"Too much classroom screen time can cause increased behavior problems, decreased reading comprehension, and attention problems. Research shows that paper learning better engages students, improves material retention and comprehension, and helps them move to a ready-to-learn mindset."
Read the full article here: https://www.studiesweekly.com/beyond-screens-the-benefits-of-paper-based-learning-for-elementary-students/
Read the full article here: https://www.studiesweekly.com/beyond-screens-the-benefits-of-paper-based-learning-for-elementary-students/
JAA Families - we are so excited to start our first school year! Please plan to join us on Wednesday, August 19th, for our Kindergarten Orientation and Back-to-School Night! This will be an excellent opportunity to meet fellow JAA families, meet your teachers, drop off school supplies, and enjoy popsicles and time on our playground. Can't wait to see you there!
Kindergarten Orientation: 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Back-to-School Night: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Kindergarten Orientation: 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Back-to-School Night: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Today, teachers worked on Teach Like a Champion techniques from Doug Lemov. We know that the number one most important factor in scholar learning is their teacher, and we’re so excited to continue learning and growing to get better for them!
In order to be the author of your own life story, personal responsibility and accountability are key!
For a full review of our 10 core values, please visit our website: https://www.jaadougco.org/page/ten-core-values
For a full review of our 10 core values, please visit our website: https://www.jaadougco.org/page/ten-core-values
What a historic weekend! We are so grateful for the hundreds of families who attended our ribbon cutting ceremony this weekend-our gym was packed, and our hearts were full. Tomorrow, we begin faculty and staff training as we prepare for the first day of school! We'll be posting more events and tours soon-stay tuned.
Parent volunteers are one of the pillars of our school community, and we can't wait to have you join us during our inaugural year. Are you interested in joining our Parent Service Organization? You will help with school service projects, procuring donations from our school community (teacher lounge, anyone?), and helping with fundraising efforts for our great school! Sign up on our website if you're interested: https://www.jaadougco.org/page/volunteering
"Earlier this year, in written testimony before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, neuroscientist Jared Cooney Horvath said Gen Z is less cognitively capable than previous generations, despite its unprecedented access to technology. He said Gen Z is the first generation in modern history to score lower on standardized tests than the previous one."
Read the full article here: https://fortune.com/article/how-did-us-spending-30-billion-dollars-on-laptops-result-in-first-generation-less-cognitively-capable-than-parents/
Read the full article here: https://fortune.com/article/how-did-us-spending-30-billion-dollars-on-laptops-result-in-first-generation-less-cognitively-capable-than-parents/
How do you define a Culture of Greatness? At John Adams Academy, it is centered on beauty, kindness, and high character. These characteristics allow all of our scholars to be inspired to live up to their fullest potential!
John Adams Academy is excited to announce an opening for a 1st Grade Teacher to join our incredible team!
Are you passionate about inspiring young learners, fostering curiosity, and making a lasting impact in the classroom? We're looking for an enthusiastic educator who is committed to academic excellence and strong character formation.
If you're ready to be part of a mission-driven school community that values character, citizenship, and high-quality education, we'd love to hear from you!
Follow this link to view the job posting: https://www.jaadougco.org/o/jaa/page/jobs
John Adams Academy will be offering tuition-based on-site before- and after-school care through Innovation Learning. Registration is open to all JAA families. Visit https://www.jaadougco.org/page/before-and-after-school-care to learn more and Enroll Today!
Did you know that when we swap pages for pixels, we’re changing the way our brains process information. For students, this can make a significant difference in their ability to absorb and retain what they read."
Read the full article here: https://oxfordlearning.com/screen-vs-paper-which-one-boosts-reading-comprehension/
Read the full article here: https://oxfordlearning.com/screen-vs-paper-which-one-boosts-reading-comprehension/
Meet Emily Kraft, John Adams Academy's Registrar!
Mrs. Emily Kraft has been a classical educator for six years and is thrilled to be joining John Adams Academy as the Registrar. Originally from Fort Collins, she had the privilege of receiving the benefits of a classical education in high school, and while she attended Colorado State University, she completed an honors thesis titled Reader Engagement in Classical Schools. She has taught both 5th and 6th Grade in classical schools and is excited about helping families transition to John Adams Academy. Please reach out to her with any questions or concerns about enrollment!
Mrs. Emily Kraft has been a classical educator for six years and is thrilled to be joining John Adams Academy as the Registrar. Originally from Fort Collins, she had the privilege of receiving the benefits of a classical education in high school, and while she attended Colorado State University, she completed an honors thesis titled Reader Engagement in Classical Schools. She has taught both 5th and 6th Grade in classical schools and is excited about helping families transition to John Adams Academy. Please reach out to her with any questions or concerns about enrollment!
The world is full of possibilities, opportunities, and paths for success! We love showing our scholars that when any of us succeeds, we all do!
To our wonderful Sterling Ranch and surrounding communities - we are so honored to announce that all of our available school tours have been reserved!
If you would like to tour our school, but have been unable to schedule a tour, please plan to join us for our Ribbon Cutting Celebration on Saturday, August 1st, from 11:00 - 4:00, which will include lunch, campus tours, and opportunities to meet our teachers, staff, and fellow JAA families!
RSVP here: https://www.jaadougco.org/forms/rsvp-august-1st-campus-ribbon-cutting
If you would like to tour our school, but have been unable to schedule a tour, please plan to join us for our Ribbon Cutting Celebration on Saturday, August 1st, from 11:00 - 4:00, which will include lunch, campus tours, and opportunities to meet our teachers, staff, and fellow JAA families!
RSVP here: https://www.jaadougco.org/forms/rsvp-august-1st-campus-ribbon-cutting
Attention JAA families! Have you been receiving our weekly school updates and Headmaster update emails? If not, they may be landing in your spam or junk folder.
To make sure you don’t miss important school information, please check those folders and add our email address to your safe sender list.
In case you missed it, here is a link to our latest email update:
https://eomail6.com/web-version?p=60cb2dd0-815c-11f1-966a-a59e65aee429&pt=campaign&t=1784326989&s=31626abc865aa79b0e8b497e5ef19d056e34bd529d148ccc4ec82a3f5c465c60
"He had sensed that the technology was falling short of its promises. Within weeks of ditching the screens, he saw how they had been holding both him and his students back. "
Read the full article here: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/04/teachers-screens-edtech-students/686681/
Read the full article here: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/04/teachers-screens-edtech-students/686681/
Take a look at our upcoming events this week!
Parent Panel and Information Session at Overlook Clubhouse
Wednesday, July 15th 6-7PM
RSVP here: https://jaadougco.org/forms/rsvp-for-715-parent-information-session
Lego Building and Playdate at Prospect Park
Friday, July 17th 10AM-12PM
RSVP here: https://jaadougco.org/forms/rsvp-for-july-17th-lego-playdate-at-prospect-park
Parent Panel and Information Session at Overlook Clubhouse
Wednesday, July 15th 6-7PM
RSVP here: https://jaadougco.org/forms/rsvp-for-715-parent-information-session
Lego Building and Playdate at Prospect Park
Friday, July 17th 10AM-12PM
RSVP here: https://jaadougco.org/forms/rsvp-for-july-17th-lego-playdate-at-prospect-park
Meet Shiloh Stucky, one of our third-grade teachers at John Adams Academy!
Ms. Stucky holds a bachelor’s in Elementary Education and a minor in Special Education from Colorado Christian University.
She looks forward to establishing a classroom rooted in joy and purpose as she fosters curiosity, character, and love of learning in each of her students.
Welcome, Ms. Stucky, our third graders are lucky to have you!
Ms. Stucky holds a bachelor’s in Elementary Education and a minor in Special Education from Colorado Christian University.
She looks forward to establishing a classroom rooted in joy and purpose as she fosters curiosity, character, and love of learning in each of her students.
Welcome, Ms. Stucky, our third graders are lucky to have you!
Throughout history, many great scholars have noted that actions speak louder than words, and with this in mind, our teachers, scholars, and community will live our core values, not simply know them.
Join us tomorrow for another Popsicles in the Park! We cant wait to see you there!
Click here for map of the park location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mEY8rdNZ9kjWufJn8
Click here to RSVP:
https://jaadougco.org/forms/rsvp-for-july-10th-popsicles-and-playdate-at-pavilion-park
Click here for map of the park location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mEY8rdNZ9kjWufJn8
Click here to RSVP:
https://jaadougco.org/forms/rsvp-for-july-10th-popsicles-and-playdate-at-pavilion-park
