Families - Jeffco Public Schools (2024)

Jeffco Public Schools provides resources to help families and students thrive. This page includes access links for families, Jeffco calendar information, resources and supports for families and the latest Jeffco news.

Upcoming Events and Important Dates

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No school.Charter school dates may differ from the district. Charter school families, please contact your school directly for more information.

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The 2024-25 annual update registration period begins Thursday, August 1 and closes Friday, September 13. Completing registration for your student(s) is important as it allows you to update contact information, pay school fees, register for transportation and much more.

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Quick Links for Families

Clever

Clever allows all students to securely log into digital learning applications.

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EnrollJeffco

With EnrollJeffco, you can enroll in your neighborhood school or choice enroll at a different school that may be a better fit for your student's unique needs.

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Google

All Jeffco studentshave Jeffco Google accounts which can be used to access Google Docs, Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Drive and more.

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Menus

See school menus on SchoolCafé.

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Naviance

Naviance is acollege and career readiness toolthatprovides students with college planning and career assessment tools.

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Safe2Tell

Safe2Tell helps students anonymously report anything that concerns or threatens them, their friends, family or community.

Call 1-877-542-7233 or submit a reportonlineor through the Safe2Tell app.

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School Finder

With School Finder, there are three easy ways to learn about schools:

  • By name
  • By proximity
  • By other criteria like Dual Language, special education, gifted, Montessori, Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and more.

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School Insights

With School Insights you can view data on school culture, teacher-to-student ratios, student academic performance and information about each school.

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Schoology

Schoology is an online learning management system (LMS) available to all students and staff in Jeffco Public Schools.

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Student Insights

Student Insights is a secure online tool that makes it easy to access information about a student’s district and state tests and their individual learning plans.

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Popular Topics and Resources for Families

Activities

Jeffco Public Schools provides extracurricular opportunities that create comprehensive, inclusive and positive experiences for all students, sponsors and communities. Activities offered at the high school level include choral music, drama, eSports, newspaper and speech and debate.

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Assessments

Jeffco administers district, state and federal assessments to inform instruction and monitor student progress.

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Athletics

Athletics are an extension of the classroom and an important part of Jeffco’s comprehensive educational philosophy. Jeffco offers every sport that is sanctioned by the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA).

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Digital Learning Applications

Jeffco offers a menu of supported digital tools that expand equitable experiences essential for students to thrive and supports teachers with professional learning and lesson ideas.

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Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA)

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law protecting the privacy of student education records.

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Family Response Service Team (FRST)

The Family Response Service Team (FRST) is the main point of contact for Jeffco families who need help connecting to school and district resources.

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Food & Nutrition Services

Food & Nutrition Services provides over 6 million meals each year made by over 450 full- and part-time employees. Food & Nutrition Services is self-supporting, meaning no General Fund monies support its operations. Jeffco builds healthy futures for students by offering balanced meals and snacks every day.

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Graduation Requirements

Colorado and Jeffco Public Schools are committed to educating students so they enter the workforce with in-demand skills that meet business, industry and higher education standards.

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Health Services

Health Services focuses on students’ physical health and well-being, removing obstacles that might affect their ability to learn.

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Inclement Weather

Weather can impact school-day operations. View Jeffco’s inclement weather policies and procedures.

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Mental Health Family Resources

Jeffco strives to keep our students, staff, and families informed and engaged in discussions about various aspects of mental health affecting our community.

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Safety & Security

The Department of School Safety has over 150 safety and security staff who work 24 hours a day to protect Jeffco’s schools. This includes Campus Security, Dispatch, Emergency Management, Armed Patrol, Judicial Services and Behavioral Threat Management.

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Student & Family Handbook

The Student and Family Handbook is designed to promote safety through high standards of behavior. This handbook outlines Jeffco’s policies, procedures and student expectations.

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Student Records & Transcripts

The Student Records Center provides access to student records, verifying student enrollment status, data privacy and education verification.

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TechforEd

Jeffco’s “one-to-one” technology program means all students can access a personalized district-purchased and managed Chromebook, closing the digital-device divide and addressing classroom inequities to transform learning.

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Translation & Interpretation Services

Translations & Interpretation Services support families by facilitating oral and written communication between speakers of two different languages.

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Transportation

The Transportation Department provides service for the more than 65,000 students who attend the 140 schools across nearly 800 square miles. Jeffco bus routes cover more than four million miles each year, including city streets and mountain roads at high elevations.

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News for Families

August 2024 Update for Our Community

Superintendent Tracy Dorland welcomes the community to the 2024-25 school year!Reminderto complete annual registration and information aboutfree school meals. Plus, additional non-student contact days, new educational partnerships, and progress in the Jeffco Builds initiative.

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Jeffco Builds Summer Update: Finish Line Is in Sight with Trail of Progress Across District

This summer, we’ve seen significant transformations at Bergen Elementary, Pomona Jr./Sr. High School, and Wheat Ridge High, among other schools. From new classrooms to advanced learning environments, these upgrades ensure that our schools are well-equipped to support learners today and in the years to come.

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Children's Hospital Colorado Sports Medicine Center hosts first annual Jeffco Stadium Training

The medical providers and athletic trainers from the Children’s Hospital Colorado Sports Medicine Center hosted their first annual Jeffco Stadium training at NAAC and Jeffco Stadium in July.

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Back to School 2024 Update for Our Community

Jeffco schools start August 15 (K-12) and August 19 (PreK). Register by September 13. Free meals continue. Back to School Bash August 10.

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Apply Now: Student Benefits Application

Thanks to Healthy School Meals for All (HSMA), Jeffco Public Schools will continue to provide free meals to all students through 2024-25.Families should still complete a Student Benefits Application for potential additional funding and benefits.

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You're Invited to the Jeffco Back to School Bash

Families and staff areinvited to Jeffco's Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 10 at Jeffco Stadium. This free event will offer activities for all ages, food trucks, live music and more!

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June 2024 Update from Jeffco's Board of Education

The Boardreviews the June 13vote on the 2024-25 budget, looking at the end ofpandemic funding, state funding shifts, and declining enrollment.

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Elevate Education Podcast: Family and Community Partnerships

In our sixth episode, the hosts chat with Tara Peña, Chief of Family and Community Partnerships at Jeffco Public Schools. Tara shares insights on how schools can integrate family and community partnerships to boost student success.

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May 2024 Update from Jeffco's Board of Education

The Boardpreparesfor theJune 13 vote on the 2024-25 budget, looking at the end ofpandemic funding, state funding shifts, and declining enrollment.

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Families - Jeffco Public Schools (2024)

FAQs

How many schools are in Jefferson County, Colorado? ›

Jeffco Public Schools serves almost 81,000 students in 166 schools.

What is the mission of Jeffco schools? ›

Mission. Provide a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens.

What school district is Conifer, CO in? ›

Conifer Senior High School is 1 of 36 high schools in the Jefferson County School District No. R-1.

Does Jefferson County have school? ›

Welcome to Jefferson County Schools! We are the second-largest school district in Alabama serving over 36,000 students in 57 different schools located throughout Jefferson County.

What is the largest high school in Jeffco? ›

Lakewood High School (LHS) is the largest high school in Jeffco and as such offers more than 50 clubs and activities in which students can get involved.

What is Colorado biggest school? ›

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Who is in charge of Jeffco public schools? ›

Tracy Dorland, Superintendent

She is deeply committed to educational equity and believes in the power of public education to make a lasting impact in the lives of students and families.

How many employees are in Jeffco public schools? ›

14,000 employees. Official account for Jeffco Public Schools.

What are the demographics of Jeffco open schools? ›

Overview of Jefferson County Open Elementary School

The school's minority student enrollment is 22%. The student-teacher ratio is 15:1, which is better than that of the district. The student population is made up of 49% female students and 51% male students. The school enrolls 29% economically disadvantaged students.

What is the oldest elementary school in Colorado? ›

Built in 1882, Whittier is a designated Historic Landmark, Colorado's oldest continuously operating school. The original Pine Street School was renamed for poet John Greenleaf Whittier, after he wrote back to student Effie Titus, an early Boulder 6th grader, who was in love with his poem, "Snowbound".

What high school in Colorado is SHS? ›

Summit High School is accredited with distinction by the Colorado Department of Education. SHS is also accredited by the International Baccalaureate Program as an MYP/DP school.

How big is Conifer High School? ›

Conifer Senior High School is a highly rated, public school located in CONIFER, CO. It has 821 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1.

What is the largest school district in the US? ›

The New York City department of education is the governing body of the school district which manages its public school system. New York City's school district is the largest school system found in the entire US with an estimated enrolment of 995,336 students in more than 1,800 different schools.

How many high schools are in Jefferson County, Colorado? ›

Jefferson County School District No. R-1 contains 36 high schools. For personalized and effective admissions consulting,consider CollegeAdvisor.com. Get one-on-one advising on your essays, application strategy, and extracurricular profile to help you gain acceptance to your dream colleges.

What district is Jefferson Middle school? ›

San Gabriel Unified School

How many schools are there in Colorado? ›

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support and accountability to the state's *178 school districts, 1,927 schools, over 55,000 teachers and over 4,100 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 883,264 public school students.

How big is Jefferson County Colorado? ›

Jefferson County Total Area

Jefferson County contains approximately 773 square miles or 494,588 acres. Out of that, 120 square miles make up the incorporated areas of the county cities and towns. The unincorporated area contains about 653 square miles.

How many schools are in Jefferson City? ›

Jefferson City contains 18 schools and 8,706 students.

How many high schools are in Jefferson Parish? ›

Jefferson Parish Schools contains 19 high schools.

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