While it is one of the oldest schools in PISD, the instructional program prepares students to meet the challenges of the 21st century. The school serves 500 students. Students participate in a variety of activities each year. The Student Council holds fund-raisers, manages food drives for needy families and sponsors activities to promote school spirit. Parental involvement is a vital part of Genoa's success.
Parents participate in Curriculum Nights each year.
Students and parents work together to learn strategies that help students become successful in math, reading, science and social studies. This program benefits all of those involved. Volunteers also help in classrooms and the Learning Resource Center to make Genoa successful. Jessup is a small school on Almeda Genoa. Jessup has been part of this community for over 30 years and was named after former judge Charles Jessup.