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Don't forget, our first Developmental League practice is this Wednesday, Nov. 19! We hope to see you there!

❄️ Winter Wonderland FAFSA & Scholarship Event! ❄️
Need help with FAFSA or want info on scholarships? Swing by on Saturday, Dec 6th, 2025, between 11 AM–7 PM at the College & Career Access Center in the Jackson Crossing Mall — or hop on Zoom!

Get expert FAFSA help, learn about scholarships, enjoy free lunch, and even win prizes! 🎉

Don’t forget to bring:
✔️ Student & Parent Social Security Numbers
✔️ Email address
✔️ 2024 tax returns

Zoom link: bit.ly/CCACEVENTS

Come get your financial aid done and have some fun! ✨

Congratulations to the October Students of the Month!

🎄✨ It’s that time again! Join us for the 10th Annual East Jackson Community Caring Dinner on Dec. 4th! Enjoy good food, prizes, Santa, The Grinch, music, & holiday fun for all! 💙🎅🎁

RSVP no later than Nov. 25 here: https://forms.gle/qM7C5bPMnW1s3wdZ7

Have questions? Email Ms. Langley at jamie.langley@eastjacksonschools.org

Hey Youth League families! Is you child interested in 3rd-6th grade and interested in playing basketball this year? We hope to see you at tonight's parent meeting at EJE at 6 PM in the gym. If you haven't already, follow our FB page to keep up to date on all things EJYL! Please feel free to contact us with questions!

Hey Trojan family! We are currently hiring for a Records Secretary at EJSS. If you or someone you may know is interested please email your resume and below application to Principal Joel Cook, joel.cook@eastjacksonschools.org.

Job Posting: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xyMM1NE9K5o51HMRuMawJig0VQJsOXi5/view?usp=sharing

Job Application: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/5287/EJCS/5074865/Application-Support-Staff.pdf

🎉 CHAMPS behavior = fun times in the PBIS room! 🎉
Our awesome EJE students have been showing their best CHAMPS moves and earning some serious fun! 😄 Way to go, kiddo — keep up the great work! 🌟👏

#EJECHAMPS #PBISFun #PositiveVibes #ChampsAtEJE #EJEPride #LookEast

1 week left to get your tickets!!

🔥 Two epic games for less than the price of one?! Let’s go!
On December 6, catch a full day of basketball action at Little Caesars Arena!

📅 12:00 PM — Our Varsity Boys Basketball team takes on the Vandercook Lake Jayhawks.
📅 7:30 PM — Watch the Detroit Pistons battle the Milwaukee Bucks.

🎟️ Tickets on sale now through November 16: WWW.PISTONS.COM/EJTROJANS

One ticket. Two games. An unforgettable day of hoops. 🙌

Important update for MS Boys Basketball!

Here is a quick update from our Athletics Department!

📸Hey EJE!!! Picture Retake Day is Wednesday, November 5, 2025!

Did your student miss picture day or want a new photo? Retake Day is the perfect opportunity! 😄

Parents can view their child’s image and place an order at SchoolPictures.com
within 7 days after retake day.

Let’s make sure everyone gets their best smile captured! 💙

#RetakeDay #SchoolPictures #SayCheese #EJEPride #LookEast

November Menus are here! You can also find each days breakfast/lunch options in our app and on our website!

Come out and support our girls tonight at Lumen for districts! Admission is $7 and tickets must be purchased at https://gofan.co/event/5193105 . We hope to see you there!

💚💛 LET’S GLOW, EJ! LET’S GLOW! 💛💚

East Jackson Elementary is hosting an After-School Glow Party Lock-In for our K–6th grade students on Friday, November 14, 2025!

✨ Come hang out with friends and your favorite staff!
🎟️ $10 entry fee – glow sticks included!
🍿 Snacks available for $1–$3
🎨 Extra glow gear and face painting will be available for purchase

All profits benefit the PTCO and Student Activity Fund 💙

📅 When: Friday, November 14
🕔 Time: After school – 5:00 PM

🙋‍♀️ Interested in volunteering?
School-authorized volunteers with current background checks receive FREE ENTRY!

Let’s make it a night to GLOW and remember, Go Trojans!

#GlowParty #LockIn #FUN #Memories #EJEPride #LookEast

📣 EJE Principal’s November Newsletter is here! 🍁
We’ve got lots of exciting things happening this month — from picture retakes and candy bar sales to our brand-new PTCO Lock-In on November 14th! 🎉

✅ Important dates
🗓️ November 5 – Picture Retakes
🍫 November 7 – 4th Grade Candy Bar Sale Begins
🏀 November 14 – PTCO Lock-In (after school until 5pm)
🦃 November 27-28 – Thanksgiving Break

A huge thank you to everyone supporting our students — especially our amazing volunteers and families helping with candy sales and events. 💙

Check your email or Friday folders for details!
#EJEStrong #TrojanPride #CommunitySupport #SchoolSpirit

Only 15 days left to get your tickets!!

🔥 Two epic games for less than the price of one?! Let’s go!
On December 6, catch a full day of basketball action at Little Caesars Arena!

📅 12:00 PM — Our Varsity Boys Basketball team takes on the Vandercook Lake Jayhawks.
📅 7:30 PM — Watch the Detroit Pistons battle the Milwaukee Bucks.

🎟️ Tickets on sale now through November 16: WWW.PISTONS.COM/EJTROJANS

One ticket. Two games. An unforgettable day of hoops. 🙌

EJSS, did you miss picture day? Or maybe your photo didn't quite turn out as planned? No worries! Picture retake day is Nov. 18! The photographers will be in during the morning and available for JACC students who arrive later.

MS Basketball Game Change!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

True leadership keeps spirits high, students inspired, and teachers supported. This week we celebrated Mr. Cook for Principal Appreciation Month — thank you for everything you do for EJSS! 💙🤍#ThankYou #TrojanPride #PrincipalAppreciationMonth