Jackson Park Elementary

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 & 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝗻𝘀!☀️

School might be out for the summer, but healthy meals are still on the menu! Kannapolis City Schools is offering free breakfast and lunch to all children and teens aged 18 and younger.

Here is everything you need to know to fuel your summer:

📅 June 2 through June 25 (Monday – Thursday)
⏰ Breakfast | 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM, Lunch | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍G.W. Carver Elementary (Serving Breakfast & Lunch), A.L. Brown High School (Serving Breakfast & Lunch), Kannapolis YMCA (Lunch ONLY)

We can’t stop sharing photos because we just don’t want to accept the fact that these three amazing people are retiring! ❤️🖤🐾

Yesterday was such a special celebration as we brought together so many Jackson Park Panthers — past and present — to honor three truly wonderful people.

Seeing former students, coworkers, families, and friends come together to celebrate Mrs. Sapp, Mrs. Ritchie, and Mr. Hipp was a beautiful reminder of the impact they have had throughout our school and community over the years.

There were so many memories shared, stories told, and lots of laughter that filled the room. It was clear just how many lives these three incredible people have touched during their time at Jackson Park.

Moments like these remind us that Jackson Park is so much more than a school — it is a family and a place that will forever hold a special place in your heart.

Thank you, Mrs. Sapp, Mrs. Ritchie, and Mr. Hipp, for the love, dedication, and memories you have given to generations of Panthers. Panther Pride is Hard to Hide! 🐾

Photo Credit: Mrs. Anita Knight at Infinite Memories ♥️

Retirement is not the end of a chapter — it’s the beginning of a well-deserved new adventure filled with memories, relaxation, and endless opportunities to enjoy life! ❤️🖤🐾

What a special week it has been celebrating three incredible Jackson Park Panthers — Mrs. Ritchie, Mrs. Sapp, and Mr. Hipp!

Mrs. Ritchie has been our Speech Pathologist for many years and has touched the lives of so many students through her kindness, patience, and dedication. Her impact working with students will continue to show for years to come.

Mrs. Sapp, what a wonderful art teacher and treasure to Jackson Park! She has inspired creativity in generations of students — and probably many of their parents too! Her classroom was always a place filled with imagination, encouragement, and love.

Mr. Hipp has worked with countless students and supported so many teachers as an assistant. Whether he was helping solve hard math problems or being the handy man who could fix just about anything, he truly did it all with a smile.

Throughout the week, we celebrated these amazing educators in many special ways — from their very own Wonder “Retirement” Walk, to celebrating them during our 5th grade promotion ceremony, and topping it all off today with a retirement party where so many Jackson Park Panthers came together to honor them.

Jackson Park will never be the same without these three amazing people walking our halls each day. We hope your retirement is filled with fun, relaxation, and wonderful new adventures because it is so well deserved!

Thank you for the love, memories, and impact you have left on our school and the community. Jackson Park will always be a place you can call home. ♥️

Panther Pride is Hard to Hide! 🐾

📚☀️ Reminder: The last day of school at is Thursday, May 21st! This will be an early release day, and dismissal will begin at 12:30 PM. Please make sure all car riders are picked up by 12:50 PM. Breakfast and lunch will still be served. We are so thankful for a wonderful school year and all of your support! 🐾💚

We love Mrs. Earnhardt! Thank you for being such an integral part of our students’ educational journey here at Jackson Park. Your hard work, kindness, and dedication makes a difference every single day. ♥️🐾

Congratulations to Kelli Earnhardt, teacher, Jackson Park Elementary on being named this month's Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month! 🏆

More info ➡️ bit.ly/26MAYKCSBOE

Congratulations to former Jackson Park Elementary student and A.L. Brown High School Senior, Andrew Ryan!!!!!

Andrew is the winner of the Jackson Park Elementary Deborah Lowery Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is in memory of former Jackson Park Elementary teacher, Deborah Lowery.

Thanks to Jackson Park families, students, and staff for helping with the Deborah Lowery Memorial Scholarship fundraisers each year, we were able to present the recipient with a $500 scholarship at last night’s Senior Awards.

Congratulations Andrew! We are so proud of you! JP. Panther Pride is Hard to Hide!

Photo: Andrew with some of his former Jackson Park teachers at the Graduation Walk Monday.

Left to right: Jeremy Ryan, Pam Overcash, Alison Craft, Andrew Ryan, Angela Gillespie, Sherri Matheny, Georgann Athanaelos Sapp

Discover the WONDER of Teaching in Kannapolis!✨

Are you ready to join the KCS family? Kannapolis City Schools is officially hiring Elementary Educators for the 2026-2027 school year. From our innovative classrooms to our supportive community, there’s no better place to grow your career. Apply Now!

Questions? Email [email protected] for support!

Congratulations to one of our amazing 5th grade teachers, Mrs. Fongemy for being named a Finalist for Participate Learning Teacher of the Year! You truly embody what it means to be a global leader and inspire our students and staff each and every day! 🌎✨🤍🐾

Yesterday was such a special moment as some of our former Jackson Park Panthers returned to walk the halls where it all began during Wonder Walk! 🐾💚🤍
Seeing our students come back reminds us that their journey is only just beginning, and we cannot wait to watch all of their success, growth, and amazing accomplishments that lie ahead for each of them. ✨
No matter where like takes you, always remember—once a Panther, always a Panther! 🐾
Congratulations Class of 2026! 🎓
Go be great, Wonders! 💚🤍

Thank you Jackson Park UMC for such a WONDERFUL breakfast this morning! Our staff truly appreciates all that you give for us and our students throughout the year 🐾♥️