When School is Out, SUN Bucks are In
SUN Bucks (also called Summer EBT) gives $120 of extra grocery benefits to children ages 6-18 years old over the summer. This program is for families who can use some extra support to buy food. Scan the QR code to get started. For Spanish | Portuguese click here.
Jenks Middle School Honor Roll Breakfast
A big congratulations to all of our incredible students who were recognized at the Jenks Middle School Honor Roll Breakfast! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence truly paid off, and we couldn’t be more proud of each and every one of you. Thank you to our teachers and families for the support and […]
Career Exploration at Jenks Middle School
Our Jenks Middle School students did an amazing job today engaging in career exploration activities organized by our Student Services Department! We are proud of their curiosity, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn about future opportunities. A heartfelt thank you to our community partner organizations for their time, support, and commitment to helping inspire the next […]
Jenks Middle School Student Named One of This Year’s RI Music Educators Association Middle School Musical Composition Winner
Congratulations to our talented 7th grade Jenks Middle School student, Noah! This week at the School Committee meeting, Noah and our incredible Middle School Music/Arts Program were recognized for an outstanding achievement. Noah was named one of this year’s RI Music Educators Association Middle School Musical Composition Winner for his original and creative music composition! […]
Students Attend PPAC to View Hero: The Boy From Troy!
Our Jenks Middle School 6th Grade students had an inspiring day at PPAC seeing Hero: The Boy From Troy! The musical follows a student who learns about the life and powerful journey of Congressman John Lewis, from preaching to chickens as a boy in Alabama to becoming a courageous Civil Rights leader who worked alongside […]
Dress Like Your 100
Spirit week – 2/9/26
Lego Robotics Club
Our Jenks Middle School students are doing amazing things in robotics class! Our Lego Robotics Club students are learning how to think critically, collaborate with peers, turn ideas into reality and build skills that go way beyond the classroom. Mr Genest’s students are completing missions based on archaeology and creating a project that helps archaeologists […]
6th Grade Science Showcase
We are so proud of our incredible 6th grade scientists for their outstanding work at the Jenks Middle School 6th Grade Science Showcase! Their curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking were on full display as they presented their projects with confidence and enthusiasm. We can’t wait to see where your scientific thinking takes you next!
Honor Roll Waffle Party
We loved celebrating all of our amazing middle schoolers at our Honor Roll Waffle Party! Your hard work, curiosity, and positive attitudes are what makes our school such a great place to learn and grow. Keep up the awesome work, you’re showing everyone what it means to be a leader both in and out of […]
STEAM MONTH Celebrating Innovation Across Rhode Island
Save the Date: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22| 10 AM-12 PM Centerville Bank Stadium – 200 Taft St., Pawtucket, RI 02860 Join us for a hands-on STEAM celebration featuring interactive activities in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math!
Youth 2 Seniors Snow Shovel Program
The City of Pawtucket is currently recruiting middle and high school students for their Youth 2 Seniors Snow Shovel Program. This opportunity offers amazing incentives for middle and high school students including: Gift cards, hoodies, community service hours, plus much more… SCAN THE QR CODE TO DOWNLOAD HEJA & JOIN THE SHOVEL SQUAD TODAY!
Pawtucket Special Education Advisory Committee Annual Open House Event – October 21, 2025
JV and Varsity soccer team captains and coaches were honored at RIFC Last Home Game
What an unforgettable weekend at the RIFC’s final home game of the season! Our incredible JV and Varsity soccer team captains and coaches were honored with free entry and recognized right on the field, a truly special moment celebrating their hard work, leadership, and dedication all season long. Here’s to our amazing youth players and […]
City of Pawtucket’s Hispanic Heritage Impact Awards
What an unforgettable evening at last night’s City of Pawtucket’s Hispanic Heritage Impact Awards! We are incredibly proud of all the recipients, especially the 2025 Exceptional Student Leader Eliza Figueroa, one of our Jenks Middle School students who was honored for her outstanding contributions to the community. Her dedication, heart, and hard work truly inspires […]
Parent Engagement Series: Raising Emotionally Aware Youth
We’re excited to share that the district, in partnership with Project AWARE and OMENA, is hosting a Parent Engagement Series: Raising Emotionally Aware Youth. This 3-part interactive, trauma-informed series is designed to help parents and caregivers build awareness and learn practical tools that support student well-being and family connection. All families are welcome—and educators are […]
School Flu Clinics
Get Your Seasonal Protection Against Flu and COVID-19 Cunningham Elementary School 40 Baldwin Street, Pawtucket RI 10/08/2025 from 4:00-7:00 PM (Cafeteria) Curvin- McCabe Elementary School 466 Cottage Street, Pawtucket RI 10/22/2025 from 4:00-7:00 PM (Cafeteria) Joseph Jenks Middle School 350 Division Street, Pawtucket RI 11/05/2025 from 4:00-7:00 PM (Cafeteria) Click here to register […]
CACD – Colorful Futures After School Program
MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CLINICS AT THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF PAWTUCKET
EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY THROUGHOUT OCTOBER FROM 6 TO 8 PM AT THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF PAWTUCKET, 1 MOELLER PL, PAWTUCKET, RI 02860 COST: $25 For more information, email Coach Neil at nnachbar@gmail.com
i-Ready Diagnostic: What Parents Need to Know
Superintendent’s Message As Interim Superintendent, I want to keep our Pawtucket families informed and engaged in the important work happening in our schools around Teaching and Learning. Over the next few weeks, all Pawtucket students in grades K–12 will take the i-Ready Diagnostic in reading and math. This assessment is not graded, but it is […]
Early Dismissal Information
This is a reminder of the upcoming secondary schools (all Pawtucket Middle and High schools) 1/2 day schedule. The first 1/2 day is scheduled for this Wednesday, September 17. We will end school at noon. Lunch will be served to students before school ends. If your child regularly takes a bus, buses will be running […]
6th Grade Welcome BBQ
What an amazing night at our 6th Grade Orientation & BBQ Family Night! We loved seeing so many smiling faces: students, parents, and staff all coming together to kick off the new school year with fun, food, and great company. Thank you to everyone who joined us to make this evening unforgettable. Here’s to a […]
6th Grade Welcome BBQ & Info Night
Save the date: MONDAY, AUGUST 18 5:30 – 7:00 PM What to expect: Welcome Session in Auditorium School Tours – Explore classrooms and key areas Student Schedules will be passed out BBQ Dinner – Food, fun, and family time We can’t wait to meet our newest Jaguars!
Back to School Celebration / Free Backpacks Giveaway
Don’t miss out on our FREE BACKPACKS SCHOOL SUPPLIES GIVEAWAY! SATURDAY, AUGUST 23, 2025 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Jenks Middle School (350 Division St. Pawtucket) & Slater Middle School (281 Mineral Spring Ave., Pawtucket). “FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED” – Until Supplies Last. Community agency resource tables will be available, supplying financial assistance, education, and health-related information. STUDENTS MUST BE […]
CTE Summer Program
Take a look at this week’s learning in our CTE Summer Program housed at jenks Middle School. From hands-on science and innovation in our STEM labs, to delicious creations in Culinary Arts, powerful storytelling in Video & Film, inspiring beats in Music, real-world skills in Business, and life-saving knowledge in Health Care, our students made […]
Happy Summer Break!
As the school year comes to a close, we want to wish all of our students, families, teachers, and staff a wonderful and well-deserved summer! Thank you for making this year one to remember. Whether you’re heading off on adventures, spending time with loved ones, or simply taking time to relax, we hope your summer […]
Pawtucket Time Capsule Unveiling
Join the City of Pawtucket, the Pawtucket School Department, former Pawsox management, players, and fans on June 23rd from 5:30-7:30pm as we celebrate the 44th anniversary of the longest professional baseball game and reveal the contents of two time capsules found during the demolition of the former McCoy Stadium to make way for the new […]
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
We proudly recognize the incredible dedication, passion, and impact our Pawtucket School Department teachers make every single day. Your commitment to shaping minds, inspiring curiosity, and building brighter futures does not go unnoticed. Today we celebrate the heart of our schools, our teachers! Thank you for your dedication, passion, and the countless ways you inspire […]
“Youth Can Tool” Workshop
What an empowering day at Jenks Middle School! Our incredible students rolled up their sleeves and dove into hands-on learning with the RI Women in the Trades “Youth Can Tool” workshop. From building toolboxes to crafting bird feeders, they didn’t just build with their hands—they built confidence, shattered stereotypes, and discovered new passions. With the […]
May Arts Night 2025
What an incredible night celebrating our talented student artists! Last night’s May Art Night was a huge success, filled with amazing performances and creativity. From the powerful sounds of our marching band, school chorus, and jazz band to the stunning displays by our visual artists, every moment showcased the passion and dedication of our students. […]
Every Day Counts!
Every Day Counts! Regular school attendance is key to unlocking a student’s full potential. Missing school can mean missing out on crucial opportunities for growth. Let’s work together to build bright futures, one day at a time!
City of Pawtucket Announces 2024-2025 Winter Preparedness Plan
As winter weather approaches, the City of Pawtucket wants to ensure all residents are informed about snow and ice procedures. Please review the important details below to stay prepared and avoid fines during snow emergencies. For immediate snow updates, we encourage you to follow and/or subscribe to these platforms: Follow on Social Media: Facebook Instagram […]
Winter Recess
Wishing all our families a safe and joyous holiday season filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments! Just a reminder that there will be no school during winter recess from Monday, December 23 through Friday, January 3. We hope you enjoy this special time with your loved ones and create lasting memories together. School will […]
Message from the Principal
Joseph Jenks Middle School is a public school located in Pawtucket, RI. The school has 39 teachers, and 620 students in grades 6-8. Teaming takes place in grades 6-8, students are offered art, music, library, theatre, computer tech, physical education and health. Students are also given the opportunity to participate in a middle school sports […]