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Polar Pups

The Polar Pups are a dedicated group of therapy dogs and their handlers who visit schools in Jackson. We are fortunate to have this team, which plays a crucial role in supporting our students. They not only help children build confidence in reading but also offer a comforting presence during stressful times. All Polar Pups are trained therapy dogs and each one volunteers their time to make a positive impact on our schools.

 

The Polar Pups have participated in various district programs, including literacy initiatives, teacher projects, and summer reading programs. While we enjoy these activities, our primary focus is on the Elementary School reading program and therapeutic visits to the Middle and High Schools.

 

Please refer to the information on this webpage to access the 2025/2026 Polar Pup contact list and the contact details for each school.

 

SCHOOL

NAME

POSITION

E-MAIL

PHONE

Strausser

Tami Neff

Counselor

Tar2jc@jackson.sparcc.org

(330) 830-8056

Ext. 2214

Sauder

Heidi Preising

Teacher

Hap2jc@jackson.sparcc.org

(330) 830-8028

Amherst

Alyssa Yonder

Counselor

Axy2jc@jackson.sparcc.org

(330) 830-8024

Lake Cable 

Destiny Shanabarger

 

Officer Kosco

Counselor 

 

Resource Officer

Dxs5jc@jackson.sparcc.org

 

Mak2jc@jackson.sparcc.org

(330) 834-4673

JMMS

Lisa Tindel

Asst. Principal

Lmi2jc@jackson.sparcc.org

(330) 830-8034

JHS

Christina Conti

Librarian

crcjc@jackson.sparcc.org

(330) 837-3501

Ext. 1419