SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

COLLEGE/CAREER:

*CAREER SPEAKER: Are you interested in a career in Finance? Learn about opportunities in this field on Thursday, Oct 6th during ASEM. Sign up on Naviance to attend.

*Sign up on Naviance to attend a college visit in the Career Center. Next week’s meeting opportunities are with DePauw University, the University of Arizona, Northern Arizona University, Miami University, the University of Chicago, Upper Iowa University, Grinnell College, Rensselaer, and Baylor University.

MISC:

*SPIRIT WEEK: Monday is the beginning of Homecoming Spirit week. Be sure to wear your class colors. Freshman color is gray, sophomore color is blue, Juniors should wear black, Seniors wear white, and the staff color this year is pink.

Spirit days will continue on Tuesday with Adam Sandler Day, Wednesday with Jersey Day, Thursday with Bikers vs Surfers Day, and Friday with Blue and White Day. Be sure to show us your best Homecoming spirit throughout the week!

*OBLIGATIONS: Remember to check your Infinite Campus account to clear any obligations or fines you may have. All fines must be cleared before you will be allowed to purchase Homecoming tickets next week.

*LOST AND FOUND: Please check in the main office for your lost items. We have a growing collection of water bottles, lunch bags, small electronics, jewelry, student ID's and clothing items that have been found and dropped off. Stop by to see if your missing items have been found.

*HOMECOMING DANCE GUEST FORMS: Don’t forget to pick up your dance guest form in the main office if you plan to bring an outside guest to the Homecoming dance. Processing the form takes some time. Please don’t wait until the last day or you may not be able to bring your guest! Forms must be faxed back to the main office by next Tuesday, October 4th.

September 29, 2022

*MOVIE DAY: The MBSU is hosting a movie day after school today in room C27 at 2:15 until about 4:15. They will be showing ‘McFarland USA’ in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. All are invited and welcome to attend. You will need to provide your own transportation home. 

*HOMECOMING DANCE: Homecoming tickets will be on sale in the lunchroom on Monday - Thursday of next week. Students are only allowed to buy one ticket unless they have an outside guest form on file. You will not be able purchase tickets if you have any overdue fees or obligations. This includes missing books/uniforms/parking fines etc. Be sure to check the fees tab on your Infinite Campus account to see if you owe anything before trying to purchase tickets. 

*TJ COFFEEHOUSE will be open for business tomorrow morning in the cafeteria beginning at 8:15. Your favorite treats and beverages will be available as usual along with this month’s specialty drinks, Hot Salted Caramel Latte and Iced Caramel Latte. Please pay using small bills, preferably $1 bills, and be sure to plan to be at your assigned classes on time.

*HOMECOMING DANCE GUEST FORMS: Don’t forget to pick up your dance guest form in the main office if you plan to bring an outside guest to the Homecoming dance. Processing the form takes some time. Please don’t wait until the last day or you may not be able to bring your guest! Forms must be faxed back to the main office by next Tuesday, October 4th.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*SCIENCE OLYMPIAD: For all students interested in joining Science Olympiad, there will be a non-commitment informational meeting today after school in room C127, Mr. Leverenz's room. 

MISC:
*MOVIE DAY: The MBSU is hosting a movie day after school tomorrow in room C27 at 2:15 until about 4:15. They will be showing ‘McFarland USA’ in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. All are invited and welcome to attend. You will need to provide your own transportation home. 

*MAP TESTING: Freshmen! Today and tomorrow you will be doing MAP testing in your Physical Science classes. Be sure to arrive with a fully charged Chromebook!

*HOMECOMING DANCE GUEST FORMS: Don’t forget to pick up your dance guest form in the main office if you plan to bring an outside guest to the Homecoming dance. Processing the form takes some time. Please don’t wait until the last day or you may not be able to bring your guest! Forms must be faxed back to the main office by next Tuesday, October 4th.

September 27, 2022

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*SCIENCE OLYPIAD: For all students interested in joining Science Olympiad, there will be a non-commitment informational meeting tomorrow after school in room C127, Mr. Leverenz's room. 

*POWDERBUFF VOLLEYBALL: Boys who want to play in our Homecoming powderbuff volleyball tournament can sign up during lunch today. The cost is $20, which includes a T-shirt as long as you have signed up by the end of the school day today. See Mr. Sieling in B104 if you have any questions.

MISC:

*HOMECOMING DANCE GUEST FORMS: Don’t forget to pick up your dance guest form in the main office if you plan to bring an outside guest to the Homecoming dance. Processing the form takes some time. Please don’t wait until the last day or you may not be able to bring your guest! Forms must be faxed back to the main office by next Tuesday, October 4th.

*MOVIE DAY: The MBSU is hosting a movie day after school this Thursday, September 29th in room C27 at 2:15 until about 4:15. They will be showing ‘McFarland USA’ in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. All are invited and welcome to attend. You will need to provide your own transportation home. 

September 26, 2022

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*SCIENCE OLYMPIAD: For all students interested in joining Science Olympiad, there will be a non-commitment informational meeting this Wednesday after school in room C127, Mr. Leverenz's room. 

*POWDERBUFF VOLLEYBALL: Boys who want to play in our Homecoming Powderbuff Volleyball tournament can sign up during lunch on Monday and Tuesday of this week. The cost is $20, which includes a T-shirt as long as you have signed up by the end of the school day on Tuesday. See Mr. Sieling in B104 if you have any questions.

COLLEGE/CAREER:
*If you’re interested in learning more about Gustavus Adolphus College, sign up on Naviance for tomorrow’s college visit meeting.

MISC:
*The Testing Center in room C9 is now open for the school year.

*HOMECOMING DANCE GUEST FORMS: Don’t forget to pick up your dance guest form in the main office if you plan to bring an outside guest to the Homecoming dance. Processing the form takes some time. Please don’t wait until the last day or you may not be able to bring your guest! Forms must be faxed back to the main office by next Tuesday, October 4th.

September 23, 2022

HOMECOMING GUESTS: If you’re planning to bring a guest from an outside school to the Homecoming Dance, be sure to pick up a guest form in the main office as soon as possible. You will not be allowed to purchase a ticket for your guest until the form has been completed and returned to us by your guest’s school. Forms must be returned by October 4th.

NEW TO ATHLETICS: Starting at tonight's game, all students will need to show a student ID when purchasing a ticket for any home football game. If you have an athletic season pass, you will need to report to the ticket booth to show them your ID and your pass. They will then give you a ticket for entry at the gate. If you do not have your school ID, you may present the ticket booth with your Infinite Campus profile.

HOMECOMING COURT: Check your email today to vote for the classmates that will represent you on the Homecoming Court.  Winners will be announced on Monday.  Voting for the Senior Royalty will be next Friday.

September 22, 2022

HOMECOMING DANCE GUESTS: *If you’re planning to bring a guest from an outside school to the Homecoming Dance, be sure to pick up a guest form in the main office as soon as possible. You will not be allowed to purchase a ticket for your guest until the form has been completed and returned to us by your guest’s school. Forms must be returned by October 4th.

ATHLETICS: *Starting at tonight’s game, all students will need to show a student ID when purchasing a ticket for any home football game. This includes entrance with an athletic season pass. If you do not have your school ID, you may present the ticket booth with your Infinite Campus profile.

September 21, 2022

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*ROBOTICS: The FRC robotics team is having an open house meet today at 6pm in room A104. Anyone interested in Robotics is welcomed to attend.

*Are you interested in Business, Marketing, or Entrepreneurship? Do you want to improve your leadership or management skills that will help in any future career?  If so, you should join DECA. We have a meeting today after school in B110, next to the JagWear House. Join us to learn more about DECA and our fun opportunities.

ACTIVITIES: 
*NHS:There will be a National Honor Society meeting today after school at 2:15. This meeting is mandatory for all NHS members.

*THEATER AUDITIONS: The Jefferson Theater Company is currently holding auditions for Miracle on 34th Street. Register to audition at JeffersonTheatre Company.org. Send in a digital copy of you performing a monologue by this Friday, September 23rd. Audition videos can be sent to Laura Schmit (lschmit@isd271.org). 

September 20, 2022

ACTIVITIES: 
*NHS: There will be a National Honor Society meeting this Wednesday, September 21st after school at 2:15. This meeting is mandatory for all NHS members.

*DECA: There will be a DECA meeting tomorrow after school in room B110. Come and join us!

*The Jefferson Theater Company is currently holding auditions for Miracle on 34th Street. Register to audition at JeffersonTheatreCompany.org. Send in a digital copy of you performing a monologue by this Friday, September 23rd. Audition videos can be sent to Laura Schmit (lschmit@isd271.org). 

COLLEGE/CAREER:

*This week's remaining college visits:

Marquette University

Grand Canyon University

Rochester Institute of Technology

Bemidji State University

University of Northwestern, St. Paul

You can register to attend on Naviance.

MISC:

*HOMECOMING DANCE: If you’re planning to bring a guest from an outside school to the Homecoming Dance, be sure to pick up a guest form in the main office as soon as possible. You will not be allowed to purchase a ticket for your guest until the form has been completed and returned to us by your guest’s school. Forms must be returned by October 4th.

*HOMECOMING COURT NOMINATIONS: Today is the last day to nominate your peers for Homecoming Court. Be sure to use the QR codes posted in the school and register your nomination before school ends today.

September 19, 2022

 TEAMS/CLUBS:

*All this week, the football team will be selling Remember Our Heroes t-shirts for $15 each during the lunch periods. All proceeds will go to the Wounded Warrior Project which helps our veterans. Purchase your shirt and wear it to this Friday’s home football game, which will be a BLUE-OUT.

ACTIVITIES: 
*The Student Council is holding a meeting tomorrow morning at 7:10 am in room C114. This meeting is open to all students. Stop by to discuss the week of Homecoming and future projects around the school. 
COLLEGE/CAREER:
*Interested in a career in Marketing? Learn about opportunities in this field this Thursday during Academic Seminar. Be sure to register on Naviance if you’d like to attend.
MISC:
*The Homecoming dance is fast approaching. If you plan to bring a guest from another school, you MUST have a guest approval form filled out by the guest’s school and returned to Jefferson before you will be allowed to buy dance tickets, which go on sale on October 3rd. It can take 2-3 days to get guest forms approved and returned, so start the process early! Forms are now available in the main office.

September 16, 2022

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT: All next week, the football team will be selling Remember Our Heroes t-shirts for $15 each during the lunch periods. All proceeds will go to the Wounded Warrior Project which helps our veterans. Purchase your shirt and wear it to the next Varsity home football game, which will be a BLUE-OUT.

ACTIVITIES: 
*HOMECOMING: Student Council is holding an open meeting this Tuesday morning at 7:10am in room C114. Stop by to discuss Homecoming week and future projects around the school. 

COLLEGE/CAREER:

*COLLEGE VISITS: Sign up on Naviance to attend a college visit in the Career Center. Next week, representatives from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, Macalester College, and the University of Minnesota will be available to give you information and answer your questions. Be sure to register early!

September 14, 2022

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Pathfinders will be hosting the Activities Fair on Wednesday, September 21st and are looking for club members to host tables at the fair to promote their club. Sign up to host a club table by using the QR codes posted around the building. You can also get the form through the @jhspathfinders Instagram bio. All club table sign-ups are due by tomorrow.

*Are you interested in business, traveling, scholarships, and having fun? Join DECA! There will be an info meeting today after school. Meet in Mr. Roesler's room, B110, and enjoy free pizza. See you there.

MISC:
*Students, please remember to attend your advisory class immediately following 1st period today. Look on your schedule to find your advisory teacher and classroom.

September 13, 2022

TEAMS/CLUBS:
*The Multicultural Student Union (MSU), formally known as the BSU, will be having an information meeting today after school from 2:40 - 3:00 PM  in Mrs. Johnson's room, C-27. Any student wishing to attend, please arrange for a ride home. Buses will not be available.

*Pathfinders will be hosting the Activities Fair on Wednesday, September 21st and are looking for club members to host tables at the fair to promote their club. Sign up to host a club table by using the QR codes posted around the building. You can also get the form through the @jhspathfinders Instagram bio. All club table sign-ups are due by this Thursday, September 15th.

READ BY A STUDENT: *Are you interested in business, traveling, scholarships, and having fun? Join DECA! There will be an info meeting Wednesday after school. Meet in Mr. Roesler's room, B110, and enjoy free pizza. See you there.

September 12, 2022

 TEAMS/CLUBS:
*Students! If you’re interested in assisting the Equity PLC in planning events for  Hispanic Heritage Month, please see any member of the Equity Team any day this week. Team members are Mr. Hupton, Mr. Takalo, Ms. Zukanoff, Ms. Johnson, Ms. Brooke-Beyer, or Ms. Feakes-Young.

*The Multicultural Student Union (MSU), formally known as the BSU, will be having an informational meeting tomorrow after school from 2:40 - 3:00 PM  in Mrs. Johnson's room, C-27. Students wishing to attend, please arrange for a ride home. Buses will not be available.

*Pathfinders will be hosting the Activities Fair on Wednesday, September 21st and are looking for club members to host tables at the fair to promote their club. Sign up to host a club table by using the QR codes posted around the building. You can also get the form through the @jhspathfinders Instagram bio. All club table sign-ups are due by this Thursday, September 15th.

*Are you interested in business, traveling, scholarships, and having fun? Join DECA! There will be an info meeting Wednesday after school. Meet in Mr. Roesler's room, B110, and enjoy free pizza. See you there.

COLLEGE/CAREER:

This week’s college representatives come to us from Lake Superior College, the University of Nebraska, and Hennepin Technical College. Sign up on Naviance to attend one or more sessions. 

*If you’re interested in learning about career opportunities in the field of mental health, sign up on Naviance to attend a Career Speaker session this Thursday during ASEM.

September 9, 2022

TEAMS/CLUBS:
*Are you interested in business, traveling, scholarships, and having fun? Join DECA! There will be an information meeting Wednesday, September 14 after school. Meet in Mr. Roesler's room, B110, and enjoy free pizza. See you there.

MISC:
*Picture Makeup Day is Monday, Sept 12. Please be aware that this picture day is ONLY for students who did not have their picture taken at Jumpstart last month.

September 8, 2022

 TEAMS/CLUBS:

*CHESS CLUB meets today after school in the back of the Media Center. 

MISC:
*PICTURE MAKEUP DAY is this coming Monday, Sept 12. Please be aware that this picture day is ONLY for students who did not have their picture taken at Jumpstart last month. Do not go to have a picture retaken; picture retakes will be done at a later date.

*LUNCH MENU: The lunch menu for this week has changed. Today’s lunch will be a MacCheeseburger, and tomorrow’s lunch will be a turkey dinner.