Jackson STEM Middle School

Backpack Food Program

What? This program is designed to provide additional food support to JMS scholars who may benefit from having food to take home over the weekend.

Who? Any JMS parent/guardian who is interested in having their scholar participate.

How? Complete the Backpack Program interest form using the QR code (on the flyer) or click here for the URL link.

When? First distribution date is Friday, September 18, 2026

PTO Meeting

Please join us!

September 16, 2026

12:45 pm in the Media Center

PTO NEWS!

Congratulations to Nurse Morgan for winning the PTO membership raffle drawing!

AREA FIVE MASTER PLAN COMMUNITY INPUT MEETINGS
Aiken County Public Schools is seeking input on a possible master facilities plan for Area Five.

The plan could include constructing a middle school addition on the campus of the new Silver Bluff High School to serve students currently attending Jackson and New Ellenton middle schools. The District is also considering renovating and repurposing New Ellenton Middle School as an elementary school for students currently attending Greendale Elementary. School Board members previewed this plan during their August 25 meeting.

Community members are invited to attend one of two upcoming meetings to learn more and share their feedback:

Thursday, September 10, at 6 p.m.
New Ellenton Middle School Cafeteria

Tuesday, September 15, at 6 p.m.
Jackson Middle School Cafeteria

BackPack Program Announcement🎒

Dear Jackson Middle School Families,

We are excited to announce that our Backpack Program will be starting soon! The program is designed to provide additional food support to scholars who may benefit from having food to take home over the weekend.

Program interest form using the link provided.

👉Parents/guardians who are interested in having their scholar participate in the program should complete the Backpack BackPack Program Form:  Backpack program 26-27 – Click here to fill out form

📅 First Distribution Date: Friday, September 18, 2026

Greetings! We look forward to seeing each of you at Open House tonight, 5-6:30 pm. Please enter the cafeteria/building through the doors next to the gym (the bus loop).

Good morning, Jackson STEM Magnet Middle School Families,

I would like to provide a brief update concerning this past Monday’s lockdown incident. The person responsible for the threatening post was quickly identified by law enforcement Monday, and the situation has been resolved. It was concluded that there was no real threat to school safety at any time. However, school safety is always our number one priority, and any such incident will always be investigated thoroughly.

Thank you for your continued support.

Brenda DeLoache, Principal

It’s almost time to kick off the sports season, and Student Council is excited to bring some school spirit to Jackson Middle! We’re celebrating with an EPIC Spirit Week from August 31–September 4! Each day has a fun theme to get our scholars and staff involved, show off their creativity, and build excitement for the season ahead.

Monday – Pajama Day 🥱
Tuesday – Teacher/Student Swap Day 👩‍🏫👨‍🎓
Wednesday – Bull Pup Colors Day 💙🤍🩶
Thursday – Character Day 🎬📚
Friday – Dress Your Age Day 👶🧑👴

Head out to Sonic on Whiskey Road in Aiken tonight 5-9pm to support JMS night! The PTO will earn 20% of proceeds.

Jackson STEM Middle Magnet School initiated our “Hold” Standard Response Protocol this morning as we investigated a post made on social media which threatened the safety of our campus.

Students remained safe in their advisory class period as weapons detectors were deployed and extensive searches of each classroom, student, and their belongings were conducted.

The post was made with a false name from a new social media account. Law enforcement is tracking down the source. While the post is believed to be a prank, any and all threats are fully investigated. Please be assured that the individual responsible will be held accountable for their actions and the disruption and concern caused.

The search resulted in no findings and we are clear to transition to first block. In an abundance of caution, additional law enforcement will remain on our campus for the remainder of the school day and our school will continue heightened security. We are transitioning from “Hold,” to our “Secure” Standard Response Protocol. During “Secure” all exterior doors remain locked and students transition classes. Regular teaching and learning continues inside the building.

Please know that all students and staff are safe inside. Should any additional updates become available, they will be shared.

We appreciate the cooperation of law enforcement in keeping our campus safe and of our students, staff, and families for their patience.

For more information about our Standard Response Protocol and security measures, visit the Safe & Secure Schools section on the district website.

Congratulations to our scholars of the month and Avid binder winners. The scholars enjoyed a Chick-fil-A lunch with administrators, Mrs. DeLoache and Mr. Bell.
Scholars of the Month:
6th grade - Emma Duncan
7th grade - Mason (Timothy) Jackson
8th grade - Jordan Lewis

Scholars who received recognition for Top AVID binders (neat and organized):
6th grade: Bear Sabatini, Kailynn Starlings, Alexa Jimenez
7th grade: Ashton Ellis, Neil Glover, Desmond Madison, Gabrielle Bryant
8th grade: Camille Jones, William Fletcher, Zara Harmon, Bentleigh Fowler

Mark your calendars!

Wednesday, August 19th will be the first early dismissal day of the 2026–27 school year!

Students will be dismissed early while our teachers and staff use the afternoon for professional development, collaboration, and additional training to support student success.

Get a glimpse into what professional development looks like for our staff here at Aiken County by watching the video on YouTube at:https://youtu.be/RJ6SEXp8wUk .

Check out this week's Indian Newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/xj9qt