April 10, 2026

*LOST AND FOUND: Check the Lost and Found tables in Flag Hall for your missing water bottles, lunch bags, and clothing items before 2:37 PM this Friday, April 10. Check in the main office for missing jewelry, electronics and miscellaneous smaller items. Anything left after the Friday deadline will be donated or repurposed.

*IMPORTANT SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1. NEW! CHECK YOUR SENIOR PHOTO: Stop by the table in the lunchroom TODAY to check your senior picture before it is submitted for the yearbook.

2. College Decision Day is May 1st: Check your email for the form to submit your information for our May 1st celebration. The deadline to submit is April 27th.

3. All-Night Senior Party Registration Is Now Open! Forget sleeping - it’s time to celebrate! Be sure to register for the ultimate graduation lock-in featuring epic entertainment, non-stop games, tons of food, and great prizes.
Don’t wait! Secure your spot now before the price increases on May 22.
Get your registration forms in the main office or on the JHS website.

*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 East Anglia (UK) - Tuesday, April 14
   Baylor University - Tuesday, April 14

*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.
   Business Careers - Thursday, April 16
   Business Careers at SICK - Thursday, April 23

April 9, 2026

*IT’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK! The Student Council is hosting a Mental Health Awareness Week. Join your fellow students for a week of positivity and support.

Visit the Kindness Poster in Flag Hall and post an encouraging quote, a personal struggle you’ve overcome, or a message of hope on our community board.


*LOST AND FOUND: Check the Lost and Found tables in Flag Hall for your missing water bottles, lunch bags, and clothing items before 2:37 PM this Friday, April 10. Check in the main office for missing jewelry, electronics and miscellaneous smaller items. Anything left after the Friday deadline will be donated or repurposed.


*IMPORTANT SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS:


  1. NEW! CHECK YOUR SENIOR PHOTO: Stop by the table in the lunchroom THIS FRIDAY to check your senior picture before it is submitted for the yearbook.


  1. College Decision Day is May 1st: Check your email for the form to submit your information for our May 1st celebration. The deadline to submit is April 27th.


  1. All-Night Senior Party Registration Is Now Open! Forget sleeping - it’s time to celebrate! Be sure to register for the ultimate graduation lock-in featuring epic entertainment, non-stop games, tons of food, and great prizes. 

 

Don’t wait! Secure your spot now before the price increases on May 22.

Get your registration forms in the main office or on the JHS website.

April 8, 2026

*TODAY'S SCHEDULE:
- ACT Exam day for 11th graders
- E Learning day for grades 9th, 10th, and 12th

*IT’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK! The Student Council is hosting a Mental Health Awareness Week. Join your fellow students for a week of positivity and support.
Visit the Kindness Poster in Flag Hall and post an encouraging quote, a personal struggle you’ve overcome, or a message of hope on our community board.

*YEARBOOK PHOTOS NEEDED! Calling all spring sports and activities participants! Yearbook is putting out one final ask for any photos, especially if you are in golf, track and field, baseball, softball, lacrosse, boys tennis, or boys volleyball. They need to be submitted by Wednesday, April 8th.

*LOST AND FOUND: Check the Lost and Found tables in Flag Hall for your missing water bottles, lunch bags, and clothing items before 2:37 PM this Friday, April 10. Check in the main office for missing jewelry, electronics and miscellaneous smaller items. Anything left after the Friday deadline will be donated or repurposed.

*IMPORTANT SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS:
1. College Decision Day is May 1st: Check your email for the form to submit your information for our May 1st celebration. The deadline to submit is April 27th.

2. All-Night Senior Party Registration Is Now Open! Forget sleeping - it’s time to celebrate! Be sure to register for the ultimate graduation lock-in featuring epic entertainment, non-stop games, tons of food, and great prizes. Don’t wait! Secure your spot now before the price jumps up on May 22. Get your registration forms in the main office or on the JHS website.



April 7, 2026

*ACT EXAM TOMORROW FOR 11TH GRADERS (7:50 AM - 12:30 PM) Make sure to arrive ON TIME with your fully-charged Chromebook. Check your email to make sure you have set up your ACT account BEFORE arriving for the test.

Following the ACT: Students are dismissed at 12:30 PM. Any student who rides the bus home may stay and wait for their bus to arrive (app. 2:37 PM).  Lunch will be available. Students MUST remain in the cafeteria while waiting for their ride.


*E-LEARNING DAY ON WEDNESDAY FOR 9TH, 10TH, and 12TH graders.


*IT’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK! The Student Council is hosting a Mental Health Awareness Week. Join your fellow students for a week of positivity and support.


  • Monday and Tuesday (All Lunches): Buy a Candygram! Send a sweet treat and a positive note to a friend for delivery this Thursday/Friday. All proceeds support Reach for Resources.

  • Tuesday: Go Green! Wear green to show your support for mental health awareness.

  • All Week: Visit the Kindness Poster in Flag Hall. Stop by to post an encouraging quote, a personal struggle you’ve overcome, or a message of hope on our community board.


*YEARBOOK PHOTOS NEEDED! Calling all spring sports and activities participants! Yearbook is putting out one final ask for any photos, especially if you are in golf, track and field, baseball, softball, lacrosse, boys tennis, or boys volleyball. They need to be submitted by Wednesday, April 8th.


*LOST AND FOUND: Check the Lost and Found tables in Flag Hall for your missing water bottles, lunch bags, and clothing items before 2:37 PM this Friday, April 10. Check in the main office for missing jewelry, electronics and miscellaneous smaller items. Anything left after the Friday deadline will be donated or repurposed.


*IMPORTANT SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS:


  1. College Decision Day is May 1st: Check your email for the form to submit your information for our May 1st celebration. The deadline to submit is April 27th.


  1. All-Night Senior Party Registration Is Now Open! Forget sleeping - it’s time to celebrate! Be sure to register for the ultimate graduation lock-in featuring epic entertainment, non-stop games, tons of food, and great prizes. 

 

Don’t wait! Secure your spot now before the price jumps up on May 22.

Get your registration forms in the main office or on the JHS website.


*JHS FLAG CORPS TRYOUTS: Interested in joining the team? No experience is necessary to try out!

   When: April 7 & 9

   Time: 3:30 PM

   Where: JHS Dance Studio

Questions? Email dmerriman@isd271.org

April 6, 2026

*ACT EXAM THIS WEDNESDAY FOR 11TH GRADERS (7:50 AM - 12:30 PM) Make sure to arrive ON TIME with your fully-charged Chromebook. Check your email to make sure you have set up your ACT account BEFORE arriving for the test.

Following the ACT: Students are dismissed at 12:30 PM. Any student who rides the bus home may stay and wait for their bus to arrive (app. 2:37 PM).  Lunch will be available. Students MUST remain in the cafeteria while waiting for their ride.


*YEARBOOK PHOTOS NEEDED! Calling all spring sports and activities participants! Yearbook is putting out one final ask for any photos, especially if you are in golf, track and field, baseball, softball, lacrosse, boys tennis, or boys volleyball. They need to be submitted by Wednesday, April 8th.


*SHOW CHOIR INFO MEETING TONIGHT: The 2026 season just ended, and we’re already planning what’s next! Whether you’re a returning member or interested in joining, you and a parent are invited to an information meeting to hear about the future of the program.

   DATE: Monday, April 6

   TIME: 6:30 PM

   LOCATION: JHS Cafeteria

   WHO: At least one parent/guardian per student (student attendance is optional)


 *IMPORTANT SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Scholarship Deadline: The Education Foundation scholarship application deadline is Monday, April 6 at 3PM sharp. There are NO EXCEPTIONS for late submissions.


  1. College Decision Day is May 1st: Check your email for the form to submit your information for our May 1st celebration. The deadline to submit is April 27th.


  1. All-Night Senior Party Registration Is Now Open! Forget sleeping - it’s time to celebrate! Be sure to register for the ultimate graduation lock-in featuring epic entertainment, non-stop games, tons of food, and great prizes. Don’t wait! Registration forms can be found in the main office or online.


*JHS FLAG CORPS TRYOUTS: Interested in joining the team? No experience is necessary to try out!

   When: April 7 & 9

   Time: 3:30 PM

   Where: JHS Dance Studio

Questions? Email dmerriman@isd271.org

April 2, 2026

 *E-LEARNING TODAY - please check CANVAS for assignments in each of your classes.

*NO SCHOOL TOMORROW (Friday, April 3). See you back on Monday!


*IMPORTANT SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Scholarship Deadline: The Education Foundation scholarship application deadline is Monday, April 6 at 3PM sharp. There are NO EXCEPTIONS for late submissions.


  1. College Decision Day is May 1st: Check your email for the form to submit your information for our May 1st celebration. The deadline to submit is April 27th.


  1. All-Night Senior Party Registration Is Now Open! Forget sleeping - it’s time to celebrate! Be sure to register for the ultimate graduation lock-in featuring epic entertainment, non-stop games, tons of food, and great prizes. 

 

Don’t wait! Secure your spot now before the price jumps up on May 22.

Get your registration forms in the main office or on the JHS website.


*SHOW CHOIR INFO MEETING: The 2026 season just ended, and we’re already planning what’s next! Whether you’re a returning member or interested in joining, you and a parent are invited to an information meeting to hear about the future of the program.

   DATE: Monday, April 6

   TIME: 6:30 PM

   LOCATION: JHS Cafeteria

   WHO: At least one parent/guardian per student (student attendance is optional)


*JHS FLAG CORPS TRYOUTS: Interested in joining the team? No experience is necessary to try out!

   When: April 7 & 9

   Time: 3:30 PM

   Where: JHS Dance Studio

Questions? Email dmerriman@isd271.org

March 31, 2026

*IMPORTANT SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS:

  1. Scholarship Deadline: The Education Foundation scholarship application deadline is Monday, April 6 at 3PM sharp. There are NO EXCEPTIONS for late submissions.


  1. College Decision Day is May 1st: Check your email for the form to submit your information for our May 1st celebration. The deadline to submit is April 27th.


  1. All-Night Senior Party Registration Is Now Open! Forget sleeping - it’s time to celebrate! Be sure to register for the ultimate graduation lock-in featuring epic entertainment, non-stop games, tons of food, and great prizes. 

 

Don’t wait! Secure your spot now before the price jumps up on May 22.

Get your registration forms in the main office or on the JHS website.


*SHOW CHOIR INFO MEETING: The 2026 season just ended, and we’re already planning what’s next! Whether you’re a returning member or interested in joining, you and a parent are invited to an information meeting to hear about the future of the program.

   DATE: Monday, April 6

   TIME: 6:30 PM

   LOCATION: JHS Cafeteria

   WHO: At least one parent/guardian per student (student attendance is optional)


*DROP-IN AFTER SCHOOL will be open Monday - Thursday this week. Remember, teachers will help with academics, planning, organizing, and more!


*JHS FLAG CORPS TRYOUTS: Interested in joining the team? No experience is necessary to try out!

   When: April 7 & 9

   Time: 3:30 PM

   Where: JHS Dance Studio

Questions? Email dmerriman@isd271.org
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