Families - Jeffco Public Schools (2024)

Jeffco Public Schools provides resources to help families and students thrive. This page includes access links for families, Jeffco calendar information, resources and supports for families and the latest Jeffco news.

Upcoming Events and Important Dates

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First Day of School for K-12 Students

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First day of school for K-12 students. Charter school dates may differ from the district. Charter school families, please contact your school directly for more information.

Please note, the first day of school for pre-K students is August 19, 2024.

First Day of School for Pre-K StudentsSubscribe to Alerts

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The first day of school for pre-K students is August 19, 2024.Charter school dates may differ from the district. Charter school families, please contact your school directly for more information.

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No school.Charter school dates may differ from the district. Charter school families, please contact your school directly for more information.

Last Day of School RegistrationSubscribe to Alerts

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The 2024-25 annual update registration period begins Thursday, August 1 and closes Friday, September 13. Completing registration for your student(s) is important as it allows you to update contact information, pay school fees, register for transportation and much more.

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No school for students.Charter school dates may differ from the district. Charter school families, please contact your school directly for more information.

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No school for students.Charter school dates may differ from the district. Charter school families, please contact your school directly for more information.

Quick Links for Families

Clever

Clever allows all students to securely log into digital learning applications.

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EnrollJeffco

With EnrollJeffco, you can enroll in your neighborhood school or choice enroll at a different school that may be a better fit for your student's unique needs.

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Google

All Jeffco studentshave Jeffco Google accounts which can be used to access Google Docs, Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Drive and more.

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Infinite Campus

Log into Infinite Campus to:

  • Maintain parent/guardian/emergency contact information
  • Pay fees online
  • Manage school and district communication preferences
  • View grade and attendance information

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Menus

See school menus on SchoolCafé.

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Naviance

Naviance is acollege and career readiness toolthatprovides students with college planning and career assessment tools.

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Safe2Tell

Safe2Tell helps students anonymously report anything that concerns or threatens them, their friends, family or community.

Call 1-877-542-7233 or submit a reportonlineor through the Safe2Tell app.

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School Finder

With School Finder, there are three easy ways to learn about schools:

  • By name
  • By proximity
  • By other criteria like Dual Language, special education, gifted, Montessori, Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and more.

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School Insights

With School Insights you can view data on school culture, teacher-to-student ratios, student academic performance and information about each school.

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Schoology

Schoology is an online learning management system (LMS) available to all students and staff in Jeffco Public Schools.

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Student Insights

Student Insights is a secure online tool that makes it easy to access information about a student’s district and state tests and their individual learning plans.

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Popular Topics and Resources for Families

Activities

Jeffco Public Schools provides extracurricular opportunities that create comprehensive, inclusive and positive experiences for all students, sponsors and communities. Activities offered at the high school level include choral music, drama, eSports, newspaper and speech and debate.

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Assessments

Jeffco administers district, state and federal assessments to inform instruction and monitor student progress.

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Athletics

Athletics are an extension of the classroom and an important part of Jeffco’s comprehensive educational philosophy. Jeffco offers every sport that is sanctioned by the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA).

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Digital Learning Applications

Jeffco offers a menu of supported digital tools that expand equitable experiences essential for students to thrive and supports teachers with professional learning and lesson ideas.

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Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA)

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law protecting the privacy of student education records.

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Family Response Service Team (FRST)

The Family Response Service Team (FRST) is the main point of contact for Jeffco families who need help connecting to school and district resources.

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Food & Nutrition Services

Food & Nutrition Services provides over 6 million meals each year made by over 450 full- and part-time employees. Food & Nutrition Services is self-supporting, meaning no General Fund monies support its operations. Jeffco builds healthy futures for students by offering balanced meals and snacks every day.

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Graduation Requirements

Colorado and Jeffco Public Schools are committed to educating students so they enter the workforce with in-demand skills that meet business, industry and higher education standards.

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Health Services

Health Services focuses on students’ physical health and well-being, removing obstacles that might affect their ability to learn.

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Inclement Weather

Weather can impact school-day operations. View Jeffco’s inclement weather policies and procedures.

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Mental Health Family Resources

Jeffco strives to keep our students, staff, and families informed and engaged in discussions about various aspects of mental health affecting our community.

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Safety & Security

The Department of School Safety has over 150 safety and security staff who work 24 hours a day to protect Jeffco’s schools. This includes Campus Security, Dispatch, Emergency Management, Armed Patrol, Judicial Services and Behavioral Threat Management.

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Student & Family Handbook

The Student and Family Handbook is designed to promote safety through high standards of behavior. This handbook outlines Jeffco’s policies, procedures and student expectations.

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Student Records & Transcripts

The Student Records Center provides access to student records, verifying student enrollment status, data privacy and education verification.

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TechforEd

Jeffco’s “one-to-one” technology program means all students can access a personalized district-purchased and managed Chromebook, closing the digital-device divide and addressing classroom inequities to transform learning.

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Translation & Interpretation Services

Translations & Interpretation Services support families by facilitating oral and written communication between speakers of two different languages.

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Transportation

The Transportation Department provides service for the more than 65,000 students who attend the 140 schools across nearly 800 square miles. Jeffco bus routes cover more than four million miles each year, including city streets and mountain roads at high elevations.

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News for Families

Apply Now: Student Benefits Application

Thanks to Healthy School Meals for All (HSMA), Jeffco Public Schools will continue to provide free meals to all students through 2024-25.Families should still complete a Student Benefits Application for potential additional funding and benefits.

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Jeffco Builds Summer Update: Finish Line Is in Sight with Trail of Progress Across District

This summer, we’ve seen significant transformations at Bergen Elementary, Pomona Jr./Sr. High School, and Wheat Ridge High, among other schools. From new classrooms to advanced learning environments, these upgrades ensure that our schools are well-equipped to support learners today and in the years to come.

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Children's Hospital Colorado Sports Medicine Center hosts first annual Jeffco Stadium Training

The medical providers and athletic trainers from the Children’s Hospital Colorado Sports Medicine Center hosted their first annual Jeffco Stadium training at NAAC and Jeffco Stadium in July.

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Back to School 2024 Update for Our Community

Jeffco schools start August 15 (K-12) and August 19 (PreK). Register by September 13. Free meals continue. Back to School Bash August 10.

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You're Invited to the Jeffco Back to School Bash

Families and staff areinvited to Jeffco's Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 10 at Jeffco Stadium. This free event will offer activities for all ages, food trucks, live music and more!

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June 2024 Update from Jeffco's Board of Education

The Boardreviews the June 13vote on the 2024-25 budget, looking at the end ofpandemic funding, state funding shifts, and declining enrollment.

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Elevate Education Podcast: Family and Community Partnerships

In our sixth episode, the hosts chat with Tara Peña, Chief of Family and Community Partnerships at Jeffco Public Schools. Tara shares insights on how schools can integrate family and community partnerships to boost student success.

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May 2024 Update from Jeffco's Board of Education

The Boardpreparesfor theJune 13 vote on the 2024-25 budget, looking at the end ofpandemic funding, state funding shifts, and declining enrollment.

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2024 Academic Scholarship Recipients

We takepride in celebrating the remarkable achievements of ourstudents.Join us in congratulating these 2024 academic scholarship recipients for their hard work and dedication!

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Families - Jeffco Public Schools (2024)

FAQs

How many public schools are there in Jefferson County, Colorado? ›

Jeffco Public Schools serves almost 81,000 students in 166 schools.

Does Jefferson County have school? ›

Welcome to Jefferson County Schools! We are the second-largest school district in Alabama serving over 36,000 students in 57 different schools located throughout Jefferson County.

How many teachers are in Jeffco public schools? ›

Our teachers

Jeffco has approximately 5,300 teachers.

Who is in charge of Jeffco public schools? ›

Tracy Dorland, Superintendent

She is deeply committed to educational equity and believes in the power of public education to make a lasting impact in the lives of students and families.

What is the largest school district in Colorado? ›

The largest 15 districts and their current student enrollments are:
  • Denver Public Schools (91,998)
  • Jefferson County Public Schools (84,623)
  • Douglas County School District (67,591)
  • Cherry Creek Schools (55,791)
  • Aurora Public Schools (39,892)
  • Adams 12 Five Star Schools (39,282)
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  • Boulder Valley School District (31,169)
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What is the biggest high school population in Colorado? ›

Largest High Schools in Colorado
  • GOAL High School. District 49, CO· ...
  • Cherry Creek High School. Cherry Creek School District, CO· ...
  • Eaglecrest High School. Cherry Creek School District, CO· ...
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  • Cherokee Trail High School. ...
  • Grandview High School. ...
  • Colorado Preparatory Academy. ...
  • East High School.

What school district is Golden Colorado in? ›

District Name: Jefferson County School District No. R-1 schools for this districtNCES District ID: 0804800
Mailing Address: P O Box 4001 Golden, CO 80401-0001Physical Address: 1829 Denver West DR. Bldg #27 Golden, CO 80401-0001
Type: Regular local school districtStatus: Open
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What school district is Conifer, CO in? ›

Conifer Senior High School is 1 of 36 high schools in the Jefferson County School District No. R-1.

Is Hoover a Jefferson County school? ›

History. The school system was officially chartered in 1987, breaking away from the Jefferson County School System/Jefferson County Board of Education. The first school year for Hoover City Schools was 1988–1989.

How much do subs get paid in Jeffco? ›

As of Jul 10, 2024, the average annual pay for a Jefferson County Public Schools Substitute Teacher in the United States is $31,692 a year. Just in case you need a simple salary calculator, that works out to be approximately $15.24 an hour. This is the equivalent of $609/week or $2,641/month.

What are the demographics of Jeffco? ›

The 5 largest ethnic groups in Jefferson County, CO are White (Non-Hispanic) (76.5%), White (Hispanic) (7.41%), Two+ (Hispanic) (5.36%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (3.25%), and Asian (Non-Hispanic) (2.79%).

What are the demographics of Jeffco open schools? ›

Overview of Jefferson County Open Elementary School

The school's minority student enrollment is 22%. The student-teacher ratio is 15:1, which is better than that of the district. The student population is made up of 49% female students and 51% male students. The school enrolls 29% economically disadvantaged students.

How many high schools are in Jeffco? ›

Jefferson County School District No. R-1 contains 36 high schools. For personalized and effective admissions consulting,consider CollegeAdvisor.com. Get one-on-one advising on your essays, application strategy, and extracurricular profile to help you gain acceptance to your dream colleges.

How many schools are in Jefferson City? ›

Jefferson City contains 18 schools and 8,706 students.

How many public schools are in Colorado? ›

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support and accountability to the state's *178 school districts, 1,927 schools, over 55,000 teachers and over 4,100 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 883,264 public school students.

What is the largest private school in Colorado? ›

The average private school in Colorado has 154 students (2024). The largest private school in Colorado is Regis Jesuit High School with 1,714 students.

How many schools does Denver Public schools have? ›

Our 207 schools include: 95 Elementary Schools. 32 Middle Schools. 13 6-12 Schools.

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