May 31st DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Make sure to stop by Flag Hall to check out the Lost and Found tables. Search for missing clothing items, water bottles, and lunch bags. If you’re missing jewelry, sporting goods, electronics, eye glasses, and other various smaller items, please check in the main office. All unclaimed items will be donated at the end of the school year.

May 30th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Seniors: a reminder that graduation rehearsal will be this Thursday, May 31 from 3 - 5 PM in the cafeteria. Rehearsal is mandatory if you plan to walk in the graduation ceremony on June 4. Please see Ms. Jarvis with any questions.

*The last day of Jefferson After Hours for this school year is Wednesday, May 30. Please plan accordingly.

*Seniors, today is the last day to pick up your medications from the nurses office. Please be sure to stop by the Health Office before 3pm today.

May 29th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Seniors: a reminder that graduation rehearsal will be this Thursday, May 31 from 3 - 5 PM in the cafeteria. Rehearsal is mandatory if you plan to walk in the graduation ceremony on June 4. Please see Ms. Jarvis with any questions.

*The last day of Jefferson After Hours for this school year is Wednesday, May 30. Please plan accordingly.

*Attention Jag Pride Award Recipients: Please come with your guest to the auditorium at 7:15am tomorrow morning to receive your award and enjoy treats. All teachers and staff encouraged to attend!

May 22nd DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*There has been a change in the audition dates for the fall play, The Mousetrap. Auditions will be held at 3pm on Tuesday, May 29th and Wednesday, May 30th with callbacks on May 31st.

*ATTENTION 9TH GRADERS WHO HAVE NOT SCHEDULED THEIR MAP MATH MAKE UP TEST. Check your Jefferson email account for information about how to schedule your test. Please schedule your test before Thursday, May 24th.

*All books, book fines and Chromebook fees are due by this Friday, May 25th in the Media Center. Obligations may be viewed in Infinite Campus under Fees.  Any student with a book out after May 25th will be assessed a $5 late fee.  Please see the Media Center staff if you have questions.

*Just a reminder that tonight is Award Night. If you have been notified that you are receiving an academic letter or academic decile award, please pick up your name reader card from the table outside of the counseling office before 6:55 PM this evening.

*Seniors, there is still time to register for the Senior Party! The cost of registration is now $85.Forms are available in the Main Office or online.

May 21st DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*The fall play has been chosen! Jefferson Theater Company will be performing “The Mousetrap” a mystery written by Agatha Christie. Auditions will be held on Tuesday, May 29th starting at 3:00 p.m. with callbacks the following day. Make sure to download your audition forms! If you have any questions contact a JTC theatre captain.

*ATTENTION 9TH GRADERS WHO HAVE NOT SCHEDULED THEIR MAP READING MAKE UP TEST. Check your Jefferson email account for information about how to schedule your test. Please schedule your test before tomorrow, Tuesday, May 22nd.

*Seniors, all equipment is due Wednesday, May 30th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during 6th period after final exams.  If you do not have a 6th period class please return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Students in Grades 9-11:  All equipment is due Thursday, June 7th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during a special advisory after final exams. We are not collecting cases this year.  If you will not be here, you should return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Jefferson After Hours is closed today, Monday, May 21. We apologize for any inconvenience. Normal hours resume tomorrow.

*Seniors, there is still time to register for the Senior Party! The cost of registration is now $85.Forms are available in the Main Office or online.

May 18th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Prom tickets are on sale in the Main Office until 3:15pm today. Bring a check made out to ISD271 and don’t forget to have your obligations cleared before you come to buy your tickets.

*Do you have any interest in racing sailboats?  The new Jefferson Sailing Team will be holding an open house on Saturday, May 26th from 1-3pm at the Minneapolis Sailing Center. No experience is necessary and boats will be provided.

*Seniors, all equipment is due Wednesday, May 30th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during 6th period after final exams.  If you do not have a 6th period class please return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Students in Grades 9-11:  All equipment is due Thursday, June 7th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during a special advisory after final exams. We are not collecting cases this year.  If you will not be here, you should return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Seniors, don’t forget to register for the Senior Party! Early registration rate ends on Friday, May 18th.  Forms are available in the Main Office or online.

May 17th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Prom tickets are on sale in the Main Office until 3:15pm today. Bring a check made out to ISD271 and don’t forget to have your obligations cleared before you come to buy your tickets.

*Do you have any interest in racing sailboats?  The new Jefferson Sailing Team will be holding an open house on Saturday, May 26th from 1-3pm at the Minneapolis Sailing Center. No experience is necessary and boats will be provided.

*Seniors, all equipment is due Wednesday, May 30th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during 6th period after final exams.  If you do not have a 6th period class please return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Students in Grades 9-11:  All equipment is due Thursday, June 7th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during a special advisory after final exams. We are not collecting cases this year.  If you will not be here, you should return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Seniors, don’t forget to register for the Senior Party! Early registration rate ends on Friday, May 18th.  Forms are available in the Main Office or online.

May 16th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Prom tickets are on sale in the Main Office until 3:30pm on Thursday, May 17th. Tickets should be paid for with a check made out to ISD271. Don’t forget to have your obligations cleared before buying your tickets!

*Do you have any interest in racing sailboats?  The new Jefferson Sailing Team will be holding an open house on Saturday, May 26th from 1-3pm at the Minneapolis Sailing Center. No experience is necessary and boats will be provided.

*Can you spot Fake News? Check out the news stories on the Flex Space slides and decide which are fake and which are real. Enter your answers in the Media Center. Five lucky winners will be drawn from those with all answers correct. Prizes will be awarded on May 25.

*Seniors, all equipment is due Wednesday, May 30th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during 6th period after final exams.  If you do not have a 6th period class please return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Students in Grades 9-11:  All equipment is due Thursday, June 7th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during a special advisory after final exams. We are not collecting cases this year.  If you will not be here, you should return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Due to AP testing, there will be no bells today or for the rest of the week. Please watch your clocks carefully and make sure to arrive to your classes on time!

*Seniors, don’t forget to register for the Senior Party! Early registration rate ends on Friday, May 18th.  Forms are available in the Main Office or online.

May 15th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Attention 9th graders: On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week you will be taking the MAP Math exam in Physical Science class. Please be sure to arrive to class with your fully charged Chromebook! Please see Ms. Jarvis with any testing questions.

*Prom tickets are on sale in the Main Office until 3:30pm this Thursday. Tickets should be paid for with a check made out to ISD271. Don’t forget to have your obligations cleared before buying your tickets.

*A representative from National American University will be visiting the Career Center today at 10am. If you’re interested in learning more, please sign up online or see Mrs. Wallerick in the Career Center.

*Can you spot Fake News? Check out the news stories on the Flex Space slides and decide which are fake and which are real. Enter your answers in the Media Center. Five lucky winners will be drawn from those with all answers correct. Prizes awarded May 25.

*Seniors, all equipment is due Wednesday, May 30th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during 6th period after final exams.  If you do not have a 6th period class please return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Students in Grades 9-11:  All equipment is due Thursday, June 7th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during a special advisory after final exams. We are not collecting cases this year.  If you will not be here, you should return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Due to AP testing, there will be no bells today or for the rest of the week. Please watch your clocks carefully and make sure to arrive to your classes on time!

*Seniors: Remember to register for the All-Night Party early for a chance to win a gift card. Register before May 18th to avoid a $10 fee increase. Forms can be picked up in the Main Office.

May 14th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Attention 9th graders: On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week you will be taking the MAP Math exam in Physical Science class. Please be sure to arrive to class with your fully charged Chromebook! Please see Ms. Jarvis with any testing questions.

*A representative from National American University will be visiting the Career Center tomorrow at 10am. If you’re interested in learning more, please sign up online or see Mrs. Wallerick in the Career Center.

*Can you spot Fake News? Check out the news stories on the Flex Space slides and decide which are fake and which are real. Enter your answers in the Media Center. Five lucky winners will be drawn from those with all answers correct. Prizes awarded May 25.

*Seniors, all equipment is due Wednesday, May 30th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during 6th period after final exams.  If a senior does not have a 6th period class they should return their equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after their last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Due to AP testing, there will be no bells today or for the rest of the week. Please watch your clocks carefully and make sure to arrive to your classes on time!

May 11th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

* Student Council Elections are coming soon!

Co-President campaigning runs through May 16. Voting will occur on the May 16th.

Campaigning for Representatives begins today and goes through May 23rd.  Voting will occur on May 23.

Any questions? Stop in the counseling office and see Mrs. Sheff.

*Attention Seniors: All equipment is due Wednesday, May 30th. Chromebooks and chargers will be assessed and collected during 6th period after final exams.  If you do not have a 6th period class you should return your equipment to the Media Center before leaving the building after your last class of the term. If equipment is missing or damaged, fines will be assessed. Missing devices will be disabled.

*Seniors: Remember to register for the All-Night Party early for a chance to win a gift card. Register before May 18th to avoid a $10 fee increase. Forms can be picked up in the Main Office.

May 10th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

* Head to the cafeteria this Friday for the last TJ Coffeehouse of the year. Enjoy all of your favorite treats and beverages beginning at 8:15am.

*Prom tickets are now available in the Main Office before and after school. Tickets are $40 each and must be paid for with a check made out to ISD271. Pick up guest forms in the Counseling Office if you plan to bring a guest from another school. Don’t wait until the last minute! All obligations must be cleared before you will be allowed to purchase your tickets. Avoid the long lines by buying as soon as possible!

* Student Council Elections are coming soon!

Co-President campaigning runs through May 16. Voting will occur on the May 16th.

Campaigning for Representatives begins May 14th and goes through May 23rd.  Voting will occur on May 23.

Any questions? Stop in the counseling office and see Mrs. Sheff.

*Seniors, all of your PGP activities are due on or before Monday, May 14th. Be sure to log into Naviance if you need to request your final transcripts for college.

*Due to AP testing, there will be no bells today or for the rest of the week. Please watch the clocks and make sure to arrive to your classes on time!

*Seniors: Remember to register for the All-Night Party early for a chance to win a gift card. Register before May 18th to avoid a $10 fee increase. Forms can be picked up in the Main Office.

May 9th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Are interested in traveling to Peru and seeing Machu Picchu? If so, please attend a meeting in Mr. Takalo’s room, C12, during the second half of advisory today.

* Head to the cafeteria this Friday for the last TJ Coffeehouse of the year. Enjoy all of your favorite treats and beverages beginning at 8:15am.

*Prom tickets are now available in the Main Office before and after school. Tickets are $40 each and must be paid for with a check made out to ISD271. Pick up guest forms in the Counseling Office if you plan to bring a guest from another school. Don’t wait until the last minute! All obligations must be cleared before you will be allowed to purchase your tickets. Avoid the long lines by buying as soon as possible!

*For any girls interested in playing tennis in the fall, there will be an informational meeting this today in room C108 during the second half of advisory.

Congratulations to Macya Boyd for tying the 100 Meter Hurdle record at last night’s track meet with a time of 15.10!

*Seniors, all of your PGP activities are due on or before Monday, May 14th. Be sure to log into Naviance if you need to request your final transcripts for college.

*Due to AP testing, there will be no bells today or for the rest of the week. Please watch your clocks carefully and make sure to arrive to your classes on time!

*Seniors: Remember to register for the All-Night Party early for a chance to win a gift card. Register before May 18th to avoid a $10 fee increase. Forms can be picked up in the Main Office.

May 8th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Are interested in traveling to Peru and seeing Machu Picchu? If so, please attend a meeting in Mr. Takalo’s room, C12, during the second half of Advisory tomorrow.

* Head to the cafeteria this Friday for the last TJ Coffeehouse of the year. Enjoy all of your favorite treats and beverages beginning at 8:15am.

*For any girls interested in playing tennis in the fall, there will be an informational meeting tomorrow in room C108 during the second half of Advisory.

*Seniors, all of your PGP activities are due on or before Monday, May 14th. Be sure to log into Naviance if you need to request your final transcripts for college.

*Due to AP testing, there will be no bells today or for the rest of the week. Please watch your clocks carefully and make sure to arrive to your classes on time!

May 7th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Are interested in traveling to Peru and seeing Machu Picchu? If so, please attend a meeting in Mr. Takalo’s room, C12, during the second half of advisory on Wednesday.

*For any girls interested in playing tennis in the fall, there will be an informational meeting this Wednesday, May 9, in room C108 during the second half of Advisory.

*The Twin Cities Teen Lit Con will be held from 10AM-4PM this Saturday, May 12th, at Chaska High School. There will be 11 amazing authors, breakout sessions, & an Exhibit Hall with book arts, book signings, & much more. Connect with your favorite authors, attend workshops for writers and explore other aspects of being a part of a reading community. The event is free and open to the public. No registration is required. For more information, please see Mrs. Dorn in the Media Center.

*Seniors: Remember to register for the All-Night Party early for a chance to win a gift card. Register before May 18th to avoid a $10 fee increase. Forms can be picked up in the Main Office.

*Due to AP testing, there will be no bells today or for the next two weeks. Watch your clocks carefully and make sure to arrive to your classes on time!

May 4th DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*To all outdoor enthusiasts, Operation Adventure sign ups close today. This is your last chance to sign up for OA '18. See Mr. Leverenz in C127.

*Attention Seniors! A reminder that your graduation fee is due to the Main Office today, May 4, by 3PM. Check your school email for the printable form and make checks out to ISD271.  See Ms. Duffy or Ms. Jarvis for more details.

May 3rd DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*To all outdoor enthusiasts, Operation Adventure sign ups close today. This is your last chance to sign up for OA '18. See Mr. Leverenz in C127.

*Attention Seniors! A reminder that your graduation fee is due to the Main Office today, May 4, by 3PM. Check your school email for the printable form and make checks out to ISD271.  See Ms. Duffy or Ms. Jarvis for more details.

May 2nd DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*The Student Council Co-President election forms are available in the counseling office.  Please stop by and pick them up from Mrs. Sheff if you are interested. Campaigning can start Monday, May 7th  if all paperwork is turned in. Nominations close on May 9th at 3:30. Elections will be on May 16th.

*All peace run/walkers need to come to the auditorium at 10 AM to receive directions for Friday.  

*Attention Seniors! A reminder that your graduation fee is due to the Main Office this Friday, May 4, by 3PM. Please check your school email or see Ms. Duffy or Ms. Jarvis for more details.

*Art Students from Tri 1 and Tri 2, please pick up your artwork by the end of this week.

*Attention Seniors:  All books, fines and Chromebook fees are due in the Media Center by Wednesday, May 9th. If you need to keep a library book longer because you’re using it for a class, you must clear it with a Media Center staff member. Seniors must take care of all obligations to receive their cap, gown, and graduation tickets on May 14th.

*Attention Students in Grades 9-11:  Books, fines and Chromebook fees are due in the Media Center by Friday, May 25th.  The last day to checkout books in the Media Center for students in grades 9-11 is Friday, May 18th.

*Please make sure to return materials and pay fines and fees on time.  Any student with a book out after May 25th will be assessed a $5 late fee.  Obligations may be viewed in Infinite Campus under Fees.  

*Don’t forget that this week is Spirit Week!

Thursday, represent your ancestors

Friday, represent yourself

*The Senior All-Night Party for the Class of 2018 is just around the corner. Register early for a chance to win a gift card. Be sure to register before May 18th to avoid a $10 fee increase. Forms can be picked up in the Main Office.

May 1st DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS:

*Attention 10th graders: On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week you will be taking the MCA Science exam in Biology class. Please be sure to arrive to class with your fully charged Chromebook! Please see Ms. Jarvis with any testing questions.

*The Student Council Co-President election forms are available in the counseling office.  Please stop by and pick them up from Mrs. Sheff if you are interested. Campaigning can start Monday, May 7th,  if all paperwork is turned in. Nominations close on May 9th at 3:30pm. Elections will be held on May 16th.

*Art Students from Tri 1 and Tri 2, please pick up your artwork by the end of this week.

*Attention Seniors:  All books, fines, and Chromebook fees are due in the Media Center by Wednesday, May 9th. If you need to keep a library book longer because you’re using it for a class, you must clear it with a Media Center staff member. Seniors must take care of all obligations to receive their cap, gown, and graduation tickets on May 14th.

*Attention Students in Grades 9-11:  Books, fines and Chromebook fees are due in the Media Center by Friday, May 25th.  The last day to checkout books in the Media Center for students in grades 9-11 is Friday, May 18th.

Please make sure to return materials and pay fines and fees on time.  Any student with a book out after May 25th will be assessed a $5 late fee.  Obligations may be viewed in Infinite Campus under Fees.  

*Don’t forget that this week is Spirit Week!

Tomorrow, represent your class:

Freshman = red

Sophomores = pink

Juniors = black

Seniors = white

Staff = blue and white

Thursday, represent your ancestors.

Friday, represent yourself.