On Wednesday, August 17th, students of the Jackson Parish School District will begin the 2022-23 school year. The day before, (Tuesday, August 16th) Jonesboro-Hodge Elemetary School, located at 2105 South Polk Ave. in Jonesboro, is hosting  a Back-to-School Prep Day from 4:30 – 6:30pm. The event hosted by new J-HES principal, Danielle Copeland, will take place in the school gymnasium.

Parents and students will enjoy a bevy of introductory activities such as meeting the teachers and administration as well as have the opportunity to complete required paperwork. Information about LEAP Scores, Title 1 Comprehensive Needs Assesment (CNA) and Wraparound Services will also be available along with the opportunity to sign up for Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) membership and register for the Online Spirit Store.