January 22, 2026

*BANDCAKE BREAKFAST: It’s time for the 10th Annual Jefferson Bands BANDCAKE BREAKFAST & SILENT AUCTION! Join them this Saturday, January 24, from 8:00 AM to Noon for the ultimate morning of food, music, and bidding. In a rush? Takeout is available, so grab your stacks of pancakes and go. Don’t miss out on the best breakfast of the year! 

*PROM COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED: We are looking for 11th and 12th grade students who are interested in serving on the Prom Committee this year. The Prom Committee meets 4 times over the next couple of months to come up with a theme, create posters/tickets, and provide additional input. Students who participate fully are eligible for a free ticket to Prom (see details). Our first meeting is at 2:20pm on Thursday, February 5. Please consider joining us - let Mr. Johnson know if you are interested!


*YEARBOOK ORDERS: The deadline for ordering a yearbook is March 4th. Don’t miss out on your chance!


*SENIOR ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS:

  • Nominate an outstanding senior in one of 4 categories: Artistic Excellence, Curricular Excellence, Leadership, or Volunteerism. (Deadline February 13 by 4PM)

  • Parents, caregivers, community members, employers, faith leaders, and school staff are encouraged to nominate.

  • Nomination form at bit.ly/bps-saa26

January 21, 2026

*CONGRATULATIONS!  JTC’s The Ithaca Ladies Read Medea won the West Metro Conference championship this past weekend. Way to go JTC cast and crew!

*PROM COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED: We are looking for 11th and 12th grade students who are interested in serving on the Prom Committee this year. The Prom Committee meets 4 times over the next couple of months to come up with a theme, create posters/tickets, and provide additional input. Students who participate fully are eligible for a free ticket to Prom (see details). Our first meeting is at 2:20pm on Thursday, February 5. Please consider joining us - let Mr. Johnson know if you are interested!


*YEARBOOK ORDERS: The deadline for ordering a yearbook is March 4th. Don’t miss out on your chance!


*CALLING ALL WRITERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, AND ARTISTS! Submit your stories, poetry, plays, photos or artwork for consideration in this year's The Crooked Quill, the Jefferson Literary Arts magazine. Send submissions to jeffersonlitmagazine@gmail.com by February 5. For questions, email Mr. Hupton at nhupton@isd271.org. Don’t delay in submitting your work!


*SENIOR ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS:

  • Nominate an outstanding senior in one of 4 categories: Artistic Excellence, Curricular Excellence, Leadership, or Volunteerism. (Deadline February 13 by 4PM)

  • Parents, caregivers, community members, employers, faith leaders, and school staff are encouraged to nominate.

  • Nomination form at bit.ly/bps-saa26

January 16, 2026

*CALLING ALL WRITERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, AND ARTISTS! Submit your stories, poetry, plays, photos or artwork for consideration in this year's The Crooked Quill, the Jefferson Literary Arts magazine. Send submissions to jeffersonlitmagazine@gmail.com by February 5. For questions, email Mr. Hupton at nhupton@isd271.org. Don’t delay in submitting your work!

*SENIOR ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS: 
Nominate an outstanding senior in one of 4 categories: Artistic Excellence, Curricular Excellence, Leadership, or Volunteerism.
Parents, caregivers, community members, employers, faith leaders, and school staff are encouraged to nominate.
Nomination form at bit.ly/bps-saa26

*NOMINATE A STAFF MEMBER:  Want to recognize a JHS staff member for being caring, contributing and committed? Use this link to nominate a weekly Staff Jag-of-the-Week: bit.ly/StaffJag

January 15, 2026

*GIRLS TRACK MEETING:
When: Thursday, January 15th
Time: 9:55 AM (2nd half of ASEM)
Where: Room C19 (Coach Faulk’s Room)
  Unable to attend? Please stop by and see Coach Faulk

*CALLING ALL WRITERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, AND ARTISTS! Submit your stories, poetry, plays, photos or artwork for consideration in this year's The Crooked Quill, the Jefferson Literary Arts magazine. Send submissions to jeffersonlitmagazine@gmail.com by February 5. For questions, email Mr. Hupton at nhupton@isd271.org. Don’t delay in submitting your work!


*SENIOR ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS: 

  • Nominate an outstanding senior in one of 4 categories: Artistic Excellence, Curricular Excellence, Leadership, or Volunteerism.

  • Parents, caregivers, community members, employers, faith leaders, and school staff are encouraged to nominate.

  • Nomination form at bit.ly/bps-saa26

January 14, 2026

*BLOOD DRIVE: The Red Cross Club is sponsoring a Blood Drive in the gym this Thursday, January 15 from 8 AM – 2 PM. Sign up now to save lives! Scan the QR codes around school or visit redcrossblood.org using sponsor code “jaguars.”

*GIRLS TRACK MEETING:
When: Thursday, January 15th
Time: 9:55 AM (2nd half of ASEM)
Where: Room C19 (Coach Faulk’s Room)
  Unable to attend? Please stop by and see Coach Faulk

*SENIOR ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS: 
Nominate an outstanding senior in one of 4 categories: Artistic Excellence, Curricular Excellence, Leadership, or Volunteerism.
Parents, caregivers, community members, employers, faith leaders, and school staff are encouraged to nominate.
Nomination form at bit.ly/bps-saa26


*UPCOMING COLLEGE REP VISITS:  Don’t miss this chance to ask questions and learn more about majors, campus life, and admission at these schools. Register on Naviance to attend.

   University of Wisconsin, Superior - January 27

   Inver Hills Community College - February 10


*UPCOMING CAREER SPEAKER SESSIONS: Thinking about your future? Our Career Speakers are here to help! Hear from professionals, explore different careers, and get the insights you need to plan your path. Register on Naviance to attend.

   Arts Industry - January 15 during ASEM

   Sports Management - January 29 during ASEM

   Engineering Consulting - February 29 during ASEM

   Attorney - February 13 during ASEM

January 13, 2026

*BLOOD DRIVE: The Red Cross Club is sponsoring a Blood Drive in the gym this Thursday, January 15 from 8 AM – 2 PM. Sign up now to save lives! Scan the QR codes around school or visit redcrossblood.org using the sponsor code “jaguars.”

*GIRLS TRACK MEETING:

When: Thursday, January 15th

Time: 9:55 AM (2nd half of ASEM)

Where: Room C19 (Coach Faulk’s Room)

  Unable to attend? Please stop by and see Coach Faulk

*GIRLS GOLF: For girls interested in playing golf this spring, please reach out to Coach Carlson for information on captains’ practices: tcarlson@isd271.org

*UPCOMING COLLEGE REP VISITS:  Don’t miss this chance to ask questions and learn more about majors, campus life, and admission at these schools. Register on Naviance to attend.

   University of Wisconsin, Superior - January 27

   Inver Hills Community College - February 10


*UPCOMING CAREER SPEAKER SESSIONS: Thinking about your future? Our Career Speakers are here to help! Hear from professionals, explore different careers, and get the insights you need to plan your path. Register on Naviance to attend.

   Arts Industry - January 15 during ASEM

   Sports Management - January 29 during ASEM

   Engineering Consulting - February 29 during ASEM

   Attorney - February 13 during ASEM

January 12, 2026

*GIRLS TRACK MEETING:
When: Thursday, January 15th
Time: 9:55 AM (2nd half of ASEM)
Where: Room C19 (Coach Faulk’s Room)
   Unable to attend? Please stop by and see Coach Faulk

*BLOOD DRIVE: The Red Cross Club is sponsoring a Blood Drive in the gym on Thursday, January 15 from 8 AM – 2 PM. Sign up now to save lives! Scan the QR codes around school or visit redcrossblood.org using sponsor code “jaguars.”

Bonus: Register by Friday, Jan. 9, to get a free T-shirt!

*GIRLS GOLF: For girls interested in playing golf this spring, please reach out to Coach Carlson for information on captains’ practices: tcarlson@isd271.org

*UPCOMING COLLEGE REP VISITS:  Don’t miss this chance to ask questions and learn more about majors, campus life, and admission at these schools. Register on Naviance to attend.

   University of Wisconsin, Superior - January 27

   Inver Hills Community College - February 10


*UPCOMING CAREER SPEAKER SESSIONS: Thinking about your future? Our Career Speakers are here to help! Hear from professionals, explore different careers, and get the insights you need to plan your path. Register on Naviance to attend.

   Arts Industry - January 15 during ASEM

   Sports Management - January 29 during ASEM

   Engineering Consulting - February 29 during ASEM

   Attorney - February 13 during ASEM
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