April 28, 2023

*CROOKED QUILL MAGAZINE: Couldn't make it to the Jefferson Literary Magazine release party? No problem. You can still pick up a copy of The Crooked Quill. Just stop down to Mr. Hupton's room, C5, to purchase the magazine for $15. Come support the amazing, creative voices we have at Jefferson.

*PROM TICKETS: Prom ticket pre-registration is now open. Register for prom using the QR code on the monitors, at the main office, online, or on the posters around school. You must be pre-registered in order to buy a ticket. Remember, all fees and obligations must be taken care of before you will be allowed to purchase your ticket. Tickets are $35 each and you will be able to pick up and pay for your tickets beginning next Wednesday, May 3rd. 

If you plan on bringing an outside guest to this year’s prom, come to the main office as soon as possible to pick up a guest form. Please leave time for your guest’s school to process and return the form; the earlier you get it to them the better! The deadline for returning forms is May 10th.

April 27, 2023

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Chess Club meets after school today in the Red Flex, where you can also sign up for the doubles Chess tournament in May. Come check it out!

MISC:
*Prom ticket pre-registration is now open. Register for prom using the QR code online, on the monitors, at the main office, or on the posters around school. You must be pre-registered in order to buy a ticket. Remember, all fees and obligations must be taken care of before you will be allowed to purchase your ticket. If you plan on bringing an outside guest to this year’s prom, please come to the main office as soon as possible to pick up a guest form. It takes time for schools to process and return the form to us, so don't delay! Dance tickets are $35 each and you will be able to pick up and pay for your tickets beginning next Wednesday, May 3rd. 

April 26, 2023

*ACT TESTING FOR JUNIORS: Today the 11th grade class will be taking the ACT exam at school. 9th, 10th, and 12th graders will stay home for an E-Learning day. Students should plan to check on their Campus page for their assignments.

April 25, 2023

ATHLETICS/ACTIVITIES:

*Show Choir and Show Band auditions are taking place this week. If you are interested in joining us, come to any one of the auditions. 
For Show Choir, choose between today after school in the Jefferson Choir Room, Wednesday after school at the Olson MS choir room, or Friday after school in the Oak Grove MS Choir room. If you play an instrument and want to meet the show band director from School of Rock, you’re invited to come learn more this coming Thursday after school in the Jefferson choir room. For more information about auditions, see the posters hanging up by the choir and orchestra rooms.

COLLEGE/CAREER:

*ACT EXAM: Juniors! You will be taking the ACT exam tomorrow, April 26th. See your email for important information about the day. The email will include your room assignment and information on what you need to bring with you, which includes your fully-charged school Chromebook. Report to your assigned room no later than 7:50 tomorrow morning. Again, check your email for important ACT information and instructions.

*E-LEARNING DAY: Students in grades 9, 10, and 12: Tomorrow, April 26 will be an e-learning day. You do not need to report to school, but you are expected to complete assignments from home. It is not a "free day!"

*INFO FOR SENIORS: Seniors, PLEASE read your email from Ms. Wallerick to find information about submitting your senior survey in Naviance, your scholarship form and your photo for the May 1 Senior Slideshow. We need this by the end of the school day this Wednesday, April 26. Thank you!

MISC:

*PROM: Prom ticket pre-registration is now open. Register for prom using the QR code on the monitors or at the main office. You must be pre-registered in order to buy a ticket. Remember, all fees and obligations must be taken care of before you will be allowed to purchase your ticket. Tickets will be available for pick-up in the main office beginning on Wednesday, May 3rd. If you plan on bringing an outside guest to this year’s prom, please come to the main office as soon as possible to pick up a guest form. All forms must be processed and returned to us by your guest’s school no later than May 10th, two days before the dance. 

April 24, 2023

COLLEGE/CAREER:
*ACT TEST THIS WEEK: Juniors, you will be taking the ACT exam this Wednesday, April 26th. See your email for important information about that day. This will tell you your room assignment and what you need to bring with you, which includes your fully-charged school Chromebook. Report to your assigned room no later than 7:50 that morning. Again, check your email for important ACT information and instructions.

*Seniors, PLEASE read your email from Ms. Wallerick to find information about submitting your senior survey in Naviance, your scholarship form and your photo for the May 1 Senior Slideshow. We need this by the end of the school day this Wednesday, April 26. Thank you!

MISC:

*PROM for Juniors and Seniors! Prom ticket pre-registration is now open for the May 12th dance. Register for PROM using the QR code on the monitors or at the main office. Remember, all fees and obligations must be taken care of before you will be allowed to purchase your ticket. Be sure to check on Infinite Campus for parking fines, missing books or equipment, or other outstanding school fees. Tickets will be available for pick-up in the main office beginning on Wednesday, May 3rd.

PROM: OUTSIDE GUEST FORM: If you plan on bringing an outside guest to this year’s prom, please come to the main office as soon as possible to pick up a guest form. All forms must be processed and returned to us by your guest’s school no later than May 10th, two days before the dance. The sooner we have the form, the sooner it can be approved and you can register for your tickets, so don’t delay. 

April 21, 2023

*PATHFINDER REGISTRATION: Attention potential Pathfinders! This is a reminder that your applications are due today by 3:00pm. If you have any questions, feel free to stop by C112 or C113. 

April 20, 2023

*PATHFINDER REGISTRATION: Attention potential Pathfinders! This is a reminder that your applications are due tomorrow by 3:00pm. If you have any questions, feel free to stop by C112 or C113. 

*TJ COFFEEHOUSE will be open for business tomorrow morning beginning at 8:15 AM. Purchase your favorite treats and beverages including this month's specialty coffee flavor, Salted Caramel. See you there!

April 19, 2023

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Are you interested in a new club for next school year?  Join Best Buddies.  Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Our chapter at JHS focuses on building one to one friendships for students with and without disabilities.  Reach out to Ms. Vaudreuil in room A108 for more information.

MISC:
*The MBSU, in partnership with Earth Corps, invites you to “Popcorn and a Movie.” In honor of Earth Month, they will be showing Moana today at 2:15 in the Red Flex area. Remember that you will need to provide your own ride home. 

*Attention potential Pathfinders! This is a reminder that your applications are due this Friday, April 21st by 3:00pm. If you have any questions, feel free to stop by C112 or C113. 

*TJ Coffeehouse will be open for business this Friday morning beginning at 8:15 AM. Purchase your favorite treats and beverages including this month's specialty coffee flavor, Salted Caramel. See you there!

April 18, 2023

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*NEW CLUB: Are you interested in a new club for next school year?  Join Best Buddies.  Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Our chapter at JHS focuses on building one to one friendships for students with and without disabilities.  Reach out to Ms. Vaudreuil in room A108 for more information.

MISC:
*BLOOD DRIVE: Tomorrow is our Spring Blood Drive and there are still spots available. Sign up using the posted QR code for your chance to make a life-changing donation. If you’re 16, you will need a parent permission form which you will find in the main office. If you’re 17 or 18, you can sign up on your own. Thank you in advance for making a difference!

*POPCORN AND A MOVIE: The MBSU, in partnership with Earth Corps, invites you to “Popcorn and a Movie.” In honor of Earth Month, they will be showing Moana this Wednesday, May 19th at 2:15 in the Red Flex area. See you there!

*PATHFINDERS: Attention potential Pathfinders! This is a reminder that your applications are due this Friday, April 21st by 3:00pm. If you have any questions, feel free to stop by C112 or C113. 

April 17, 2023

COLLEGE/CAREER:
*UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA: Sign up on Naviance for a college meeting! The University of Arizona will hold an informational meeting this coming Wednesday at 11 AM. Be sure to sign up if you’d like to attend.

MISC:

*BLOOD DRIVE: Consider making a life-changing donation next Wednesday, May 19th at the Spring Blood Drive. Register using the posted QR codes. If you are 16 you will need a signed parent permission form which you can find at the table at lunch or in the main office. Older students do not need the permission form. Thank you in advance for your donation.

*POPCORN AND A MOVIE: The MBSU, in partnership with Earth Corps, invites you to “Popcorn and a Movie.” In honor of Earth Month, they will be showing Moana this Wednesday, May 19th at 2:15 PM in the Red Flex area.

*GRADUATION PARTY: Seniors! Don’t forget to register for the All-Night Senior Party! Registration forms can be found in the main office. Register before this Friday, April 21st for your chance to win one of several gift card prizes. 

*PATHFINDERS: Attention potential Pathfinders! This is a reminder that your applications are due this Friday, April 21st by 3:00pm. If you have any questions, feel free to stop by C112 or C113. 

April 14, 2023

COLLEGE/CAREER CENTER:

*UPCOMING COLLEGE INFO MEETING: Sign up on Naviance for a college meeting! California’s University of the Pacific will hold an informational meeting this coming Monday at 11am. Be sure to sign up if you’d like to attend.

TEAMS/CLUBS:
*POPCORN AND A MOVIE: The MBSU, in partnership with Earth Corps, invites you to “Popcorn and a Movie.” In honor of Earth Month, they will be showing Moana next Wednesday, May 19th at 2:15 in the Red Flex area. See you there!

*NEW CLUB: Are you interested in a new club for next school year?  Join Best Buddies.  Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Our chapter at JHS focuses on building one to one friendships for students with and without disabilities.  Reach out to Ms. Vaudreuil in room A108 for more information.

MISC:
*BLOOD DRIVE: Consider making a life-changing donation next Wednesday, May 19th at the Spring Blood Drive. Register using the posted QR codes. If you are 16 you will need a signed parent permission form which you can find at the table at lunch or in the main office. Older students do not need the permission form. Thank you in advance for your donation.

*ALL-NIGHT GRAD PARTY: Seniors! Don’t forget to register for the All-Night Senior Party! Registration forms can be found in the main office. Register before April 21st for your chance to win one of several gift card prizes. 

April 13, 2023

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*CHESS CLUB: A doubles chess tournament will be held next month by our school Chess Club. You can get more details and sign up by attending the Chess Club meeting today after school in the Red Flex space. The meeting is open to all who are interested.

MISC:
*BLOOD DRIVE: Students - don’t forget about the Spring Blood Drive that is coming up next week on Wednesday April 19th!  If you're 16 years old, you can donate with a parent's permission. If you are 17 or older you can choose to donate on your own. Sign up by using one of the posted QR codes found in the hallways. If you need a parent permission slip, get one from the table in the lunchroom or from the main office. Thank you in advance for your life-saving donation.

*NEW CLUB! Are you interested in a new club for next school year?  Join Best Buddies.  Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Our chapter at JHS focuses on building one to one friendships for students with and without disabilities.  Reach out to Ms. Vaudreuil in room A108 for more information.

April 12, 2023

 TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Congratulations to the Bloomington Robotics team for their alliance placing 5th place at the 10,000 Lakes competition! Team Bjorg also placed 14th overall out of 61 teams. The team will also be competing at the state tournament on Saturday, May 6th. Great job team Bjorg!

*CHESS CLUB: A doubles chess tournament will be held next month by our school Chess Club. You can get more details and sign up by attending the Chess Club meeting tomorrow after school in the red flex space, which is open to all, no sign-up needed.

MISC:

*JHS DROP IN: Starting next week through the end of the school year, JHS Drop IN will only be open Wednesdays and Thursdays after school - there will be no more Tuesdays.

*BLOOD DRIVE: Students - our Spring Blood Drive is coming up next week on Wednesday April 19th!  If you're 16 years old, you can donate with a parent's permission. If you are 17 or older you can choose to donate on your own. To sign up, find one of the many posters in the hallway and scan the QR code.  If you need a parent permission slip, find the table in the lunchroom or go to the main office to pick one up.  One quick note -the Blood Drive posters were printed incorrectly, and many say "Tuesday" the 19th when they should say WEDNESDAY the 19th. Our apologies for the mistake! The drive will, in fact, be on Wednesday of next week. Please consider donating a pint of your life-saving blood!

April 11, 2023

*ALL-NIGHT SENIOR PARTY: Seniors! Don’t forget to register for the All-Night Senior Party! Registration forms can be found in the main office. Register before April 21st for your chance to win one of several gift card prizes. 

*BLOOD DRIVE: Students - our Spring Blood Drive is coming up next week on Wednesday April 19th!  If you're 16 years old, you can donate with a parent's permission. If you are 17 or older you can choose to donate on your own. To sign up, find one of the many posters in the hallway and scan the QR code.  If you need a parent permission slip, find the table in the lunchroom or go to the main office to pick one up.  One quick note -the Blood Drive posters were printed incorrectly, and many say "Tuesday" the 19th when they should say WEDNESDAY the 19th. Our apologies for the mistake! The drive will, in fact, be on Wednesday of next week. Please consider donating a pint of your life-saving blood!