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At Jackson, the future begins with a strong foundation in learning. We focus on building essential early literacy and math skills, while fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. With supportive teachers, engaging classrooms, and programs that nurture the whole child, we prepare our youngest learners for academic success and personal growth.
🐾 Kinder Enrollment is open for the 2026-2027 school year!
Principal's Message
Our Admin
Thank you for visiting the Jackson Elementary School website. Jackson is a place where students grow into leaders, thinkers, creators, and problem solvers prepared for a bright future. At Jackson, we believe every child deserves a joyful, challenging, and supportive educational experience. Our teachers and staff work closely with families to create a caring school community where students feel safe, inspired, and motivated to learn each day.
Jackson is proud to be a true legacy school within the Santa Ana community, with generations of grandparents, parents, and children all attending Jackson. Our alumni continue to make a positive impact throughout the world, with former students attending universities including MIT, Yale, and Harvard.
Our classrooms emphasize strong reading, writing, mathematics, and science instruction while also developing creativity, fitness, music, and the arts. Jackson is especially proud of the engaging science learning experiences that encourage students to explore, investigate, and think critically.
What makes Jackson special is our dedicated teachers, supportive families, caring staff, and incredible students working together to create a positive learning environment where all students can thrive. We invite you to become part of the Jackson family and discover all that our school has to offer.
Norris Perez
Principal
Summer of 2026
Important Information
Summer Program
2026
Tuesday, June 2nd - Thursday, July 16th
Holiday Closure:
June 19th - Juneteenth
July 3rd & July 6th
Program Hours:
AM Programing 8:00 AM - 12:15 PM
PM Programing 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Full Day Programing 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Summer Office Hours
Monday, June 1st - Friday, June 12th
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Office Closed:
July 3rd through July 10th
Jackson Families
First day of school: Monday, August 10, 2026.
School office will open on Monday, July 13, 2026.
Questions? Call the Jackson office at (714) 569-3500
Music
Rhythm, Patterns, Reading Music available for all grades. Piano lessons for grades 2-5 & Ukulele for grades 4-5.
Explore, Design, & Create
Jackson scholars explore, design, & create.
College Bound
Former students have attended universities including MIT, Yale, & Harvard!
Robotics Program
Students engage in hands-on learning that integrates science, technology, engineering, arts, and math to build creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Engineering
Jackson scholars are engineers who build and design projects to learn more about how things work!
Jackson STEAM Exploration Lab
The STEAM club allows students to develop the 4 C's: Collaboration, Creativity, Communication, and Critical Thinking.
Education for a Brighter Tomorrow
Why Jackson Elementary?
Education at Jackson is about more than academics—it’s about preparing every student to thrive in a rapidly changing world. We equip students with critical thinking skills, creativity, and resilience, while fostering inclusivity and respect for diverse voices. By connecting learning to real-life opportunities and embracing innovation, we ensure our students are not only ready for the future but also empowered to shape it.
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The Latest News
Stay connected to all that’s happening across Santa Ana Unified School District. From important announcements and Board updates to inspiring stories from our schools and community, this is your hub for the latest news, events, and highlights. Visit often to learn how SAUSD is preparing students for success today and into the future.
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Free Summer Meals Now Available Across SAUSD
SAUSD’s Summer Meals Program is now underway, providing free breakfast and lunch to youth 18 and under, as well as eligible adults with disabilities.
With more than 60 locations across the District, families can access nutritious meals throughout the summer at convenient neighborhood sites.
Community members are encouraged to visit a nearby location and take advantage of this valuable resource.
For the latest updates and site information, visit https://nutritionservices.sausd.us/.
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Agenda for the Santa Ana Unified School District Regular Board Meeting - June 23, 2026
Click here to access the agenda, learn how to submit a request to address the Board of Education and watch the meeting live.
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Community Resources Available to SAUSD Community
Looking for free groceries, workshops, extracurricular activities, fun family events, or community support? We’ve got you covered! Click here to explore current and upcoming opportunities for students and families.
Agenda for the Santa Ana Unified School District Regular Board Meeting - June 16, 2026
Click here to access the agenda, learn how to submit a request to address the Board of Education and watch the meeting live.
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SAUSD AVID Students Earn More Than $1 Million in College Scholarships and Financial Aid
Santa Ana Unified School District is proud to announce that AVID students across the district have earned more than $1 million in college scholarships and financial aid, marking a milestone year for the program’s commitment to college access, academic achievement, and student success.
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