Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)

Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA, formerly NCLB) and Right to Know Notification

CLICK HERE FOR THIS ANNUAL NOTICE

CLICK HERE FOR THIS ANNUAL NOTICE IN SPANISH

These notices include information on:

• A parent's right to inspect/amend education records;
• The release of certain directory information without written consent (e.g. yearbook, honor roll, graduation programs) and your right to instruct us to not release that information;
• The release of information to military recruiters, college/university recruiters and prospective employers and your right to instruct us by Oct. 1 to not release that information;
• Your rights regarding the district's use of surveys and certain physical exams;
• And a letter informing parents of students in schools that receive Title I funds (Crawford-Rodriguez, Holman, Johnson, and Switlik Elementary Schools and Jackson Township 5-6 School) of their Right to Know qualifications of teachers and our Title I parental involvement policy (#2415.04)

This notice encourages families in financial need to apply for Free or Reduced Lunch services. You can now apply ONLINE for Free or Reduced Lunch and receive a determination IMMEDIATELY if you qualify.  NOTE: If you received benefits last year, you must re-apply by Oct. 20 to avoid an interruption in your benefits.

Visit the Free and Reduced Meal Page for applications in English and Spanish and also online applications.

A copy of our district policy against bullying harassment and intimidation (#5512) You may have received this policy in a condensed form from your building principal. It is important to note that this policy applies to all acts of harassment, intimidation and bullying that occur on school property, at school-sponsored functions or on a school bus.

For parents of elementary school students who walk to school, our:

Pupil Supervision After School Dismissal Form in English

Pupil Supervision After School Dismissal Form in Spanish

Pupil Supervision After School Dismissal Policy #8601

The District Calendar for 2025-2026.

Please take time to watch a video created by our Director of School Counseling to help parents understand the Basics of Mental Health. The video includes information about concerns faced by teens, how to watch for them, and where you can find help.

Please be sure to use the “CC” (closed caption) and Settings icons (it looks like a gear) on this video to launch closed captions in any language.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the educational landscape, offering powerful tools that can enhance teaching, personalize learning, and streamline administrative tasks. In the Jackson School District, we recognize both the opportunities and challenges that AI presents. As such, the District has adopted Policy 2365 to govern its use in tandem with the Jackson School District AI Plan (LINK). As we integrate these technologies into our classrooms, this plan provides clear, thoughtful guidelines that promote ethical use, academic integrity, and equitable access.

The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association requires districts to establish policies and procedures related to sportsmanship and to identify responsibilities of administrators, coaches, and students to ensure their observance. This policy details what is considered unsportsmanlike conduct of a fan or spectator, the disciplinary framework if actions are determined to be prohibited by the policy, the appeals process and the way the policy will be implemented.

Students and parents are required to view the Jackson School District Policy 9163 - Spectator Code of Conduct for Interscholastic Events and acknowledge through our annual notice form that you have reviewed it, understand it and agree to be bound by its terms.

Our Asbestos Management Plan Notice in accordance with the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) 40 CFR 763 subpart E.

Asbestos Management Plan Notice in English

Asbestos Management Plan Notice in Spanish

As part of this inspection process, we are required to notify parents, faculty, and staff annually of any pertinent changes in the district relating to asbestos-containing materials. The inspection reports are on file at each of our schools and a complete district-wide set is available in the Administration Building, 151 Don Connor Blvd., Jackson NJ 08527.

An annual Integrated Pest Management Notice, which details our policy regarding the use of pesticides and a list of the pesticides used over the past year.

A copy of the Jackson School District's Integrated Pest Management Plan policy (Policy#7422)

The Jackson School District follows the 2020 New Jersey Student Learning Standards for Comprehensive Health and Physical Education, which also includes family life education and sex education. Information about these standards - including an easy-to-read outline of each standard and how they are applied in age-appropriate ways - can be found through the link below. 

NJ law allows parents to opt their children out of instruction in health, family life education or sex education. 

18A:35-4.7. Parent's statement of conflict with conscience
Any child whose parent or guardian presents to the school principal a signed statement that any part of the instructions in health, family life education or sex education is in conflict with his conscience, or sincerely held moral or religious beliefs shall be excused from that portion of the course where such instruction is being given and no penalties as to credit or graduation shall result therefrom.

Letters for Grade 5, 8 and 11 students will be sent via email to the student and the parent/guardian before the Health Lessons are presented:

for Grade 5 this will be in May; 

for Grade 8 this will be before the Second Semester; 

for Grade 11 it will be on or before the end of Semester 1; On or before Semester 2 (depending on when the student has health).

If an opt-out component is chosen - the emailed letter is to be returned fully completed - to the child's Physical Education Teacher by the date designated in the communication.

Parents/guardians may also submit a letter to their child's Physical Education Teacher if you would like to opt your children out of instruction in health, family life education or sex education.

• Please submit a signed letter to your child's Physical Education Teacher by October 1 of a given school year, or at any other time you are invited to do so by your child's Physical Education Teacher and/or Principal.
• (See the schedule above as to dates/times for emailed letter/communication from your child's Physical Education Teacher.)

Meningitis

• Meningococcal Disease Frequently Asked Questions
• Viral Meningitis Frequently Asked Questions
• Preventing Meningococcal Disease Brochure
• Enfermedad meningocócica ¿Está protegido?

HPV

• HPV and HPV Vaccine Fact Sheet
• Vacuna Contra El VPH: Informacion Para Padres

Lice

• "The Facts of Lice" - How to Detect, Eliminate, and Prevent Lice
• "Ojo Con Los Piojos" - Cómo Detectar, Eliminar y Prevenir Los Piojos

For parents and students at the high school level, these are the rules and requirements for Physical Education and Health classes at the high schools. Acknowledging this on our annual notices form is required for your student to receive a Physical Education locker.

Information on Media Violence and Youth from the state of New Jersey. This information includes how parents can limit a child’s exposure to violence on television, cell phones, computers, and other electronic devices.

• Substance Abuse - #5530
• Pupil Discipline/Code of Conduct Policy - #5600 and Regulation #5600
• Sexual Harassment Policy - #5751
• Electronic Surveillance in School Buildings and on School Grounds Policy - #7441
• Preparedness for Toxic Hazard Policy - #8431
• Monitoring Devices on School Vehicles Policy - #8690

The annual Consumer Confidence Report - or Water Quality Report is available for viewing. This applies to schools that are not serviced by public water. View (CCR)

See Food Service Policy 8550 for information on our Food Service program, including how we handle situations where a student may accrue an outstanding balance for food service charges and our plan to provide a meal for that student and to contact his or her guardians to arrange for the account to be brought current. 

The student handbooks for each school are located on each school's website. They are listed in two places - under "For Parents and Students" and at the bottom of the site under "Quick Links"

Each handbook references an Appendix featuring certain important policies. That Student Handbook Appendix can be viewed here.

For all of our district policies, view the BOE Policies Page.