Jefferson Academy Elementary School

Jefferson Academy Elementary School Established in 1994. We believe great choices are important in K-12 education.

The mission of Jefferson Academy is to help students attain their highest academic and character potential through an academically rigorous, content-rich educational program.

📣 Jefferson Academy Charter Schools Board OpportunityAre you passionate about supporting the JA community and helping sh...
05/18/2026

📣 Jefferson Academy Charter Schools Board Opportunity

Are you passionate about supporting the JA community and helping shape the future of our schools? We are currently accepting letters of interest and resumes from parents and caregivers interested in serving on the Jefferson Academy Charter Schools Board of Directors.

Due to term limitations, an additional board seat will become available for a one-year appointment beginning in June 2026.

✨ No special skills are required — just a willingness to serve, collaborate, and support the continued success of our JA community alongside fellow board members, administration, and school leadership.

📅 Letters of interest and resumes are due by Monday, June 1, 2026.
📧 Please submit materials to: [email protected]

Candidates are encouraged to attend the June 9 Board Meeting at 6:00 PM at Summit Academy (7575 W. 103rd Ave., Westminster, CO), with a Zoom option available if needed.

Thank you to all who continue to support and serve our JA community!

05/18/2026

This morning, our graduating seniors made a special visit back to the elementary school to walk the halls one last time. Our students lined the hallways, cheering them on and giving high fives as they passed by. It was such a meaningful and emotional moment for both students and staff — a reminder of how quickly the years go by and how proud we are of these seniors as they begin their next chapter. Congratulations, Class of 2026!

Reminder for families as we head into the last days of school! 🎉📅 Monday is 6th Grade Legacy Day and their last day of e...
05/18/2026

Reminder for families as we head into the last days of school! 🎉

📅 Monday is 6th Grade Legacy Day and their last day of elementary school! Please review the Monday letter for important details. Monday is also the 2nd grade field trip.

📅 May 19th is the last day for Pre-K and Kindergarten students. Grades 1–5 will have a FULL day of school.

🎓 6th Grade Continuation will take place that evening at 6:00 PM at the secondary school.

📅 May 20th is a HALF DAY for students. Dismissal will be at 11:30 AM and lunch will not be served.

Please refer to jajags.com for additional details and updates.

We can’t believe the school year is almost over! 💙

05/15/2026

Our 4th Quarter Recap continues with an incredible season for the Jefferson Academy Elementary Band program! 🎶🎺🥁

From March through May, our student musicians represented JAE in amazing ways:

🎵6th grade band performed at the Jeffco Middle School Band Festival and the Colorado Bandmasters Association State Festival.
🎵Select 5th and 6th graders performed at the ASBDA Solo & Ensemble Festival, where every JAE student earned a Superior (I) rating — an outstanding accomplishment!
🎵The 6th grade band traveled to Grand Junction for the Colorado West Music Invitational and also enjoyed time together at Glenwood Hot Springs.
🎵Our 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students performed a fantastic spring concert for family and friends.
🎵At the Music in the Parks Festival, the 6th grade band earned 3rd place overall against an impressive field of bands.
🎵6th graders also performed alongside the secondary 7th and 8th grade bands in a special collaboration concert.
🎵Throughout April and May, our incoming 4th graders explored instruments and participated in band recruitment events. We are excited to welcome a projected class of 60 new band students this fall!
🎵To celebrate their hard work, students who completed their Pass Off Challenges earned a Sonic drink celebration during lunch.

We are so proud of the dedication, growth, and talent shown by these students and grateful for the leadership of our amazing band program. 🎶👏

📢 BOARD ELECTION RESULTS ANNOUNCEMENT: We’re excited to share the results of our recent Board of Directors election! Ple...
05/13/2026

📢 BOARD ELECTION RESULTS ANNOUNCEMENT:

We’re excited to share the results of our recent Board of Directors election!
Please join us in welcoming our newly elected Board members:
✨ Ryan Ingram
✨ Leah McGahee

We are grateful for their willingness to serve and look forward to the experience, leadership, and fresh perspectives they will bring to our organization and community.
Our new Board members will officially be sworn in during the June Board Meeting as they begin their terms.

We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the voting process. Your engagement matters—and thanks to your incredible involvement, we surpassed quorum by more than 300 votes! 👏

Your support, participation, and commitment continue to help shape the future of Jefferson Academy Charter Schools. Together, we are building something strong, connected, and impactful for our students, families, staff, and community.

— Your JACS Board of Directors

As we head toward the end of the school year, this week we will begin sharing some 4th quarter recaps of the amazing thi...
05/11/2026

As we head toward the end of the school year, this week we will begin sharing some 4th quarter recaps of the amazing things happening at our school! Be on the lookout for posts highlighting the fun experiences, projects, and accomplishments our students have been a part of these past few months.

We’re starting with the Immigration Unit completed by our 6th and 2nd grade students, which concluded with Ellis Island Day!

During this experience, 6th grade students acted as “parents” to the 2nd graders as they worked through an immigration journey together. Students created their own immigration stories and experienced what it may have been like to arrive at Ellis Island by going through stations such as health screenings and other checkpoints before being allowed to enter.

This meaningful activity is a great example of how we connect learning across grade levels while bringing history to life in an engaging and memorable way!

All Jefferson Academy campuses will be closed Wednesday, May 6th, due to weather conditions. As a reminder, we follow Je...
05/06/2026

All Jefferson Academy campuses will be closed Wednesday, May 6th, due to weather conditions. As a reminder, we follow Jeffco Public Schools for all weather-related delays and closures. Stay safe!

Save the date: The next Board of Directors meeting is Tuesday, May 12th at 6pm in-person at Summit Academy and via Zoom....
05/05/2026

Save the date: The next Board of Directors meeting is Tuesday, May 12th at 6pm in-person at Summit Academy and via Zoom.

Details can be found on our website: https://www.jajags.com/page/board-of-directors

*Please note: The agenda is released Friday at 5pm

📣 JACS Board Elections – Voting Now Open!Jefferson Academy Charter Schools families—it's time to vote for two Board seat...
05/04/2026

📣 JACS Board Elections – Voting Now Open!

Jefferson Academy Charter Schools families—it's time to vote for two Board seats that will help shape the future of our school. Elected members will serve a three-year term through June 2029.

✔️ Learn About the Candidates
Review candidate letters and resumes here: www.jajags.com/page/board-voting

✔️ Who Can Vote?
- Parents/guardians of current JACS students (including Summit Academy campuses): one vote per open seat per parent/guardian
- Eligible employees (2+ years with JACS): one vote per open seat
Note: Part-time substitutes and stipend-only staff are not eligible

✔️ How to Vote
Check your email for your voting link. Didn’t receive it? Contact Tiffany Flores.

‼️ Voting closes May 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM MDT

A quorum of 701 votes is required—your participation matters!
Questions? Reach out to a Board member. Thank you for being involved!

📢 JACS Board Elections – Get to Know the Candidates! 📢The JACS Board elections are coming up May 4th-12th, and we encour...
04/29/2026

📢 JACS Board Elections – Get to Know the Candidates! 📢

The JACS Board elections are coming up May 4th-12th, and we encourage all JACS families & staff to learn about the candidates before casting your vote!

📌 Who’s Running?
The following candidates are vying for two open Board seats:

▪️Dane Ernsberger
▪️Hilary Frame
▪️Ryan Ingram
▪️Leah McGahee
▪️Orjinta Nnaemeka Orji

Read their letters & resumes on our Board Voting webpage to see who best represents your vision for JACS’ future.

📌 When to Vote?
Online voting opens Monday, May 4th at 8:00 AM MDT and closes Tuesday, May 12th at 4:00 PM MDT. The link to vote will be emailed on May 4th.

Your vote shapes Jefferson Academy Charter Schools—take time to get to know the candidates and be part of the decision!

Visit www.jajags.com/page/board-voting for all the details about the candidates, voting eligibility, and more!

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9955 Yarrow Street
Westminster, CO
80021

Opening Hours

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Tuesday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm

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