School News

Principal's Message

We are so exicted to welcome Mr. Stephen Whynott to the John Jacobs Family as our new principal! Please click the link to read his welcome message.

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John Jacobs Teacher Wins $500 APS Supply My Class Award

Mrs. Ashley Kardys was selected as a lucky winner of the Arizona Public Service (APS) Supply My Class award! She will be receiving a $500 gift card to use towards classroom supplies.

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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

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Upcoming Events

Main Phone: 602-896-5700
Attendance: 602-896-5790

School 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.m

Principal: Stephen Whynott

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.

John Jacobs Elementary

District Offers Many Rewarding Employment Opportunities

If you or someone you know is looking for rewarding employment with great benefits, be sure to join us at Support Staff Job Fair next month!

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WESD Introduces It's Newest School - the Online Learning Academy!

The WESD is pleased to announce the opening of it's new online school - the Online Learning Academy (OLA). The OLA is supported by a dedicated school administrator, 13 highly qualified teachers (including special education and language services), and an office specialist. With capacity to serve 290 students, the school offers a full-day, fully synchronous (live teacher) educational opportunity for K-8 students.

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Best of Luck to Our Eighth Graders Heading to High School!

Over the last few days, the WESD celebrated their eighth graders at promotion. Be sure to subscribe to your school's YouTube channel and relive the fun!

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Free Breakfast, Lunch for Children this Summer

The WESD is proud to participate in the 2022 Summer Food Service Program for Children. Free breakfast and lunch are available to ALL children 18 years of age and under at multiple WESD locations.

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