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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.
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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 May 18, 2025
Good evening, John R. Lewis Vikings. This is Ms. Curtis with your weekly announcements.
We have a busy end of the year that is quickly approaching! Please see the following dates:
May 20- JRL Family Picnic 12:40-1:20
June 2- Field Day @ Jackson High School from 9-11
June 3- Ms. Teriaco’s Kdg. Graduation @ 10:00
June 4- 5th grade graduation @ 10:00
June 5- Ms. Ellis’ Kdg. Graduation @ 9:30
June 5- ½ Day Students
June 6- ½ Day Students, last day of school
We can’t wait to see all of our families at our picnic this Tuesday!
Have a fantastic week!
News & Events
![JPS Press release for Athletic Director]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746196084/jpsk12org/hhntqql5tzp9bxnxfkyq/_webHoover800x582px.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746196084/jpsk12org/hhntqql5tzp9bxnxfkyq/_webHoover800x582px.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746196084/jpsk12org/hhntqql5tzp9bxnxfkyq/_webHoover800x582px.jpg","width":800}])
JPS is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Charles (Chris) Hoover as the district’s new Athletic Director.
A 1991 graduate of Jackson High School. Coach Hoover brings 30+ years of coaching and leadership experience in football, wrestling, and baseball. He’s a passionate educator, a proud Viking alum, and a lifelong supporter of JPS.
![Officer Stallworth and Officer Johnson,]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742410637/jpsk12org/fm6v670p1vxrgru0an49/JPSResourceOfficers.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742410637/jpsk12org/fm6v670p1vxrgru0an49/JPSResourceOfficers.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742410637/jpsk12org/fm6v670p1vxrgru0an49/JPSResourceOfficers.jpg","width":800}])
Officer Stallworth and Officer Johnson,
Thank you for all you do for the students at Jackson Public Schools
School resources: Jackson officers making impact at local schools
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