DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 29, 2021

*Do you like to write stories, poems, novels, or memoirs?  Do you love to draw or take photographs?  If so, you should consider submitting to the Jefferson Literary Magazine, The Crooked Quill.  This is a great opportunity to get your work published!  Send any submissions to jeffersonlitmagazine@gmail.com or see Mr. Hupton in room C5 for details.

*Boys who signed up for the Powderbuff volleyball tournament should attend a practice with the girls teams right after school today. 11th and 12th graders in the main gym and 9th and 10th graders in the JAC. Practice will go from 2:30 to 3:00 pm. The Powderbuff Boys Volleyball tournament will be in the main gym at 7 pm tonight. See you there!

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*If you are interested in joining the new dance club at Jefferson, plan on attending an informational meeting in the dance room tomorrow right after school.  

MISC:

*Don’t forget to wear your Red, White, and Blue tomorrow for Spirit Week!

DAILY ANNOUNCMENTS: September 29, 2021

*Do you like to write stories, poems, novels, or memoirs?  Do you love to draw or take photographs?  If so, you should consider submitting to the Jefferson Literary Magazine, The Crooked Quill.  This is a great opportunity to get your work published!  Send any submissions to jeffersonlitmagazine@gmail.com or see Mr. Hupton in room C5 for details.

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*If you are interested in hip hop or majorette style dancing, consider joining the new dance club at Jefferson. There will be an informational meeting in the dance room this Thursday, September 30th at 2:15.  

*Anyone interested in BOYS LACROSSE should attend an informational meeting during the second half of Advisory this Wednesday in Coach Cater's Room C107. 

 

*ADVISORY SCHEDULE FOR WEDNESDAY 9/29

SPOTS Show - Teachers, please find the link in your email

Pathfinders in 9th Grade Advisories

“Transition and Beyond for 12 grade” - Auditorium (Geno)

Boys Lacrosse Mtg - C107  (Cater) 2nd half of Advisory (9:55)

Red Cross Club - C15 (Brooke-Beyer) 2nd half of Advisory (9:55) 

Debate Club - C18 (Simons) 2nd half of Advisory (9:55) 

 

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 27, 2021

CLUBS/ACTIVITIES:

*Hey Jags! Are you interested in a hip hop or majorette style dancing club? Consider joining the new DANCE CLUB at Jefferson. There will be an informational meeting in the dance room this Thursday, September 30th at 2:15.  All students are welcome, both experienced and non experienced. Come check it out! Talk with Kami Nsude or Nashya Staten if you have questions.

*Anyone interested in BOYS LACROSSE should attend an informational meeting during the second half of Advisory this Wednesday in Coach Cater's Room C107.

*ADVISORY SCHEDULE FOR WEDNESDAY 9/29

SPOTS Show

Pathfinders in 9th Grade Advisories

“Transition and Beyond for 12 grade” - Auditorium (Geno)

Boys Lacrosse Mtg - C107  (Cater) 2nd half of Advisory (9:55)

Red Cross Club - C15 (Brooke-Beyer) 2nd half of Advisory (9:55) 

Debate Club - C18 (Simons) 2nd half of Advisory (9:55) 

MISC:

*As Spirit Week continues, be sure to wear your favorite school-appropriate Hawaiian/Beach Day clothes to school tomorrow.

DAILY ANNOUNCMENTS: September 24, 2021

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:
*Next week's college visits are from Hamline University, North Dakota State University, and the University of Missouri. Sign up for college visits on Naviance.

MISC:

*The Homecoming Dance is coming up on Saturday, October 2nd. Tickets will be sold during the lunch periods beginning next Monday, September 27 and will be on sale until Thursday, September 30. Ticket cost is $15 per person. Make sure that you check on Infinite Campus to see if you have any fees, fines, or missing materials. You will not be allowed to purchase a dance ticket if you have any outstanding obligations. If you’re planning to bring a guest from another school, pick up a Guest Form from the main office as soon as possible. The last day for dance forms to be returned to Jefferson is Wednesday, September 29th.

*Monday is the start of Homecoming Spirit Week. Be sure to wear your class colors: Freshmen (gray), Sophomores (blue), Juniors (white), and Seniors (black). Staff should wear Jefferson colors.

 

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 23, 2021

*The Homecoming Dance is coming up on Saturday, October 2nd. Tickets will be sold during the lunch periods beginning next Monday, September 27 and will be on sale until Thursday, September 30. Ticket cost is $15 per person. If you’re planning to bring a guest from another school, pick up a Guest Form from the main office as soon as possible. The last day for dance forms to be returned to Jefferson is Wednesday, September 29th.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 22, 2021

*The Homecoming Dance is coming up on Saturday, October 2nd. Tickets will be sold during the lunch periods beginning next Monday, September 27 and will be on sale until Thursday, September 30. Ticket cost is $15 per person. If you’re planning to bring a guest from another school, pick up a Guest Form from the main office as soon as possible. Forms must be completed and returned to the school no later than Thursday, September 30. You will not be allowed to purchase tickets if your guest form is not completed, so don’t delay!

*For all students who eat school lunch. Please be aware that there is NO second lunch offered. Students are allowed one lunch only. If you want extra food, please bring it from home.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 21, 2021

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*If you are a student leader for a student club or activity and have not yet registered to be a part of this Wednesday's Activities Fair, there is still time. Please email your activity and contact information to Susan Chen.

*Senior Science Olympiad students: If you are interested in being a Captain for the Science Olympiad Team please stop by Mr. Leverenz's room, C127, and get your name on the list by Wednesday. 

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*College representatives want to meet with you! This week's visits are from Cornell College in Iowa, the University of St. Thomas, and Drake University. Sign up for college visits in Naviance.

*There will be a Class of '22 Financial Aid virtual meeting this Thursday at 6:15pm. Learn to fill out financial aid paperwork and have your questions answered.

MISC:

*Attention boys volleyball and "wanna-be" volleyball players! Today is the last day to sign up and pay for the 3rd Annual Boys Powderbuff Volleyball Tournament.  The tournament will be on Wednesday, September 29, from 7 to 9 PM in the main gym.  $20 will get you a t-shirt and a spot on your grade-level team. No pay, no play! See Mr. Sieling in B104 for more information.

 
*The Homecoming Dance is coming up on Saturday, October 2nd. Tickets will be sold during the lunch periods beginning next Monday, September 27 and will be on sale until Thursday, September 30. Ticket cost is $15 per person. If you’re planning to bring a guest from another school, pick up a Guest Form from the main office as soon as possible. Forms must be completed and returned to the school no later than Thursday, September 30. You will not be allowed to purchase tickets if your guest form is not completed, so don’t delay!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 20, 2021

 TEAMS/CLUBS:

*There will be a brief but very important Boys’ Basketball Meeting tomorrow morning in room C109 at 7:35 am.

​​*If you are a student leader for a student club or activity and have not yet registered to be a part of this Wednesday's Activities Fair, there is still time.  Please email your activity and contact information to Susan Chen.

COLLEGE/CAREER:

Monday, September 20
11:30 am-Grinnell College--In person in the Career Center. Register in Naviance 
12:00 pm-Winona State University--In person in the Career Center. 
Register in Naviance
12:30 pm-Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute-Virtual Meeting. Register in Naviance. 
 

Tuesday, September 21
 11:30 am-Cornell College, Iowa-Virtual Meeting. Register in Naviance. 
 

Wednesday, September 22
 11:00 am-University of St. Thomas-In person in the Career Center. Register in Naviance. 
1:00 pm-Drake University--In person in the Career Center. Register in Naviance. 

Thursday, September 23
6:15 pm-Class of 2022-Financial Aid Meeting. Virtual. Learn about how to fill out the FAFSA and get your other financial aid questions answered. 

Link to Counseling Webpage

Link to Career Center Webpage 

Get a Job!

 

MISC:

*Senior Science Olympiad students: If you are interested in being a Captain for the Science Olympiad Team please stop by Mr. Leverenz's room, C127, and get your name on the list by Wednesday. 

*Attention boys volleyball and "wanna-be" volleyball players! Tomorrow is the last day to sign up and pay for the 3rd Annual Boys Powderbuff Volleyball Tournament.  The tournament will be on Wednesday night, September 29, from 7 to 9 PM in the main gym.  $20 will get you a t-shirt and a spot on your grade-level team. No pay, no play! See Mr. Sieling in B104 for more information.

 

*The Homecoming Dance is coming up on Saturday, October 2nd. Tickets will be sold during the lunch periods beginning next Monday, September 27 and will be on sale until Thursday, September 30. Ticket cost is $15 per person. If you’re planning to bring a guest from another school, pick up a Guest Form from the main office as soon as possible. Forms must be completed and returned to the school no later than Thursday, September 30. You will not be allowed to purchase tickets if your guest form is not completed, so don’t delay!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 17, 2021

*Senior Science Olympiad students: If you are interested in being a Captain for the Science Olympiad Team please stop by Mr. Leverenz room, C127, and get your name on the list by Wednesday. 

*Attention boys volleyball players....or wannabe players....Sign up during lunch for the 3rd Annual Boys Powerbuff Volleyball Tournament.  The tournament will be on Wednesday night, September 29, from 7 to 9 PM in the main gym.  $20 will get you a t-shirt and a spot on your grade-level team.  See Mr. Sieling in B104 for more information.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 16, 2021

*Picture MAKE-UP day is tomorrow. Please note, this is NOT a retake day. It is only for students who have not had a picture taken. Ask your teacher about your scheduled time. Seniors should have their picture taken at school as well.

*Senior Science Olympiad students: If you are interested in being a Captain for the Science Olympiad Team please stop by Mr. Leverenz room, C127, and get your name on the list by Wednesday. 

*Attention boys volleyball players....or wannabe players....Sign up during lunch for the 3rd Annual Boys Powerbuff Volleyball Tournament.  The tournament will be on Wednesday night, September 29, from 7 to 9 PM in the main gym.  $20 will get you a t-shirt and a spot on your grade-level team.  See Mr. Sieling in B104 for more information.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 15, 2021

*Picture MAKE-UP day is this Friday, September 17th.  Students will be sent to the auditorium at their scheduled time by their teacher. Please note, this is NOT a retake day. It is only for students who have not had a picture taken yet for this school year. A picture retake day will be announced for a later date. Seniors should have their picture taken here at school as well. This picture will not replace the senior picture you submit for the yearbook.

*If you’re interested in joining the Chess Club, head to the red flex area right after school today for their first meeting.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 14, 2021

*Picture MAKE-UP day is this Friday, September 17th.  Students will be sent to the auditorium at their scheduled time by their teacher. Please note, this is NOT a retake day. It is only for students who have not had a picture taken yet for this school year. A picture retake day will be announced for a later date. Seniors should have their picture taken here at school as well. This picture will not replace the senior picture submitted for the yearbook.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 10, 2021

*PARKING! If you are driving to school you MUST have a trimester parking pass displayed in your car or you are at risk of getting a ticket. Parking passes are almost gone, so don’t wait to purchase yours if you haven’t already done so! We will begin ticketing on Monday, September 13, 2021.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: September 9, 2021

*Do you like to argue and win? Do you want to be able to impress others with your intelligent thinking? Join the Bloomington Debate Team! We have a joint KHS/JHS team which practices from Sept - December. Practices are two times a week and tournaments are on Saturdays. 

Come to our info meeting today in the red flex space right after school to learn more!

Contact Meredith Aby if you have any questions.

*Chess Club is open to new members! If you’d like to learn more about joining the Chess Club, go to the Red Flex room right after school next Wednesday, September 15th.

*This is a reminder to all students from our lunch staff: if you take milk for lunch, you are also required, by the FDA, to take a fruit and a vegetable.

*If you are driving to school you MUST have a trimester parking pass displayed in your car or you are in danger of getting a ticket. Parking passes are almost gone, so don’t wait to purchase yours if you haven’t already done so!