Principal’s Message

Welcome to Jackson Avenue School! 

Jackson Avenue is a dynamic place full of energy, creativity, and purpose. Our school is built on the values of student choice, collaboration, excellence, curiosity, and growth. We believe in nurturing the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally—so each learner can thrive both in and out of the classroom.

At Jackson, we take great pride in creating a supportive and engaging environment where our 3rd and 4th grade students flourish. Our learners are encouraged to take ownership of their education by setting meaningful goals, tracking their own learning process, exploring personal passions, and becoming thoughtful problem-solvers. In addition to strong reading and writing instruction, students participate in a wide range of enriching experiences in art, music, physical education, coding, and STEAM—helping them develop into well-rounded individuals.

Our commitment to excellence is strengthened by the strong partnerships we build with families. Home-school collaboration is key to student success, and we encourage you to stay connected with your child’s classroom and teachers. Open communication helps us support each learner in the most meaningful way.

Stay informed and celebrate our school community with us by following our updates on X (formerly Twitter) @Jackson_Ave. We love to share the joy of learning happening every day in our school!

If you ever have questions or just want to connect, please don’t hesitate to call the main office or email me directly at cshanahan@mineola.k12.ny.us.

We’re looking forward to an amazing year of growth, discovery, and community.

Warmly,
Mrs. Shanahan
Principal