Join us for Middle School Transition Night on Wed., Jan. 15 from 5:30–6:30 PM in the Media Center with MS administrators and a District Enrollment Specialist. 4th & 5th graders encouraged to attend—other grades welcome!
Science Extravaganza Night will also be held in the Cafetorium! Enjoy science activities, games, door prizes, raffles (including a gift card!), and dinner while supplies last.
Science Extravaganza Night will also be held in the Cafetorium! Enjoy science activities, games, door prizes, raffles (including a gift card!), and dinner while supplies last.
Join us for Science Extravaganza Night on Wed., Jan. 15 from 5:30–6:30 PM in the Cafetorium! Enjoy science activities, games, door prizes, raffles (including a gift card!), and dinner while supplies last.
Middle School Transition Night will also be held in the Media Center with MS administrators and a District Enrollment Specialist. 4th & 5th graders encouraged to attend—other grades welcome!
Report cards will be available to view in the Parent Portal on FOCUS beginning Wednesday, January 14, 2025. A hard copy of each student’s report card will also be sent home with students.
Students who are at risk of retention will receive grade recovery opportunities, and a parent conference will be scheduled to discuss next steps and support plans.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please contact your child’s teacher directly.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting student success.
Soles of the Season – December 17, 2025
Join us for Soles of the Season on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Hidden Oaks Elementary School!
Students will receive a brand-new pair of shoes and socks at no cost as part of this special event. Please note: students must be present to receive their shoes and socks.
We look forward to seeing you there and helping our students step into the season with confidence and comfort!
Join us for Soles of the Season on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Hidden Oaks Elementary School!
Students will receive a brand-new pair of shoes and socks at no cost as part of this special event. Please note: students must be present to receive their shoes and socks.
We look forward to seeing you there and helping our students step into the season with confidence and comfort!
Dear Eagle Families,
Our 12 Days of Winter celebration continues! Starting Monday, December 8, 2025, we’ll have 10 fun days left filled with exciting themes and activities.
Please refer to the calendar for each day’s theme so your child can join in the fun!
Thank you for helping us make this season festive and memorable for our students.
Our 12 Days of Winter celebration continues! Starting Monday, December 8, 2025, we’ll have 10 fun days left filled with exciting themes and activities.
Please refer to the calendar for each day’s theme so your child can join in the fun!
Thank you for helping us make this season festive and memorable for our students.
Dear VPK and Kindergarten Families!
We are excited to invite you to our Reading Winter Wonderland on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM in the Cafetorium at Rufus E. Payne Elementary School!
This special event will provide valuable information on VPK and Kindergarten transition. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate literacy with us! We look forward to seeing you there.
We are excited to invite you to our Reading Winter Wonderland on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM in the Cafetorium at Rufus E. Payne Elementary School!
This special event will provide valuable information on VPK and Kindergarten transition. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate literacy with us! We look forward to seeing you there.
Eagle Nation!
You’re invited to join us for Reading Winter Wonderland on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM in the Cafetorium at Rufus E. Payne Elementary School!
This exciting event will feature:
Reading Strategies to support your child’s success
A visit from the Jacksonville Public Library
Prizes and giveaways
Dinner for families who pre-register
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to celebrate literacy and connect with our school community. We look forward to seeing you there!
You’re invited to join us for Reading Winter Wonderland on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM in the Cafetorium at Rufus E. Payne Elementary School!
This exciting event will feature:
Reading Strategies to support your child’s success
A visit from the Jacksonville Public Library
Prizes and giveaways
Dinner for families who pre-register
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to celebrate literacy and connect with our school community. We look forward to seeing you there!
Eagle Nation! Testing has gotten off to a great start, the race to success will continue next week. Please ensure all students are present and prepared to assess based on the attached Calendar.
Our winter testing window opens on Monday, December 1 and closes on Friday, December 19. Please refer to the Testing Calendar for specific dates and details.
We encourage perfect attendance during this period to ensure every student has the opportunity to demonstrate their learning. Thank you for supporting your child’s success!
We encourage perfect attendance during this period to ensure every student has the opportunity to demonstrate their learning. Thank you for supporting your child’s success!
Join us from 8:00 AM to 8:20 AM! Students will receive their Progress Reports along with a data sheet to review their academic progress.
Parents will also receive practical tips on how to use this data at home to improve student learning, such as:
Understanding key areas of strength and growth.
Setting achievable goals with your child.
Simple strategies to reinforce reading and math skills at home.
Thank you for partnering with us to support student success!
Eagle Nation! Progress Reports will be sent home with scholars this Friday, November 21, 2025. If you have any questions or concerns about your child's progress, contact their teacher and schedule a conference.
Students! Join the fun. Dress as your favorite book character and parade the halls with us displaying your favorite books on Friday, October 31, 2025. You must bring your character's book to participate.
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! November 3rd-7th and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books! Start exploring together :https://www.scholastic.com/bf/payneelementaryschool #ScholasticBookFairs
Report Cards went home October 21, 2025! How is your student progressing?
Starting this Thursday, as a community, Rufus E Payne Elementary School students and staff will wear pink in support of those who have experienced Breast Cancer. Join us in wearing Pink every Thursday throughout the month of October.
All Safety Patrol Families. Don't forget about our Safety Patrol Fundraising Meeting Tuesday, September 29, 2025, from 5:30pm - 6:00pm in the media center. Let's get our Patrols to D.C.!
Progress Reports racing to a home near you!
Rufus E Payne Eagles are Racing to College for Jax Goes to College Week!
Start your engines and race into a night of learning and excitement! Meet our team, explore classrooms, and discover how we are driving towards success
one Eagle at a time
one Eagle at a time
Team Up Parents! Join us for orientation on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 5:30pm.
