Post by ● Sep 9, 2015

City of Jordan: Schools & District 717

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Jordan Public School, Minnesota School District 717, has a mission to inspire a caring community to ignite learning, innovation, and success for all. They have recently renovated their local middle school. Jordan students consistently score at the top of the Minnesota River Conference and their athletic and fine arts are second to none. The district’s test scores for reading, math, and science are well above the state average. They are also excited for the 1:1 Technology Program with students receiving devices beginning in the 2015-2016 academic year. Jordan Public Schools services one elementary, middle, and high school.

Jordan Elementary School strives to provide the academic and social-emotional development of students in a safe environment, that instills respect and responsibility among peers. Specialist tutors are available in Special Education, English, Title One services, and Gifted and Talented programming. JES engages and empowers students to become 21st Century learners where technology is integrated in the daily program.

The mission of Jordan Middle School is to serve as a transition from the elementary to the high school. Each day, an advisor-advisee program is used to build relationships in a smaller class size environment. JMS provides honors courses, exploratory classes for grades 5-8 and electives for grades 7-8. The school has extra curricular activities such as drama, STEM, spanish, fitness, speech, and multimedia. Students may also choose to participate in a variety of clubs and athletics programs. A partnership with the University of Minnesota’s Ramp up to Readiness program is an exciting addition to the 6-8 grade advisory curriculum.

Jordan High School offers comprehensive programs including college preparation, employment programs, athletics and fine arts. Students have the chance to succeed and go above and beyond. At JHS honors, AP, and College in the Schools/Concurrent Enrollment classes are offered.

Jordan Community Education and Recreation thrives with its plentiful offerings to its district. There is something for everyone of all ages. JCE also offers before and after school care for children.

If you have any questions regarding the city of Jordan, Minnesota, or if you would like to sell or buy a house in the area, please feel free to visit TwinCitiesPropertyFinder.com or call 1-800-909-1953.