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Five Minute Friday

Posted Date: 11/26/25 (10:56 AM)


Jack Jackter's

Wednesday Weekly Update

November 26, 2025
Science center
Science center
 

News from the office:

District Substitutes Needed!!

Ever wished you could work on the same schedule as your kid??
No nights, no weekends, no holidays… and a front-row seat to all the amazing things happening in our school?
Now’s your chance! We’re looking for friendly, & reliable people to join our district-wide substitute pool. Whether you’re available once in a while or every week, we’d love to have you!
Perks include:
A schedule that matches your child’s
A fun, supportive school community
Making a difference right where it matters

Ready to join us?
Fill out the application on the Colchester Public Schools website and become part of our amazing substitute team!
 

Parent Pick Up Reminder

Please do not park in handicap spaces during parent pick-up unless you have a valid handicap permit.
These spaces must remain open for families who truly need them, and parking in them without a permit creates unsafe congestion in the lower lot, especially with students exiting the building.
Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe, smooth, and accessible for everyone!
 

Important Concert Information:

Chorus Concert
Band Concert
 

PJ Day to Support CCMC - December 12th

pj day
 

What's Happening at JJIS

HOT Spots

This week wrapped up our first round of Day 5 HotSpots, and so many amazing things happened during this session! Students will be coming together to share their experiences during a Jackter Showcase.
One highlight was the Gardening HotSpot, where students helped clean the courtyard before moving on to cultivating the plants we had in the office. They ended their final day by propagating succulents to take home.
Another standout was the Kindness Card HotSpot. Students created thoughtful cards to share within our school and with members of our community. Their work helped spread cheer far and wide!
We also launched the Jackter Times HotSpot, where students interviewed staff and peers and created fascinating articles to share with our school community. We can't wait to share the next edition with everyone!


 
Mels fundraiser
 

Upcoming Important Dates

  • Thursday Nov. 27 - 28 (No School - Thanksgiving Break)
  • Monday December 1st - Day 2 Schedule
  • Tuesday December 2nd - Day 3 Schedule
  • 7:30 am Homework Club
  • 3:15 - 4:15 Afterschool Club
  • 3:15 - Math Olympiad
  • Wednesday December 3rd - Day 4 Schedule
  • 6:00 pm Band Concert
  • Thursday December 4th - Day 5 Schedule
  • 3:15 pm - Homework Club
  • 6:00 pm Chorus Concert
  • Friday December 5th - Day 6 Schedule
  • December 8 - 12 PTO Sponsored Holiday Store
  • Friday December 12th - District Wide Pajama Day to Support CT Children's Medical Center.
 

Questions or concerns?

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. in the main office:

  • (860) 537-9421
  • jjis-office-professionals@colchesterct.org