As part of the Jeffco Public Schools community we invite you to use the information below to enhance your knowledge about the school district. Most information can be found under the Quick Links section of this Web site. If you need additional information, contact Communications Services at 303-982-6808.
The district's school year calendar is developed by the Calendar Committee which is made up of parents, students, teachers, staff and community members. Read more.
For most Jeffco schools, progress reports are issued at the end of each six week grading period with a report card issued at the end of each semester. A student's grades can be reviewed on the district's online parent portal. See the policy on high school grading for details on weighted classes, class rank and grade point average.
Records for current Jeffco students are maintained at their school.
The district recognizes that effective student discipline is a major contributor to the creation of a positive and productive learning environment for all students.
Annually the district publishes and distributes to all students the Code of Conduct designed to promote safety through high standards ofbehavior. The booklet includes all Jeffco Schools' policies related to student conduct and discipline.
For additional information, contact the Discipline Office at 303-982-6730.
The school district is divided into 17 articulation areas each comprising one or two high schools and the feeder elementary and middle schools. Each articulation area is managed by one of four community superintendents. The community superintendent of each articulation area:
- responds to parental concerns that cannot be resolved at the school level
- monitors and evaluates school effectiveness
- monitors student achievement and implementation of a consistent curriculum.
- coordinates student services
- evaluates principals
- monitors school safety and student behavior...contact a community superintendent.
The district supplies students with textbooks and instructional materials which are necessary for successful completion of approved courses of study. Students may be required to pay the cost of materials for projects when the items produced will be retained by the student.
Students participating in enrichment activities, which are not required may be assessed charges for admission fees, food and transportation costs. Fee schedules are provided at registration. See the districtwide 2008-09 Fee Schedule Example.
PaySchools allows school-related payments, except for meal payments, to be made online via e-check or credit card. Read more.
Not all students pick traditional pathways to a high school diploma. The district offers a variety of ways students can meet their educational goals and obtain class credits. Learn more about the district's educational options.
Jeffco Public Schools recognizes that parents and families are the child's first and most influential teachers. They share the school's commitment to the educational success of their children. Read more.
Jeffco Public Schools has a created policies and procedures to help ensure that our students receive a quality education. All district polices can be viewed through a searchable database.