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.

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WESD e-news

Introducing the WESD e-news bi-weekly newsletter! Designed specifically for WESD parents, this newsletter will highlight important news, updates and announcements all pertaining to our students' education.

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Governing Board Approves Resolution Recognizing and Affirming LGBTQ+ Students and Staff

The Washington Elementary School District (the WESD) is committed to a learning environment that is physically, socially and emotionally safe for all students. As a part of this commitment, the WESD affirms, supports and values all students and staff and will continue to further efforts in our schools to create a welcoming, safe and inclusive learning environment for our transgender, non-binary and all LGBTQ+ students and staff.

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Back-to-School Video

Check out our highlight video of the first day of school of the 2022-2023 school year!

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WESD to Provide Free Breakfast and Lunch Meals for the 2022-2023 School Year

WESD is proud to share that breakfast and lunch meals will be provided at no cost to all students throughout the 2022-2023 school year!

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