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The Thomas Jefferson School hosted its first Spanish Spelling Bee! Students from various grades participated and showcased their Spanish language and spelling skills. It was a wonderful event celebrating bilingualism and academic achievement. Jefferson School is very proud of all the participants! A special thank you to Mr. Rodriguez, our Music Teacher, who created and organized this special event for our students.

Our Pre-Kindergarten classes at Jefferson School hosted a delightful Parents Day Tea Party. Families were invited to enjoy tea, treats, and special time with their little ones. It was a heartwarming event filled with smiles, laughter, and lasting memories. We thank all our families for attending and making the day so special!

The Jefferson School celebrated Flag Day with a patriotic performance by the first grade, who sang songs honoring the United States. The performance was led by Music Teacher Mr. Rodriguez. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to our students and school!

On June 19th, we celebrate the 160th Anniversary of the end of slavery in 1865 in the United States, which is known today as Juneteenth. It is a combination of the month of 'June' and the 'nineteenth' day that commemorates the happy news of newly-freed slaves in Texas at the end of the Civil War.

On June 6, 1944, Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, changing the course of history. Their courage serves as a reminder of the price of freedom. Let us never forget their heroism and sacrifice.

During our BSCA After School Wellness Wednesday Monthly Workshop Event, we had a heartwarming celebration in honor of our Amazing Moms! Children shared what they love and appreciate about their mothers. Parents and kids teamed up for a fun cup-stacking game that highlighted the power of listening and working together.

The Thomas Jefferson School recently held a workshop for parents focused on mental health and wellness, highlighting practical ways parents can support both themselves and their children. Thank you to Jenny Lozano-Rivera for leading this important session and sharing valuable insight and resources with our school community. Special thanks to our parent liaison, Nancy Francisco, for her support in organizing and making this event possible.

The Jefferson School welcomed the North Hudson Regional Fire and Rescue Team for an engaging and educational visit. Students had the opportunity to learn essential fire safety tips, explore fire equipment, and ask questions about the work of firefighters. We are grateful for their time and commitment to keeping our students and community informed and safe.

The Robot Challenge was a school-wide STEM event held in honor of Earth Day, where students designed robots with creative ideas to help the planet and support social-emotional learning (SEL). Each robot had a special mission—like protecting nature or helping people manage emotions—showcasing innovation, empathy, and teamwork across all grade levels. 🌍🤖💡

Each month, one student per grade is nominated by their teacher for consistently showing greatness — whether through kindness, responsibility, perseverance, or other amazing qualities with classmates and staff.