April 14, 2025

*MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK IS NEXT WEEK:

Monday, 4/14: Gratitude Day (fill out green slips during period 1)

Tuesday, 4/15: Wear green (in support of mental health awareness)

Wednesday, 4/16: (ACT Day)

Thursday, 4/17: Comfort (PJ) Day

Friday, 4/18: No school - get some rest and do something that fills your bucket!

All week: coloring contest (pages in the media center)

*PROM REGISTRATION: Juniors and Seniors! It’s time to get registered for Prom tickets. The deadline to reserve your ticket is 3 PM on Wednesday, May 7. You will need to fill out the registration before you will be allowed to pay for and pick up your ticket from the main office. See the posters in the school for more information. Follow this link, use the QR code posted outside of the main office, or go on the JHS website to get registered.

*PROM GUEST FORMS:  Juniors and Seniors, if you are planning to bring an outside guest to prom you will need to fill out a DANCE GUEST FORM (found in the main office). Deadline for guest submissions is 3PM on Wednesday, May 7. It takes at least 24 hours to process your guest request, so don’t delay!

*HOW ABOUT A CAREER IN EDUCATION? If you’re interested in learning more about being a PK-12 teacher, sign up on Naviance to attend a career speaker meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 24 during ASEM.

*SENIOR ALL-NIGHT PARTY:  It's time to sign up for the all-night party! Get ready for a night of fun with games, food, prizes, and more. Stop by the main office to grab your registration form. If you register early, you'll even enter a drawing for a gift card, so don't wait!

*WHAT DO YOU THINK? Do you have a unique perspective on something? The yearbook team would love to hear your "hot take"! Just click on the link below to share your thoughts with them! Hot Takes.

*SENIORS! Just a friendly reminder to fill out the COLLEGE DECISION FORM by April 25th. We can’t wait to see your choices!

April 11, 2025

*MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK IS NEXT WEEK:

*Monday, 4/14: Gratitude Day (fill out green slips during period 1)

Tuesday, 4/15: Wear green (in support of mental health awareness)

Wednesday, 4/16: (ACT Day)

Thursday, 4/17: Comfort (PJ) Day

Friday, 4/18: No school - get some rest and do something that fills your bucket!

All week: coloring contest (pages in the media center)

*SENIOR ALL-NIGHT PARTY: Hey Seniors! It's time to sign up for the all-night party! Get ready for a night of fun with games, food, prizes, and more. Stop by the main office to grab your registration form. If you register early, you'll even enter a drawing for a gift card, so don't wait!

*WHAT DO YOU THINK? Do you have a unique perspective on something? The yearbook team would love to hear your "hot take"! Just click on the link below to share your thoughts with them! Hot Takes

*BECOME A PATHFINDER FOR 2025-2026! Sophomores and Juniors! Are you thinking about becoming a Pathfinder next year? If so, we’d love for you to check out the details at https://bit.ly/PFcanvas2526. We’re also hosting some optional info sessions where you can learn more about it. Join us on Monday, April 14th at 2:45 PM in C113 or Tuesday, April 15th at 7:30 AM in C112. Just a friendly reminder that the application is due on Friday, April 25th by 3:00 PM. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Mr. Meyering in C113 or Ms. Lauer in C112. We can't wait to see you there!

 *FIND YOUR STRENGTHS! If you are interested in gaining valuable insight into your strengths and weaknesses, exploring potential career paths, and making informed decisions about your future - whether in the military or civilian sector -  consider registering to take the ASVAB exam on Wednesday, April 23. Register using the link, the posted QR code, or see Ms. Wallerick in the Career/College Center.

*DON'T FORGET TO ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK!  Here is the link!

*SENIORS! Just a friendly reminder to fill out the COLLEGE DECISION FORM by April 25th. We can’t wait to see your choices!

April 10, 2025

*MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK IS NEXT WEEK:

Monday, 4/14: Gratitude Day (fill out green slips during period 1)

Tuesday, 4/15: Wear green (in support of mental health awareness)

Wednesday, 4/16: (ACT Day)

Thursday, 4/17: Comfort (PJ) Day

Friday, 4/18: No school - get some rest and do something that fills your bucket!

All week: coloring contest (pages in the media center)

NEW COLLEGE/CAREER VISITS AVAILABLE! Sign up on Naviance to attend a information meeting with a college/career representative:

  Hamline University - this Friday (4/11) at 10 AM

  US Air Force - Tuesday (4/15) at 10:30 AM

Winona State University - Wednesday (4/23) at 12:30 PM

*SENIOR ALL-NIGHT PARTY: Hey Seniors! It's time to sign up for the all-night party! Get ready for a night of fun with games, food, prizes, and more. Stop by the main office to grab your registration form. If you register early, you'll even enter a drawing for a gift card, so don't wait!

*WHAT DO YOU THINK? Do you have a unique perspective on something? The yearbook team would love to hear your "hot take"! Just click on the link below to share your thoughts with them! Hot Takes

*BECOME A PATHFINDER FOR 2025-2026! Sophomores and Juniors! Are you thinking about becoming a Pathfinder next year? If so, we’d love for you to check out the details at https://bit.ly/PFcanvas2526. We’re also hosting some optional info sessions where you can learn more about it. Join us on Monday, April 14th at 2:45 PM in C113 or Tuesday, April 15th at 7:30 AM in C112. Just a friendly reminder that the application is due on Friday, April 25th by 3:00 PM. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Mr. Meyering in C113 or Ms. Lauer in C112. We can't wait to see you there!

*FIND YOUR STRENGTHS! If you are interested in gaining valuable insight into your strengths and weaknesses, exploring potential career paths, and making informed decisions about your future - whether in the military or civilian sector -  consider registering to take the ASVAB exam on Wednesday, April 23. Use the QR code posted on the school monitors or see Ms. Wallerick in the Career/College Center.

*DON'T FORGET TO ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK!  Here is the link!

*SENIORS! Just a friendly reminder to fill out the COLLEGE DECISION FORM by April 25th. We can’t wait to see your choices!

*FLAG CORPS TRYOUTS:  Are you interested in showcasing your skills and joining a wonderful team? We invite you to audition for the Flag Corps!

📅 Dates: April 8 & April 10  

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM  

📍 Location: JHS Dance Studio  

👥 Who Can Try Out? All current 7th-11th graders  

We would love for you to take part in this exciting opportunity! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to dmerriman@isd271.org.

April 9, 2025

*SENIOR ALL-NIGHT PARTY: Hey Seniors! It's time to sign up for the all-night party! Get ready for a night of fun with games, food, prizes, and more. Stop by the main office to grab your registration form. If you register early, you'll even enter a drawing for a gift card, so don't wait!

*WHAT DO YOU THINK? Do you have a unique perspective on something? The yearbook team would love to hear your "hot take"! Just click on the link below to share your thoughts with them! Hot Takes

*BECOME A PATHFINDER FOR 2025-2026! Sophomores and Juniors! Are you thinking about becoming a Pathfinder next year? If so, we’d love for you to check out the details at https://bit.ly/PFcanvas2526. We’re also hosting some optional info sessions where you can learn more about it. Join us on Monday, April 14th at 2:45 PM in C113 or Tuesday, April 15th at 7:30 AM in C112. Just a friendly reminder that the application is due on Friday, April 25th by 3:00 PM. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Mr. Meyering in C113 or Ms. Lauer in C112. We can't wait to see you there!

 *FIND YOUR STRENGTHS! If you are interested in gaining valuable insight into your strengths and weaknesses, exploring potential career paths, and making informed decisions about your future - whether in the military or civilian sector -  consider registering to take the ASVAB exam on Wednesday, April 23. Use the QR code posted on the school monitors or see Ms. Wallerick in the Career/College Center.

*DON'T FORGET TO ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK!  Here is the link!

*SENIORS! Just a friendly reminder to fill out the COLLEGE DECISION FORM by April 25th. We can’t wait to see your choices!

*FLAG CORPS TRYOUTS:  Are you interested in showcasing your skills and joining a wonderful team? We invite you to audition for the Flag Corps!

📅 Dates: April 8 & April 10  

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM  

📍 Location: JHS Dance Studio  

👥 Who Can Try Out? All current 7th-11th graders  

We would love for you to take part in this exciting opportunity! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to dmerriman@isd271.org.

April 8, 2024

*FIND YOUR STRENGTHS! If you are interested in gaining valuable insight into your strengths and weaknesses, exploring potential career paths, and making informed decisions about your future - whether in the military or civilian sector -  consider registering to take the ASVAB exam on Wednesday, April 23. Use the QR code posted on the school monitors or see Ms. Wallerick in the Career/College Center.

*DON'T FORGET TO ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK!  Here is the link!

*SENIORS! Just a friendly reminder to fill out the COLLEGE DECISION FORM by April 25th. We can’t wait to see your choices!

*FLAG CORPS TRYOUTS:  Are you interested in showcasing your skills and joining a wonderful team? We invite you to audition for the Flag Corps!

📅 Dates: April 8 & April 10  

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM  

📍 Location: JHS Dance Studio  

👥 Who Can Try Out? All current 7th-11th graders  

We would love for you to take part in this exciting opportunity! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to dmerriman@isd271.org.

*BILINGUAL SEAL TEST:  Students interested in the Bilingual Seal Test this Spring should fill out the Interest Form and come to a meeting April 9th during Academic Seminar in the College and Career Center.  Email dstack@isd271.org with any questions.

*HOMEWORK HELP REMINDER! Students, please remember - you've got some awesome staff to help you with any homework or study help after school on Tuesday and Thursday THIS WEEK. We look forward to seeing you there!