Jackson Heights Elementary School is one of three neighborhood elementary schools within the Glens Falls City School District. Each neighborhood K-4 building provides a safe, caring and educationally stimulating environment which encourages lifelong learning. Our highly qualified faculty and staff members strive to meet the many needs of our children.
Our district-wide curriculum map mirrors the New York State Learning Standards. Remedial reading teachers, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, social workers, school psychologists and special education teachers provide added support, so all students can achieve.
The curriculum blueprint also incorporates instruction in music, physical education, computers and art. Chorus, band, and orchestra are offered in fourth grade. Third- and fourth-grade students also participate in our gifted and talented program, Project Stretch.
The district takes pride in its character education program which is integrated into daily activities. Parent involvement is strongly encouraged and helps ensure student success.
History of Jackson Heights Elementary
Jackson Heights welcomed its first class of students in 1937. Our exterior footprint has not changed since then; however, interior renovations have taken place over the years. Some of these renovations include an enlarged cafeteria, a remodeled library with a state of the art computer lab and an elevator was also installed for easier access to the second floor. The main office was recently moved to the main entrance which enhanced our ability to provide a more secure setting for our students.