DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 28, 2022

ACTIVITIES: 

*Congratulations to the speech team for having six finalists at the Eastview Tournament on Saturday. Special congratulations to Gianna Givot and Bella Gutierrez who placed 2nd in the honor finals of duo, Irene Zheng who placed 1st in the honor finals of extemporaneous speaking, and Shane Ross who placed 3rd in the finals of extemporaneous speaking.

*Congratulations to The Jefferson Jive, Connection and Show Band members for another successful weekend of competition, proudly representing Jefferson High School at the Hastings "Swinging On The River" competition. Jive claimed another 1st runner up in class A, while Connection made finals for the fourth competition in a row and ascended the podium to claim 2nd runner up. Congratulations Jefferson Show Choirs! We know you will represent Jefferson well at Totino Grace next weekend for your final competition of 2022.

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Attention boys interested in playing golf this spring! There will be a Boys Golf information meeting at 3 PM on Thursday, March 3rd in C28.

*Equipment turn in for Boys Varsity and JV  hockey players will be after school tomorrow, Tuesday, March 1st at 2:45 on the athletic side of the boys locker room.  

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Juniors! Register for ACT prep sessions to get ready for the April test. Sign up using the QR code or web address that are posted on the school monitors. 

*If you think you may be interested in a Supply Chain career, you can learn about opportunities in this field this Thursday, March 3rd during ASEM. Sign up on Naviance if you’re interested in attending.

*Seniors! This Friday, March 4th, is the deadline to apply for an Education Foundation scholarship. Be sure to fill out the application and get it turned in by the deadline date.

 MISC:

*Don’t forget to register and reserve your trimester 3 parking permit as soon as possible. Reserved permits will be available for pick up during finals week in March.

*Dress up in your best space-themed outfit and attend the Outer Space Dance on Friday, March 11th. Tickets will be sold for $5 each during the lunch periods starting today until March 9th. Send your song requests to the JHS Student Council instagram account.

 

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 25, 2022

 TEAMS/CLUBS:
*Attention boys interested in playing golf this spring! There will be a Boys Golf information meeting at 3 PM on Thursday, March 3rd in C28.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Juniors! Register for ACT prep sessions to get ready for the April test. Sign up using the QR code or web address that are posted on the school monitors. 

*Are you interested in a Supply Chain career? Learn about opportunities in this field on Thursday, March 3rd during ASEM. Sign up on Naviance if you’re interested in attending.

*Seniors! March 4th is the deadline to apply for an Education Foundation scholarship. Be sure to fill out the application and get it turned in by the deadline date.

MISC:

*Be sure to register and reserve your trimester 3 parking permit as soon as possible. We expect to sell out again, so don’t wait to register! Reserved permits will be available for pick up during finals week in March.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 24, 2022

 TEAMS/CLUBS:

Attention students in the BSU Club! BSU will be meeting today after school in Ms. Johnson's class, C-27.

MISC:
*Be sure to register and reserve your trimester 3 parking permit as soon as possible. We expect to sell out again, so don’t wait to register! Reserved permits will be available for pick up during finals week in March.

*TJ Coffeehouse returns this Friday morning. You can purchase your favorite treats and beverages beginning at 8:15 AM. This week’s specialty drink is Red Velvet Latte.  Please be ready to pay with small bills and plan to arrive at your classes one time. For this TJ Coffeehouse, Earth Corps will place paper compost bags in classrooms. You can compost napkins, food scraps, and donut bags. Items that cannot be composted, such as coffee cups and plastic, must be thrown in the trash. There will be an Organics bin at Coffeehouse and during lunch starting Friday. Please sort your lunch appropriately. There will be signs and volunteers to help. See you at the coffeehouse tomorrow morning!

 

 

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 22, 2022

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Congratulations to the speech team for having TEN finalists at the very competitive 52nd Annual Bloomington Tournament on Saturday.  Special congratulations to Ellie Meier, who was the champion in the honor finals of impromptu speaking; Will Moen, who was the champion in the honor finals of humor; and Sorin Czoschke, who was the champion in the varsity finals of creative expression.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:
*Don’t forget that you need to attend at least one college meeting before graduation. This week's opportunities come from Upper Iowa University and the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Sign up on Naviance if you’re interested in attending.

 MISC:

*Be sure to register and reserve your trimester 3 parking permit as soon as possible. We expect to sell out again, so don’t wait to register! Reserved permits will be available for pick up during finals week in March.

*TJ Coffeehouse returns this Friday morning. You can purchase your favorite treats and beverages beginning at 8:15 AM.  Please be ready to pay with small bills and plan to arrive at your classes one time. See you Friday morning!

*Lunch will be available after school today for any student interested. If you ride a bus home, please note that the buses will leave school today at 12:45 PM.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 17, 2022

 TEAMS/CLUBS:

*Boys interested in playing volleyball this spring should come to the first open gym tomorrow from 12:00 to 2:00 in the main gym. Contact Mr. Sieling for more information.

 MISC:
*Be sure to register and reserve your trimester 3 parking permit as soon as possible. We expect to sell out again, so don’t wait to register! Reserved permits will be available for pick up during finals week in March.

*Today is the last day to check the Lost and Found tables before items will be donated or repurposed. Be sure to check the tables in Flag Hall and in the main office for your missing items before school ends today.

*Remember that tomorrow is an asynchronous learning day for all students and Monday is a national holiday. We will plan on seeing you back at school again on Tuesday, February 22. Enjoy your long weekend!

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 16, 2022

 MISC:

*Trimester 3 parking permit registration is now available online. Be sure to register and reserve your permit as soon as possible. We expect to sell out again this trimester, so don’t wait to register! Reserved permits will be available for pick up during finals week in March.

*Lost and Found tables are in Flag Hall until Thursday of this week. Be sure to stop by and take a look. Smaller, more valuable items may be in the main office. Any items not claimed by the owner will be donated or repurposed at the end of the school day on Thursday.

*Remember that this week we have a Block Day schedule. Check Infinite Campus for your Academic Seminar room assignments for today and tomorrow.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 14, 2022

TEAMS/CLUBS:
*Ultimate Frisbee is a fun mixed-gender team sport. If you're looking for a new or additional spring activity, come to the informational meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, February 15th after school in C25.

*Congratulations to the speech team who had 13 award winners at the St. Michael-Albertville Tournament on Saturday.  Special congratulations to the following students who placed in the varsity finals: Ellie Meier placed 4th in POI, Will Moen placed 4th in humor, Kailey Tan placed 5th in creative, Sorin Czoschke placed 2nd in creative, and Shane Ross placed 1st in expository speaking. Great job everyone!

*Congratulations to our Jefferson Show Choirs on another impressive day of competition on Saturday. At St. Paul ROCK THE NORTH, Jive took 1st runner up in class A, and Connection made the finals once again and came from behind to place 4th runner up ahead of Totino Grace. Senior, Aedan Bertrand was recognized with the show stopper award and Jefferson was awarded best crew for Jive's performance. Great job, show choirs!

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*If you are interested in real estate and being a realtor, sign up in Naviance to learn more about opportunities in this field. The real estate Spotlight Speaker will be here this Thursday during ASEM.

 MISC:

*Trimester 3 parking permit registration is now available online. Be sure to register and reserve your permit as soon as possible. We expect to sell out again this trimester, so don’t wait to register! Reserved permits will be available for pick up during finals week in March.

*Freshmen, if you did not receive a Chromebook case during Advisory last Wednesday and would like one, please stop by the Media Center tech desk to pick one up. 

 

 

 

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 10, 2022

 CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:
*Students who are interested in BCCA’s Auto Tech, Motion Control, or Small Engines classes should see Ms. Wallerick in the Career Center by the end of the school day today to sign up for next Tuesday’s field trip to Hennepin Tech.

*If you think you might be interested in being a realtor, learn about opportunities in this field by signing up for next Thursday’s ASEM Career Spotlight speaker. You can register on Naviance or by using the posted QR code.

 MISC:

*Trimester 3 parking permit registration will be available online beginning Monday, February 14th. Be sure to register and reserve your permit as soon as possible. We expect to sell out again this trimester, so don’t wait to register! Reserved permits will be available for pick up during finals week in March.

*Freshmen, if you did not receive a Chromebook case during Advisory on Wednesday and would like one, please stop by the Media Center tech desk and pick one up. 

 

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 9, 2022

 TEAMS/CLUBS:
*If you are interested in participating in golf this spring, there will be a brief (but very important) Girls Golf meeting after school next Tuesday, February 15th in coach Evens classroom, C109. If you cannot attend, please see Coach Evens prior to the 15th of February.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*There will be a field trip to Hennepin Tech on Tuesday, February 15th for students interested in BCCA’s Auto Tech, Motion Control, or Small Engines classes. Email Ms. Wallerick or stop by the career Center no later than Thursday, February 10th if you’re interested in attending.

MISC:

*Trimester 3 parking permit registration will be available online beginning Monday, February 14th. Be sure to register and reserve your permit as soon as possible. We expect to sell out again this trimester, so don’t wait to register! Reserved permits will be available for pick up during finals week in March.

*Students, you will be going to your Advisory after first period today to register for next year's courses. Make sure to bring your Chromebook to class. Academic Seminar will take place on Thursday.  

 

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 8, 2022

COLLEGE/CAREER:

*There will be a field trip to Hennepin Tech on Tuesday, February 15th for students interested in BCCA’s Auto Tech, Motion Control, or Small Engines classes. Email Ms. Wallerick or stop by the career Center by Thursday, February 10th if you’re interested in attending.

*Juniors, the next ACT after-school prep session is tomorrow. Contact Ms. Wallerick with any questions.

TEAMS/CLUBS:
*Track and Field runners, jumpers, and throwers! This is a reminder that there are evening meetings this week for participants and parents. The boys’ meeting is tonight at 6:00 PM and the girls’ meeting is tomorrow night at 6:30 PM. The track meetings will be in the Media Center.

MISC:

*Students, tomorrow you will be going to your Advisory after first hour to register for next year's courses. Make sure to bring your Chromebook. Academic Seminar will take place on Thursday.  

 

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 7, 2022

 TEAMS/CLUBS:
*The Girl Up Club invites you to join them after school this Wednesday to make Valentine’s Day cards for Cornerstone. Be in room C31 right after school if you’d like to participate.

*The Red Cross Club will be selling roses this week during the lunch periods. Buy Valentine’s Day roses for friends for just $3 each. Proceeds will go to the Red Cross Association. Please note, you will need to show ID in order to purchase roses.

*Track and Field runners, jumpers and throwers, this is a reminder that there are evening meetings this week for participants and parents. The boys’ meeting is Tuesday at 6:00 PM and the girls’ meeting is Wednesday at 6:30 PM. The track meetings will be in the Media Center.

*Congratulations to our Jefferson Show Choirs who competed at the Memorial Winterfest competition in Eau Claire over the weekend. The JIVE choir brought home a first place win in Division A and the Connection Choir was the Grand Champion of Division AA. The show choir band also added to the success of the weekend by winning the 2nd highest point total in their category. Again, congratulations to all involved.

*Congratulations to Grace Jarvis, Maya Holzman and Anne-Lousie Kolstad

who won the Ping-Pong Parachute event in the Science Olympiad Regional Tournament. The Jag Science Olympiad team will perform at State on March 5th.

*Congratulations to the Bloomington Speech team for having 11 finalists at the Prior Lake Speech Tournament on Saturday.  Special congrats to Sorin Czoschke who placed 3rd in varsity creative, Will Moen who placed 3rd in honors humor, Gianna Givot and Bella Gutierrez who placed 2nd in novice duo, Kehan Chen who placed 1st in novice discussion, and Shane Ross who placed first in novice extemporaneous speaking.

MISC:

*Students, this Wednesday, you will be going to your Advisory after first hour to register for next year's courses. Make sure to bring your Chromebook. Academic Seminar will take place on Thursday.  

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 3, 2022

 ACTIVITIES: 
*Good luck to our show choirs this weekend as they travel to Eau Claire to compete in the Memorial Winterfest Show Choir competition. We know your hard work will pay and that you’ll represent Jefferson well.

TEAMS/CLUBS:

*The Red Cross Club will be  holding a fundraiser during next week's lunch periods beginning on Monday, February 7th. Buy Valentine’s Day roses for friends for just $3 each. Proceeds go to the Red Cross Association.

*The Girl Up Club would love for you to join them after school next Wednesday, February 9th, to make Valentine’s Day cards for Cornerstone. Be in room C31 right after school if you’d like to participate.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:

*Interested in being a social worker? Learn more about opportunities in this field on Thursday, February 10th during ASEM. Sign up on Naviance or by using the posted QR code. Next week’s college meetings are with representatives from the University of Missouri and from North Dakota State University. Sign up on Naviance to attend.

*There will be a field trip to Hennepin Tech on Tuesday, February 15th for students interested in BCCA’s Auto Tech, Motion Control, or Small Engines classes. Email Ms. Wallerick or stop by the Career Center by the end of the school day today if you’re interested in going.

MISC:

*ACCESS testing for select students begins on Monday. You will be sent a pass if you need to take this test. Testing takes place in the Blue Lab. Be sure to arrive with your fully charged Chromebook. See Ms. Stack with any questions.

DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: February 2, 2022

 CLUBS/ACTIVITIES:

*The Red Cross Club will be  holding a fundraiser during next week's lunch periods beginning on Monday, February 7th. Buy Valentine’s Day roses for friends for just $3 each. Proceeds go to the Red Cross Association.

CAREER/COLLEGE CENTER:
*Interested in being a social worker? Learn more about opportunities in this field on Thursday, February 10th during ASEM. Sign up on Naviance or by using the posted QR code.

*There will be a field trip to Hennepin Tech on Tuesday, February 15th for students interested in BCCA’s Auto Tech, Motion Control, or Small Engines classes. Email Ms. Wallerick or stop by the Career Center by the end of the school day tomorrow if you’re interested in going.

MISC:

*ACCESS testing for select students begins on Monday. You will be sent a pass if you need to take this test. Testing takes place in the Blue Lab. Be sure to arrive with your fully charged Chromebook. See Ms. Stack with any questions.