Jefferson West Preschool

USD 340 Jefferson West is currently seeking applicants for several immediate openings:
Full-Time Evening Custodian
Full-Time Groundskeeper/Maintenance Assistant
Substitute Food Service
Substitute Custodian
Substitute Bus Driver

We also have the following openings for the 2026–2027 school year:
Driver’s Education Instructor (Summer 2026)
High School English Language Arts & Public Speaking
High School Art
Elementary 3rd Grade Teacher
High School Assistant Football Coach
High School Assistant Track Coach
High School Student Council Sponsor
Middle School Assistant Volleyball Coach
Middle School Head Boys Basketball Coach
High School Head Girls Basketball Coach

Interested applicants can visit https://www.usd340.org/page/employment to apply.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of students!

🚗Jefferson West High School Annual Car Show 🚗

The Jefferson West High School Student Council is excited to host our Annual Car Show next Friday! We invite students, staff, and community members to join us for this fun event—whether as a participant or spectator!
📅 Friday, April 24
⏰ 11am-12:30pm (during High School Advisory/Lunch)

🚘 Have a vehicle to showcase?
Sign up and be part of the show! A Liability Release form is required for all participants.

🏆 Awards will be given, so don’t miss your chance to show off your ride and share your passion with the school community!

📄 Be sure to check out the event poster and help spread the word by sharing on social media.

📩 Questions? Contact Mrs. Michaela Conley at the High School or email michaela.conley@usd340.org

Thanks for your support—see you at the show! 🔥

🎉 Administrator of the Year Honors 🎉

Dr. Brad Neuenswander, superintendent, was recognized as the Kansas Scholastic Press Association (KSPA) Administrator of the Year during a surprise event at the high school Friday morning.

Barbara Tholen, KSPA executive director, presented the award as members of the yearbook and news magazine staffs, along with students and staff, gathered to celebrate the occasion.

Dr. Neuenswander has accepted an invitation to attend the formal recognition ceremony on Saturday, May 2, at the University of Kansas.

This prestigious award honors administrators who:
Encourage academic and professional growth for both students and journalism teachers;
Provide personal support and encouragement for students and journalism advisers;
Ensure adequate and appropriate financial support for student media;
Recognize the importance of journalism within a complete secondary school curriculum.

Congratulations to Dr. Neuenswander on this well-deserved honor! TIGER ROAR!!

🏃‍♂️🐯 Track Meet Volunteers Needed! 🐯🏃‍♀️

We are looking for volunteers to help with our upcoming High School Track Meets. A variety of positions are available—your help makes a big difference!

📅 JV Meet: Monday, April 13
⏰ Events begin at 4pm
👉 Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0848A8AE2EA3FA7-57456077-20252026

📅 Varsity Meet: Tuesday, April 21
⏰ Events begin at 3:30pm
👉 Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0848A8AE2EA3FA7-57456088-20252026

Thank you for supporting our student-athletes! 💪

📢🐯 Schedule Update — Friday, April 10 🐯📢

There will be NO Late Start on Friday, April 10, contrary to the printed calendar.

This change was made during summer break—classes will begin at the regular time.

Please plan accordingly! 🐯

🏃‍♂️🐯 Track Meet Volunteers Needed! 🐯🏃‍♀️

We are looking for volunteers to help with our upcoming High School Track Meets. A variety of positions are available—your help makes a big difference!

📅 JV Meet: Monday, April 13
⏰ Events begin at 4pm
👉 Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0848A8AE2EA3FA7-57456077-20252026

📅 Varsity Meet: Tuesday, April 21
⏰ Events begin at 3:30pm
👉 Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0848A8AE2EA3FA7-57456088-20252026

Thank you for supporting our student-athletes! 💪

📢🐯 Schedule Update — Friday, April 10 🐯📢

There will be NO Late Start on Friday, April 10, contrary to the printed calendar.

This change was made during summer break—classes will begin at the regular time.

Please plan accordingly! 🐯

For those returning or new to JWPS for the 26-27 school year, we invite you to join us for Parent Night!

Hope to see you there!

📢🐯 No School Reminder — Monday, April 6 🐯📢

There will be NO SCHOOL for USD 340 & HCCTC on Monday, April 6.

🚍 Washburn Tech:
Classes WILL be in session, and transportation will run on its regular schedule.

Please plan accordingly!

🏃‍♂️🐯 Track Meet Volunteers Needed! 🐯🏃‍♀️

We are looking for volunteers to help with our upcoming High School Track Meets. A variety of positions are available—your help makes a big difference!

📅 JV Meet: Monday, April 13
⏰ Events begin at 4pm
👉 Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0848A8AE2EA3FA7-57456077-20252026

📅 Varsity Meet: Tuesday, April 21
⏰ Events begin at 3:30pm
👉 Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0848A8AE2EA3FA7-57456088-20252026

Thank you for supporting our student-athletes! 💪

🌸 Easter Break Information 🌸

USD 340 & HCCTC will be on Easter Break — please see the image for full details.

📌 Reminder: Washburn Tech WILL have classes on April 3 and April 6.

Enjoy the break! 🐣🌷

📚 National Librarian Day — Saturday, April 4 📚

Saturday we celebrate National Librarian Day and recognize the incredible impact our librarians have on students and staff every day! From helping us find the perfect book to supporting research and learning, librarians truly do it all. 📖✨

Be sure to take a moment to say thank you to our amazing librarians! 🖤🤍❤️👏

📢🐯 Schedule Update — Friday, April 10 🐯📢

There will be NO Late Start on Friday, April 10, contrary to the printed calendar.

This change was made during summer break—classes will begin at the regular time.

Please plan accordingly! 🐯

🌸 Easter Break Information 🌸

USD 340 & HCCTC will be on Easter Break — please see the image for full details.

📌 Reminder: Washburn Tech WILL have classes on April 3 and April 6.

Enjoy the break! 🐣🌷

USD 340 Paraprofessionals have a valuable impact in education every day at Jefferson West, and today we celebrate them!

Our paraprofessionals often assist teachers in classrooms by working with students either in small groups or one-on-one. They work tirelessly each day supporting our students, teachers, and our school community. THANK YOU ALL AND TIGER ROAR!

It's April Fools’ Day!
April Fools' Day has been celebrated for several centuries by different cultures, though its exact origins remain a mystery. Traditions include playing hoaxes or practical jokes on others, often yelling “April Fools!” at the end to clue in the subject of the April Fools' Day prank. While its exact history is shrouded in mystery, the embrace of April Fools' Day jokes has ensured the unofficial holiday’s long life. No foolin'!

📢 Booster Club Meeting Update 📢

The Booster Club Meeting originally scheduled for April 1 has been rescheduled to April 8.

🕒 6pm
📍 Gambino's Conference Room

We hope to see you there! 🐯