Jackson/Mann K-8 School

School Highlights:

• A caring community, as evidenced by achievement scores, nurturing and enriching school environment, and core curriculum
• Instructional focus on literacy, math, and closing the achievement gap
• Boston University siblings program
• Tutoring and small group work for students who need extra help from Boston College interns and in our after school program with Jackson/Mann Community Center
• Workshops for parents on school and child development issues developed by the staff, City Connects, and Leaders of Tomorrow
• Volunteer opportunities for parents
• College for Every Student program
• City Connects program and services co-sponsored by Boston Public Schools and Boston College
• Parent-teacher conferences and ongoing telephone contact between home and school
• School partners: Big Brother & Big Sister, Boston College School of Education, City Connects, Boston University Wizards, Boston University School of Education Consortium, Caritas St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, Franciscan Children’s Hospital, Jackson/Mann Community Center, Leaders of Tomorrow Inc., West End House Boys and Girls Club, and Museum of Fine Arts.

Note: The school hours for the 2012-2013 are 9:25 am-3:25 pm.