JHS Announcements: October 2024

October 31, 2024

*SENIORS! Today is the LAST DAY to submit your Direct Admissions survey in Infinite Campus. After you submit, watch your email for further instructions from the colleges/universities you chose. ALSO, today is the LAST DAY to apply to MN State Universities (not including the U of MN) for FREE.

*BLOOD DRIVE: The Red Cross Club is hosting a blood drive next Thursday, November 7. Students 16 and older can sign up by following the link on the QR codes around the school. Students who donate receive a $10 gift card and a chance to win $7000.

October 30, 2024

*SENIORS! October 31 is the LAST DAY to submit your Direct Admissions survey in Infinite Campus. After you submit, watch your email for further instructions from the colleges/universities you chose. ALSO, October 31 is the LAST DAY to apply to MN State Universities (not including the U of MN) for FREE.

*WRESTLING TEAM: Want to learn more? Attend the Wrestling Interest meeting in A103 on November 1 at 3 PM. This meeting is open to new and returning boy and girl wrestlers. Contact Mr. Cousins with any questions.

October 29, 2024

October 28, 2024

October 25, 2024

*TJ COFFEEHOUSE TODAY: Visit TJ Coffeehouse in the cafeteria this morning beginning at 8:15 am. Specialty flavor: Pumpkin Mocha Latte.

*SENIORS, YOUR THOUGHTS ARE NEEDED! The yearbook committee would like you to fill out a fun Senior Questionnaire for the yearbook. Please check your school email for the link.

October 24, 2024

*INDOOR MARCHING BAND CONCERT: Our Jaguar Marching Band will be presenting their indoor concert this weekend on Friday and Saturday at 7M or on Sunday at 2PM. Come and join the fun as the band plays epic movie themes in a variety of musical styles. Tickets can be purchased on GoFan or at the door.

*ATTENTION GIRLS SOFTBALL PLAYERS! If you played softball this fall, please check your email for a link to the end-of-the-season survey. Your coach would like it filled out as soon as possible.

*TJ COFFEEHOUSE: TJ Coffeehouse returns to the cafeteria this Friday morning beginning at 8:15 AM. Enjoy your favorite treats and beverages and show your support for this fantastic program. This week’s specialty drink is Pumpkin Mocha Latte. Hope to see you there on Friday!

*FREE COLLEGE APPLICATION OPPORTUNITY: Seniors! For the month of October only you are able to apply to Minnesota state colleges for free. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! See the TV monitors for more information.

*SCIENCE OLYMPIAD: Science Olympiad season is fast approaching! You can sign up for Science Olympiad on the JHS website by using the Activities Registration tab. The first meet is at the beginning of December, so get signed up soon!

October 23, 2024

*SCIENCE OLYMPIAD: Science Olympiad season is fast approaching! You can join the Science Olympiad team on the JHS website by using the Activities Registration tab. The first meet is at the beginning of December, so get signed up soon!

*ATTENTION GIRLS SOFTBALL PLAYERS! If you played softball this fall, please check your email for a link to the end-of-the-season survey. Your coach would like it filled out as soon as possible.

*INDOOR MARCHING BAND CONCERT: Our Jaguar Marching Band will be presenting their indoor concert this weekend on Friday and Saturday at 7 PM or on Sunday at 2 PM. Come and join the fun as the band plays epic movie themes and songs in a wide variety of musical styles. Tickets can be purchased on GoFan or at the door.

*FREE COLLEGE APPLICATION OPPORTUNITY: Seniors! For October only you can apply to Minnesota state colleges for free. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! See the TV monitors for more information.

*UPCOMING COLLEGE INFO MEETINGS: Sign up on Naviance to attend

University of Wisconsin, Superior - Nov. 5

Alexandria Technical and Community College - Nov. 5

University of Minnesota, Rochester - Nov. 14

*CAREER SPEAKERS: Sign up on Naviance to learn more about opportunities in the following career fields:

County Government - Oct 31 during ASEM

Engineering - Nov. 7 during ASEM

Semiconductor Industry - Nov. 14 during ASEM

October 22, 2024

October 21, 2024

*LAST DAY FOR CRAYON DRIVE: Bloomington DECA is hosting a crayon drive for our elementary student crayon art events and for donations to various children’s hospitals. Crayons of all kinds are accepted until October 21 and can be placed in the designated box in the main office. See the posters around school for more information.

*SENIOR PHOTOS: The deadline for senior photo submissions is Tuesday, December 3, 2024. See SENIOR RESOURCES on the JHS webpage for more information about how to submit your photo.

October 15, 2024

*LAST DAY FOR STUDENT PICTURES! Picture retakes are today in the auditorium. See your first hour teacher about your scheduled time. Times are also available for any student who has not had a school photo taken for this school year.

*PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES ON TUESDAY: Conferences will begin at 3:30 PM and be finished at 7:30 PM on Tuesday, October 15. Parents do not need to register for times as conferences are held in an open-house style format.

Oct 14, 2024

*LAST DAY FOR STUDENT PICTURES! Picture retakes are tomorrow (Tuesday, Oct. 15) in the auditorium during the school day. See your first hour teacher about your scheduled time. Times are also available for any student who has not had a school photo taken for this school year.

*WEAR YOUR ORANGE FOR UNITY DAY! Tuesday, October 15th is Unity Day. Wear ORANGE (or JHS gear) to show that you support kindness, acceptance and inclusion.

*BOYS BASKETBALL MEETING: Tuesday, October 15 at 7:30AM in the PE classroom.

*SENIOR PHOTOS: The deadline for senior photo submissions is Tuesday, December 3, 2024. See SENIOR RESOURCES on the JHS webpage for more information about how to submit your photo.

October 11, 2024

*WEAR ORANGE FOR UNITY DAY! Tuesday, October 15th is Unity Day. Wear ORANGE (or JHS gear) to show that you support kindness, acceptance and inclusion.

*SENIOR PHOTOS: The deadline for senior photo submissions is Tuesday, December 3, 2024. See SENIOR RESOURCES on the JHS webpage for more information about how to submit your photo.

October 10, 2024

*WEAR ORANGE FOR UNITY DAY! Tuesday, October 15th is Unity Day. Wear ORANGE (or JHS gear) to show that you support kindness, acceptance and inclusion.

*BOYS LACROSSE MEETING: If you’re interested in Boys Lacrosse, consider attending an information meeting during Academic Seminar on Thursday, October 10th in C107 - Coach Cater's room.

*SENIOR PHOTOS: The deadline for senior photo submissions is Tuesday, December 3, 2024. See SENIOR RESOURCES on the JHS webpage for more information about how to submit your photo.

*CRAYON DRIVE: Bloomington DECA is hosting a crayon drive for our elementary student crayon art events and for donations to various children’s hospitals. Crayons of all kinds are accepted until October 21 and can be placed in the designated box in the main office. See the posters around school for more information.

October 9. 2024

*MAP TESTING ON WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY: This is a reminder to all 9th graders that you will be taking your MAP test for math during your Earth and Space Science class this week. Don’t forget to bring your FULLY CHARGED Chromebook to class with you.

*BOYS LACROSSE MEETING: If you’re interested in Boys Lacrosse, consider attending an information meeting during Academic Seminar on Thursday, October 10th in C107 - Coach Cater's room.

*FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION MEETING: If you are interested in additional Financial Aid information for college, sign up on Naviance to attend a meeting on Wednesday, October 9 from 6 - 7:30 pm. Email Ms. Wallerick for more details.

*SENIOR PHOTOS: The deadline for senior photo submissions is Tuesday, December 3, 2024. See SENIOR RESOURCES on the JHS webpage for more information about how to submit your photo.

October 8, 2024

*BOYS LACROSSE MEETING: If you’re interested in Boys Lacrosse, consider attending an information meeting during Academic Seminar on Thursday, October 10th in C107 - Coach Cater's room.

*COLLEGE MEETINGS: Sign up on Naviance if you’d like to attend an information meeting with a representative from one of the following colleges/universities:

New York University - 10/9

MN State University, Mankato - 10/9

University of Nebraska, Lincoln - 10/9

Hennepin Technical College - 10/10

Cornell College - 10/10

Dakota County Technical College - 10/11

St. Cloud State University - 10/11

Hamline University - 10/14

Minnesota State Community and Technical College

St. Olaf College - 10/15

University of Wisconsin, River Falls - 10/15

October 4, 2024

*WARNING BELL HAS CHANGED! The warning bell between classes has now been set as a 2-minute countdown. Be sure to head to your next class immediately when you hear the staggered bell tone.

*COLLEGE MEETINGS: Sign up on Naviance if you’d like to attend an information meeting with a representative from one of the following colleges/universities:
   Drake University - 10/8
   St. Catherine’s University - 10/8
   University of Kansas - 10/8
   University of St. Thomas - 10/8
   New York University - 10/9
   MN State University, Mankato - 10/9
   University of Nebraska, Lincoln - 10/9
   Hennepin Technical College - 10/10
   Cornell College - 10/10
   Dakota County Technical College - 10/11
   St. Cloud State University - 10/11

*CAREER SPEAKER: If you’re interested in learning more about career opportunities in the field of Accounting, sign up on Naviance to attend the information session scheduled for October 10 during ASEM.

October 1, 2024

*JHS DROP-IN BEGINS TODAY: If you are looking for homework help you may consider JHS DROP-IN, an after-school tutoring opportunity every Tuesday and Thursday until 3:30 pm. Check the screens each week to see which topics/teachers will be available.

*SENIOR PHOTOS: The deadline for senior photo submissions is Tuesday, December 3, 2024. See SENIOR RESOURCES on the JHS webpage for more information about how to submit your photo.

*JTC Presents Our Town and Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook!
Junie B. Jones: Oct. 4 at 4pm, Oct. 5 at 10am and 1pm, Oct. 6 at 1pm
Our Town: Oct. 4 at 7pm, Oct. 5 at 7pm, Oct. 6 at 3pm
Purchase tickets online at jeffersontheatrecompany.org or at the door.

*COLLEGE MEETINGS: Sign up of Naviance if you’d like to attend a meeting this week with a college representative from one of the following institutions:

Bethany Lutheran College (Tuesday 9 AM)

Grand Canyon University (Tuesday 1:30 PM)

University of Arizona (Tuesday 2 PM)

Iowa State University (Wednesday 11 AM)

DePaul University (Friday 12:30 PM)