November 29th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ACTIVITIES:

It's not too late to join in the Latin/World History trip to Italy! Deadline for enrollment is December 15th. Go online and sign up at worldstrides.com/enroll.  See Mr. or Ms. Johnson if you have any questions.

ATHLETICS:

There will be a Girls Lacrosse Informational meeting on Monday, Dec. 4th at 7:30pm in the Cafeteria.

CAREER CENTER:

Representatives from the following universities will be visiting Jefferson next week:

  Monday at 10am - the University of Nebraska, Lincoln

  Friday at 9am - the University of Wisconsin, River Falls

See Mrs. Wallerick in the Career Center if you have any questions.

MISC:

Snacks and beverages will be available during passing times today at the Snack Attack, the JagWearHouse, and TJ Coffeehouse. The Coffeehouse purchases can be made during the 2nd passing time in Flag Hall. Snack Attack and JagWearHouse will be open during both passing times.

BCCA students: Just a reminder that the bus will be picking you up right after 4th period today. Please report to the Main Door by 10:45am.

Students who plan on riding a bus home today: Lunch period ends at 12:45 today and buses will depart from Jefferson at 12:50. Please be prompt!

November 28th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ACTIVITIES:

Attention seniors: Your senior photos are due by this Friday. Go to the Jefferson yearbook activity page for the link to submit your photo. Email or see Mrs. Pagel in room C4 if you have any questions.

MISC:

JagWearHouse, the new school store, will be open during passing times today and tomorrow and will offer a variety of healthy snacks and beverages including granola bars, beef sticks, juice, and water. You can find the JagWearHouse in room B109, the old yearbook room, located at the East end of Flex Hall.

BCCA students: Just a reminder that the bus will be picking you up right after 3rd period today. Please report to the Main Door by 10:45am.

Students who plan on riding a bus home today: Lunch period ends at 12:45 today and buses will depart from Jefferson at 12:50. Please be prompt!

November 27th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ACTIVITIES:

Pathfinders will be hosting Cocoa and Cram after school today from 2:45 to 3:30 in the Cafeteria. Tutors will be available in all subjects and cocoa is free for freshmen who are there studying. Hope to see you after school!

Attention seniors: Your senior photos are due by this Friday. Go to the Jefferson yearbook activity page for the link to submit your photo. Email or see Mrs. Pagel in C4 if you have any questions.

November 21th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ATHLETICS:

The Blue-White hockey game is at Bloomington Ice Gardens tomorrow night at 6:45pm. Come and watch the Jaguars as they open their season!

MISC:

Jefferson After-Hours will be closed today.

November 20th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

CAREER CENTER:

Representatives from the following colleges/universities will be visiting Jefferson this week and next week:

Today at 9:00am - Vermilion College

Next Monday, Nov. 27th at 9:00am - University of MN, Crookston

See Mrs. Wallerick in the Career Center if you have any questions.

November 17th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ATHLETICS:

All baseball players: your cookie dough turn-in day will be Monday, November 27th at 7:15am in the Activity Center. If you have not picked up your forms, please see Coach Gess in the Phy. Ed. office today.

MISC:

Tri 2 parking permit applications are now available in the Main Office and online. Be sure to get your permit prior to the start of Tri 2. Submit your application by November 29.

November 16th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ACTIVITIES:

Are you interested in competitive science and engineering in a fun and social atmosphere? Join Science Olympiad! The Jefferson Science Olympiad team begins meeting today after school, in room C127. Everyone is welcome!

MISC:

Tri 2 parking permit applications are now available in the Main Office and online. Be sure to get your permit prior to the start of Tri 2. Submit your application by November 29.

November 15th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ACTIVITIES:

Are you interested in competitive science and engineering in a fun and social atmosphere? Join Science Olympiad! The Jefferson Science Olympiad team begins meeting this week, Thursday after school, in room C127 (that Mr. Leverenz's room). Everyone is welcome!

MISC:

Tri 2 parking permit applications are now available in the main office and online. Be sure to get your permit prior to the start of Tri 2. Submit your application by November 29.

November 10th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ATHLETICS:

Congratulations to our South Suburban Jets who are heading for the state tournament on Friday, Nov.17 and Saturday, Nov.18 at Stillwater Area High School.  Come on out and show your support!

MISC:

Congratulations to Amelia Miller, who placed as 3rd alternate, and Bella Phan who placed 1st at the Congressional Debate National Qualifier on Wednesday.  That earns Bella a trip to the Congressional Debate National Tournament in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida this June!

November 9th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ACTIVITIES:

To all students: The Honors Diploma Program is designed for students who wish to participate in a comprehensive, 4-year advanced academic program resulting in honors graduation. Coursework is available in all grade levels, offering a wide variety of topics and subject matter. If you’re interested in finding out more about the Honors Diploma Program, please attend an informational meeting in the Auditorium on November 15th during the 2nd half of Advisory.

ATHLETICS:

Congratulations to our South Suburban Jets who are heading for the state tournament on Friday, Nov.17 and Saturday, Nov.18 at Stillwater Area High School.  Come on out and show your support!

MISC:

Congratulations to Amelia Miller, who placed as 3rd alternate, and Bella Phan ("Fahn") who placed 1st at the Congressional Debate National Qualifier on Wednesday.  That earns Bella a trip to the Congressional Debate National Tournament in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida this June!

November 8th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

MISC:

This Friday is the next TJ Coffeehouse of the school year.  All of your favorite items as well as a new item, Peppermint Mocha,  will be on sale beginning at 8:15 in the Cafeteria. To make transactions as convenient as possible, bring one-dollar bills for your purchase. Also, please keep in mind that there is one entrance and one exit for the TJ Coffeehouse. Enter on the far side of the Cafeteria near the gymnasium and exit near the salad bar location. Thanks in advance for your cooperation with this matter.

To all students: The Honors Diploma Program is designed for students who wish to participate in a comprehensive, 4-year advanced academic program resulting in honors graduation. Coursework is available in all grade levels, offering a wide variety of topics and subject matter. If you’re interested in finding out more about the Honors Diploma Program, please attend an informational meeting in the Auditorium on November 15th during the 2nd half of Advisory.

November 7th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ATHLETICS:

There will be an important baseball meeting for all 9-12 graders that plan to try out for baseball this coming Spring.  The meeting will be held tomorrow morning at 7:15am in the Jefferson Activity Center.

MISC:

Cast your ballot in the JHS Mock Election using the link sent to your ISD271 email. All voters are put into a drawing for seven gift cards.  Winners will be chosen at random.

November 6th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ATHLETICS:

Today is your last opportunity to turn in equipment for the fall athletic season before your name will be added to the obligation list.  Please bring all locks and equipment to the boys locker room by 2:45 this afternoon.

Additionally, all fall athletic lockers must be cleaned out by 2:45 pm this Wednesday.  If you have any questions, please see Mr. Walton in C-06.

There will be an important baseball meeting for all 9-12 graders that plan to try out for baseball this coming spring.  The meeting will be this Wednesday at 7:15am in the Jefferson Activity Center.

CAREER CENTER:

Representatives from the following colleges/universities will be visiting the Career Center this week:

Monday - St. Olaf

Tuesday - South Dakota

Friday - Illinois Wesleyan

Please see the TV Monitors or visit the Career Center for more information.

MISC:

Cast your ballot in the JHS Mock Election using the link sent to your ISD271 email. All voters are put into a drawing for seven gift cards.  Winners will be chosen at random.

November 3rd DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ATHLETICS:

Nordic Ski Team captain's practices start Monday, Nov. 6th at 3:30pm. Meet in the Activity Center dressed for outdoor activity.

Monday, Nov. 6th at 2:45 is your last opportunity to turn in equipment for the fall athletic season before your name will be added to the obligation list.  Please bring all locks and equipment to the boys locker room at this time.

Additionally, all fall athletic lockers must be cleaned out by 2:45 pm on Wednesday, Nov. 8th.  If you have any questions, please see Mr. Walton in C-06.

MISC:

Need a part-time job for the holidays? Need help with interviewing skills? Stop in the Career Center today between 11:00am and 12:30pm to meet with hiring managers.

November 2nd DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

MISC:

Stop by the Hurricane Relief table in the lunchroom today between 11-12:30. Purchase hot chocolate, rice crispy treats, and water for $0.50 each. All money will be donated to help our friends in Puerto Rico.

A representative from National Recognition Products will be in the lunchroom today from 11-12:30 and will be accepting class ring orders from all grades and graduation orders from seniors.

November 1st DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ACTIVITIES:

There will be no clubs or meetings today during Advisory.

MISC:

To all students: The Honors Diploma Program is designed for students who wish to participate in a comprehensive, 4-year advanced academic program resulting in honors graduation. Coursework is available in all grade levels, offering a wide variety of topics and subject matter. If you’re interested in finding out more about the Honors Diploma Program, please attend an informational meeting in the Auditorium on November 15th during the 2nd half of Advisory.

The Hurricane Relief table  will be back in the lunchroom tomorrow from 11-12:30.  Come and purchase hot chocolate, rice crispy treats, and water for $0.50 each. All money will be donated to help our friends in Puerto Rico.