JOES News - March 9th through March 13th
Our JOES library Read-a-Thon has been a success, and it ends on Monday, March 16, 2026. Students earn read-a- thon bucks for every donation that they receive, and will be able to spend these on prizes that they choose on the website once it is , and funds will be used to purchase items needed for Accelerated Reader student rewards at the end of each nine weeks. Thank you to all who supported our students, and I will be giving additional prizes at school for those who participated in this event!
Don't forget to set your clocks ahead an hour before you go to bed tonight!
Today's dress up theme is "If I Ran the Zoo," and we've got a bunch of little animals in the building!
Today, Jesse Owens celebrated Dr. Seuss's birthday and "Oh The Places You'll Go," with Career Day!
Today we're celebrating Dr. Suess Day, and Oh the Places You Will Go!
Gracelynn Stroder wants to be the principal, so Mrs. Anita handed over the keys!
JOES News - March 2nd through March 6th
We're thrilled to announce that our Read-A-Thon is underway! We're counting on you to make it a success. Our school library will receive 75% of the funds raised, and these funds will be used to reward student progress in our Accelerated Reader program. If you haven't already, please take a moment to activate your child’s personal reader page by clicking on the following link:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/lCUGom?utm=email
It only takes a minute or two, and your support will greatly assist us in meeting our financial goals. Students will earn "RAT bucks" that will be used to purchase prizes of their choice at the end of our event. Thank you for your help in reaching our goal and supporting student success in reading!
Jesse Owens Elementary School
Heather Trahan Dupuis, Librarian
Save the date! See some of the best student artists and musicians at the Vermilion Parish Student Arts Expo on Saturday, March 21st in Abbeville!
1st grade is learning about sound in social living! Today they completed an experiment with cup phones!📞🐝
It's time for the Jesse Owens Read-A-Thon!
Our school Read-A-Thon begins today, Monday, February 23, 2026, and is sure to be a fun and exciting event.
We understand that your time is valuable. We also know that providing the best education for your child is important. That's why we are encouraging everyone to activate their student's Read-A-Thon account as soon as possible. The instructions are straightforward, making it quick and hassle-free, and it should take less than 5 minutes of your time.
This account will serve as a hub for recording and monitoring your child's progress as a Reader in the event, and for you to share their Read-A-Thon message with friends and family. Use the link below to activate your student's Reader account:
https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/lCUGom/1?utm=email (This is the same as the paper that is being sent home today).
Thank you so much for your participation and support. Together, we can make this Read-A-Thon an amazing experience for our young readers! Thank you from everyone at JOES!
Sign up for Jesse Owens Elem School BLOOD DRIVE ( https://signup.com/go/QOYfwYZ ) today! Let’s put a BEE in everyone’s ear to Swarm the Blood Drive and Participate.
JOES News - February 23rd through February 27th
Welcome back!
Welcome back!
JOES peeps showed up, represented, earned lots of ribbons, had lots of fun, and learned a lot! Congratulations to all on their winnings! Porter Roger, Briya Trahan, and Gracie Smith crushed it today at the State 4-H Livestock Show in Gonzales, La.
Happy Valentine's Day from Jesse Owens!
Today, Jesse Owens Elementary had some very special visitors: Mr. Tim, Mrs. Laurie, and Harvey Rabbit! They spoke to our students about how important it is that they join the Drug Free Team!
Reminder that registration for PreK and Kindergarten is now open!
Mrs. Bridget and Mrs. Stephanie were recently recognized for their excellence in Early Childhood Education by the Louisiana Department of Education. Help your child's educational future begin with the best!
Mrs. Kay’s class is in full Mardi Gras mode! 🎭 Can anyone guess where the king cake is from?
Today JOES 5th grade did a mixing substances investigation. 2 teaspoons of calcium chloride and 1 teaspoon of baking soda were put into a plastic bag then 10 ml of phenol red was added. Students shook the bag to mix the ingredients and the substance changed to texture, turned yellow, and became warm, giving off gases that inflated the bag.
Earlier today, Jesse Owens hosted their 2025-2026 National Junior Beta Induction Ceremony. Parents, teachers, and students were invited to see our new 4th and 5th grade Betas pledge to maintain their excellence in the classroom as well as in the community. Students were joined by Senior Beta officers from GHS to aid in the ceremony, and newly-elected officers were also sworn in to their posts. Congratulations to these amazing students on their accomplishment!
