Jefferson Elementary is one of seven K-4 elementary schools within the Norfolk Public School District. The curriculum includes: careers, HAL, computer/technology, English as a Second Language, health, language arts (including listening, reading, writing, speaking), mathematics, multicultural education, music (vocal/instrumental), physical education, science, social studies, special education, and visual arts.
Additional programs include: guidance services, hot lunches, breakfast, library skills, etc. Parent involvement is encouraged through a parent-teacher organization.
Strengths of Jefferson Elementary school:
- During our PLC and grade level meetings we interpret and analyze data to monitor programs, interventions and student growth.
- Our achievement scores continue to improve.
- We have a highly qualified, energetic, caring staff.
- At the district level we have been identifying learning targets and creating common formative assessments.
- We created and implemented a school wide behavior model and rethinking recess philosophy that has resulted in fewer behaviors.
The Jefferson staff will continue to collaborate to effectively meet the challenges of Jefferson students and help them achieve academic and behavioral success.
Jefferson Title 1 Schoolwide Plan
Combined District and School Title I Parent and Family Engagement Policy 6410
