August Newsletter

JECA

L. Douglas Smith, Jr.

August 19, 2024

August 2024 Newsletter

As we embark on a new year at Jonathan Edwards Classical Academy, the Parent Service Organization (PSO) is excited to continue fostering a strong, supportive community for our students, families, and faculty. This year, we have many exciting initiatives planned to enhance our school’s vibrant culture and provide opportunities for everyone to get involved. Whether you’re a returning family or new to JECA, we invite you to join us in making this year memorable and impactful for our children. Together, we can create an environment where every student thrives, and every family feels connected.

Parent Volunteerism

We are incredibly grateful for the dedication and enthusiasm of our JECA families, and we invite you to continue this tradition of service by volunteering for our upcoming events. Your involvement is crucial in creating the enriching experiences that make our school special. Every effort makes a difference, whether you can contribute a little time or a lot. Please take a moment to sign-up on the volunteer form for opportunities that fit your schedule. Remember, we ask each family to commit to two events this year, and plenty of spots remain to help. Together, we can make this year exceptional for our students and community! Sign-up here.

Passive Fundraising at Grocery Store

Enroll in the Kroger Community Rewards and Publix Partners programs to support JECA through passive fundraising. These initiatives transform your regular shopping into meaningful contributions to our school. After linking your Kroger Plus and Club Publix accounts, these stores donate a percentage of your purchases to JECA. These are straightforward and cost-free methods to impact our school. Each program requires annual re-enrollment, making this an opportune time to connect your account. Please spread the word within your community! Encourage friends and family members to link their accounts to JECA as well. Your participation in these programs ensures ongoing support for programs and resources. Check out this step-by-step guide to sign up and support JECA today!

Parent Academy

September 26, at 7 p.m.

We are pleased to announce that John H. Edwards, the 5th great-grandson of our school’s namesake, Jonathan Edwards, will be the featured speaker at our first Parent Academy of the year. Jonathan Edwards carries forward the legacy of his esteemed ancestor at the Edwards Archive and brings a unique perspective on the values and principles that our school holds dear. This is a rare and special opportunity to hear from someone deeply connected to the heritage that inspires our mission at JECA. We encourage all parents to join us for this enlightening session.

Upcoming Events

Aug 24: Moms-in-Prayer Brunch
Sep 6: Rhetoric Hall Day Retreat
Sep 26: Parent Academy
Oct 14 – 18: Fall Break
Oct 26: Fall Picnic
Nov 16: Moms-in-Prayer Brunch
Nov 21: Parent Academy
Nov 25 – 29: Thanksgiving Break
Dec 6: Christmas Vespers
Dec 23 – Jan 3: Christmas Break
Feb 20: Parent Academy
March 7: Grandparents Day
March 8: Fiat Lux
March 24 – 28: Spring Break
April 28: Parent Academy