Gwen T. Jackson School

K4–5th Grade

MPS District website (414) 267-5500
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2121 W. Hadley Street
School Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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  • A young boy and girl smile at one another while reading.
  • Children building with blocks.
  • A child using a microscope.
  • A student replicates a tornado using soda bottles filled with water.
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Highlights

  • Time: 7:15 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
  • Extended-day Activities: Safe Place

STEAM curriculum is taught at Jackson.  Students go to STEAM class weekly and participate in activities to enhance their understanding of Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics.

Gwen T. Jackson School (formerly 21st Street School) serves students from K4 – 5th grade.  We have a beautiful, comfortable, and child-centered facility.

Vision and Mission Statements

The vision of Gwen T. Jackson School is to educate and empower ALL students we encounter with EXCELlence by implementing the Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards (WMELS), the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), the Essential Elements (EE) and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to develop proficient and/or advanced students by the completion of 5th grade. We strongly believe that ALL students will succeed when parents, students, educators and the community work together effectively. Together we will EXCEL in improving the academic and social success of all students through clear, consistent and effective:

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  • Evidence
  • Learning

School Improvement Plan
and State Report Card

Jackson Updates

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Jackson Calendar

  • Jun5
    No Classes (Record Day (K–8) / Professional Development Day (HS))

  • Jun15
    Last Day of School – Students

  • Jun16
    Staff Professional Development Day (K–8) / Record Day (HS)

  • Jun17
    Emergency makeup days (if needed)

  • Sep1
    First Day of School – Students

Contact Jackson School

(414) 267-5500
[email protected]
2121 West Hadley Street
School Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

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