JHS Announcements

October 3, 2025

*STUDENT COUNCIL APPLICATION FOR ALL 9TH GRADERS: If you are interested in participating in Student Council, please complete this application by this Friday, 10/3. Please note that part of the application is having one of your teachers send Mr. Johnson (ejohnson2@isd271.org) an email with a short (2-3 sentence) recommendation.

*CURIOUS ABOUT HIGH TECH CAREERS? Enjoy working with your hands? Consider registering for Industry and Innovation Day here at JHS on Monday, October 13th. Link to registration!

October 1, 2025

*MOVIE NIGHT TONIGHT! Earth Corps is hosting a movie under the stars at 7pm next to the outdoor Unity Garden. All are welcome. Hope to see you tonight!

*STUDENT COUNCIL APPLICATION FOR 9TH GRADERS: If you are interested in participating in Student Council, please complete this application by this Friday, 10/3. Please note that part of the application is having one of your teachers send me an email with a short (2-3 sentence) recommendation - please give them as much notice as possible (don't wait until Thursday night to email them your request!)

*CURIOUS ABOUT HIGH TECH CAREERS? Enjoy working with your hands? Consider registering for Industry and Innovation Day here at JHS on Monday, October 13th. Link to registration!

*JOIN SCIENCE OLYMPIAD!

Who? Anyone

When? Wednesday, October 1st (2:15 - 2:45ish)

Where? C127 (Levy’s Room)

*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

UPCOMING COLLEGE REP VISITS: Don’t miss this chance to ask questions and learn more about majors, campus life, and admission at these schools!

Oct 1: Connecticut College

Oct 3: Stonehill College

Drake University

Montana State University

September 30, 2025

*CURIOUS ABOUT HIGH TECH CAREERS? Enjoy working with your hands? Consider registering for Industry and Innovation Day here at JHS on Monday, October 13th. Link to registration!

*JOIN SCIENCE OLYMPIAD!
Who? Anyone
When? Wednesday, October 1st (2:15 - 2:45ish)
Where? C127 (Levy’s Room)

September 29, 2025

*JOIN SCIENCE OLYMPIAD!
Who? Anyone
When? Wednesday, October 1st (2:15 - 2:45ish)
Where? C127

CURIOUS ABOUT HIGH-TECH CAREERS? Want to work with your hands AND be part of cutting-edge technology? Don’t miss this exclusive, hands-on event where you’ll step into the future of transportation and manufacturing!

What to Expect:

Explore: Try simulators and interactive activities in aviation, automotive, semiconductors, and heavy equipment.
Learn: Talk with our four post-secondary partners about training and education programs.
Connect: Meet business leaders and recruiters who hire directly from these programs.

This isn’t a boring presentation—it’s your chance to get behind the controls and see what a high-tech career could look like for you. To save your spot, scan the QR code and fill out the quick registration form!

September 25, 2025

*HOCO OUTSIDE GUEST FORMS: Forms must be returned by today (Thursday, 9/25) no later than 3PM. Reminder - all forms must be returned BY THE GUEST’S SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR. No hand-delivered forms will be accepted.

*JOIN SCIENCE OLYMPIAD!
Who? Anyone
When? Wednesday, October 1st (2:15 - 2:45ish)
Where? C127 (Levy’s Room)

September 24, 2025

*HOCO DANCE TICKET REGISTRATION ENDS TODAY! Today (by 3PM) is the deadline to reserve HOCO Dance tickets. Use the QR code on the dance posters to register for your ticket.

*HOCO OUTSIDE GUEST FORMS: Forms must be returned by tomorrow (Thursday, 9/25) no later than 3PM. Reminder - all forms must be returned BY THE GUEST’S SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR. No hand-delivered forms will be accepted.

*HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK is this week, so start planning your outfits now!
Theme Days:
Wednesday: Adam Sandler Day - channel your inner Adam Sandler with comfy, baggy clothes.
Thursday: Neon Day - time to shine bright!
Friday: Blue and White Day - show your school spirit

*UPCOMING COLLEGE REP VISITS: Don’t miss this chance to ask questions and learn more about majors, campus life, and admission at these schools!
   Normandale Community College - Wed. 9/24
   Inverhills Community College - Thurs. 9/25
   University of Northwestern, St. Paul - Thurs. 9/30
   St. Mary’s University - Tues. 9/30
   University of Missouri - Tues. 9/30
   University of St. Thomas - Tues. 9/30
   University of Arizona - Wed. 10/1

September 22, 2025

*HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK is this week, so start planning your outfits now!

Theme Days:

Monday: Jersey Day - represent your favorite team
Tuesday - NO SCHOOL TODAY
Wednesday: Adam Sandler Day - channel your inner Adam Sandler with comfy, baggy clothes.
Thursday: Neon Day - time to shine bright!
Friday: Blue and White Day - show your school spirit

*HOCO DANCE TICKET DEADLINE IS ALMOST HERE! Wednesday (by 3PM) is the deadline to register for HOCO Dance tickets. Use the link below or the QR code on the dance posters to reserve your ticket. HOMECOMING PRE-REGISTRATION LINKLinks to an external site.

*TICKET PURCHASE BEGIN TODAY for those students who pre-registered to reserve their dance ticket. Students may purchase their tickets during their lunch period today, Wednesday, and Thursday. If you registered for a ticket over the weekend, it will not be ready for purchase until Wednesday.

*HOCO OUTSIDE GUEST FORMS are currently available in the main office. Forms must be returned by 9/25 no later than 3PM.

*BOYS POWDERBUFF VOLLEYBALL: Sign up for the 7th Annual PowderBuff Boys Volleyball Tournament at lunch. You must sign up by Monday, September 22 in order to play. The tournament will be at Dred Scott sand courts from 1 to 3 pm on Tuesday, September 23. The cost is $10 to play and this is a fundraiser for the Jefferson Boys Volleyball Team. See Mr. Sieling in B104 for more information.