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Air and Space Museum Field Trip
Our engineering academy had a full house going to the Air and Space Museum out in Viriginia. Our tour guides were so impressed with student prior knowledge and engagement!
Read MoreFirst Level Engineering Projects
Mr. Meyer’s first-level engineering course, Introduction to Engineering Design, students are working on a reverse engineering project where they break apart wind-up toys and document the job function of each component using engineering terminology.
Read MoreVexcode Race
Mr. Coster’s first-level IT course, Computer Science Essentials, built vexcode robots that student teams programmed, and had their big races this week. Check out the pictures of some of our winners!
Read MoreAcademy Scheduling for Next Year
The academy link for students to apply to academies is now live on the Jackson-Reed and SciMaTech website. However, if you are already in one of the academies, you do not need to reapply. As long as you are on track to pass your academy class, you will automatically be enrolled in the next level…
Read MoreJackson-Reed eNews: Week of February 19, 2024
Principal’s Message Greetings Jackson-Reed Community, Although last week was only four school days, it was full of events recognizing staff members, celebrating Black History Month, Valentine’s Day, and many more. I’m thankful for all our students, staff, and volunteers who make our school community so vibrant. Another event last week was our Local School Advisory…
Read MoreWeekly Update 2/11
Academy-Wide Initiatives Academy Scheduling for next school year The academy link for students to apply to academies is now live on the Jackson-Reed and STEM website. However, if you are already in one of the academies, you do not need to reapply. As long as you are on track to pass your academy class, you…
Read MoreHardy Middle School Recruitment Fair
It was so great to see some new faces come and volunteer at our recruitment event for Hardy Middle School! Each STEM table had fun activities for rising 9th graders to try and learn more about our academy offerings for next year. Well done, Tigers! (photos attached)
Read MoreMentorship Mixer
STEM mentors and mentees gathered for one of our quarterly mixers for everyone to come together to snack, color, reflect on the first half of the year and then look ahead to supports for the rest of the year! If you are interested in serving as a mentor or if you need a mentor, please use…
Read MoreOld Dominion State University STEM College Tour
Old Dominion University hosted a STEM-based college tour which was so engaging and hands-on for our students! Check out these photos of some of our students in action!
Read MoreJackson-Reed eNews: Week of February 12, 2024
Principal’s Message Greetings Jackson-Reed Community, I hope this message finds you well. Last week, we celebrated our Winter Athletic teams by conducting a Student Government Association (SGA) pep rally. It was an enjoyable time and good to see grade levels come together to cheer on their classmates. I want to thank the SGA for organizing…
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