JHS Seniors: The Eugene McDermott Scholars Program offers a full ride merit scholarship to top students who are seeking academic engagement, leadership development, and opportunities to improve their communities through service. Students first submit a complete application through the Common App to UT Dallas including academic transcript, essay, resume, and recommendations. They may then complete and submit a McDermott application with two recommendations. Both applications should be completed well before the UT Dallas Priority Application deadline of December 1, 2025. For More information on this scholarship go to
https://provost.utdallas.edu/mcdermott-programs/eugene-mcdermott-scholars/
https://provost.utdallas.edu/mcdermott-programs/eugene-mcdermott-scholars/
JHS Seniors: Weokie Foundation is awarding 25 $2000.00 scholarships. See flyer for more information and how to register.
JHS Juniors and Seniors interested in the field of archeology and/or learning more about Native American Boarding schools: Mr. Moses has information on a paid internship and can receive college credit for this internship through OU. Internship will be June 8- August 1. If interested see Mr. Moses for more information and how to apply for the internship
JHS Seniors: Just a reminder that the Community Foundation Scholarship's, through the Oklahoma City Community Foundation, deadline is December 3. JHS is guaranteed to have a student receive this scholarship. Just a reminder that completion and submission of their universal application does not get you in application pool. There is a second app for the CFS scholarship with a couple of essay questions. Make sure you get in and complete these applications. This is $3000 scholarship. If you are unsure if you have completed and submitted stop by and see Mr. Moses with your computer so you can login to you OCCF scholarship portal.
https://occf.org/scholarships/
https://occf.org/scholarships/
Seniors and Parents,
The deadline to order a senior shirt is this Thursday night (Nov 6) at 11:59pm!
To order, please use the link in the Senior Google Classroom!
Congratulations to JHS Senior, Luke Musgrave! Luke has signed commitment to continue his education and run Cross Country with Seminole State College! Way to go Luke!
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Leadership will begin hosting our annual Food Drive. 5th Hours have a chance to win a lunch from Cain's or Chic-fil-a!! Food Drive runs from Nov. 17-21.
JHS Seniors planning to major in education:
The Oklahoma State School Boards Association Foundation will once again present the Dr. Bob Mooneyham Memorial Scholarship for Future Teachers this spring to a deserving Oklahoma high school senior who plans to become an Oklahoma educator.
We know your classrooms are full of amazing students you would love to return to your district one day as certified members of your team. We hope you will share this scholarship opportunity with eligible students who plan to major in education.
Applications for the one-year $5,000 scholarship are due by Jan. 9. The application can be completed online at ossba.org/scholarship.
To qualify, the candidate:
Must be a high school student who will earn a diploma from an Oklahoma public high school during the 2025-26 school year.
Must have plans to pursue a degree at an accredited Oklahoma college, university or career technology center beginning in the fall of 2026.
Must have a minimum 3.0 unweighted high school GPA
Is encouraged to have a minimum 20 ACT or 1040 SAT score
Must plan to major in education
Must plan to be an Oklahoma educator
Financial need will also be considered.
Children or grandchildren of OSSBA employees, officers, or board of director members, as well as international students, high school graduates and temporary residents, are ineligible to receive the scholarship.
The successful student will be notified of his or her selection by mid-March. With permission from the district, a representative of the OSSBA Foundation will present the student with the scholarship during the school’s spring award or class day assembly.
This scholarship honors the memory and legacy of Dr. Bob Mooneyham, who began his career as a teacher, coach and guidance counselor, before becoming a school superintendent and college professor. He served as executive director of OSSBA for 25 years – from 1975 to 2000. From the Capitol to the classroom, he was a respected and caring professional who made a difference in the lives of students across the state.
https://www.ossba.org/scholarship/
The Oklahoma State School Boards Association Foundation will once again present the Dr. Bob Mooneyham Memorial Scholarship for Future Teachers this spring to a deserving Oklahoma high school senior who plans to become an Oklahoma educator.
We know your classrooms are full of amazing students you would love to return to your district one day as certified members of your team. We hope you will share this scholarship opportunity with eligible students who plan to major in education.
Applications for the one-year $5,000 scholarship are due by Jan. 9. The application can be completed online at ossba.org/scholarship.
To qualify, the candidate:
Must be a high school student who will earn a diploma from an Oklahoma public high school during the 2025-26 school year.
Must have plans to pursue a degree at an accredited Oklahoma college, university or career technology center beginning in the fall of 2026.
Must have a minimum 3.0 unweighted high school GPA
Is encouraged to have a minimum 20 ACT or 1040 SAT score
Must plan to major in education
Must plan to be an Oklahoma educator
Financial need will also be considered.
Children or grandchildren of OSSBA employees, officers, or board of director members, as well as international students, high school graduates and temporary residents, are ineligible to receive the scholarship.
The successful student will be notified of his or her selection by mid-March. With permission from the district, a representative of the OSSBA Foundation will present the student with the scholarship during the school’s spring award or class day assembly.
This scholarship honors the memory and legacy of Dr. Bob Mooneyham, who began his career as a teacher, coach and guidance counselor, before becoming a school superintendent and college professor. He served as executive director of OSSBA for 25 years – from 1975 to 2000. From the Capitol to the classroom, he was a respected and caring professional who made a difference in the lives of students across the state.
https://www.ossba.org/scholarship/
Congratulations to our choir students!
November Edition of Leadership's Jones Journal!
Congratulations to JHS Senior, Kenlie WInsett! Kenlie has been awarded the Provost's Scholar Award from Southwest Baptist University! This is a $15,500 per year award with total value of $62000.00!
Way to go Kenlie!
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Way to go Kenlie!
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Blackwell football game has been changed to Thursday, November 6th. Kids dance @ Halftime!
🏈Game Night Info for Friday's football game at OCS🏈 Admission is through GoFan: https://gofan.co/event/4077713?schoolId=OK21105 Patrons may pay through digital tickets or with a credit/debit card at the gate. There is an option for a Senior Citizens only $5 cash ticket at the gate. The game will be livestreamed on YouTube for free at: https://www.youtube.com/@ocssaints/featured
JHS Students 9-12 grade: The Oklahoma's Promise Scholarship online application is now open.
Oklahoma's Promise offers qualified Oklahoma students an opportunity to earn a scholarship for college tuition.
Who May Apply?
Applicants must be:
Oklahoma residents.
8th, 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade students no later than Dec. 31 of the senior year. Homeschool students must be ages 13-16.
Student whose parents' federal adjusted gross income does not exceed:
$60,000 with 1 or 2 dependent children OR
$70,000 with 3 or 4 dependent children OR
$80,000 with 5 or more dependent children.
Special income provisions may apply to:
Children of a certified public classroom teacher employed in Oklahoma for a minimum of 10 years.
Children adopted from certain Oklahoma court-ordered custody and children in the custody of court-appointed legal guardians.
Taxable Social Security benefits based on the death or disability of the student’s parent(s).
Additional documentation may be required for special income provisions.
Application Deadline
Applications must be electronically submitted or postmarked by Dec. 31, 2025, for students who are in the 12th grade during the 2025-26 school year. Students in the 8th-11th grades are encouraged to apply by June 30, 2026. Homeschool applications must be electronically submitted or postmarked before the student’s 17th birthday.
Students placed into Oklahoma DHS custody during the 8th, 9th, 10th or 11th grade who were unable to enroll in the program may enroll prior to their official date of high school graduation.
https://okpromise.org/
Oklahoma's Promise offers qualified Oklahoma students an opportunity to earn a scholarship for college tuition.
Who May Apply?
Applicants must be:
Oklahoma residents.
8th, 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade students no later than Dec. 31 of the senior year. Homeschool students must be ages 13-16.
Student whose parents' federal adjusted gross income does not exceed:
$60,000 with 1 or 2 dependent children OR
$70,000 with 3 or 4 dependent children OR
$80,000 with 5 or more dependent children.
Special income provisions may apply to:
Children of a certified public classroom teacher employed in Oklahoma for a minimum of 10 years.
Children adopted from certain Oklahoma court-ordered custody and children in the custody of court-appointed legal guardians.
Taxable Social Security benefits based on the death or disability of the student’s parent(s).
Additional documentation may be required for special income provisions.
Application Deadline
Applications must be electronically submitted or postmarked by Dec. 31, 2025, for students who are in the 12th grade during the 2025-26 school year. Students in the 8th-11th grades are encouraged to apply by June 30, 2026. Homeschool applications must be electronically submitted or postmarked before the student’s 17th birthday.
Students placed into Oklahoma DHS custody during the 8th, 9th, 10th or 11th grade who were unable to enroll in the program may enroll prior to their official date of high school graduation.
https://okpromise.org/
JHS Junior and Senior Students planning to go to college: Jones High School is a member of the Oklahoma City Community Foundation's Central Oklahoma Guidance Counselor Network. This allows our JHS Students the ability to apply for many of the scholarships available at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation.. Their Scholarship portal opened today. It can be found at www.occf.org/scholarships
The attached flyers list out a few of the scholarships that our students can apply for.
In addition, Jones High School is guaranteed to receive a Community Foundation Scholars Scholarship for senior that applies and is qualified. DEADLINE FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS DECEMBER 3. Get your application submitted
Also, Jones High School is guaranteed to receive a New Opportunities Scholarship for Junior that applies and is qualified. This is one of the few scholarships that comes across my desk for Juniors.
If you have questions reach out to Mr. Moses.
The attached flyers list out a few of the scholarships that our students can apply for.
In addition, Jones High School is guaranteed to receive a Community Foundation Scholars Scholarship for senior that applies and is qualified. DEADLINE FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS DECEMBER 3. Get your application submitted
Also, Jones High School is guaranteed to receive a New Opportunities Scholarship for Junior that applies and is qualified. This is one of the few scholarships that comes across my desk for Juniors.
If you have questions reach out to Mr. Moses.
JHS Seniors: The 2026-2027 FAFSA is now open. IF you are going to college this is the financial aid form you need to complete. Monies are first come first serve.
Can be found at the following link
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Can be found at the following link
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
👮♂️Officer Mike's Weekly Safety Message👮♂️
Please note the New Oklahoma Law regarding cell phone usage in active school & construction zones.
Congratulations to JHS Senior, Hope Waller! Hope has been awarded the Trustee Scholarship to Southern Nazarene University in the amount of $17000.00 per year. Total value 68000.00 Way to go Hope!
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We're hiring Bus Drivers! 🚌Part-time and full-time positions available. To apply, please call 405-399-9215 or email sblankenship@jonesps.org.
JHS Students: Check out this brochure on the Stamps Scholars Scholarship. It is a very lucrative scholarship that is only available at their partner schools.
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/241/Jones_High_School/6112109/StampsBrochure.pdf
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/241/Jones_High_School/6112109/StampsBrochure.pdf