Green
Elementary School
Green News
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The district is committed to ensuring that all work is completed safely, responsibly, and in compliance with applicable environmental and safety requirements.
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Their presentation on effective arts integration strategies will provide educators across the state with meaningful approaches to increase scholar engagement and achievement.
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Jackson Public Schools is continuing to monitor the cybersecurity incident involving Instructure, the company that provides Canvas.
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For over 20 years, Mrs. Bryson has cultivated a vibrant library environment where books come alive, learning is encouraged, and scholars are inspired to explore the world through reading.
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It was a morning filled with gratitude, reflection, and a shared sense of purpose as Jackson Public Schools honored its community partners during the 2025–2026 Highlight Awards Celebration.
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Tatyana Ali, best known for her role on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, visited elementary scholars at Spann and Shirley recently and delivered a special reading of her children’s book, Aszi and the Octopus, inspired by her son’s love for octopuses.
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Let's make education musical! As we are approaching the end of Music in Our School Month here at Green Elementary, join us by celebrating this week. Each Day will be dedicated to a different culture and genre. For more information, please click on the flyer!
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Green Elementary celebrated Read Across America with a week full of fun, literacy-focused activities designed to spark scholars' love of reading.
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Green Elementary scholars showcased their inspiring Black History Wax Museum under the direction of music teacher, Erin Anderson.
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In recognition of the importance of literacy and culturally relevant reading, the JPS Office of Library Services and Teaching and Learning team recommends a curated list of literary works for scholars, educators, families, and community members to explore during Black History Month.
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The two-day event highlighted innovation, creativity, and academic excellence from scholars across the district.
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Jackson Public Schools proudly celebrates Black history by uplifting the people and stories that paved the way for our district’s growth and strength, shaping JPS into a thriving educational community at the heart of Mississippi.
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As part of our ongoing commitment to sustaining a strong and compliant School Nutrition Program, this notice is to inform you that, effective March 1, 2026, adult meal prices will increase.
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Dorothy Fyke, a 6th grader at Bailey APAC Middle School, claimed first place, and Avery Dantzler, a 4th grader at Obama Magnet Elementary School, earned second place.
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Scholars at Green Elementary showed off their excitement for being 100 days smarter.