Look at the happy faces that received a copy of the book “Jackson, A Celebration of Our Schools.” Dr. Scott Smith provides this book to incoming K-students as a special gift. It’s a one-of-a-kind book written by children’s author and former JR2 teacher, Chelsea Tornetto.

RT @Joe_Sanfelippo: I see you @JacksonR2School!!! My goodness. The energy!!! You were INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!! The kids, families, and community…

Jackson R-2 teachers are lifelong learners! District grade-level collaboration brings together teams from every building to create an atmosphere of learning and continuous improvement. Our goal is to ignite the passion for education in our students. #JR2IgniteTheWay

Jackson Junior High was rocking orientation for 8th graders today. It was a busy, but friendly place. Welcome back, students and families! #TeamJackson #JR2Ignite

JHS orientation is always busy, but fun! Today, 10th-grade students pick up their schedules, sign up for clubs, grab an activity pass, and more! It’s a big building with lots of welcoming and friendly staff members to help students. What a great place! #TeamJackson #JR2Ignite

Jackson R-2 is excited to welcome our new teachers this week for a variety of professional learning opportunities to prepare for the new year, including JR2 philosophy, goals for the year, best practices, teaching strategies, and technology. #TeamJackson #JR2Ignite

Do you remember the excitement when you went to middle school for the first time? JMS students are practicing using a locker, finding classes, and getting ready for the fun of being a secondary student! The dedicated staff at JMS helps calm any nerves! #TeamJackson #JR2Ignite

Year 1 JR2 Special Education teachers are delving into IEP studies and sharing their experiences in writing high-quality Present Level information and IEP goals that align with grade-level curriculum. #TeamJackson #JR2Ignite

Kamp Kindergarten was held at each elementary building. Soon-to-be kindergarten students rode a bus, got a snack in the cafeteria, met the teachers, toured the school, and prepared for the first day of school! What a fun time! #JR2Ignite #TeamJackson

Jackson R-2 celebrated new teachers with a breakfast yesterday sponsored by Montgomery Bank. Thirty new teachers walked the red carpet today along with seven in different positions in the District. We are glad to welcome them to the JR2 team officially! #TeamJackson #JR2Ignite

Check out Cape Living magazine and you will recognize a familiar face at JR2! Mr. Tony Bono and his wife Brittney are featured in this month’s publication. Mr. Bono is an amazing JR2 Special Education teacher and also owns and operates Board and Brush studio. #TeamJackson

After-School Kids’ Club enrollment information can be found here! .. #TeamJackson

Danna Bruns, Secondary Instructional Technology Facilitator for Jackson R-2, presented a PD session titled “Making Time for What Matters Most” at the Innovation Summit. Over 1,300 educators across Missouri gathered in Branson for two days of learning. #TeamJackson #JR2Ignit

Join the Jackson R-2 team! Jackson R-2 has many great opportunities to join our team! #TeamJackson

Congratulations to Kyle Mabuce for being name the Jackson Missouri Area Chamber Of Commerce Educator of the Year! He will receive his official award at the Chamber banquet on January 14th. #JR2Excellence

Heather Hochmuth received the JR2 Excellence award this week. A special services teacher at JMS, she started a birthday club with her own money to celebrate students who may not receive a party, providing lunch, a small gift and a treat for students in need. #JR2Excellence

Dr. Scott Smith continued his Coffee and Conversations tour at South Elementary Thursday morning. It is so fun to visit with the amazing educators and staff members in the District. #JR2Excellence

North Elementary students had a surprise guest serving breakfast Friday morning! Superintendent Dr. Scott Smith helped Ms. Peggy get breakfast going. What a fun start to the day! #JR2Excellence