CELEBRATING SCHOOL COUNSELORS — Team Duval is proud to recognize National School Counseling Week and the incredible impact our more than 240 school counselors make every single day. They advocate for students, help them navigate their academic journeys, and guide them toward their goals. Our success as an A-rated district with a 97.6% graduation rate would not be possible without these dedicated professionals. As part of this special week, dozens of counselors gathered at the Schultz Center for their annual conference, focused on building student “superpowers” like grit and resilience – perfectly aligned with the national theme of helping students thrive and preparing them for college, career, and life. Their commitment to growing their own “superpowers” directly fuels student success across Team Duval. Join us in thanking our outstanding school counselors for the lasting difference they make in our schools and community!
💕🐼 February is FULL of fun at San Jose Elementary! 🐼💕
We have an exciting month ahead! Mark your calendars:
❤️ Feb 14 – Valentine’s Day
📝 Feb 24 – DMA Testing (2nd & 5th Grade)
📝 Feb 25 – DMA Testing (2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade)
📝 Feb 26 – DMA Testing (3rd & 4th Grade)
💃🕺 Feb 27 – Loved One Dance: Daughter & Son • 5:30–7:00 PM in the Cafe
Let’s make it a fantastic February! 🎉📚💗
#FebruaryEvents #PandaPride #SchoolLife #ElementaryFun #ValentinesDay #DMATesting #LovedOneDance
Simply Essential: A Milestone Experience
Students must wear school uniform.
Go Pandas! 🐼💙
🖼️ How to Order Pictures
You can order pictures online:
💻 Go to: strawbridge.net
➡️ Click “Order Pictures & Yearbooks”
🔎 Enter Code: FM479629
Thank you, Panda families! 📷✨
Friday was an incredible day for our students! Please ask your child about a career they learned about yesterday. It was an awesome experience for all.
Please ensure your child is present every day next week, as it is FTE week and the state closely monitors attendance during this time. Please make sure your child arrives by 8:30am and wears a jacket. We appreciate your continued support. Go Pandas!
Panda Families,
We’re celebrating Career Day this Friday! Students will participate in live demonstrations and classroom presentations from community partners representing a variety of careers. We’re also excited to welcome a special visit from the JSO Police Helicopter and K-9 Unit! 🚁🐕
Please do not be alarmed if you notice police officers on campus — they are here as part of Career Day to share about their careers with students, including a visit from K-9 Penny with our school police. It’s going to be a fun and engaging learning experience for our students!
We encourage you to ask your child:
👉 “What career interested you most today, and why?”
Students are also invited to dress up as their future career on Friday. Go Pandas! 🐼
Panda Families, join us for Safety Patrol Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A on Monday, February 9th from 4–7pm. Enjoy a delicious meal while supporting our Safety Patrol students as they fundraise for their summer trip to Washington, D.C.
Thank you for supporting-- Go Pandas! 🐼
🍪💌 Cookie Gram Fundraiser is Here! 💌🍪
Our Cookie Gram Fundraiser will run from:
📅 January 28 – February 10
Cookie Grams are a fun way for families to send a sweet treat and message to their child (or a special friend at school)! 💙
How It Works
🍪 Each Cookie Gram is $5
✍️ Complete the note card with your special message
💵 Return the envelope with $5 + completed note card
Delivery Date
🎉 Cookie Grams will be delivered to students on:
💘 Friday, February 13
Thank you for supporting San Jose Elementary!
Gentle reminder, there are only 5 days left to sign your student(s) up or special assignments! If you have any questions, or missed our middle school transition day, please don't hesitate to reach out to our School Counselors', Ms. O'Donnell and Ms. Griffin
Thanks!
These classes are a wonderful opportunity to build your English skills in a friendly, supportive environment.
✅ Class Days: Monday & Wednesday
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: San Jose Elementary - Media Center
Whether you're just starting to learn English or want to strengthen your skills, everyone is welcome!
Please spread the word to other families who may be interested! 🐼
Panda Families—get ready to celebrate literacy with fun dress-up themes each day!
⭐ Mon 1/26: 100th Day of School – dress like you’re 100 OR wear a shirt with 100 things
❤️ Tue 1/27: Readers Have Heart – wear RED
🌙 Wed 1/28: Read to Dream – wear PAJAMAS
💙 Thu 1/29: Blueprint to Success – wear BLUE
🎭 Fri 1/30: Career Day/Day of the Arts – dress for your FUTURE
Let’s have a fun week of reading! 🐼📖✨
Panda families, please send $1 with your child on Friday so they can visit our Panda Store following dismissal. All funds raised will support our school. Go Pandas!
We invite all 5th grade families to join us for a Middle School Transition Event to learn how to submit a Middle School Magnet Application and hear from middle school options available for your child.
📅 Tuesday, January 20
🕣 8:30-9:15am
📍 San Jose Elementary
We hope to see you there as we support our Pandas in taking the next step toward middle school! 🐼🎓
Our Pandas are SO lucky! 🐼
- Every VPK-2nd grade student will receive their own copy of Jaxson’s Big Jump to take home
- A Jacksonville Jaguars player or ROAR Cheerleader will read the story aloud
- PLUS, a special visit from Jaxson himself!
We’re excited for this fun and memorable literacy experience. Thank you for helping us make it a great day!
We would like to invite you to attend a Council Member Public Meeting regarding proposed improvements to St. Augustine Road.
Meeting Details:
📅Thursday, January 15
⏰6:00 p.m.
📍San Jose Elementary School
Council Member Joe Carlucci, along with the City of Jacksonville Traffic Engineering Department, will be present to discuss planned road improvements for St. Augustine Road between Emerson Avenue and University Blvd. W. Community members will have the opportunity to learn more and share input. This meeting is open to the public, and all interested families are encouraged to attend.
