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We See Every Child Learning Every Day

Jamestown Public Schools is committed to providing our students high-quality, 21st century learning experiences within and beyond our classrooms so that our graduates are prepared to excel in college, career, and life.

Fletcher Elementary School in snowy conditions.
JPS Weather-Related Closings Information

As the weather changes, JPS may need to delay or close schools. Any schedule changes will be announced through local media, on district social media channels, and through direct messages to families and staff by phone, email, and text. Please make sure your contact information is current by contacting your child’s main office. All weather-related decisions are based on district-wide conditions.

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Tim Anderosn, Kim Cordova, Kevin Whitaker

Dr. Kevin Whitaker and Washington Middle School Principal Tim Anderson stopped by to surprise paraprofessional Kim Cordova, our October “Pillar” of the Month!

Kim, who works in Danielle Ellis’s classroom, is known for her positivity, teamwork, and the steady support she brings to students and staff each day. Her nomination described her as someone who “always has a smile on her face,” starts the day on a positive note, and makes a meaningful difference in the classroom.

JPS has been celebrating staff throughout the school year through its “Pillars of JPS” program. Kim was selected at random from more than 100 “Pillar” nominees in October.

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NYSED Commissioner Rosa Visits JHS

Jamestown High School welcomed New York State Education Commissioner Dr. Betty Rosa on Wednesday afternoon as part of her tour across western New York. During her visit, Dr. Rosa met with students in the school’s aviation program andalso took time to meet with student leaders representing student government, athletics, My Brother’s Keeper, and the Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute to learn more about their experiences and perspectives.

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CHARGE Retreat
JHS Students Participate In CHARGE Retreat

Jamestown High School welcomed more than 60 student leaders from across clubs, teams, and organizations to Mission Meadows for its first-ever C.H.A.R.G.E. Retreat on Oct. 1. Centered on the theme “How can I create positive change in our school and community?”, the day featured workshops led by John Kinder of The Zone, Jeremy Mckoy, Chris Saldarriaga of UpTwnKix, and ATLAS Strategy Group, along with team-building led by Sukanya Burman Dance Studio.

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Distraction-Free Schools Policy In Place

Beginning in September of 2025, students at all JPS schools will no longer be permitted to use personal devices — including smartphones, smartwatches, tablets, and Bluetooth-enabled accessories — during the instructional day.

The decision aligns with New York State Education Law Section 2803, which was adopted by the state legislature and signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul in May. 

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Jamestown Public Schools is made up of nine neighborhood school buildings that serve 4,500 students from across the City of Jamestown.