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Jefferson Elementary School
Jefferson Elementary School Principal: Jan Harwood1455 Gwen Drive Pocatello, Idaho 83204 Phone: (208) 232-2914 Fax: (208) 232-0440 Grades: K–6 Enrollment: 540 The original building that housed Jefferson Elementary School opened in 1919, the same year as Washington Elementary School. Both buildings followed traditional two-story construction, which fell out of popularity the next year. By December 1978, the ten oldest rooms of the aging building were condemned for safety reasons. The entire school closed during demolition, placing the burden on Wilcox, which held double sessions for the 1978–79 school year. For the 1979–80 school year, students were divided between St. Joseph School (rented from the Catholic Church) and the twelve remaining classrooms at Jefferson. Students were split again for the 1980–81 school year, this time between Jefferson and Emerson School. Both the Jefferson and Emerson buildings closed the next year, when the new Jefferson building was completed. Jefferson is a sister building to Gate City Elementary, both opening in 1982. They were designed exactly alike except that floor plans were reversed. Gate City serves students on the east bench while Jefferson caters to the west bench. The schools were designed with classrooms surrounding a central media center to minimize corridors and architectural barriers. Floors and walls are carpeted, and the buildings are bermed with earth to a height of five feet for energy efficiency. MissionMaximizing Student Learning: Whatever It TakesPreparing Students for the Future by Educating the Whole Child Parents OptionsParents of Jefferson Elementary students are active participants in the school community. Jefferson has an active Parent Teacher Organization and parents serve on the board and organize a variety of activities, such as Math Night and Picture Day. The PTO also sponsored students' participation in the "Parade of Lights," which won a prize. Many parents volunteer in classrooms regularly while other parents volunteer for field trips and other special occasions. Parents serve on the Building Leadership Team as well as on the Parent Advisory Committee.2006–2007 Student Body
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2006–2007 HighlightsJefferson is very excited about the increased sense of community it has developed. Last year the students earned "bricks" to build a wall of respect and responsibility in the library, and this year the students are earning "cars" by being caring and courageous as they work to finish the "Jefferson 500." Students, staff and parents are commended for their efforts to create and enhance a culture of caring and connectedness at Jefferson.2006–2007 Academic Performance
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