Welcome To Jenkintown Elementary School!

I am Dr. Jahnke, and I am delighted to begin my 3rd year as principal of this amazing school. We have an incredible faculty and staff that support all of our students in kindergarten through 6th grade. Jenkintown is rich in tradition, and each year, our elementary students participate in a wide range of activities inside and outside the classroom. Activities such as the jog-a-thon, MLK Day of Service, and, of course, Color Day are only a few of the highlights.

The faculty at JES holds a strong belief that ALL students can succeed. This belief is at the core of our educational approach, and we offer support for all learners in a variety of ways. Each grade has a daily WIN (what I need) time built into their schedule, and teachers use this time to work with students in all areas. Additionally, our counselor, Mrs. DeMarco, works with students in groups, as well as individually, to help students navigate through any challenges they may be experiencing. Our building-wide positive behavior program called C.A.R.E.S. reinforces the positive contributions students make as they exhibit positive behavior choices, further reinforcing our commitment to student success.

Our robust curriculum, diverse activities, and especially our creative and talented faculty, make Jenkintown Elementary School a great place for learning and growing.

Go Drakes!