Jackson Public Schools Enrollment Information Where success...                     is the Only Choice!
Jackson Public Schools, located in Jackson, Michigan is a preschool through 12th grade district which serves over 7,000 students in 2 high schools, one  middle school and 8 elementary schools.  JPS combines a rich tradition of academic excellence with the latest teaching techniques to set the standard for education in Jackson County.

Kindergarten and Preschool

For more information:     call Helen at     (517) 841-2147

Free Michigan School Readiness Preschool Small class sizes All day - every day kindergarten Free transportation Paraprofessional support in every classroom Early literacy assessments Highly qualified staff Opportunities for parent / family involvement

JPS Elementary Schools

For more information: call Michele at  (517) 841-2202

PK-6th grade comprehensive, research-based curriculum Magnet schools (foreign language, science and technology) Updated facilities Award winning Academic Games Fine Arts (instrumental, strings, drama, choir) Highly qualified staff Health services, including social workers and nurses Programs to meet needs of all students Technology in every classroom After-school opportunities Gifted/Talented opportunities Opportunities for parent involvement

Middle School at Parkside

Contact Parkside at:    ( 517)  841-2300    Fax (517) 786-5968

Accelerated algebra and geometry Small class size on caring teams Three foreign languages Academic games Award winning band, choir and orchestra Five computer labs with cutting edge technology Before and after school tutoring Olympic pool and fieldhouse New tennis courts No "cut" athletic program Full year of art Alternative placements Online grades and progress reports Full time nurse and social worker Community partnerships Keyboarding music technology Highly qualified staff