DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 28th

*ATTENTION VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS:  An informational meeting will be held on Monday, March 4th at 2:45 PM in the Jefferson Media Center. If you plan to play volleyball in the fall of 2019, please plan to attend.

*Visit TJ Coffeehouse this Friday morning and get your favorite beverages and treats including  their newest snack, string cheese, available for just $0.25. Don’t forget to plan ahead so you can arrive to your classes on time!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 27th

*Please listen carefully to the following announcement about Advisory period today:

Students needing to make-up course registration will be meet in the back of the auditorium. Students should report to their Advisory teacher for attendance before going to the meeting.

The AP Testing Registration Meeting will be in the front of the auditorium.  Students should report to their Advisory teacher for attendance before going to the meeting.

*The following clubs and meetings will be taking place during the 2nd half of Advisory:

  Boys Lacrosse Meeting in C107

  Anime

  Student Equity Team (formerly known as STARR)

  French Club

  TOPPLE  

  Tech Club

Because of registration makeup, GSA will not be meeting today.

Clubs will be having yearbook photos taken today in the gym. Please report to your club meeting space first. You will meet with your leaders and then report to the gym as a group.

*Trimester 3 parking permit applications are now available online or in the main office. Remember that all obligations must be cleared before you will be able to purchase your permit. If you have ordered a parking permit online, please pick it up in the main office.

*It’s not too late to buy a yearbook! Just go to Jostens.com to order yours today. Payment plans are available.

*Visit TJ Coffeehouse this Friday morning and get your favorite beverages and treats including their newest snack, string cheese, available for just $0.25. Don’t forget to plan ahead so you can arrive to your classes on time!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 26th

*Trimester 3 parking permit applications are now available online or in the main office. Remember that all obligations must be cleared before you will be able to purchase your permit. If you have ordered a parking permit online, please pick it up in the main office.

*It’s not too late to buy a yearbook! Just go to Jostens.com to order yours today. Payment plans are available.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 25th

ACTIVITIES:

*Seniors, if you are planning on applying to graduate with honors, please turn in your application to the main office before the end of Tri 2.  If you need the application, you can get one in the Career Center.

*Attention AP Students, this Wednesday, February 27th, during Advisory, there is a mandatory meeting for all students planning to take AP exams in May. Please check in with your Advisory teacher and then head straight to the front of the auditorium.  If you have any questions, please see Mr. Lang in C104.

ATHLETICS:

*Interested in track? Captains’ practice for girls begins this week and will continue through next week. Boys begin the week of March 5th and will continue through the following week. Students should plan to meet in the activity center. Practices will start at 3:00 PM and go until 4:30 PM. Bring tennis shoes and athletic clothes. Don’t like to run? There are field event groups as well, so come and join!

*Congratulations to the boys swimming and diving team on their 6th place finish at the section meet this weekend.  Congratulations to diver Sam Wallace on being section champ in diving and qualifying for the state meet, and to Preston Le, Alex Johnson, Carlos Andert, and Jon Halaska for qualifying for state in the 200 Medley Relay.

MISC:

*Trimester 3 parking permit applications are now available online or in the main office. Remember that all obligations must be cleared before you will be able to purchase your permit. Check your Infinite Campus account under the fees tab to see if you have any unpaid obligations or missing materials.

*If you like to write short stories, poetry, memoirs, or plays or enjoy drawing, painting, or creating digital work, consider submitting some of your work to The Crooked Quill, Jefferson’s literary magazine. The submission deadline has been changed to April 4th. You can send any submissions over email to jeffersonlitmag@gmail.com. See Mr. Hupton in room C5 if you have any questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 22nd

ACTIVITIES:

*Seniors, if you are planning on applying to graduate with honors, please turn in your application to the main office before the end of Tri 2.  If you need the application, you can get one in the Career Center.

*Attention AP students: Next Wednesday, February 27th, during Advisory, there is a mandatory meeting for all students planning to take AP exams in May. Please check in with your Advisory teacher and then head straight to the front of the auditorium.  If you have any questions, please see Mr. Lang in C104.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

Representatives from the following colleges/universities will be available for questions in the College and Career Center next week:

  Iowa State University

  Vermillion Community College

  University of North Dakota

  Bethany Lutheran College

Sign in to Naviance to for check dates and times and to register to attend.

MISC:

*Trimester 3 parking permit applications are now available online or in the main office. Be sure to buy your permit early to avoid any last minute issues. Remember that all obligations must be cleared before you will be able to purchase your permit. Check your Infinite Campus account under the fees tab to see if you have any unpaid obligations or missing materials.

*9th - 11th grade students: course registration for the 2019-2020 school year was due last week. Please log into Infinite Campus and check to make sure you have registered for at least 18 courses. If you need help, see Mrs. Theis in the counseling office.

*If you like to write short stories, poetry, memoirs, or plays or enjoy drawing, painting, or creating digital work, consider submitting some of your work to The Crooked Quill, Jefferson’s literary magazine. The submission deadline has been changed to April 4th. You can send any submissions over email to jeffersonlitmag@gmail.com. See Mr. Hupton in room C5 if you have any questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 21st

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*There will be representatives from two universities available in the Career Center today to answer your questions.

 The University of Nebraska, Lincoln at 9 AM

 The University of Missouri at 10:30 AM

Sign up on Naviance if you’re interested in attending.

*Seniors, if you haven’t already done so, be sure to fill out your FAFSA before March 1st.

MISC:

*Trimester 3 parking permit applications are now available online or in the main office. Be sure to buy your permit early to avoid any last minute issues. Remember that all obligations must be cleared before you will be able to purchase your permit. Check your Infinite Campus account under the fees tab to see if you have any unpaid obligations or missing materials.

*Students: course registration for the 2019-2020 school year was due last Thursday, February 14th.  Please log into Infinite Campus and check to make sure you have registered for at least 18 courses. If you need help, see Mrs. Theis in the counseling office.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 19th

*Trimester 3 parking permit applications are now available online or in the main office. Be sure to buy your permit early to avoid any last minute issues. Remember that all obligations must be cleared before you will be able to purchase your permit. Check your Infinite Campus account under the fees tab to see if you have any unpaid obligations or missing materials.

*Students: course registration for the 2019-2020 school year was due last Thursday,

February 14th.  Please log into Infinite Campus and check to make sure you have registered for at least 18 courses. If you need help, see Mrs. Theis in the counseling office.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 15th

*If you’ve ever wanted to try out synchronized swimming, Tuesday, February 19th is your chance. The Bloomington Aquettes are hosting Splash Night at the Olson Middle School pool. Bring a swimsuit and towel next Tuesday from 7-8 PM. Parents are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, check out the slideshows throughout the school for the coach’s contact information.

*Check the Lost and Found tables in Flag Hall for missing clothing items, water bottles, or lunch bags. Ask about smaller, more valuable items in the main office. Items not claimed by the end of the school today may be donated.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 14th

*If you’ve ever wanted to try out synchronized swimming, Tuesday, February 19th is your chance. The Bloomington Aquettes are hosting Splash Night at the Olson Middle School pool. Bring a swimsuit and towel next Tuesday from 7-8 PM. Parents are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, check out the slideshows throughout the school for the coach’s contact information.

*There will be a girls’ golf meeting today right after today in room C109.

*Check the Lost and Found tables in Flag Hall for missing clothing items, water bottles, or lunch bags. Ask about smaller, more valuable items in the main office. Items not claimed by the end of the school day this Friday will be donated.

*Visit TJ Coffeehouse this Friday morning to purchase treats and beverages which will include Sea Salt Caramel Latte, Peppermint Mocha Latte, Red Velvet Latte, and hot apple cider. As always, try to make your purchases using one-dollar bills and be sure to make it to your classes on time.

*The Flex Spaces, including the labs and hallways, will be closed all day today. Students will not be able to walk through Flex Hallway; you will need to go around through Upper or Lower C. Online students must report to the cafeteria today during their online time. Thank you for your help and cooperation.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 13th

*The following clubs and activity groups will be meeting at 9:55 today, the 2nd half of Advisory:

  Boys Lacrosse in C107

  Baseball in the Activity Center

  Anime in the Media Center

  Student Equity Team in the staff lunchroom

  French Club in C13

  TOPPLE in Flex Hall

  Tech Club in the Media Center

Only students who have completed and finalized registration will be allowed to attend the clubs or meetings. Please note that because of registration, GSA will not be meeting today.

*Attention all students! The Flex Spaces, including the labs and hallways, will be closed all day tomorrow, February 14. Students will not be able to walk through Flex Hallway on this day; you will need to go around through Upper or Lower C. All online students must be in the cafeteria during online time. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your help and cooperation.

*Check the Lost and Found tables in Flag Hall for missing clothing items, water bottles, or lunch bags. Ask about smaller, more valuable items in the main office. Items not claimed by the end of the school day this Friday will be donated.

*Visit TJ Coffeehouse this Friday morning to purchase treats and beverages which will include Sea Salt Caramel Latte, Peppermint Mocha Latte, Red Velvet Latte, and hot apple cider. As always, try to make your purchases using one-dollar bills and be sure to make it to your classes on time.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 12th

*Attention Boys Interested in Lacrosse:

There is a meeting during the second half of Advisory on Wednesday in Coach Cater's Room, C107. Any new players are welcome to attend, even if you've never played lacrosse before.

*There will be a baseball player meeting in the Activity Center during the second half of Advisory this Wednesday. See Mr. Gess if you have any questions.

*Attention all students! The Flex Spaces, including the labs and hallways, will be closed all day on Thursday, February 14. Students will not be able to walk through Flex Hallway on this day; you will need to go around through Upper or Lower C. All online students must be in the cafeteria during online time on this day. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your help and cooperation.

*Attention EL Students:

If you have not taken or need to finish the ACCESS test please arrive at the Green Lab, C01A, tomorrow morning, Wednesday, February 13, during first hour. You will take the test on your Chromebook.  Please bring headphones and make sure that your Chromebook is charged. Check you emails for updated information. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Morris in CO4.

*Beacon after school classes have been cancelled for today.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 11th

*Congratulations to the following speech team students who placed 1st in their categories at the Lakeville South Tournament on Saturday:  Noreen Si in novice prose, Abigail Larson in original oratory, and Claire Miller in informative speaking. Claire got perfect scores in the final round! Bloomington placed 5th as a team.

*ATTENTION EL Students:

If you have not taken or need to finish the ACCESS test please arrive at the Green Lab, room C01A,  during first hour tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 12 to test. Please check your emails for updated information.  See Ms. Morris in C4 if you have any questions.

*Attention Boys Interested in Lacrosse:

There is a meeting during the 2nd half of Advisory on Wednesday in Coach Cater's Room, C107. Any new players are welcome to attend, even if you've never played lacrosse before.

*Representatives from the following colleges and universities will be at Jefferson this week to give you information about their schools and answer any questions you may have:

  The University of Kansas on Wednesday at 1:30 PM

  Northland College on Thursday at 10 AM

  Rainy River Community College on Thursday at 11:30 AM

Sign up on Naviance or see Ms. Wallerick in the Career Center if you’re interested in attending.

*Attention all students! The Flex Spaces, including the labs and hallways, will be closed all day on Thursday, February 14. Students will not be able to walk through Flex Hallway on this day; you will need to go around through Upper or Lower C. All online students must be in the cafeteria during online time on this day. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your help and cooperation.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 8th

JTC’s competitive one-act performance of Fahrenheit 451 is tonight. The senior preview is at 3:30 PM and the public performance is at 7:00 PM. Fahrenheit 451 is about a “fireman” who is employed to burn the possession of those who read outlawed books. General admission tickets will be available at the door for $10 or $8 for students/seniors. You may also reserve tickets online at JeffersonTheatreCompany.org/GetTickets.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 7th

*Visit TJ Coffeehouse this Friday morning to purchase treats and beverages which will include Sea Salt Caramel Latte, Peppermint Mocha Latte, and hot apple cider. Craft creations from BTC will also be available for purchase. As always, try to make your purchases using one-dollar bills and be sure to make it to your classes on time.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 6TH

*There are no clubs or meetings during Advisory period today.

*Teacher's in 9th - 11th grade advisories.

Please pick up your PGP registration materials out of your mailbox this morning.

*If you like to write short stories, poetry, memoirs, or plays or enjoy drawing, painting, or creating digital work, consider submitting some of your work to The Crooked Quill, Jefferson’s literary magazine. Submissions are due March 15. You can send any submissions over email to jeffersonlitmag@gmail.com. See Mr. Hupton in room C5 if you have any questions.

*Visit TJ Coffeehouse this Friday morning to purchase treats and beverages which will include Sea Salt Caramel Latte, Peppermint Mocha Latte, and hot apple cider. Even though there will be no chocolate-chocolate chip muffins this week, regular chocolate chip muffins will be available. As always, try to make your purchases using one-dollar bills and be sure to make it to your classes on time.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 5TH

*Attention all Olson Middle School Courage Retreat Leaders for tomorrow: Please bring your signed permission forms to the retreat. Arrive at Braemar Golf Club by 7:40 AM tomorrow morning. Ms. Wetzel will be there to collect your forms. Once again, retreat leaders should report directly to Braemar Golf Club in the morning. Email Ms. Wetzel if you have any questions.

*There will be a STRIVE meeting this Wednesday, February 6th. There will be a judge here to speak about how the law impacts your life once you turn 18. This is one you won't want to miss! Please meet at 7:45 AM in the red flex space.

*There is a boys tennis meeting this Wednesday, Feb 6th at 7:00 PM in the Media Center.  This meeting is for players and parents.

*JTC's Competitive One Act performance of Fahrenheit 451 is this Friday, February 8th. The Senior preview is at 3:30pm and the public performance is 7pm. The production is one night only. General admission tickets will be available at the door or you may purchase your tickets online at JeffersonTheatreCompany.org/GetTickets.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 4TH

*The boys and girls track teams are holding the pre-season meeting tonight in the cafeteria at 6:30 PM. Any interested athletes and their parents should plan to attend.

*There is a boys tennis meeting this Wednesday, Feb 6th at 7:00 PM in the Media Center.  This meeting is for players and parents.

*Open auditions for CHICAGO the High School Edition are this week. Vocal auditions will be held today and tomorrow from 4 PM - 5:30 PM. Dance auditions are today starting at 5:30 PM. Check Jefferson Theater Company’s website under the student section for information on what to prepare for your audition.

*JTC's Competitive One Act performance of Fahrenheit 451 is this Friday, February 8th. The Senior preview is at 3:30pm and public performance is 7pm. Fahrenheit 451 is about  “fireman” employed to burn the possessions of those who read outlawed books. The production is one night only. General admission tickets at the door are $10 or $8 for students and seniors. Reserved tickets can be purchased online at JeffersonTheatreCompany.org/GetTickets.

*Attention all Olson Middle School Courage Retreat Leaders for tomorrow: Please bring your signed permission forms to the retreat. Arrive at Braemar Golf Club by 7:40 AM tomorrow morning. Ms. Wetzel will be there to collect your forms. Once again, retreat leaders should report directly to Braemar Golf Club in the morning. Email Ms. Wetzel if you have any questions.

ATHLETICS:

*Forensic Science students:  Please go to your “A” Day classrooms for class today!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: FEBRUARY 1ST

NO CLASSES TODAY - PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES

DAILY ANNOUCEMENTS: JANUARY 29 - 31

NO SCHOOL - SEVERE WEATHER CANCELLATIONS