James A. Garfield, IPS 31

09/02/2026

First night, big energy, and 100% effort! 🏐💥 Our new elementary volleyball team played their hearts out in their first two games tonight.
While the scoreboard didn't go our way this time, the hustle, high-fives, and epic saves were off the charts. We're super proud of how hard these kids fought for every single point—the first-game jitters are officially out of the way, and this team is just getting started! 🚀💪
Way to bring the spirit, team! On to the next one! 👇 Drop some love in the comments for our players!

08/09/2026

🎉 Welcome back, families! We are so excited to kick off an amazing new school year tomorrow morning! 🎉

Our teachers and staff have been working hard to get everything ready, and we can’t wait to see all of our wonderful scholars filling the halls with energy, smiles, and big bright ideas!

⏰ Important Reminders for Day 1:
Doors Open: 8:55 AM
Dismissal/Pick-Up: 3:40 PM

❤️ Drop-off Hugs & Kisses: To help our scholars build confidence and jump right into their morning routines, we kindly ask all parents and guardians to give your big hugs, high-fives, and kisses at the front door and let our staff take it from there. We’ve got them covered and promise to make them feel right at home!
Rest up tonight, get those backpacks packed, and get ready for a fantastic year. See you bright and early tomorrow! 🎒✨📚

08/05/2026

What a great turnout for Back to School Night!

It was so much fun seeing returning families, meeting new ones, and watching all the excitement as everyone got ready for the new school year. Thank you to our staff for all the work that went into making tonight a success and to our families for coming out.

We can’t wait to welcome our students back on Monday. Here’s to a great school year at School 31! El Sistema Indianapolis Indianapolis Public Schools

08/03/2026

We are just 2 days away! We hope to see everyone at Back to School Night!

07/24/2026

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07/19/2026

Take advantage of this great night this Wednesday!!!!

Families, check out this great community event on Wednesday, July 22, from 3–7 PM at 4917 W. Vermont St.

🎒 Free backpacks for kids
🍔 Food
🎯 Games
👮 Meet local police, firefighters, and EMS

See the flyer below for all the details! 😊

07/17/2026

📚✏️ School supply lists for the 2026–2027 school year are here!

Get a head start on back-to-school shopping by checking out your student's grade-level supply list below.

We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another great school year! ❤️🖤

07/15/2026

📚 Back-to-School Night is Wednesday, August 5, from 4:00–6:00 PM!

Franciscan Health Immunization Services will be at JAG during Back-to-School Night offering vaccinations. If your student needs immunizations or is due for required vaccines, this is a great chance to get them taken care of before school starts.

We hope to see you on August 5!

07/05/2026

Families, check out this great community event on Wednesday, July 22, from 3–7 PM at 4917 W. Vermont St.

🎒 Free backpacks for kids
🍔 Food
🎯 Games
👮 Meet local police, firefighters, and EMS

See the flyer below for all the details! 😊

07/01/2026

📢 Attention JAG Families!

If you’ve moved, please email a copy of your lease or a utility bill from the last 30 days to Mrs. Hixon at [email protected] as soon as possible.

We’re working to make sure transportation is ready for the first day of school, and we need your current address to make that happen.

Thank you for helping us get everything ready for a great start to the school year! ❤️❤️