DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 20, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Any baseball player who did not pick up their beef stick order or was missing part of their order needs to pick up their beef sticks after school today at 2:37 PM.

MISC:

*Come to the Jefferson Show Choirs Dessert and a Show on January 11th from 5PM - 8PM. There will be multiple raffles, a silent auction, delicious desserts, and outstanding performances by the Jive and Connection choirs.  Order tickets at Jefferson.Showchoir@gmail.com.

*Enjoy your Winter Break! We look forward to seeing you back at school on Monday, January 6th.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 19, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Baseball players! Make sure you pick up your beef sticks in the cafeteria at 2:15pm today.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 18, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*The following activities will be taking place during the 2nd half of Advisory today:

   Girls Track and Field Meeting - C19

   Boys Track and Field Meeting - C127

   Boys Volleyball Meeting - B104

   Girls LAX Meeting - Career Center

   Anime Club - Back of Auditorium

   Asian-American Student Union - C21

   French Club - C13

   Earth Corps - C26

   Student Equity Group - Staff Lounge

   TOPPLE - Flex Hall

MISC:

*Love Your Melon hats will not be for sale at lunch the rest of the week, but you can still purchase them from Mr. Carlson in C27 through Friday.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 17, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Attention students interested in Track and Field! There will be Boys and Girls Track and Field meetings this Wednesday, December 18th during the 2nd half of Advisory. Anyone interested in being in Track and Field should plan to attend. The meeting for the boys will be in Coach Leverenz’s room, C127 and the meeting for the girls will be in Coach Faulk’s room, C19.

*There will be a Boys Volleyball meeting this Wednesday during the 2nd half of Advisory in room B104. If you have any questions or would like more information, please see Mr. Sieling.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*An Iowa State University representative, along with a current ISU student, will be in the Media Center this Friday to share information about the university. Sign up online if you’d like to attend.

MISC:

*Love Your Melon hats will not be for sale at lunch the rest of the week, but you can still purchase them from Mr. Carlson in C27 through Friday.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 16, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Attention students interested in Track and Field! There will be Boys and Girls Track and Field meetings this Wednesday, December 18th during the 2nd half of Advisory. Anyone interested in being in Track and Field should plan to attend. The meeting for the boys will be in Coach Leverenz’s room, C127 and the meeting for the girls will be in Coach Faulk’s room, C19.

*There will be a Boys Volleyball meeting this Wednesday during the 2nd half of Advisory in room B104. If you have any questions or would like more information, please see Mr. Sieling.

MISC:

*Seniors! Don't forget to stop by the Counseling Office to verify the spelling of your name on your diploma before the end of the school day today. You may only check off your own name! Names not checked by this time will appear as they do in Jefferson’s records. Please see Ms. Jarvis with any questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 13, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*The football Booster Club will be selling Jefferson Love Your Melon hats at lunch next Monday & Tuesday. The hats will be available for sale in Mr. Carlson's room (C27) the rest of the week. Check out the fliers around school for styles & prices.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

Next Thursday’s Career Spotlight Speaker will be from Plekkenpol Builders Incorporated and will share about career opportunities in Construction. Sign up online or by using the posted QR code if you’re interested in attending.

MISC:

*Seniors! Don't forget to stop by the Counseling Office to verify the spelling of your name on your diploma prior to Monday, December 16, 2019. You may only check off your own name! Names not checked by this time will appear as they do in Jefferson’s records. Please see Ms. Jarvis with any questions.

*Don’t forget to compost your paper bags, napkins, and leftover food from TJ Coffeehouse in the labeled paper bags in every classroom or in the compost bins in the lunchroom. Also, in case you forgot, plastic is not compostable. See you at the coffeehouse!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 12, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Attention students interested in Track and Field! There will be Boys and Girls Track and Field meetings next Wednesday, December 18th during the 2nd half of Advisory. Anyone interested in being in Track and Field should plan to attend. The meeting for the boys will be in Coach Leverenz’s room, C127, and the meeting for the girls will be in Coach Faulk’s room, C19.

*The Football Booster Club will be selling Jefferson Love Your Melon hats at lunch next Monday & Tuesday. The hats will be available for sale in Mr. Carlson's room (C27) the rest of the week. Check out the fliers around school for styles & prices.

MISC:

*Attention students signed up to take the ACT exam this Saturday! It is very important that you arrive on time for testing. Doors will open to students at 7:30am. Testing STARTS at 8:00am. Once the test starts, you cannot and will not be admitted. Be sure to bring a photo ID and your admission ticket. 

*There are still a few parking permits that have been purchased but not claimed. You will need to pick them up in the main office by the end of this week or they may be issued to another student. We are currently sold out of front lot passes.

*This Friday is a TJCoffeehouse morning! Purchase your favorite treats and beverages including this week’s specialty drink, Peppermint Mocha Latte. Due to rising costs, TJ Coffeehouse prices have been slightly increased. Donuts and muffins now cost $1.50 and bagels now cost $2.00. The coffeehouse will also be selling Snickers Bars and M&Ms and donating the proceeds to the food shelf. There will also be a Craft Fair fundraiser during 1st hour to raise money for the STRIVE/THRIVE/SUN program graduation celebration. See you in the cafeteria on Friday morning, and thank you in advance for your support.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 11, 2019

ACTIVITIES:

*Today during Advisory we will be doing a PGP check-in. You must have completed activities #1-3 before you will be allowed to attend any club meetings.

MISC:

*Attention students signed up to take the ACT exam this Saturday! It is very important that you arrive on time for testing. Doors will open to students at 7:30am. Testing STARTS at 8:00am. Once the test starts, you cannot and will not be admitted. Be sure to bring a photo ID and your admission ticket. 

*There are still a few parking permits that have been purchased but not claimed. You will need to pick them up in the main office by the end of this week or they may be issued to another student. 

*This Friday is a TJCoffeehouse morning! Purchase your favorite treats and beverages including this week’s specialty drink, Peppermint Mocha Latte. Due to rising costs, TJ Coffeehouse prices will be increasing slightly. Donuts and muffins will now cost $1.50 and bagels will now cost $2.00. Thank you for your understanding.

*The following clubs will be meeting during the 2nd half of Advisory period:

Anime Club - back of the auditorium

Asian-American Student Union - C21

French Club - C13

Earth Corps - C26

Student Equity Group - Staff Lunchroom

TOPPLE - Flex Hall

*REMEMBER,  YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO ATTEND CLUB MEETINGS UNLESS YOU HAVE COMPLETED PGP ACTIVITIES #1-3.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 10, 2019

ACTIVITIES:

*This Wednesday during Advisory we will be doing a PGP check-in. You must have completed activities #1-3 before you will be allowed to attend any clubs or meetings.

MISC:

*Attention students signed up to take the ACT exam this Saturday! It is very important that you arrive on time for testing. Doors will open to students at 7:30am. Testing STARTS at 8:00am. Once the test starts, you cannot and will not be admitted. Be sure to bring a photo ID and your admission ticket. If you have any questions about the exam, please see Ms. Morgan in room C115.

*There are still a few parking permits that have been purchased but not claimed. You will need to pick them up in the main office by the end of this week or they may be issued to another student. 

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 9, 2019

ACTIVITIES:

*This Wednesday during Advisory we will be doing a PGP check-in. You must have completed activities #1-3 before you will be allowed to attend any clubs or meetings.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*This week’s Career Spotlight speaker will be in the Career/College Center this Thursday to offer information about jobs in the field of Security. Check your email for registration information if you’d like to attend.

*Representatives from Dunwoody College of Technology and from North Dakota State University will be in the Career/College Center this Friday. Sign up online if you’d like to attend a session.

MISC:

*Attention students signed up to take the ACT exam this Saturday! It is very important that you arrive on time for testing. Doors will open to students at 7:30am. Testing STARTS at 8:00am. Once the test starts, you cannot and will not be admitted, so make sure you arrive well before the test begins! Be sure to have a photo ID and your admission ticket. If you have any questions or concerns about the exam, please see Ms. Morgan in room C115.

*Seniors! Don't forget to stop by the Counseling Office to verify the spelling of your name on your diploma prior to Monday, December 16, 2019. You may only check off your own name! Names not checked by this time will appear as they do in Jefferson’s records. Please see Ms. Jarvis with any questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 6, 2019

*Seniors! Don't forget to stop by the Counseling Office to verify the spelling of your name on your diploma prior to Monday, December 16, 2019. You may only check off your own name! Names not checked by this time will appear as they do in Jefferson’s records. Please see Ms. Jarvis with any questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 4-5, 2019

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Attention seniors: This is a reminder that your senior portraits are due this Friday. Check your email, the yearbook website, or any of the signs around the school for information about submitting your picture.

*Seniors! Don't forget to stop by the Counseling Office to verify the spelling of your name on your diploma prior to Monday, December 16, 2019. You may only check off your own name! Names not checked by this time will appear as they do in Jefferson’s records. Please see Ms. Jarvis with any questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 3, 2019

*If you have purchased a Trimester 2 parking permit online, make sure that you pick it up in the main office as soon as possible. Trimester 1 parking permits are no longer valid and you take the risk of getting ticketed if you don’t have a Trimester 2 permit displayed in your car. 

*Attention seniors, this is a reminder that your senior portraits are due this Friday, December 6th. Check your email, the yearbook website, or any of the signs around the school for information about submitting your picture.

*Congratulations to all Jag Pride Trimester 1 award recipients! Please come to the auditorium tomorrow, December 6th at 7:15 AM to receive your award and have treats with your guests. All staff are encouraged to attend.

*There will be a baseball player meeting tomorrow during the 2nd half of Advisory. If you’re planning on playing baseball in the spring, report to the team room in the Activity Center at 9:55 AM tomorrow.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: December 2, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Congratulations to the Jets who finished 3rd in state over the break. Another congratulations goes to Isaac Honold for being selected as a member of the Wells Fargo All-Tournament Team. Way to go Jets!

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*A representative from the Savannah College of Art and Design will be visiting the Career/College Center tomorrow at noon. Be sure to register online if you’re interested in attending.

*This week’s Career Spotlight speaker will be in the Career/College Center this Thursday to present information about jobs in Agricultural Engineering, Business, and Human Resources. Check your email to register if you’d like to attend.

MISC:

*If you have purchased a Trimester 2 parking permit online, make sure that you pick it up in the main office as soon as possible. Trimester 1 parking permits are no longer valid and you take the risk of getting ticketed if you don’t have a Trimester 2 permit hanging in your car.

November 25th - 29th

Enjoy your break! We look forwarding to seeing you back for the beginning of Trimester 2 on the morning of December 2nd.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 22, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Good luck to the South Suburban Jets soccer team this weekend as they head to Stillwater for the state tournament.  Their first game is tonight at 8:00 PM against Park Center. Head out to the game and show your support. Way to go, Jets!

MISC:

*JTC will be performing an adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. They will be performing 6 shows over two weekends beginning on November 30. Come see as Ebenezer Scrooge communicates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving. Check out the posters or the TV monitors for more detailed information on show times.

*If you have purchased a Trimester 2 parking permit online, make sure that you pick it up before you leave today. Trimester 1 parking permits will no longer be valid beginning the 1st day of the new trimester, so be sure to purchase your pass today. You are only guaranteed that your permit request will be processed before the first day of the new trimester if you purchase it before we return to school on December 2nd.

*Do your very best on your finals, and then enjoy your time off! We’ll see you back at school on Monday, December 2nd.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 21, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Good luck to the South Suburban Jets soccer team this weekend as they head to Stillwater for the state tournament.  Their first game is Friday night at 8:00 against Park Center. Head to the game and show your support. Way to go, Jets!

MISC:

*JTC will be performing an adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. They will be performing 6 shows over two weekends beginning on November 30. Come see as Ebenezer Scrooge communicates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving. Check out the posters or the TV monitors for more detailed information on show times.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 20, 2019

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Looking for ways to save money for college? Come to the Jefferson Media Center this Thursday, November 21st at 6:30 PM for a help session titled, 7 Tips to Navigating the College Search for Money.  Students and parents are welcome to attend.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 19, 2019

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Looking for ways to save money for college? Come to the Jefferson Media Center this Thursday, November 21st at 6:30 PM for a help session titled, 7 Tips to Navigating the College Search for Money.  Students and parents are welcome to attend.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 18, 2019

MISC:
*Student drivers, don’t forget to apply for your Trimester 2 parking permit! Make sure to check on Infinite Campus under the fees tab to see if you have any unpaid obligations. You will not be able to purchase a permit if you have any outstanding fees. If you have already applied for your Trimester 2 permit, you may pick it up in the main office starting today.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:
*Looking for ways to save money for college? Come to the Jefferson Media Center on Thursday, November 21st at 6:30 PM for a help session titled, 7 Tips to Navigating the College Search for Money.  Students and parents are welcome to attend.

*A representative from the University of Wisconsin, Stout will be at JHS this Tuesday, and a representative from St. Cloud State University will be here this Wednesday. Be sure to sign up online or see Ms. Wallerick in the Career/College Center if you’d like to attend a session.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 15, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Congratulations to Luke Ludden, who placed as 1st alternate to the National Tournament in Congressional Debate on Wednesday at the State Capitol.  The national tournament will be held in Albuquerque, New Mexico this June.

MISC:

*Today is your last chance to check for lost and found items in Flag Hall. Don’t forget to stop by if you’re missing something!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 14, 2019

MISC:

Trimester 2 parking permit applications are now available online or in the main office. Remember, you must fill out an application for a new permit each trimester. 

*Don’t forget to check the lost and found tables in Flag Hall before the end of this week. Smaller items or things that were turned in this week may be in the main office. Anything that remains unclaimed by Friday afternoon will be repurposed or donated.

*Check on Infinite Campus for your Academic Seminar assignment for today.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 13, 2019

ACTIVITIES:

*Congratulations to the South Suburban Jets soccer team on qualifying for their 3rd straight appearance to the state tournament.  Way to go Jets!

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*There will be a Science Olympiad meeting tomorrow after school in room C127. All are welcome to attend, so bring a friend!

*9th graders, today is a Pathfinder day in Advisor. You should plan on staying in your Advisory class for the whole period.

For 10th-12th graders, the following clubs and meetings are available during the 2nd half of

Advisory at 9:55am:

Baseball Meeting in the Activity Center

Anime Club in the back of the auditorium

Asian-American Student Union in C21

French Club in C13

Earth Corp in C118

Student Equity Group in the Staff Lunchroom

TOPPLE in Flex Hall

MISC:

*Trimester 2 parking permit applications are now available online or in the main office. Remember, you must fill out an application and purchase a new permit each trimester. 

*Check the lost and found tables in Flag Hall for missing water bottles, lunch bags, and clothing items. Ask about smaller items such as keys, jewelry, sports equipment, and electronics in the main office. Items found in the building this week may still be in the main office. Anything that remains unclaimed by the end of the school week will be repurposed or donated.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 12, 2019

MISC:

*Trimester 2 parking permit applications are now available online or in the main office. Remember, you must fill out an application and purchase a new permit each trimester. It would be in your best interest to buy your permit as quickly as possible in order to avoid long lines on the first day of trimester 2! 

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 11, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*There will be a baseball meeting in the Activity Center this Wednesday during the 2nd half of Advisory for anyone interested in playing baseball this spring. See Mr. Gess if you want more information.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*This week’s Career Spotlight Speaker is from a company called Improving and will be here on Thursday to offer you information about a career in Information Technology. See Ms. Wallerick if you have any questions.

*Representatives from the following universities will be visiting the Career and College Center this Wednesday: The University of Minnesota, Crookston and the University of Iowa, Cedar Falls. Sign up online or see Ms. Wallerick for more information.

MISC:

*Check the LOST AND FOUND tables in Flag Hall for missing water bottles, lunch bags, and clothing items. Ask about smaller items such as keys, jewelry, sports equipment, and electronics in the main office. Items found in the building over the weekend are being held be in the main office. Anything that remains unclaimed by the end of the school week may be repurposed or donated.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 8, 2019

There will be a Science Olympiad meeting after school on November 14th in room C127. All are welcome, so bring along a friend!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 7, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*There will be a kickoff meeting for new and returning Science Olympiad members today after school in C127. All are welcome, so bring friends along! There will be an additional meeting next week on Thursday, November 14th.

MISC:

*It’s time for another TJ Coffeehouse! This Friday, beginning at 8:15 AM, you will be able to purchase your favorite treats and beverages which will include this week’s specialty drink, Pumpkin Spice Latte. Payment with one-dollar bills is appreciated. Hope to see you there!

*Be sure to check on Infinite Campus for your Academic Seminar assignment for today.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 5, 2019

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

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

Wednesday - Hennepin Technical College and the University of Northwestern, St. Paul

Thursday - The University of Wisconsin, River Falls.

Sign up online or see Ms. Wallerick if you’d like to attend a session.

MISC:

*Seniors, there will be a STRIVE meeting this Wednesday morning in the Red Flex room at 7:50AM. This meeting is mandatory if you would like to be considered for a STRIVE Scholarship. See Ms. Wallerick in the Career/College Center if you have any questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 4, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Mr Sieling will be holding a Speech Team meeting this Wednesday during the 2nd half of Advisory in room B104. Please contact Mr. Sieling if you’d like to know more.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Sign up online for this week’s Career Spotlight Speaker who will be here on Thursday to answer your questions about a career in Hospitality and Tourism. See Ms. Wallerick if you have any questions.

*Seniors, there will be a STRIVE meeting this Wednesday morning in the Red Flex room at 7:50 AM. This meeting is mandatory if you would like to be considered for a STRIVE Scholarship. See Ms. Wallerick in the Career/College Center if you have any questions.

*Representatives from the following college/universities will be visiting the Career and College Center this week:

Wednesday - Hennepin Technical College and the University of Northwestern, St. Paul

Thursday - The University of Wisconsin, River Falls.

Sign up online or see Ms. Wallerick if you’d like to attend a session.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: November 1, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Our Jefferson Girls Volleyball team has made it all the way to the section finals! Come and cheer them on in their game against St. Lous Park. The game time is at noon tomorrow in the Jefferson gymnasium.

MISC:

*Seniors, be sure to stop by the counseling office and verify the spelling of your name for your official diploma. Please do this as soon as possible.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: October 31, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Today is the last day for boys cross country, football, and soccer players to turn in their missing equipment and locks.  Anything not turned in by this time will be added to the obligation list.

*All boys athletic lockers must be cleaned out by 7:50 AM tomorrow to get ready for the winter sports season.  Any items left in the lockers will be cleared out and placed in Lost and Found.

MISC:

*Seniors, this is a reminder that you need to stop by the counseling office and verify that the spelling of your name is correct for your official diploma. Please do this as soon as possible.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: October 30, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*This Thursday, October 31st is the last day for boys cross country, football, and soccer players to turn in their missing equipment and locks.  Anything not turned in by this time will be added to the obligation list.

*All boys athletic lockers must be cleaned out by 7:50 AM Friday, Nov. 1 to get ready for the winter sports season.  Any items left in the lockers will be cleared out and placed in Lost and Found.

MISC:

*Attention all students: today there will be no bells as some students will be taking the PSAT exam. Watch for the 3-minute countdown warning on the clocks so you can be sure to get to classes on time.

*Students in the following advisories: Woods, Geiselhart, Lang, Cater, Larson, and Evens, your advisory will meet in the CAFETERIA today. Please report immediately there; do not go to the classroom first.

*Seniors, a reminder that your final cap/gown order form is due today. National Recognition Products will be in the cafeteria during lunch. Please turn your form in there or to the Main Office. You will also need to see Mrs. Reilly in the counseling office as soon as possible to verify the spelling of your name for your diploma.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: October 29, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Even though the #1 fear of most adults is public speaking, the speech team considers it their SPORT!  If you'd like to become a better speaker, actor, writer, or comedian, or if you just want something to do on Saturdays this winter, come to the speech team informational meeting during the 2nd half of advisory on Wednesday in room B104.  Find out what it is all about. See Mr. Sieling for more information.

*All boys Cross Country, Football, and Soccer athletes who have not yet turned in their equipment and locks can do so after school today beginning at 2:45 PM on the athletics side of the locker room.

MISC:

*Attention all students: tomorrow, Wednesday, October 30 there will be no bells as some students will be taking the PSAT exam.

*Students in the following advisories: Woods, Geiselhart, Lang, Cater, Larson, and Evens, your advisory will meet in the CAFETERIA tomorrow. Please report immediately there; do not go to the classroom first.

*Seniors, a reminder that your final cap/gown order form is due tomorrow, Wednesday, October 30. National Recognition Products will be in the cafeteria during lunch. Please turn your form in there or to the Main Office.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: October 28, 2019

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Seniors, don’t forget that October is College Knowledge month, which means that you can apply to Minnesota state colleges for free beginning Monday, October 28th through Friday, November 1st. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to save money!

MISC:
*Do you enjoy writing poems, short stories, or plays?  Are you an artist looking for a place to display your work?  If so, consider submitting your work to The Crooked Quill, the Jefferson Literary Arts Magazine.  The magazine is a great place to highlight all the wonderful, creative artists we have here at Jefferson.  If you're interested in submitting, send your work to jeffersonlitmag@gmail.com or contact Mr. Hupton for more details. The deadline for submissions is January 31st.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: October 24, 2019

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*A Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) help session is scheduled for Tuesday, October 29th from 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Students and parents are welcome to attend.

*Bloomington Future Leaders, in partnership with Jefferson and Kennedy High Schools, will be holding a fall conference for juniors and seniors on the topic of Networking and Communication. The conference will be held on November 1st at the Bloomington Hilton Hotel. Sign up with Ms. Wallerick or Mr. Roesler by this Friday, October 25th.

MISC:

*There are still spots available for the trip to Argentina. Please see Ms. Brooke-Beyer if you would like more information about the trip.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: October 23, 2019

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Bloomington Nordic Ski season is just around the corner, with a kick-off meeting for skiers and parents in the Jefferson Cafeteria on Monday, October 28th at 6:30 PM. Nordic skiing is open to all high school students. No prior experience is needed and a limited amount of equipment is available for rent. Join the fun and get involved in a great lifetime sport!

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Representatives from the following colleges/universities will be in the Career/College Center this week:

Wednesday: Marquette University

Friday: Winona State University, Franklin University Switzerland, and Vanderbilt University

Sign up online if you’re interested in attending a session.

*Bloomington Future Leaders, in partnership with Jefferson and Kennedy High Schools, will be holding a fall conference for juniors and seniors on the topic of Networking and Communication. The conference will be held on November 1st at the Bloomington Hilton Hotel. Sign up with Ms. Wallerick or Mr. Roesler by this Friday, October 25th.

MISC:

*TJCoffeehouse will be open for business this Friday morning beginning at 8:15 AM. Bring your one-dollar bills to use toward the purchase of your favorite treats and beverages. As always, make sure you plan ahead so that you can arrive to your classes on time.

*Attention, Seniors! There is a mandatory senior graduation meeting today, Wednesday, October 23 in the Main Gym during Advisory. Please report directly to the Main Gym; do not go to advisory first! See Ms. Jarvis with any questions!

*The girls basketball meeting begins today at 9:40 AM in the cafeteria. Make sure to check in with your Advisory teacher before attending the meeting.

*The following clubs will be meeting at 9:55 AM:

Spanish Club in C12

Earth Corp in the Media Center

SCUBA Club in C126

Student Equity Group - in the Staff Lunchroom

TOPPLE in Flex Hall

And the newly formed Health Occupations Students of America or HOSA Club in C8.

The French Club and the Anime Club will not be meeting today.

Seniors should NOT plan on attending clubs as they are expected to be at the graduation meeting.