandt Bros. (Blues) 6-8:00PM

o   August 18- Crazy Hearts (Country) 6-8:00PM

o   August 25- Josef Kroboth (Polka) 6-8:00PM

o   September 1- The Macungie Band (Concert Band) 6-8:00PM

 Please check out the complete list of events at:

http://www.borough.emmaus.pa.us/Emmaus-Special-Enter.html

Thank you!
June 06, 2013

Thank you!

 

I would like to extend a great big thank you to all of the parent volunteers who have helped make the 2012-2013 such a successful school year for our Jefferson students.

 

In order to continue to set the bar high for our students we are asking that you take a few minutes to complete the attached survey regarding our Jefferson PTO and volunteerism opportunities. This is a completely confidential way for you to share your thoughts and feelings about current Jefferson events and how to improve upon events.

 

Thank you in advance for completing the survey.

 

Simply click and go!

 

Mrs. Cheryl Scalzo

 

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/77Q2799

 

Schedule for Last Day of School
April 29, 2013
  • The last day of school is Tuesday, June 11, 2013. This is a regular day for staff.
  • 11:00 AM dismissal for MS and HS - No lunch served
  • 12:00 PM dismissal for Elementary, No PM kindergarten - No lunch served
  • Last day for PM kindergarten will be Monday, June 10, 2013. AM kindergarten students will be dismissed at 12:00 PM on June 11 on the bus that they came to school on.
EPSD Summer Fitness Program 2013
April 12, 2013
Fitness camp is a five-week program available for students entering grades 1-6. The camp will be held Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from July 9 through August 8 at Willow Lane Elementary. Parents/Guardians will have to provide their own transportation. For more information, please download the flyer (PDF).
Drama Club
February 11, 2013

Check out our Drama Club page with all the lastest information and forms!

Click here

Jefferson Drama Club
January 31, 2013


 Longaberger/Vera Bradley Bingo

Thank you for coming out to support the Drama Club at our Vera Bradley/Longaberger Bingo! This event took place on Saturday, January 26 and was a complete success! Our Jefferson Drama students truly appreciate your support and encouragement. All proceeds from this event will directly benefit our FREE after school Drama Club!

For more information about the Jefferson Drama club and a list of upcoming events, please click here.

PSSA Writing Field Test
January 31, 2013

Writing Field Test

The East Penn School District will be administering the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) Writing Field Test in grades 3-5.  Students at Jefferson Elementary School will participate in this field test on Wednesday, February 6, 2013.  This test will take approximately 1 hour to complete.  The students who participate in this field test are “testing the items” for future assessment consideration.  In addition, the field test will give students practice in the types of tasks that will comprise future writing assessments.  Although no data or results from this field test will be returned to your child’s school or the district, it is important that all students are encouraged to do their best.  Please contact your child’s building principal with any questions regarding this field test.  

Severe Weather Bus Routes
January 14, 2013
In the event of a severe weather emergency alternate bus routes may be used. You can download and review East Penn’s emergency busing procedures here (PDF). A letter explaining the policy can be accessed here.
Kindergarten Registration
January 02, 2013

Jefferson kindergarten registration will be held on March 20. For complete kindergarten registration information please visit http://www.eastpennsd.org/Kindergarten/

Calendar Changes
December 11, 2012
At the December 10, 2012 meeting of the East Penn Board of School Directors, the Board approved the following changes in the 2012-13 calendar:

February 14, 2013 - Full School Day
February 15, 2013 - Full School Day, 11:00 a.m. Dismissal for the Middle and High Schools
March 28, 2013 - Full School Day

Download the complete 2012/13 Days In-Session Calendar.
Drop and Drive
December 03, 2012

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation with our Jefferson Drop and Drive initiative! Together we can make drop off a much safer process for our children!

To view the Drop and Drive policy please click here.

 

Mrs. Cheryl A. Scalzo, Principal

Important Information
November 08, 2012

The following are links to important Jefferson information: School Spirit Activities , PTO Calendar of Events , Student Directory Flyer

Child Find
November 08, 2012

This is information regarding the identification of students in need of special education services. Click here to download more information.

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  • Emmaus, PA 18049
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  • School Hours: 8:55am-3:30pm
  • Wednesday Dismissal: 1:30
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