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Welcome!

John Hancock Charter School (JHCS) was founded in 2000 by a group of dedicated parents and administrators who saw a real need and demand for a K-8 charter school in Utah County. 

JHCS is a public charter school, chartered by the Utah State Office of Education.  We use the “Core Knowledge Sequence” curriculum developed by E.D. Hirsch Jr. 

The basic philosophy of Core Knowledge is that learning builds on learning and children gain new knowledge only by building on what they already know.  It is essential to begin building solid foundations of knowledge in the early years, when children are most receptive.  Research has shown, for the vast majority of children, academic deficiencies from the first six grades permanently impair the success of later learning. 

The mission of JHCS is to provide that core foundation and make our students successful learners for life.

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The Core Knowledge Sequence

School Lunch!

Starting Feb. 1st the PTO will no longer offer lunches for purchase through lunchboxers.com.  Any meals purchased through the end of January will still be served.    
 
Remember Pizza Days on Wednesday.  Each slice is $1.00 and drinks are $.25.  Money is collected at lunch time.   A count of students who are paying for pizza is taken each Wed. morning so we can order the correct amount.

It's Open Enrollment Time Again

Anyone interested in attending the 2010-2011 school year can now fill out an intent to enroll form until the 15th of February.  Please inform neighbors and friends.  We also need a list of all siblings who will be attending Kindergarten next year.  Please call Miss Rutledge and get your child's name on the list.  We also need this information prior to the lottery.  For more information about attending JHCS, or to download enrollment forms, please visit the Enrollment Page.