School News
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Principal's Message
Welcome to John Jacobs Elementary School! Click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Stephen Whynott.
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Programs and Services
John Jacobs Elementary School offers many programs and services to our students including sports, art, physical education, extracurriculars, clubs and much more. Click to learn more
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Activate Your ParentVUE Account!
All WESD parents and guardians have a ParentVUE account that can be used to see important student information such as grades and attendance. Contact our front office to receive your activation code
Upcoming Events
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Monday
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Thursday
6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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November 1, 2025
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM Teacher Interview Fair
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November 5, 2025
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Site Council
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November 6, 2025
7:45 AM - 10:30 AM Fun Run Family Event
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November 10, 2025
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November 11, 2025
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November 14, 2025
School Information
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Main Phone: 602-896-5700
Attendance: 602-896-5790School Hours: 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 7:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Office Hours: 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.mPrincipal: Stephen Whynott
About John Jacobs
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John Jacobs Elementary School provides an effective elementary education to prepare young students for middle school. Our teachers are responsible for the delivery of the core academic curriculum. All students receive classes in vocal music, art and physical education. Certified special education teachers meet the special learning needs of students who qualify for special services: gifted education, speech, learning disabled and English Language Learners.
DISTRICT NEWS
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Congratulations to the October 2025 SUPER Kids and SUPER Staff
Students and employees at Arroyo School, Cactus Wren Elementary School, Sunset Elementary School and the Academic Services Department were surprised by Assistant Superintendent Dr. Lyn Bailey for their commitment to education!
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WESD to Host Teacher Interview Fair on Nov. 1
The WESD is hiring K-6, 7-8 middle school and special education teachers for the 2026-2027 school year!
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Students Receive Perfect Scores on 2024-2025 State Assessments
The WESD Governing Board recognized students who earned perfect scores on two or more portions of the 2024-2025 state assessments!
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We Excel By Showing Up Daily
We are proud to continue our attendance awareness campaign for the 2025-2026 school year! Let’s excel by showing up daily, and continue to make attendance a priority!
