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Welcome to John R. Lewis Elementary School
At John R. Lewis Elementary School Y5-5 students and families can look forward to many exciting and engaging academic, as well as social-emotional learning, experiences! Our highly qualified staff holds high expectations for all students and works every day with enthusiasm and diligence to maintain a strong culture of learning that respects the dignity and uniqueness of all our students.
Contact Us
Alicia Curtis, Principal
517-841-2600
Alicia.Curtis@jpsk12.org
Samantha Steelman, Administrative Assistant
517-841-2600
Samantha.Steelman@jpsk12.org
Start Times
Start Time - 8:30am
Dismissal - 3:31pm
Half Day Dismissal - 11:40am
Dismissal - 3:31pm
Half Day Dismissal - 11:40am
John R. Lewis Office Hours on School Days - 7:45am - 4:15pm
John R. Lewis Bus Routes
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John R Lewis Weekly Announcements
Week of June 1, 2025
Good evening, John R. Lewis Vikings. This is Ms. Curtis with your weekly announcements.
I can’t believe we are in our final week of school! It has been such an honor and privilege being at John R. Lewis this year. It has been such an amazing year full of memories, smiles, and great academic achievement. Thank you for supporting our students!
We have a very busy last week!
June 2- Field Day @ Jackson High School from 9-11 (please note that students will need to bring a water bottle with them to this event). Students should be in clothes that they can be active in but also that they can get wet in. Shoes should be easy to take on and off and preferably be tennis shoes. Students must wear socks to participate in all the activities. Please wear your JPS colors!
June 2- Mrs. Burke's field day/Kindergarten Graduation
June 3- Ms. Teriaco’s Kdg. Graduation @ 10:00
June 4- 5th grade graduation @ 1:45 (Please note that this time was changed from the morning to be more accommodating for families attending)
June 5- Ms. Ellis’ Kdg. Graduation @ 9:30
June 5- ½ Day Students
June 6- ½ Day Students, last day of school
We hope our families have an amazing summer and look forward to seeing you in the fall!
Love you kiddos!
News & Events
![Class of 1965 Class Reunion]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750549159/jpsk12org/vdztvac5mjdghcrppkmd/webclassof1965288x144px.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750549159/jpsk12org/vdztvac5mjdghcrppkmd/webclassof1965288x144px.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750549159/jpsk12org/vdztvac5mjdghcrppkmd/webclassof1965288x144px.jpg","width":800}])
Combined 60th Class Reunion
Friday-Sunday, June 27-29, 2025
For more information JHS & Parkside Class of 1965 Combined 60th Reunion
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55th Class Reunion
Friday & Saturday, September 19-20, 2025
For more information email: jenaguy@gmail.com
![Class of 2005 Reunion]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747772639/jpsk12org/car2ltz26jdjhlxoalna/webPHSclass20052.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747772639/jpsk12org/car2ltz26jdjhlxoalna/webPHSclass20052.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747772639/jpsk12org/car2ltz26jdjhlxoalna/webPHSclass20052.jpg","width":800}])
Saturday, July 26, 2025
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Grass Lake Park
400 N. Lake St.
Grass Lake, MI 49240
Bring a Passing Dish!
Friends & Family Welcome!
![Meet Up & Eat Up! Schedule]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750685011/jpsk12org/ikmkeooucdsc1doqzb8l/webMeetup.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750685011/jpsk12org/ikmkeooucdsc1doqzb8l/webMeetup.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750685011/jpsk12org/ikmkeooucdsc1doqzb8l/webMeetup.jpg","width":800}])
Meet Up and Eat Up – Summer 2025
Free meals for all children 18 and under!
Multiple sites offering breakfast and lunch throughout the summer.
Find a location near you and see the full schedule on our website: Meet Up & Eat Up Summer 2025!
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