Greetings Panda Family! Get ready for a paws-itively amazing April filled with learning, laughter, and fun! Here’s what’s coming up:
✨🐾 April 6–10
Assistant Principal Appreciation Week
Thank you to our amazing APs for all you do to support our Panda family! 💙🐼
🌸🐾 April 10 – A Double Panda Event!
🎓 SAC FAST Parent Workshop | 4:30–5:00 PM
🎉 Spring Festival | 5:00–7:00 PM
Bring the whole family for an evening full of fun, smiles, and Panda pride!
🎭🐾 April 17–18
Panda Drama Club Presents: “Seussical”
Oh, the places our Pandas will go—don’t miss this spectacular show!
📚🐾 April 21–23
K–2 PM3 STAR Testing
Show what you know, Pandas—you’ve got this! Shine bright! ⭐...
Complete an application for a chance to enter our raffle and win a prize. Plus, receive free books to help strengthen your child’s reading skills.
At Team Panda, we know:
✨ Students rise when they feel encouraged
✨ Growth happens through engagement and support
✨ Success comes from effort, mindset, and consistency
🪖 How You Can Help
We’re collecting donations to support our classrooms:
🎁 Small incentives (stickers, snacks)
🎨 Camo decorations (hats, banners, flags)
💌 Encouragement notes for students
💬 Most Important: Your Words Matter
Tell your child:
✔ “I’m proud of your effort.”
✔ “You can do hard things.”
✔ Celebrate growth—not just scores
🎯 Our Goal: #467
Together, we’re building confident learners who believe in themselves.
Thank you for your continued support.
Come join us tonight at Jeremiah’s Italian Ice and support our amazing school!
📍 4434 Hendricks Ave
⏰ Now until 8:00 PM
✨ 20% of your order goes back to San Jose Elementary
Just mention San Jose Elementary when you order!
Bring your crew, enjoy a sweet treat, and be part of Team Panda tonight 💛
We’d love to see even more friendly faces out here!
#TeamPanda #SpiritNight #JacksonvilleEvents
📅 Wednesday, March 25
⏰ 4:00–8:00pm
📍 4434 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL
✨ 20% of your order will be donated back to our school!
Just be sure to mention San Jose Elementary when you order!
Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a sweet treat while supporting Team Panda! Go Pandas! 🐼❤
#TeamPanda
REGISTER FOR A BUS TODAY - Bus registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. All students who plan to ride a school bus next year must be registered in advance, including students enrolled in self-contained ESE programs. Families are encouraged to register as early as possible to help ensure a smooth start to the school year. Registration forms are available in Focus. For step-by-step instructions on how to complete the process, visit: www.duvalschools.org/busregistration
REMINDER | No School for Students on Monday
Students will not have school on Monday, March 23, due to employee planning.
We look forward to seeing our Pandas on Tuesday! 🐼❤️
Check the district calendar for all important dates! - https://ow.ly/ww9F50YruKa
Spring Break is from Saturday, 3/14 through Monday, 3/23, and students return to school on Tuesday, 3/24. While we hope our Panda families enjoy a restful and fun break, we encourage you to keep reading part of your daily routine — less screen time, more story time!
Just 15–20 minutes of reading each day helps prevent learning loss and keeps skills strong. Whether it’s books, magazines, graphic novels, or stories about topics your child loves, consistency is key. Read together, talk about the story, and make it part of your daily rhythm.
Let’s keep our Pandas growing and return ready to finish the year strong! 🐼 #PandaStrong
We have an exciting month ahead for our Panda family!
✨ March 13 – Panda Excellence Day & World of Nations
🌴 March 16–23 – Spring Break
🐼 March 24 – Welcome Back, Pandas!
🍧 March 25 – Jeremiah’s Italian Ice Spirit Night
✏️ March 31 – Best Writing Testing Begins
We can’t wait to celebrate, learn, and have fun together this month! Be sure to mark your calendars and join us for these exciting events. 💚💛
#SanJoseElementary #PandaPride #PandaFamily #MarchEvents #TeamDuval
San Jose Elementary Pandas are invited to participate in our Spring Break Challenge!
Students who complete the Math and Reading Challenge during Spring Break will earn a special panda badge when they return to school! 🏅
✅ Students should complete the activities on their challenge sheet.
✍️ Parents, please sign the paper once your child has finished the challenge.
📅 Students should bring the signed sheet back after Spring Break to receive their badge.
Let’s keep our minds active while enjoying Spring Break! 🌞📖🧮
We can’t wait to celebrate our hardworking Pandas! 🐼💚
Please send $10 with your child to participate in the race on Thursday 3/11. Thank you for supporting our school!
This program is best for parents/guardians of children aged 5 - 12 to be responsible, creative, and prepared to meet the challenges of growing up.
This class is 6 sessions over zoom from 7 pm - 9 pm on Tuesdays and Thursday.
Dates:
March 10th March 19th
March 12th March 24th
March 17th March 28th
I have attached the flyer to this email for more information. Participants can register through the QR code found on the flyer or through the link below.
https://url.usb.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/ebgZCJEnyvuqAlOz1IWfvIytz0r?domain=docs.google.com
💖✨ You’re Invited to the San Jose Elementary Loved One Dance! ✨💖Come join us for a night full of music, memories, and FUN! Bring your loved ones and get ready to dance the evening away in a joyful, family-friendly atmosphere!
🎟️ $5 per person or $15 per family
🎧 Live DJ in the building bringing the energy!
🍿 Snacks and drinks available for purchase
💵 Please bring cash
Everyone is invited — we can’t wait to see our families light up the dance floor. Let’s make it a night to remember! 💕
💕🐼 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
