From Mrs. Becker, SADD Sponsor...
Proud of the event my SADD club and I held Friday at school. It was a fun and engaging, and potentially life is saving day emphasizing the importance of positive decision making. Joe White shared his raw and emotional story that I believe students will carry with them.
Special thanks to...
the Kansas Highway Patrol who provided a traffic tip talk with Lt. Dan McCullum and the Seatbelt Convicer that simulates an 8-10 mph crash with Lt. Jodi Clary. Sergent Dana Boyer with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department and our SRO Chuck Haggard, helped the students navigate an obstacle course while wearing the "Fatal Vision Goggles" (aka drunk goggles). And Nurses Abby Martin and Heather Kahler demonstrated the AED and helped teach chest compressions.
Also thanks to the Kansas SAFE (Seatbelts Are For Everyone) program for the funding to hold these events and for providing resources.
TIGER ROAR!!!
Congratulations Mr. Buss! Thank you for all you do for USD 340. TIGER ROAR!!!!
https://www.ksffa.org/news/steve-buss-of-jefferson-west-high-school-named-northeast-district-finalist-for-the-kansas-golden-owl-award/
Jefferson West High School Student Council will be hosting its annual spring blood drive on Tuesday, March 25th, 8am to 2pm. We are calling on all able and willing students and community members to join us in this life-saving effort by donating blood! All donors will receive a free t-shirt as a thank you for their contribution.
Students must be 16 years or older to donate. Students who are exactly 16 must have a parent consent form signed prior to donating. Consent forms may be found in the office or in Mrs. Conley’s room. Students who are 15 and under may not donate. You must present a photo ID with your date of birth on the ID.
To participate in the blood drive, simply book an appointment at savealifenow.org/group, and enter Group Code: TPJA, or you may sign up for a time with Mrs. Conley at the High School. For additional details, please contact Michaela Conley at (785)484-3331 or michaela.conley@usd340.org.
Each donation positively impacts our community!
Friday, March 14, is an early dismissal day. Please plan accordingly.
It's happening, Jeff West community! 🐯
Preschool Family Nights!! -See flyer for more information
Please note: Both dates will consist of the same thing - this way you can choose what date works best for you and your family.
Are you interested in being a Jefferson West High School Cheerleader? If so, please come to the informational meeting for candidates and parents tonight, Monday, at 6pm at the High School.! Even if you are undecided, come ask your questions and see what it's all about. Hope to see you there!
The Jefferson West Education Foundation will be holding its 3rd annual crawfish/shrimp boil on Saturday, April 12. Come eat with us, while contributing to a GREAT foundation!
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Daylight savings time begins Sunday, March 9, at 2am. Clocks advance one hour to make better use of the longer daylight available during spring and summer so that darkness falls at a later clock time. It ends at 2am on Sunday, November 2.
Are you interested in being a Jefferson West High School Cheerleader? If so, please come to the informational meeting for candidates and parents! Even if you are undecided, come ask your questions and see what it's all about. Hope to see you there!
We’re looking for parents and community members to help provide a meaningful experience for our 8th graders. On the morning of April 17th, students will participate in a job shadow to explore different careers and workplace environments. If you or someone you know is willing to host a student or a small group of students for a few hours, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/4i8gV1QRFqLjRbweA.
Your support helps inspire our students and shape their futures—thank you!
Daylight Savings Time starts soon!
Jefferson West USD 340 will operate on a 2-hour delayed start schedule today, Wednesday, March 5. Classes begin at 10am.
There will be NO Washburn Tech, Highland Tech, and TCALC classes. Those students must report to the High School no later than 12:15pm.
TWO HOUR DELAY - MARCH 5 - Due to hazardous conditions, Jefferson West USD 340 will have a two hour delay on Wednesday, March 5. WIT, T-Calc, and HCC Tech will report to the High School at 12:15. 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
