Kindergarten Registration is OPEN!

Welcome McCaskey Class of 2039! All children who will be 5 years of age on or before September 1, 2026 and reside in Lancaster City or Lancaster Township are eligible to apply for kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year. Families who register now are guaranteed placement in their neighborhood school! APPLY NOW!
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Jackson Middle School

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Last updated on: 01/09/2026 4:00 am

Principal: Dr. Jazmin Torres, Principal

Hours: 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Middle schools dismiss at 12:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month.

Phone: 717.291.6161

Fax: 717.391.8600

Address: 431 South Ann Street
Lancaster, PA 17602

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Principal's Message

Dr. Jazmin Torres / Jackson Middle School

It is very exciting to have the opportunity to serve as the Principal of Hazel I. Jackson Middle School. It is evident that the Jackson community has a strong foundation, and I am looking forward to building upon its strengths. My goal is to ensure that students receive a complex and rigorous curriculum while also ensuring safety as we work to meet the social and emotional needs of our student body.

I come to you with 21 years of experience in education, and I value teamwork, transparency, and growth. Middle school is marked as a period of transition in adolescent development. Serving students at this grade level provides us with a great opportunity to shape citizenship, build a sense of belonging, and increase academic excellence. I look forward to our partnership as we work to attain excellence for all of our students and ensure our staff members have the tools to secure their success.

Jackson Middle School

Mission

Through a nurturing culture that embraces diversity, promotes academic rigor, and fosters integrity, Jackson Middle School will develop inquiring, responsible, and caring young adults who will leave ready to be leaders among their peers.

Vision

Jackson Middle School, through holistic learning and collaboration among students, educators, families, and community, will foster an environment of critical thinkers that are globally and culturally aware.