Encompassing over 300 square miles in Cherokee County, JISD serves approximately 5,000 students and employs 900 teachers, administrators and other staff at eight campuses and support facilities. We are home to the historic downtown Tomato Bowl, which is the main athletic stadium for Jacksonville built in 1940 through the WPA program. JISD is focused on promoting success for its students at every l
evel and has been recognized for it's commitment to academic excellence. Known for multiple innovative programs, at the Elementary level, JISD is a pioneer in the Dual Language Program and the program still flourishes and serves as an example for other districts after 25 years. The Applied Learning Community is a popular Project Based Learning Program requiring parental involvement and continues to expand. Additionally on the elementary level, a STEM Initiative recently put into place brings another exciting choice for parents and students in JISD. West Side Elementary recently implemented the Leader in Me Program on campus. JISD also promotes Academic UIL on the elementary level, offers beginner band in the 6th grade. Secondary Education offers incredible diversity for all types of students. Upper level academics, Career & College Readiness, boys and girls athletics, fine arts, over 90 clubs, and burgeoning Career & Technical Education programs are offered on the JHS campus, and many of these on the JMS campus. For more information, visit our website at www.jisd.org.
