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John Nowlin Elementary

Back-to-School Information

Posted Date: 08/14/26 (05:43 PM)


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Back-to-School Information

Teacher Placement Live in Parent Portal
Your child’s teacher placement is now live in Parent Portal. If you are unable to access this information it is likely due to incomplete registration, an outstanding lunch balance, missing library book, or other school obligation that must be paid prior to having access to your child’s teacher information. If you have any issues, please call the front office on Monday, August 17th between the hours of 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM. 
 
Back-to-School Events
Thursday, August 20th: 5:00-6:00
o  Kindergarten Open House and Curriculum Night
o  5:00-5:30 Meet the Teacher Open House
o  5:30-6:00 Curriculum Night Presentation and students learn all about JNE

Thursday, August 20th: 6:30-7:30
o  1st-5th Grade Open House and Curriculum Night

Tuesday, August 25th
o  First Day of School
o  Parents are welcome to walk students to class on the first day of school. After the first day of school, parents will not be able to walk students to class.

August 20th-August 25th
o  Photo Op
o  Thank you to JNE PTA for providing a “welcome” yard sign for back-to-school photos!

Annual Background Screening Information
We would like to remind JNE families about the annual volunteer background screening process. Even if you were approved during previous school years, the process must be completed, and reviewed, each new school year. This applies to any parent or visitor that plans to attend events or volunteer at JNE throughout the school year. You will not be charged for completing the background check. 
 
The BSSD uses DataSource. Because of this we are not able to control how long the review process takes. To ensure you, or other visitors, don’t miss opportunities, take a few minutes to complete the form now. Please share this information with family members that do not receive JNE communication. 
 
Volunteer/Guest Activities Subject to Screening Protocol
·      Fun Run
·      Carnival in the Park
·      Field Trips
·      PTA Volunteers
·      Difference Makers
·      Parent Volunteers
·      Lunch Visitors
·      Attending School Day Events (Spelling Bee, 5th Grade Recognition, etc.)
 
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BSSD Background Screening Link
 
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A close-up of the exterior of John Kowlin Elementary School, featuring the school's logo.