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The mission of the Jennings School District is to ensure that each student develops a passion for learning through challenging curricula, rigorous academic standards, innovative, stimulating educational environments, and a passion that education is a lifelong pursuit.

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080826 Jamboree Hanrahan Booth

The August 8, 2026, J-Town Back-to-School Jamboree was reported to have had the largest crowd in its history. Thanks to the support of our school staff and community partners, the Gary Gore complex proved to be a great location for indoor and outdoor fun and excitement!

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Portrait of a JSD Warrior

Created with extensive community, educator, parent, student and partner engagement, the "JSD Portrait of a Warrior (graduate)" emphasizes six areas of focus deemed essential in developing graduates who are prepared to make a difference in our world. JSD warriors are Creative and Critical Thinkers, Effective Communicators, Lifelong Learners, Leaders, Emotionally Intelligent and Goal Driven.

Critical Thinker

Reflects on past experiences • Listens and learns from others • Questions and uses evidence to draw conclusions • Assesses information

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Lifetime Learner

Constantly evolving and adapting to the changing world • Driven by curiosity and committment to personal and professional growth

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Effective Communicator

Articulates thoughts and ideas • Pays attention without interrupting • Conveys messages with confidence and conviction • Manages relationships and communicates effectively

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SRSN Data Dashboard

JSD continues to build a culture of learning that values consistency, resilience and success. At the core of our dedication to quality academics is individual and district student data actively guiding instruction. Educators are committed to developing the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of the "whole" student, needed to be ready for high school, college, career and the workplace. Visit our SRSN Data Dashboard for more details.

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Graduate

I am a success-ready graduate of the Jennings School District  • I am a Creative and Critical Thinker • I am a Lifelong Learner • I am an Effective Communicator • I am a Leader • I am Goal Driven • I am Emotionally Intelligent

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Family Resources

Families can easliy access important information - including helpful resources, contacts, and more - by simpliy clicking the links. 

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Leader

Takes responsibility for their actions • Demonstrates honesty, ethics and strong moral principles • Motivates and inspires others • Maintains composure and perserves in the face of challenges

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Goal Driven

Highly motivated to clear-specific objectives and relentlessly pursue them • Prioritizes tasks, manages time efficiently and maintains discipline

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Emotionally Intelligent

Ability to recognize, understand, manage and utilize emotions effectively • Socially aware, self-aware, self-regulated, motivated and empathetic • Demonstrates a clear understanding of their strengths and weaknesses • Manages impulsive feelings and behaviors 

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