JA Principal's Page
 Ms. DeMaris Gurley

                    

I am honored to facilitate the leadership at Jefferson Academy.  Our facility is a true credit to our past.  Each school year is expected to bring new and innovative ideas to students, parents, and community.

As in the past, a true sense of community permeates the school as we strive to continue our commitment to excellence in all academic programs.  It is our goal as educators to serve as an example to your children and to uphold the school system’s motto, “exposure to excellence promotes excellence.”  The presence of high expectations are cited near the top of our school’s essential agreements, along with such related factors as a safe and orderly environment, a school wide focus on skill acquisition, and frequent monitoring of student progress.

As a parent, you too are an important influence in your child’s success in both school and life.  In this role, you have a fresh opportunity every day to get involved with your child(ren).  We encourage you to become involved with us as we strive for excellence in all areas.

Jefferson Academy has many opportunities for every parent to become involved in the school’s mission.  Opportunities for involvement include but are not limited to the following:

  • support children academically in your home

  • mentor through the Lindsey’s Legacy Program

  • support school improvement through monthly committee meetings

  • attend PTO meetings and events

  • attend student performances

  • attend Honor’s Day celebrations

  • volunteer – in the classrooms and / or Media Center

  • chaperone school based field trips

  • proctor student assessments (CRCT)

  • volunteer your time as a guest speaker for special events and specific areas of study

  • attend fall and spring conferences

  • participate in family events (Reading Night, fall festival, ESOL parent night, Science Night, school dance, book fairs, field days, etc.)

  • assist students in constructing backdrops and visual aids for Museum Projects

  • serve on School Council

  • attend Title I meetings

  • facilitate school store

The commitment to rigor, relevance, and relationships is a priority at Jefferson Academy.  We look forward to working with you and your child(ren).  Feel free to contact me with any question you may have concerning your child(ren)’s progress while at Jefferson Academy.

Sincerely,
DeMaris Gurley, Principal
Jefferson Academy
706-367-2300