November 25, 2025

*TODAY: FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE (periods 2,4,6) with a 12:15 PM dismissal. Lunch will be available from 12:15-12:40 PM. Buses will leave Jefferson at 12:45 PM.

*TRIMESTER 2 PARKING PERMITS: Your current permits will expire after final exams, so be sure to register online for your new Trimester 2 permit right away. Students are expected to have the new permit displayed beginning December 1st, the first day of trimester 2.

*JOIN ROBOTICS: INFORMATION NIGHT! Ready to build, code, and compete? The Bloomington Robotics team is recruiting new members and wants you! Join them for Information Night on Monday, December 1st at 6:00 PM in JHS Room A104. Check out Team Bjorg on Instagram @teambjorg or at www.team2470.org.

*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.

   City Assessor - Thursday, December 4th during ASEM

*SENIOR PICTURES! Upload your SENIOR PIC for the 25-26 yearbook! Info form here!

November 24, 2025

*TODAY: FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE (periods 1,3,5) with a 12:15 PM dismissal. Lunch will be available from 12:15-12:40 PM. Buses will leave Jefferson at 12:45 PM.

*TRIMESTER 2 PARKING PERMITS: Your current permits will expire after final exams, be sure to register online for your new Trimester 2 permit right away. Students are expected to have the new permit displayed beginning December 1st, the first day of trimester 2.

*JOIN ROBOTICS: INFORMATION NIGHT! Ready to build, code, and compete? The Bloomington Robotics team is recruiting new members and wants you! Join them for Information Night on Monday, December 1st at 6:00 PM in JHS Room A104. Check out Team Bjorg on Instagram @teambjorg or at www.team2470.org.

*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.

   City Assessor - Thursday, December 4th during ASEM

November 21, 2025

*FINAL EXAMS ON MONDAY AND TUESDAY (November 24-25) Students will be dismissed both days at 12:15 PM with an optional lunch from 12:15-12:40. Buses will depart from JHS at 12:45 PM.

TRIMESTER 2 PARKING PERMITS: Your current permits will expire after final exams, be sure to register online for your new Trimester 2 permit right away. Students are expected to have the new permit displayed beginning December 1st, the first day of trimester 2.

*JOIN ROBOTICS: INFORMATION NIGHT! Ready to build, code, and compete? The Bloomington Robotics team is recruiting new members and wants you! Join them for Information Night on Monday, December 1st at 6:00 PM in JHS Room A104. Check out Team Bjorg on Instagram @teambjorg or at www.team2470.org.

*TOY DRIVE:  Jefferson DECA is collecting new, unwrapped toys now through Friday 11/21. All donations should be dropped off in the Flag Hall toy box.

*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.

   City Assessor - Thursday, December 4th during ASEM

November 20, 2025

*COCOA AND CRAM TODAY:  Freshmen! Are you wanting some help preparing for your Trimester 1 final exams? Pathfinders are hosting a Cocoa and Cram session for 9th graders in the Cafeteria from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. today. Pathfinders will be available to help and will be offering free cocoa for participants.

*TJ COFFEEHOUSE IS BACK!
When: Friday, November 21 from 8:15-10:00 AM
Where: In the Cafeteria
Featured Drink: Pumpkin Spice
**Cash Only, we do not accept cards**
PRICE LIST
We will also be offering a “Mini-Coffeehouse” on Monday and Tuesday between final exams. Don’t miss out!

*TOY DRIVE:  Jefferson DECA is collecting new, unwrapped toys now through Friday 11/21. All donations should be dropped off in the Flag Hall toy box.

*TRIMESTER 2 PARKING PERMITS ARE NOW AVAILABLE.  Be sure to register online before picking up your permit in the main office. Students are expected to have the new permit displayed beginning December 1st, the first day of trimester 2.

November 19, 2025

*COCOA AND CRAM:  Freshmen! Are you wanting some help preparing for your Trimester 1 final exams? Pathfinders are hosting a Cocoa and Cram session for 9th graders in the Cafeteria from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20. Pathfinders will be available to help and will be offering free cocoa for participants.

*SENIOR JERSEYS:  Senior jerseys are ready for pickup! Students who placed an order can collect the jersey from the main office at their earliest convenience.

*TOY DRIVE: Jefferson DECA is collecting new, unwrapped toys now through Friday 11/21. All donations should be dropped off in the Flag Hall toy box.

*TRIMESTER 2 PARKING PERMITS ARE NOW AVAILABLE.  Be sure to register online before picking up your permit in the main office. Students are expected to have the new permit displayed beginning December 1st, the first day of trimester 2.

*ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK!  Yearbooks are currently the cheapest they will be all year! Prices will go up after November 21st. Order yours this trimester at jeffersonyearbook.com for the best deal!

November 18, 2025

*COCOA AND CRAM:  Freshmen! Are you wanting some help preparing for your Trimester 1 final exams? Pathfinders are hosting a Cocoa and Cram session for 9th graders in the Cafeteria from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20. Pathfinders will be available to help and will be offering free cocoa for participants. 

*SENIOR JERSEYS:  Senior jerseys are ready for pickup! Students who placed an order can collect the jersey from the main office at their earliest convenience.

*TOY DRIVE: Jefferson DECA is collecting new, unwrapped toys now through Friday 11/21. All donations should be dropped off in the Flag Hall toy box.

*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.

   Luther College - Thursday, November 20

   Savannah College of Art and Design - Monday, December 1

*TRIMESTER 2 PARKING PERMITS ARE NOW AVAILABLE.  Be sure to register online before picking up your permit in the main office. Students are expected to have the new permit displayed beginning December 1st, the first day of trimester 2.

*ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK!  Yearbooks are currently the cheapest they will be all year! Prices will go up after November 21st. Order yours this trimester at jeffersonyearbook.com for the best deal!

November 17, 2025

*JOIN THE SPEECH TEAM: The speech team is looking for new recruits! They are looking for actors, comedians, writers, intellectuals, and just students who like to talk! Come to the informational meeting on Monday, 11/17 at 2:45 PM in B104. See Mr. Sieling in B104 for more information.

*TOY DRIVE: Jefferson DECA is collecting new, unwrapped toys now through Friday 11/21. All donations should be dropped off in the Flag Hall toy box.

*NALOXONE TRAINING AVAILABLE:  BPS Pond Clinic is hosting Fairview for Naloxone training for any interested high school students. The training is on 12/15/25 from 6pm - 7:30pm. If interested, please email the clinic at clinicpond@gmail.com.

*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 Minnesota, Rochester - Monday, November 17
   Savannah College of Art and Design - Monday, December 1

*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.
   Careers in Education - Thursday, November 20 during ASEM

*TRIMESTER 2 PARKING PERMITS ARE NOW AVAILABLE.  Be sure to register online before picking up your permit in the main office. Students are expected to have the new permit displayed beginning December 1st, the first day of trimester 2.

November 14, 2025

*JOIN THE SPEECH TEAM: The speech team is looking for new recruits! They are looking for actors, comedians, writers, intellectuals, and just students who like to talk! Come to the informational meeting on Monday, 11/17 at 2:45 PM in B104. See Mr. Sieling in B104 for more information.

*TOY DRIVE: Jefferson DECA is collecting new, unwrapped toys now through Friday 11/21. All donations should be dropped off in the Flag Hall toy box.

*NALOXONE TRAINING AVAILABLE:  BPS Pond Clinic is hosting Fairview for Naloxone training for any interested high school students. The training is on 12/15/25 from 6pm - 7:30pm. If interested, please email the clinic at clinicpond@gmail.com.

*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 Minnesota, Rochester - Monday, November 17
   Savannah College of Art and Design - Monday, December 1

*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.
   Careers in Education - Thursday, November 20 during ASEM

*TRIMESTER 2 PARKING PERMITS ARE NOW AVAILABLE.  Be sure to register online before picking up your permit in the main office. Students are expected to have the new permit displayed beginning December 1st, the first day of trimester 2.

November 13, 2025

*NALOXONE TRAINING AVAILABLE: BPS Pond Clinic is hosting Fairview for Naloxone training for any interested high school students. The training is on 12/15/25 from 6pm - 7:30pm. If interested, please email the clinic at clinicpond@gmail.com.

*AP EXAM REGISTRATIONS AND PAYMENTS are due by Friday, November 14th. Payments can be dropped off in C104. See Mr. Lang with any questions.

*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.

   Hamline University - Thursday, November 13

   University of Wisconsin, River Falls - Friday, November 14

   University of Minnesota, Rochester - Monday, November 17

   Savannah College of Art and Design - Monday, December 1

*TRIMESTER 2 PARKING PERMITS ARE NOW AVAILABLE.  Be sure to register online before picking up your permit in the main office. Students are expected to have the new permit displayed beginning December 1st, the first day of trimester 2.

November 12, 2025

*SENIOR MEETING TODAY:  A mandatory Senior Meeting will take place today during Advisory. It will cover essential graduation details and you will fill out your cap and gown order forms.

*AP EXAM REGISTRATIONS AND PAYMENTS are due by Friday, November 14th. Payments can be dropped off in C104. See Mr. Lang with any questions.

*JHS DROP IN will be open Monday and Wednesday this week, but to help support you with finals, we will be open 4 days next week - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday!

*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.
   Hamline University - Thursday, November 13
University of Wisconsin, River Falls - Thursday, November 13
   University of Minnesota, Rochester - Monday, November 17
   Savannah College of Art and Design - Monday, December 1

*TRIMESTER 2 PARKING PERMITS ARE NOW AVAILABLE.  Be sure to register online before picking up your permit in the main office. Students are expected to have the new permit displayed beginning December 1st, the first day of trimester 2.