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College & Career Ready
Preparing students for future success
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At JAMS We CARE!

Civility, Achievement, Empathy and Resilience

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Multi-tiered Systems of Supports
Our students have access to counselors, social workers, psychologists, resource teachers, and more who collaborate to help meet students' needs!
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21st Century Learning
Fully equipped electives and media centers where students practice critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving
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Art at JAMS

Build your creativity skills in our renowned art program!

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Music Program

A celebrated music program!

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Sports

Cross-country, basketball, and more!

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Award-Winning Before & Afterschool Program RAP
Featuring STEAM curriculum, coding, robotics, and sports! Available from 6:45 AM - 8:30 AM and 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM!
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Nutrition & Wellness for Families
Not only do we offer a nutrition menu for your students, in partnership with DPSS CalFresh, we offer nutrition classes for families and produce distributions!

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Community Schools Did it Again: Food Distribution Helps Families Across our District!

Our Community Schools did it again! Families across the district were invited to a second food distribution this school year, where they received fresh produce like cucumbers, blackberries, asparagus, and bell peppers, thanks to the CalFresh Healthy Living team, along with food from our partners at Vista Community Clinic (VCC) and other donations.

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R.I.S.E. Unity in Community

We had an amazing time seeing our students participate in the district-wide R.I.S.E. (Resilience, Intelligence, Self-Determination, Excellence) Unity in Community, an afternoon filled with community, empowerment, and enrichment. Students had the exciting opportunity to learn how to step from our special guests Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., gaining valuable skills while connecting with positive role models.

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First G.A.T.E. and High-Achieving Family Support Group Meeting: Building Community and Supporting Growth

Families of GATE and high-achieving students gathered for the first-ever Family Support Group, created in response to parents’ advocacy and expressed need for a dedicated space where families could connect, share insights, and seek guidance. Parents’ voices reached our district, and the district responded by establishing this support group as part of its ongoing commitment to nurturing each student’s unique potential.

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