TWO HOUR DELAY - MARCH 5 - Due to hazardous conditions, Jefferson West USD 340 will have a two hour delay on Wednesday, March 5. Classes begin at 10am. There will be NO Washburn Tech, TCALC, and Highland Tech classes and those students should report to the High School no later than 12:15pm. Be safe, Tigers!
Booster Club meeting tonight at Gambino's. Meeting starts at 6pm. Join us!
A special Board of Education meeting has been scheduled for Monday, March 24, 5:30pm, at Jefferson West High School.
Agenda Information: https://usd340.diligent.community/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=128
The Kansas City Metro Challenger Football League is an organized flag football league for boys and girls ages 5 and up who have special needs. They play in the fall and spring with open enrollment throughout the year. Players from all over are welcome and will accommodate anyone who wants to play. There is no fee to play or equipment to buy. As long as players and their parents are willing to travel to the Heritage Park Football Complex, they will be given a wonderful and safe place to play football.
Please check out their website, www.kcmetrochallenger.org, to register online, see league details, game schedules, and find contact information. The following youtube link showcases participating in their games. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yn0pKB2nvE
This week ,USD 340 Jefferson West celebrates Read Across America. Read Across America is an annual celebration of reading that schools all across the country participate in. It's a chance to inspire more students to become avid readers and host activities that bring your whole community closer together.
Tigers, lets celebrate the joy of reading!
Regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting, Monday, March 3, at 6:30pm in the Jefferson West High School Library.
Agenda: https://usd340.diligent.community/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=122
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83017353446?pwd=W6b4U7tykAuKjwbBucrkLQ5zrp6GT1.1
Chamber of Commerce Pancake Feed Saturday, March 8th. Spread the word!
See flyer for details! 🥞
USD 340 Board of Education came together with staff, teachers, and community members tonight to discuss one of their board goals - Staff Recruitment and Retention. Administration, staff members, teachers, even teachers from other districts, and a few community members were in attendance while they discussed strategies to address staff recruitment and retention with board members.
On behalf of the USD 340 BoE, we would like to thank you all for your time, commitment to bettering our schools and outstanding input!
Changes are coming to the Middle School after Spring Break for drop off and pick up in the morning and afternoon. Please refer to the diagram for explanation and instructions.
If you have a High School student, family member, or daycare who drops the student off and/or picks up, please make sure they are aware of these changes.
The new preschool playground was delivered today! 🛝 We're looking forward to seeing it assembled and all the little Tiger Cubs put it to use come the 2025-26 school year! 🐯
A special Board of Education meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, February 26, 5:30pm, at Jefferson West High School. This is the February 12 rescheduled meeting due to weather.
Agenda Information: https://usd340.diligent.community/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=127
On Wednesday, 2/26, High School Student Services Coordinator Kasey Jensen will be hosting an informational meeting for incoming freshman (current 8th graders). It will be held at in the High School Commons at 7pm. Please plan to attend!
Save the date: Saturday, March 1st, 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M.! Join us as we celebrate heart health in February with nutrition and activities at Jeff West Elementary School Open Gym!
See flyer for details.
FEBRUARY 19 & 20 - Due to continued weather conditions, Jefferson West USD 340 will be closed Wednesday, February 19 and Thursday, February 20. All events and activities are cancelled. This also applies to those students who attend Washburn Tech, Highland Tech, and TCALC.
FEBRUARY 18 - Due to projected weather conditions, Jefferson West USD 340 will be closed Tuesday, February 18. All events and activities are cancelled. This also applies to those students who attend Washburn Tech, Highland Tech, and TCALC.
THANK YOU JEFFERSON WEST EDUCATION FOUNDATION!!
Congratulations to all of the teachers and staff who were awarded over $5,000 in funds for projects and programs they want to bring to Jefferson West!
Kindergarten Round-Up will be April 7th! See flyer for details.
Please help us spread the word!
Remember - USD 340 will not have classes on Monday, February 17, due to Parent/Teacher/IPS Conferences.
Washburn Tech and Highland Tech will have classes.
It’s winter in Kansas and, while we’ve already had some crazy driving conditions, there’s still a lot of the season left. It’s likely that between now and spring, we’ll see more difficult driving days in our future.
If you haven’t done so already, be sure your vehicle is packed with a winter weather survival kit. It should include a first aid kit, a blanket and/or heavy clothing, flashlights, an ice scraper and shovel, jumper cables, matches and candles or flares, non-perishable food, a tow rope or chain, and don’t forget some sand or kitty litter for traction in case you get stuck.
Planning ahead is key to safe driving. Before hitting the road, call 511 or visit KanDrive.gov for road conditions.
If you can postpone your plans for when the roads are safer, that’s always your best option. But if not, here’s a few tips to help stay safe:
· Ensure your tires are properly inflated and not too worn
· Check your wipers to ensure they are in good working order
· Have at least a half tank of fuel
· Fully charge your cell phone in case of emergency
· Clear your windshield and windows completely to ensure you can see everything happening around you
· Drive slowly and stop slowly
· Increase your following distance
· Plan your route ahead of time to avoid closed or snow packed roads
· Avoid risky behaviors such as texting or talking on the phone
· And, of course, BUCKLE UP!
Finally, be sure someone knows when you are leaving for your destination and approximately when you should arrive. Taking a few extra steps in planning can go a long way towards keeping you and others on the road safe!
This Valentine's Day, our hearts are full of appreciation for the incredible community that surrounds our schools . USD 340 wishes you a day overflowing with love and joy!
