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WHAT IS FRIENDS OF JONES?
Friends of Jones is the parent and guardian-run, non-profit organization, that supports Jones College Prep as an institution of academic excellence. The Friends of Jones mission is to build community, engage volunteers and raise funds to support the many outstanding opportunities at Jones with a focus on the development and experiences of the “whole” student.
VOLUNTEER FOR SENIOR LOCK-IN
JOIN THE FOJ EMAIL LIST
THREE WAYS TO EARN MONEY FOR JONES WHILE YOU SHOP!
Here are some great opportunities for you, your friends, and your families to support Jones and do good while you shop! See the instructions below to take advantage of 3 great programs that donate a percentage of your purchase back to FOJ at no additional cost to you! Share with your family and friends to multiply the good!
CUSTOM CARDS
Order cards, invitations, stationery, artwork, home decor, and more, created and sourced from a global community of independent artists
USE THE PROMO CODE
FUNDRAISEFOJ
with your order and receive 20% off! Minted will donate 10% of your purchase back to FOJ.
Order your cards today!
PARTNERS IN THE SUCCESS OF JONES STUDENTS
Whether you are a Jones College Prep "Eagle" or a Jones Commercial/Jones Metropolitan "Jonesite," you are a vital part of the legacy that brings Jones to its proud history celebrating more than just years. Certainly much has changed at State and Harrison since it's beginning, but the Jones spirit and dedication to excellence remains the same.
REGISTER TODAY
Chicago Public Schools does not maintain an active database on CPS alumni. Former students and their families can register for the Jones Alumni Association (formerly known as the Jones Alumni Network), hosted by Friends of Jones, to ensure we have your most recent contact information.
To register as an alum or parent/guardian of an alum, please click here. Once you have an account set up, you will be able to log in directly from the FOJ website simply by clicking on FOJ Login at the top of the page.
PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE
The Jones Alumni Association is dedicated to more fully engaging and connecting with Jones' alumni and their families. Our current efforts include a quarterly newsletter that's full of class notes and alumni updates, as well as various ways for you to stay connected to this special community.
WELCOME BACK TO JONES! GO EAGLES!
We hope you’ll also follow us on our Jones Alumni Facebook page where we post more frequent information and school updates www.facebook.com/JonesAlumni.
We know our Jones alumni and alumni families have a great deal to be proud of, so we hope you’ll share your news and reconnect with Jones. And if you can, please help us spread the word! If you know Jones alumni or former Jones parents, please share this information with them so that we can keep in contact with as many Jones alumni as possible.
CUSTOM CARDS
Order cards, invitations, stationery, artwork, home decor, and more, created and sourced from a global community of independent artists
Use the promo code
FUNDRAISEFOJ
with your order and receive 20% off! Minted will donate 10% of your purchase back to FOJ.
Order your cards today!
RETAILERS
Turn your everyday shopping into support for your favorite cause. Earn up to 10% on your everyday purchases from over 2,000 retailers, all at no additional cost to you.
- Download the ShopRaise App
- Shop using the ShopRaise mobile app or browser extension at over 2,000 retailers
- Raise up to 10% on each transaction for FOJ For more information about the ShopRaise program, please Click Here.
GIFT CARDS
When you purchase gift cards through the RaiseRight app or website, you receive the full value of your gift card purchase while FOJ receives a % of your spend from the retailer.
- Download the RaiseRight App
- Enter Jones enrollment code: R99MDXYMYLH9
- Purchase your gift cards (physical or e-gift cards) through the app or website
- You get the full value of the gift card; the retailer donates a % of your purchase to Jones. You use the card as normal.
PRESENTATIONS OF INTEREST:
NAVIGATING THE COLLEGE PROCESS
Thank you for joining us at the September FOJ Speaker Series where we had Ms Syed from Jones Counseling and Joy Mollet from BEC Tutoring present, "Navigating the College Process". If you have college planning questions, please contact your student's counselor and they will be able to assist. If you would like to contact Joy with questions her email is Joy@bectutoring.com.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN YOUR CHILD TURNS 18
Thank you for joining us at the January FOJ Community Meeting where we had Shire Law Group present, "What You Must Know When Your Child Turns 18". The recording has been included here for your reference. If you would like to contact the law firm with questions or to prepare documents, their contact info is:
Shire Law Group, PC 847-955-9000 caren@shirelawgroup.com
GET INVOLVED
Active participation in FOJ is one way for parents to feel connected to their student's experience and the larger Jones community! Whether you can give an hour a week or just help every now and then, getting involved will be rewarding and fun.