Principal's Welcome

Dear Eagles,

Welcome to a new school year at JEDIS and JEMS! As the Principal of Jordan-Elbridge Middle School, I’m looking forward to cultivating the best in our students’ personal growth and achievement!

Those of you who are returning members of our school community may notice my last name has changed. I got married over the summer and am thrilled to embrace this new chapter of my life. As I’m sure you agree, family is everything!

On that note, our commitment to building a strong, collaborative school family is essential to our success. I encourage students, parents, and staff to actively participate in creating a supportive and enriching environment for everyone. Your involvement and feedback are invaluable, and together we can make this year truly exceptional.

Incorporating social and emotional learning will remain a cornerstone of our middle school approach this year. Students will develop strong personal character through explicit teaching about kindness, empathy, and relationship-building. We believe that fostering these skills enhances our students’ academic experiences and supports their overall well-being.

We’ve also added some stimulating new learning opportunities at the middle school. Students in JEDIS will engage in our new Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) program to hone critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for today’s innovative world. As well, our JEMS students will now experience career discovery to inspire future pathways and engage students with a range of exciting career possibilities.

I hope your summer was filled with happy moments and lasting memories. Let’s make the 2024-2025 school year one to remember!

With gratitude, 
Alexis Ridlon
JEDIS & JEMS Principal