Jackson Technology Center for Math & Science PTA

08/28/2026

🎨✨ The 2026–2027 PTA Reflections Theme Has Been Announced! ✨🎨

We're excited to reveal this year's National PTA Reflections theme: "What My Culture Means to Me"

Now it’s time for our talented student artists to let their imaginations shine! Dream big, get creative, and bring your interpretation of this inspiring theme to life through an original work of art.

Eligible categories include:
- Visual Arts
- Photography
- Music Composition
- Dance Choreography
- Film Production
- Literature

Eligibility rules and participation guidelines here: https://www.txpta.org/reflections-participation

08/26/2026

🎉The online store is now open for T-shirt orders! We have two different styles to choose from, and each style is available in a variety of colors, so there’s something for everyone!

This year’s shirts are available exclusively through our online store.

We will not have in-person sales or additional shirts available.

Order here: https://stores.spiritworx.com/21462
💲 $20 each + applicable taxes & fees

Have your shirt delivered to your student's WIN class or choose to have it shipped directly to your home for an additional fee.

The deadline to order is 9/18 with estimated delivery 9/30 to WIN classes.

08/25/2026

📣Back to School Dance Volunteers Needed.

Friday, Sept 4th 1:30 -4:15 PM

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D49ADA72CABFA7-65381652-back

Must have a completed background check on file. GISD has advised that, due to high demand, these are taking longer than usual to process. https://garlandisd.net/connect/volunteer/volunteer-our-schools

We need you! If you are available to help with setup, cleanup, or concessions during the dance (dance chaperones will not be needed), please make sure you have completed a Raptor background check and have been approved before signing up to help.

08/23/2026

Jackson PTA will be hosting a Back to School Dance on Friday, Sept 4th from 2:15-4PM

Tickets are $5 cash and can be purchased the day of the dance only.

Concessions will be available for sale. Items start at $1.

08/21/2026

🌟 Weekend To-Do List
🏫 Join the PTA
👕 Purchase Spirit Wear
🙋 Complete the Volunteer Application

✨ Let’s get these three things checked off this weekend!

PTA memberships can be purchased here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-REnJ_41jxY6kVWx5Ha82tjoCDWZ4ECusniyq_RuPOvEFJg/viewform
Be sure to select the "online payment" hyperlink in blue

Spirit Wear Online Portal: Order here: https://stores.spiritworx.com/21462
💲 $20 each + applicable taxes & fees

Volunteer Background Check Application: https://garlandisd.net/connect/volunteer

08/18/2026

💙 Taking Care of Our Jackson Staff! 💙

Jackson PTA serving dinner to our amazing staff tonight as they prepare for Meet the Teacher! 🍽️

Days like today are long and busy for our teachers and staff, and we want to make sure they feel appreciated and supported. PTA is proud to help keep our staff fed and hydrated as they welcome families tonight and prepare for an amazing school year!

We are so thankful for everything our Jackson staff does for our students and families. We’re lucky to have such an incredible team! 💙

08/18/2026

🎉The online store is now open for T-shirt orders! We have two different styles to choose from, and each style is available in a variety of colors, so there’s something for everyone!

This year’s shirts are available exclusively through our online store. We will not have in-person sales or additional shirts available.

Order here: https://stores.spiritworx.com/21462

💲 $20 each + applicable taxes & fees

Have your shirt delivered to your student's WIN class or choose to have it shipped directly to your home for an additional fee.

The deadline to order is 9/18 with estimated delivery 9/30 to WIN classes.

08/17/2026

📣 T-Shirt sales will begin Tuesday!! We’ll post the link for ordering and all the details soon!

08/14/2026

Have you joined JTC PTA yet? Membership is only $12.00!

✅Actively support your child's education.
✅Support Jackson Teachers, Staff and Community.
✅Support your state PTA as they advocate on behalf of all parents for funding, equitable assessments, safety, mental health, and other areas specifically targeted towards the welfare and success of our children.

Anyone can be a member - parents, grandparents, students, siblings, friends, and neighbors. Members do not need to attend meetings or volunteer. Your $12 helps fund PTA initiatives like Dances, Family Programs, Watch DOGS, Staff Appreciation, Hope Grants, Reflections, advocacy and so much more!

PTA memberships can be purchased here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-REnJ_41jxY6kVWx5Ha82tjoCDWZ4ECusniyq_RuPOvEFJg/viewform

Be sure to select the "online payment" hyperlink in blue.

08/07/2026

We loved meeting so many new Jackson Families today at Viking Camp!!

If you didn't have an opportunity to stop by the PTA table, we want to share some updates:

This year's spirit wear t-shirts will be available for online ordering soon (ETA early next week).

PTA memberships can be purchased here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-REnJ_41jxY6kVWx5Ha82tjoCDWZ4ECusniyq_RuPOvEFJg/viewform
Be sure to select the "online payment" hyperlink in blue.

Friendly reminder - Jackson PTA does not have access to student schedules or registration information and is unable to assist with those issues. Please contact the Jackson administration office directly, as they are the appropriate team to help.

Thank you for supporting Jackson Middle School PTA! Together, we are building a stronger school community and giving One Voice for Every Child.