DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 22nd

*Congratulations to Luke Ludden, who placed 6th, Amelia Miller who placed 6th, and Abigail Larson who placed 4th at the 6AA speech tournament on Thursday.

*Seniors who ordered graduation items from National Recognition Products can now pick them up in the Main Office.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 21st

*Attention 10th graders: if you have not taken the MCA Science exam, have not  finished it, or have online Biology, please plan to go to the Green Lab during your biology class time to test today. Please see Ms. Jarvis with any questions.

*Representatives from National Recognition Products will be in the lunchroom with the orders for the students who did not pick up their items earlier this week. If you ordered graduation items and have not yet picked them up, please do so during your lunch period today.

*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: MARCH 20th

*Attention 10th graders: if you have not taken the MCA Science exam, have not  finished it, or have online Biology, please plan to go to the Green Lab during your biology class time to test today, Wednesday, March 20 and/or tomorrow, Thursday, March 21. Please see Ms. Jarvis with any questions.

*Representatives from National Recognition Products will be in the lunchroom on Thursday of this week with the orders for the seniors who did not pick up their items yesterday. If you ordered graduation items and have not yet picked them up, please do so during your lunch period tomorrow.

*Looking for ways to pay for college? Consider attending a financial aid meeting on how to do just that. A “Paying for College” meeting will be held tonight at 6:30 PM in the Jefferson Media Center. Students and/or parents are welcome to attend.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 19th

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Have you ever wondered what it would be like to race sailboats? The Jefferson Sailing Team would like to invite you  to a question and answer information meeting on Sunday, March 24th at 2:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Hero Community Gathering Space in Minneapolis. Learn to sail and race. No prior experience is needed and boats will be provided. Go to sailmpls.org/highschool for more information.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Register for this Friday’s Career Spotlight Speaker event where our guest speaker will be able to answer your questions about a career in education. Check your email to register or see Ms. Wallerick in the Career Center if you have questions.

MISC:

*Attention 10th graders: if you have not taken the MCA Science exam, have not  finished it, or have online Biology, please plan to go to the Green Lab during your biology class time to test on Wednesday, March 20 and/or Thursday, March 21. Please see Ms. Jarvis with any questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 18th

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Have you ever wondered what it would be like to race sailboats? The Jefferson Sailing Team would like to invite you  to a question and answer information meeting on Sunday, March 24th at 2:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Hero Community Gathering Space in Minneapolis. Learn to sail and race. No prior experience is needed and boats will be provided. Go to sailmpls.org/highschool for more information.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Register for this Friday’s Career Spotlight Speaker event where our guest speaker will be able to answer your questions about a career in education. Check your email to register or see Ms. Wallerick in the Career Center if you have questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 15th

*Looking for ways to pay for college? Consider attending a financial aid meeting on how to do just that! A “Paying for College” meeting will be held on Wednesday evening, March 20th, at 6:30 PM in the Jefferson Media Center. Students and/or parents are welcome to attend.

*Thank you to all who purchased a Glowdance ticket for tomorrow night.  Please remember to bring a school ID or have your Infinite Campus summary on your phone to enter Jefferson. Make sure you have taken care of any outstanding obligations or you may be denied entry to the dance. You can check for obligations under the “fees” tab in Infinite Campus. The dance will go from 9PM - 11PM. Doors will be locked at 10PM and there will be no re-entry once you’ve left. All school rules apply so that you’re assured of having a great time. See you there!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 14th

*Looking for ways to pay for college? Consider attending a financial aid meeting on how to do just that! A “Paying for College” meeting will be held on Wednesday evening, March 20th, at 6:30 PM in the Jefferson Media Center. Students and/or parents are welcome to attend.

*TJ Coffeehouse will be open for business this Friday beginning at 8:15 AM. Bring your one-dollar bills to use toward the purchase your favorite treats and beverages. As always, plan to arrive to your classes on time.

*All students doing MCA testing during 4th hour today will take third lunch.

*Students, please check Infinite Campus for your academic seminar assignment and location for today.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 13th

ACTIVITIES:

*Seniors, there will be a STRIVE meeting tomorrow morning at 7:45 AM in the red flex space. Please plan to bring your Chromebook. You will  be discussing your future career goals and then going over interview tips. This meeting will prepare you for the April STRIVE meeting where you will be doing practice interviews.

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*All Athletic lockers must be cleaned out by 3:00 PM today to get ready for the spring sports season.  Any items found after this time time will be collected and fines will be assessed for missing athletic equipment and locks. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Walton in C06.

*Congratulations to the Jefferson chess team for achieving 4th place at the recent Minnesota Statewide Scholastic Championship Tournament. Chess team members are 12th graders Josh French and Aaron Thomson, 10th grader Serena French and 9th grader Christina Timm.

*Congratulations to speech team members Bella Phan, Claire Miller, and Abigail Larson, who advanced to the semifinals of the Southern Minnesota NSDA Speech Tournament.

MISC:

*TJ Coffeehouse will be open for business this Friday beginning at 8:15 AM. Bring your one-dollar bills to use toward the purchase your favorite treats and beverages. As always, plan to arrive to your classes on time.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 12th

ACTIVITIES:

*Seniors, this is a reminder about the STRIVE meeting this Thursday, March 14th, at 7:45 AM in the Red Flex space. Please plan to bring your Chromebook. You will  be discussing your future career goals and then going over interview tips. This meeting will prepare you for the April STRIVE meeting where you will be doing practice interviews.

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*All Athletic lockers must be cleaned out by 3:00 this Wednesday, March 13th to get ready for the spring sports season.  Any items found after this time time will be collected and fines will be assessed for missing athletic equipment and locks.   If you have any questions, please see Mr. Walton in C-06.

*Congratulations to the Jefferson Chess Team for achieving 4th place at the recent Minnesota Statewide Scholastic Championship Tournament. Chess team members are 12th graders Josh French and Aaron Thomson, 10th grader Serena French and 9th grader Christina Timm.

*Congratulations to speech team members Bella Phan, Claire Miller, and Abigail Larson, who advanced to the semifinals of the Southern Minnesota NSDA Speech Tournament. They will compete tonight at Eagan High School.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

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

 Kansas State University

 Normandale Community College

 University of Wisconsin, LaCrosse

 Luther College

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

*Don't forget to sign up to hear this Friday's Career Spotlight speaker who will being answering questions about careers in the healthcare industry.

MISC:

*ATTENTION BIOLOGY STUDENTS:

On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week you will be taking the MCA Science Test during your scheduled Biology class.  Please arrive to class with your Chromebook FULLY charged! Check your BPS email for more information! Please contact Ms. Jarvis with any questions!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 11th

ATHLETICS:

*There will be a Boys' Golf information meeting tomorrow, March 12th, at 3:00 PM in room C28. Contact Coach Schram or Coach Elsen if you have any questions.

*Registration is open for Jefferson’s Clay Target Club Trap and Skeet teams. Contact Mr. Verdegan if you’re interested in joining. Registration is open until March 21st.

*All 9th and 10th grade boys basketball players who have not turned in their equipment and locks should do so today after school in the locker room.  Any basketball players that do not turn these in will have their names added to the obligation list.

*All athletic lockers must be cleaned out by 3:00 this Wednesday, March 13th to get ready for the spring sports season.  Any items found after this time time will be collected and fines will be assessed for missing athletic equipment and locks.   If you have any questions, please see Mr. Walton in C-06.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Register for this Friday’s Career Spotlight Speaker event where our guest speaker will be able to answer your questions about a career in healthcare. Check your email to register or see Ms. Wallerick in the Career Center if you have questions.

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

  Kansas State University

  Normandale Community College

  University of Wisconsin, LaCrosse

  Luther College

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

MISC:

*ATTENTION BIOLOGY STUDENTS:

On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week you will be taking the MCA Science Test during your scheduled Biology class.  Please arrive to class with your Chromebook FULLY charged! Check your BPS email for more information! Please contact Ms. Jarvis with any questions!

*Join us for a fun evening of One-Act Plays directed by our very own Jefferson students.

Katriela Caspari will be directing SUPERHEROS: With Great Power Comes Ordinary Responsibility. Jenna Clements will direct How to Succeed in High School Without Even Trying. Come support the theatre and these hard working students.

Performances will be March 14th and 15th @ 7pm in the Jefferson Auditorium.

General Admission is $5.

*Forensics, Period 6, will be meeting in the auditorium all week.

*Students, remember that your Trimester 3 schedules can be found on Infinite Campus.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 6th

*There will be a Boys Golf information meeting next Tuesday, March 12th, at 3:00 PM in room C28. Contact Coach Schram or Coach Elsen if you have any questions.

*Registration is open for Jefferson’s Clay Target Club Trap and Skeet teams. Contact Mr. Verdegan if you’re interested in joining. Registration is open until March 21st.

*Join us for a fun evening of One-Act Plays directed by our very own Jefferson students.

Katriela Caspari will be directing SUPERHEROS: With Great Power Comes Ordinary Responsibility. Jenna Clements will direct How to Succeed in High School Without Even Trying. Come support the theatre and these hard working students.

Performances will be March 14th and 15th @ 7pm in the Jefferson Auditorium.

General Admission is $5.

*Due to popular demand, Glow Dance tickets will be sold at lunch next Monday, March 11th.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 5th

*There will be a Boys Golf information meeting next Tuesday, March 12th, at 3:00 PM in room C28. Contact Coach Schram or Coach Elsen if you have any questions.

*Registration is open for Jefferson’s Clay Target Club Trap and Skeet teams. Contact Mr. Verdegan if you’re interested in joining. Registration is open until March 21st.

*Join us for a fun evening of One-Act Plays directed by our very own Jefferson students.

Katriela Caspari will be directing SUPERHEROS: With Great Power Comes Ordinary Responsibility. Jenna Clements will direct How to Succeed in High School Without Even Trying. Come support the theatre and these hard working students.

Performances will be March 14th and 15th @ 7pm in the Jefferson Auditorium.

General Admission is $5.

*Due to popular demand, Glow Dance tickets will be sold at lunch next Monday, March 11th.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 4th

*Congratulations to the members of the boys swimming and diving team who competed in the state meet this past weekend.  Sam Wallace dove to second place and was All-State, and the Medley Relay team of Preston Le, Alex Johnson, Carlos Andert, and Jon Halaska placed 15th.

*Come to the activity center at 4:30 PM this Wednesday to cheer on your Jefferson Jets as they head into the playoffs. Good luck, Jets!

*Attention seniors: Check your email to nominate people for the yearbook's senior mock awards.

*Students, it is not too late to purchase your yearbook! Go to Jostens.com to buy one today!

*Reminder to NHS students: There will be an NHS meeting after school today in the auditorium.

*If you are a senior and want to graduate with honors, please turn in your application to the front office before the start of trimester 3. Contact the G/T Coordinator at maby@isd271.org if you have any questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: MARCH 1st

*Attention seniors: Check your email to nominate people for the yearbook's senior mock awards.

*Students, it is not too late to purchase your yearbook! Go to Jostens.com to buy one today!