Introduction to JPG

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JESS (Ranches) Parents' Group (JPG)

JESS Ranches prides itself on being a community school, and has a very active parents’ group, which receives tremendous support from the school, parent body and local community.

The JPG, (JESS Parents’ Group) at JESS Ranches was formed in 2006 and includes parents from both the primary & secondary schools. The JPG organises a wide variety of great social events & activities throughout the school year, which connect pupils, staff, parents & the wider local community.

The sort of activities we run include...

Welcome sessions for new and existing parents each year

Festive Fairs

Quiz nights

Second-hand uniform swaps

Providing refreshments at school sporting, musical & showcase events

Year group informal get-togethers

Plus many more and new events and new ideas are always welcome!

Becoming Involved

The JPG Committee meets once a month to plan and drive the calendar of events. We also rely heavily on parents, staff and students to help out at individual events, but we always love for more parents to join. Any amount of time and support is welcomed no matter how long or how much.

Being involved in the JPG means that. . .

You are a great role model for your children

You are an active part of your child’s school world

You can put your skills to good use

You feel closer to & more aware of what goes on at JESS

It’s an opportunity to get to know the staff

It’s a great way to see the school in operation during school hours

You are giving back to the JESS community

So come & join us!

Email us at jpgranches@jess sch ae or look out for help requests and events via the Parent Portal and Class Rep ‘cascade’ system.

Sponsorship

We are always looking for sponsorship partners for our events. If any parent or company is interested in sponsoring please do contact us

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