October 6, 2025

Bullying Awareness Week

Did you know that October is National Bullying Prevention Month? Starting on October 21st, Positivity Club will be hosting Bullying Awareness Week to promote inclusivity, unity, and a sense of belonging at Jefferson. Join us all week for activities and spirit days to show how we can all be upstanders against bullying!

Diversity and Inclusion Club

New club alert!!

Do you believe every student has a story worth hearing? Do you want to help make our school a place where everyone feels seen, accepted, and valued? Then come join the Diversity & Inclusion Club — open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders!

What we’ll do:

• Read and discuss books, stories, and media that highlight diverse voices

• Share experiences, identities, and perspectives in a safe space

• Plan school-wide events, campaigns, and projects to promote inclusion

• Be part of a team that helps shape the culture of our school

Why join?

• Grow your understanding, empathy, and leadership

• Meet and collaborate with students across grades

• Make a visible, positive impact on our school community

When & Where:

Meetings will be held once a month, one morning and one after school. Our first meeting will be on 10/16 before school 7:15- 7:45 in Room 109 and on 10/20 after school 2:50- 3:30.

All are welcome — whether you come to share, learn, or support. Bring your curiosity, your voice, and an open heart. Let’s build a school where everyone belongs.

If you have questions, contact Mrs. Hartman or Ms. White. We hope to see you there!

October 7, 2025

Yearbook Meeting

There will be a yearbook meeting tomorrow. See you tomorrow at 7:15 in room 209!

Bullying Awareness Week

Did you know that October is National Bullying Prevention Month? Starting on October 21st, Positivity Club will be hosting Bullying Awareness Week to promote inclusivity, unity, and a sense of belonging at Jefferson. Join us all week for activities and spirit days to show how we can all be upstanders against bullying!

Diversity and Inclusion Club

New club alert!!

Do you believe every student has a story worth hearing? Do you want to help make our school a place where everyone feels seen, accepted, and valued? Then come join the Diversity & Inclusion Club — open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders!

What we’ll do:

• Read and discuss books, stories, and media that highlight diverse voices

• Share experiences, identities, and perspectives in a safe space

• Plan school-wide events, campaigns, and projects to promote inclusion

• Be part of a team that helps shape the culture of our school

Why join?

• Grow your understanding, empathy, and leadership

• Meet and collaborate with students across grades

• Make a visible, positive impact on our school community

When & Where:

Meetings will be held once a month, one morning and one after school. Our first meeting will be on 10/16 before school 7:15- 7:45 in Room 109 and on 10/20 after school 2:50- 3:30.

All are welcome — whether you come to share, learn, or support. Bring your curiosity, your voice, and an open heart. Let’s build a school where everyone belongs.

If you have questions, contact Mrs. Hartman or Ms. White. We hope to see you there!

Patriots Plus Protocol

Our new Patriots Plus Protocol is to be an upstander. Have courage this week and every day to speak up for what is right. If you see a problem, say something or ask for help.

Fun Friday

Fun Friday in the LC will also be tomorrow! Join Ms. Espinoza and Ms. Calderon for a celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month! Come make paper flowers, compete in a Kahoot, or sing along to Bad Bunny! This Fun Friday will also be held on Friday, October 17th!

October 8, 2025

Patriot Press

Calling all newsies! Our next Patriot Press meeting is before school on Tuesday, October 21 in room 231. Join us at 7:15 or when your bus drops you off. That is Tuesday the 21st, not next week. See Ms. Bert or Mr. Heffernan with questions.

Speech and Drama updates

Speech and Drama Team and especially Improv Team--

Please stop by outside of Room 226 today to pick up your revised rehearsal and performance calendar. Also, if you are doing an Improv Duet or a Group Improv, you need to sign up your teams on the posters. Teams will be finalized at the end of the day today, Wednesday. If you aren't signed up, you will not be able to perform.

There is a change in rehearsal times and dates as well as a dress rehearsal and performance update--please come to 226 to get your copy.

Future Problem Solvers

Future Problem Solvers Team--please come see Mrs. Nekolny some time today to get an update on our meeting times and materials. Community Project booklets should be delivered next week!

Bullying Awareness Week

Did you know that October is National Bullying Prevention Month? Starting on October 21st, Positivity Club will be hosting Bullying Awareness Week to promote inclusivity, unity, and a sense of belonging at Jefferson. Join us all week for activities and spirit days to show how we can all be upstanders against bullying!

Cheer Clinics

Greetings, Patriots! Don't miss cheer clinics, October 20th - October 27th from 6:45 am -7:45 am in the Tile gym. Contact Mrs. Miles or Ms. White if you have any questions.

Diversity and Inclusion Club

New club alert!!

Do you believe every student has a story worth hearing? Do you want to help make our school a place where everyone feels seen, accepted, and valued? Then come join the Diversity & Inclusion Club — open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders!

What we’ll do:

• Read and discuss books, stories, and media that highlight diverse voices

• Share experiences, identities, and perspectives in a safe space

• Plan school-wide events, campaigns, and projects to promote inclusion

• Be part of a team that helps shape the culture of our school

Why join?

• Grow your understanding, empathy, and leadership

• Meet and collaborate with students across grades

• Make a visible, positive impact on our school community

When & Where:

Meetings will be held once a month, one morning and one after school. Our first meeting will be on 10/16 before school 7:15- 7:45 in Room 109 and on 10/20 after school 2:50- 3:30.

All are welcome — whether you come to share, learn, or support. Bring your curiosity, your voice, and an open heart. Let’s build a school where everyone belongs.

If you have questions, contact Mrs. Hartman or Ms. White. We hope to see you there!

October 2, 2025

GSA Meeting

GSA will meet both before and after school this Thursday in room 229. The morning meeting will be from 7:20-7:45 and the after school meeting will be from 3:00-3:30. Questions? See Ms. Palubicki!

Cross Country

Come out today after school to cheer on the cross county team for our last meet of the season before conference! Concessions will be available inside, so stop by after school to cheer on your patriots as they run their way to victory!

Fun Friday in the LC

Fun Friday in the LC this week is a celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month with Ms. Calderon and Ms. Espinoza! Starting at 7:30 in the morning, all students are invited for a Kahoot, making paper flowers, and for a Bad Bunny sing along!

Students who need to continue working on their bedazzled books can also come to the LC at 7:15. See Mrs. Nelson with any questions!

Student Council Meeting

Student Council's next meeting will be held on Monday, October 6th in room 120 from 7:20 to 7:45am. It's never too late to join! Any questions? Please see Mrs. Brown or Mrs. Stiger. See you Monday morning!

Intramural Eclipse Ball

Attention all students looking for a fun way to start their day. Intramural Eclipse ball will be starting next Monday, October 6th in the wood gym. Anyone interested in participating in Intramural Eclipse ball need only show up on Monday morning at 6:45. If you have any questions about Intramural Eclipse ball, please ask Mr. Blanco

Patriot Press

Calling all newsies! Patriot Press is looking for reporters, researchers, writers, photographs, and artists. No experience is needed and all grade levels are welcome. We are trying something new this year! We will meet before school on Tuesdays starting next week in room 231 at 7:15 or when your bus arrives. You can also see Mr. Heffernan or Ms. Bert if you can't make the meetings. We can add you to the Canvas page, and you can participate that way! Patriot Press next Tuesday before school in room 231. See you there!

Positivity Club

Positivity Club is meeting again this week on Friday, October 3rd at 7:15am in room 102. We will finalize our Bullying Awareness Week plan! All are welcome!

Improv Team

The after school Improv Team meeting is cancelled for Thursday. Mrs. Nekolny is out.

Please remember to get your permission slips in by tomorrow and we will continue Memorized rehearsals and add Improv time starting next week. See you then!

Cheerleading

Good morning, Patriots! Cheer season is starting soon! Come out for cheer clinics to learn the dance, jumps, cheer and chants for tryouts. Cheer clinics begin October 20th at 6:45 am in the Tile Gym. Tryouts are on October 27th after school. Contact Mrs. Miles or Ms. White with any questions.

Volleyball

October 3, 2025

Spirit Week

As the week comes to an end, some of you may have noticed that some teachers and staff participated in an underground secret spirit week.

Monday- Spirit wear

Tuesday- Tie Dye

Wednesday- Zoom day (business on top, comfy on the bottom)

Thursday-Hat day

Today-Denim day

Soon you can also show your school spirit during your school-wide spirit days.

Student Council Meeting

Student Council's next meeting will be held on Monday, October 6th in room 120 from 7:20 to 7:45am. It's never too late to join! Any questions? Please see Mrs. Brown or Mrs. Stiger. See you Monday morning!

Intramural Eclipse Ball

Attention all students looking for a fun way to start their day. Intramural Eclipse ball will be starting next Monday, October 6th in the wood gym. Anyone interested in participating in Intramural Eclipse ball need only show up on Monday morning at 6:45. If you have any questions about Intramural Eclipse ball, please ask Mr. Blanco

Patriot Press

Calling all newsies! Patriot Press is looking for reporters, researchers, writers, photographs, and artists. No experience is needed and all grade levels are welcome. We are trying something new this year! We will meet before school on Tuesdays starting next week in room 231 at 7:15 or when your bus arrives. You can also see Mr. Heffernan or Ms. Bert if you can't make the meetings. We can add you to the Canvas page, and you can participate that way! Patriot Press next Tuesday before school in room 231. See you there!

Cheerleading

Good morning, Patriots! Cheer season is starting soon! Come out for cheer clinics to learn the dance, jumps, cheer and chants for tryouts. Cheer clinics begin October 20th at 6:45 am in the Tile Gym. Tryouts are on October 27th after school. Contact Mrs. Miles or Ms. White with any questions.

Fall Fundraiser

Great news….with SOO MANY OF YOU so close to earning Scene 75, we are extending the fundraiser to the END OF NEXT WEEK.  Therefore, all the orders your storefront receives through midnight on NEXT Friday, Oct. 10^th, will count towards your BONUS PRIZES and the Scene 75 trip. 

Just go to www.funderworks.com/JJHS to register, create your avatar, and complete registration with 12+ email addresses of those family members, family friends & co-workers of your parents!  It supports our very own Home & School Association… who work hard to support YOU!

Let’s go, PATRIOTS, and reach 1^st PLACE!