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Our JISD friends help make our district what it is — one big family! The support, collaboration, and shared spirit of students, staff, community, and parents contribute to the close-knit, inclusive environment that defines Jacksonville ISD. Together, we celebrate our traditions, lift each other up, and create lasting memories as one united district. We are proud to be Jacksonville Independent School District!

students at a pep rally

Our JISD friends help make our district what it is — one big family! The support, collaboration, and shared spirit of students, staff, community, and parents contribute to the close-knit, inclusive environment that defines Jacksonville ISD. Together, we celebrate our traditions, lift each other up, and create lasting memories as one united district. We are proud to be Jacksonville Independent School District!

students at a pep rally

We love our community! The support, collaboration, and shared spirit of students, staff, community, and parents contribute to the close-knit, inclusive environment that defines Jacksonville ISD. Together, we celebrate our traditions, lift each other up, and create lasting memories as one united district. We are proud to be Jacksonville Independent School District!

students at a spirit parade

Our JISD friends help make our district what it is — one big family! The support, collaboration, and shared spirit of students, staff, community, and parents contribute to the close-knit, inclusive environment that defines Jacksonville ISD. Together, we celebrate our traditions, lift each other up, and create lasting memories as one united district. We are proud to be Jacksonville Independent School District!

students around a pumpkin patch

Love Where You Live

Our JISD Ambassador Team had a blast visiting the Pumpkin Wonderland in downtown Jacksonville! It’s just one more reason we love our town — full of charm, community spirit, and fall fun.

tomato bowl

Jacksonville's Historic Stadium

We are proud of the Downtown Historic Tomato Bowl, located at the end of Commerce Street on Austin Street in the heart of downtown Jacksonville. One of the last remaining downtown stadiums in Texas, the Tomato Bowl has a rich 80+ year-long history. In 2025, the Tomato Bowl was voted the Best High School Stadium in Texas by Dave Campbell's Football.

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January 8, 2026

Nutrition

Good afternoon,We had Callie Dunkerson, a Registered Clinical Dietitian Educator, come by to speak to our kids about nutrition. We are looking forward to setting up dates for our other programs as...

January 7, 2026

Last FAFSA Workshop

Seniors, our next FAFSA workshop will be on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 5:30pm in the JHS cafeteria. This will be our last FAFSA workshop, so please plan to attend if you still need help complet...

January 7, 2026

January Counselor Newsletter

Welcome back from Christmas break! We’re excited to start the new semester with you—be sure to check out the counselor newsletter for important updates, resources, and upcoming events.

Upcoming Events

View the full calendar to see all of the exciting events we have happening in the next few weeks and months!   

Campus Color Code:

 DISTRICT    JHS   JMS  NICHOLS  EAST SIDE  FRED DOUGLASS   JOE WRIGHT   WEST SIDE  COMPASS 

Jan
09
Varsity Boys Soccer @ Mesquite Invitational (Away)
All Day
Jan
09
JV Boys Soccer @ Pine Tree Invitational (Away)
All Day
Jan
09
JMS FCA
7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
Jan
09
HOSA Meeting
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Jan
09
JV/Varsity Girls Soccer vs Corsicana (Home)
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Jan
09
JHS Boys Basketball vs Center (Home)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Jan
10
All-State Choir Audition
All Day
Jan
13
JV/Varsity Boys Soccer vs Lufkin (Away)
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Jan
13
JHS Girls & Boys Basketball vs Lufkin (Home)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Jan
13
JV/Varsity Girls Soccer vs Lufkin (Home)
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Jan
13
Teaching and Training @ Nichols
8:45 PM - 10:30 PM
Jan
14
CTE Adobe Premier Pro Testing
All Day
Jan
14
FD- 4th Grade Field Trip
7:15 AM - 3:30 PM
Jan
14
Cap and Gown Optional Photos
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
14
CTE Teaching and Training @ East Side
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
15
JHS Boys/Girls Powerlifting at Garrison Meet (Away)
All Day
Jan
15
CTE Teaching and Training @ Joe Wright
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
15
CTE Teaching and Training @ East Side
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
15
JMS BRAVES BASKETBALL VS FOSTER (HOME)
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Jan
15
JMS MAIDENS BASKETBALL VS FOSTER (AWAY)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Jan
16
CTE Teaching and Training @ East Side
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
16
JHS Girls & Boys Basketball vs Whitehouse (Away)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Jan
16
JV/Varsity Boys Soccer vs Whitehouse (Home)
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Jan
16
JV/Varsity Girls Soccer vs Whitehouse (Away)
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Jan
17
JMS Band All Region Clinic/Concert
All Day
Jan
17
JMS MAIDENS BASKETBALL AT PALESTINE TOURNAMENT
All Day
Jan
17
JMS BRAVES BASKETBALL AT ATHENS TOURNAMENT
All Day
Jan
17
CTE Teaching and Training @ East Side
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
18
CTE Teaching and Training @ East Side
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
19
School Holiday - Staff & Students
All Day
View Full Calendar
Jan
09
Varsity Boys Soccer @ Mesquite Invitational (Away)
All Day
Jan
09
JV Boys Soccer @ Pine Tree Invitational (Away)
All Day
Jan
09
JMS FCA
7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
Jan
09
HOSA Meeting
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Jan
09
JV/Varsity Girls Soccer vs Corsicana (Home)
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Jan
09
JHS Boys Basketball vs Center (Home)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Jan
10
All-State Choir Audition
All Day
Jan
13
JV/Varsity Boys Soccer vs Lufkin (Away)
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Jan
13
JHS Girls & Boys Basketball vs Lufkin (Home)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Jan
13
JV/Varsity Girls Soccer vs Lufkin (Home)
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Jan
13
Teaching and Training @ Nichols
8:45 PM - 10:30 PM
Jan
14
CTE Adobe Premier Pro Testing
All Day
Jan
14
FD- 4th Grade Field Trip
7:15 AM - 3:30 PM
Jan
14
Cap and Gown Optional Photos
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
14
CTE Teaching and Training @ East Side
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
15
JHS Boys/Girls Powerlifting at Garrison Meet (Away)
All Day
Jan
15
CTE Teaching and Training @ Joe Wright
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
15
CTE Teaching and Training @ East Side
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
15
JMS BRAVES BASKETBALL VS FOSTER (HOME)
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Jan
15
JMS MAIDENS BASKETBALL VS FOSTER (AWAY)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Jan
16
CTE Teaching and Training @ East Side
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
16
JHS Girls & Boys Basketball vs Whitehouse (Away)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Jan
16
JV/Varsity Boys Soccer vs Whitehouse (Home)
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Jan
16
JV/Varsity Girls Soccer vs Whitehouse (Away)
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Jan
17
JMS Band All Region Clinic/Concert
All Day
Jan
17
JMS MAIDENS BASKETBALL AT PALESTINE TOURNAMENT
All Day
Jan
17
JMS BRAVES BASKETBALL AT ATHENS TOURNAMENT
All Day
Jan
17
CTE Teaching and Training @ East Side
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
18
CTE Teaching and Training @ East Side
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Jan
19
School Holiday - Staff & Students
All Day
View Full Calendar

Our Mission

Mission Statement

Notices

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In compliance with federal law, our school district administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.

 

In accordance with Texas Education Code § 26.006, parents and legal guardians are entitled to review teaching materials used in the instruction of their child. Upon request, the district shall make such instructional materials available for review within a reasonable timeframe. Additionally, the district’s instructional plans are publicly accessible on the district website under the Parents and Students section of the website.

 

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smiling students

Words from our students…

“I THRIVE at JISD because we have an incredible support system of JISD teachers and staff. No matter what is going on in your personal life, as soon as you walk through those doors, a teacher is always ready to welcome you with a smile and encouraging words. Our teachers are so giving, and all we have to do is receive. We truly have the best of the best in JISD!” 

  - Natalie Gomez, JHS Alumna