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!
Friday, February 14, is Late Start! Busses will run two hours late, and classes begin at 10am. Highland Tech transportation will run as scheduled. Washburn Tech will NOT have classes.
Tonight our 8th grade basketball boys are playing in the League Championship game against Atchison. Head out to Rossville tonight and fill the stands to cheer these boys on! Game time is 6:30pm.
Friends of Jefferson West -
Have you ever paid a bill? Are you 18 or older? Would you like to have fun helping Sophomores and Juniors at Jefferson West High School and Eighth graders at Jefferson West Middle School practice finances?
YES? Then, please join us as a volunteer for Reality U's financial simulator at Jefferson West High School on Friday, February 21.
What does it look like to volunteer? The students take a pre-survey of what they want their life to look like at 26 years old. When they arrive at Reality U, they will get a paycheck based on their survey and need to go pay their bills for the month! Volunteers will get to run a booth as a sales rep for housing, phone, transportation, and more! The booth info and training will be provided. We just need YOU!
Together, we get to help students connect their current education with their financial future! Please use the link below to sign up for one, two or all three time slots to volunteer at a booth. If you cannot volunteer but have a friend who would be perfect for this activity or would like to help, please share the link with them.
February 21, 2025 -
Session 1: 8:05-9:25
Session 2: 9:35-11:00
Session 3: 12:30-1:55
To sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkfYU1L_l7DoxsiLE0fn6PNMa0sh27FM3evEzJpAxk6oVaAA/viewform?usp=sharing
Friday, February 14, is Late Start! Busses will run two hours late, and classes begin at 10am. Highland Tech transportation will run as scheduled. Washburn Tech will NOT have classes.
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.
Agenda Information: https://usd340.diligent.community/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=127
FEBRUARY 12 - Due to projected weather conditions, Jefferson West USD 340 will be closed, Wednesday, February 12. All events and activities are cancelled. This also applies to those students who attend Washburn Tech, Highland Tech, and TCALC.
RESCHEDULED FOR 2/26 DUE TO EXPECTED WEATHER.
A special Board of Education meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, 5:30pm, at Jefferson West High School. Agenda Information: https://usd340.diligent.community/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=127
The Jefferson West Education Foundation will be hosting a BBQ Fundraiser at the High School on Tuesday, February 11, 5:30-7:30pm. The $7-meal consists of a pulled pork sandwich, chips, cookie, and water. High School basketball games are being hosted that night as well vs. Sabetha. Game admission is $5/person (K-Adult). Make a night of it with a great meal and home basketball!
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10TH – USD 340 – NO CLASSES
Washburn Tech and Highland Tech will have classes and depart as scheduled.
Don't forget tonight we host our Girls Wrestling Mixer at the Middle School. Wrestling should start at 4pm. We will also be recognizing our 8th grade boy and girl wrestlers and their parents. Recognition should start around 5:30pm. All parents being recognized will get in for free.
Come out and support our wrestlers!
Lots going on this week!
This week is School Counselor Week, and USD 340 Jefferson West has the best!
Phil Korb - Elementary School, Payton Andrews - Middle School, Kasey Jensen - High School...All you do for our students (and your colleagues) does not go unnoticed! It is a pleasure to work with you and wish you an awesome second half of the school year! HUGE TIGER ROAR!!!
Tiger Families,
A stomach bug, strep and other illnesses have been reported in our schools. We are taking additional measures to stop the spread here at school and ask you to do the same at home. Ways to do this include covering your cough, washing hands, and staying home when ill. Students are required to stay home and may not return until 24 hours after fever, throwing up, or diarrhea free without the use of fever reducing medication. Reminder: we cannot medicate for symptoms of illness.
-Nurse Abby and Nurse Kelsey
Regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting, Monday, February 3rd, at 6:30pm in the Jefferson West High School Library.
Agenda: https://usd340.diligent.community/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=121
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88359705958?pwd=U8uIl4szuMWxI2SIR8NKPVbfZVb1If.1
