JHS Students: The Oklahoma Department of Labor is once again organizing this year’s Speak Out for Workplace Safety video contest for teens. Cash awards will be awarded to the Top Three winning entries thanks to the generous donation made by Oklahoma One-Call System, Inc.
JHS Seniors planning to pursue and engineering degree: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers Scholarship application is now open. $5000.00--4 awards. Deadline is March 15
Must be a graduating senior interested in pursuing an engineering degree and must be enrolled full time in mechanical engineering program no later than the fall after their senior year in high school.
For more information and to apply go to
https://www.asme.org/asme-programs/students-and-faculty/scholarships
Must be a graduating senior interested in pursuing an engineering degree and must be enrolled full time in mechanical engineering program no later than the fall after their senior year in high school.
For more information and to apply go to
https://www.asme.org/asme-programs/students-and-faculty/scholarships
JHS Seniors: The Navy Supply Corps Foundation Scholarship application is open! $20000.00--28 awards Deadline is March 13
TO be eligible you must be a child or grandchild of a living or deceased regular, retired, reserve Navy Supply Corps officer and have 2.5 GPA or higher for more information and to apply go to
https://navysupplycorpsfoundation.org/programs/scholarships-program/
TO be eligible you must be a child or grandchild of a living or deceased regular, retired, reserve Navy Supply Corps officer and have 2.5 GPA or higher for more information and to apply go to
https://navysupplycorpsfoundation.org/programs/scholarships-program/
JHS Seniors: The Women's Western Golf Foundation Scholarship application is open. $20000.00--20 awards Deadline is March 7
Must be an active participant in the sport of golf(ability is not a selection criterion
Must have 3.5 or higher GPA
For more information and to apply go to
https://www.wwga.org/scholarships
Must be an active participant in the sport of golf(ability is not a selection criterion
Must have 3.5 or higher GPA
For more information and to apply go to
https://www.wwga.org/scholarships
JHS Juniors: The Horatio Alger Scholarship program is awarding 70 scholarships . Value of scholarships are up to $15000.00. Must be a high school junior in the United States and adjusted gross family income has to $65000 or lower. Deadline to apply is March 1. For more information and to apply go to
https://horatioalger.org/scholarships-and-services/undergraduate-scholarships/
https://horatioalger.org/scholarships-and-services/undergraduate-scholarships/
JHS Seniors: The Gordon A Rich Memorial Foundation Scholarship application is open. Deadline is February 18.
Applicants must be dependent children of full-time employees in the financial services industry (commercial banks, investment banks, securities brokerage firms, insurance companies, fund and asset management companies, credit card and finance companies and similar businesses as determined by the Foundation). Employees must be presently employed with at least five years of experience working in the financial sector.
Students must be graduating high school seniors who are enrolling as full time first year students in pursuit of a four-year bachelor's degree at an accredited college/university in the United States.
Students must have a minimum grade point average of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and rank in the top 20% of their class.
Students must demonstrate financial need.
Students must be a US citizen or legal resident.
For more information and to apply go to
http://www.gordonrich.org/html/req.html
Applicants must be dependent children of full-time employees in the financial services industry (commercial banks, investment banks, securities brokerage firms, insurance companies, fund and asset management companies, credit card and finance companies and similar businesses as determined by the Foundation). Employees must be presently employed with at least five years of experience working in the financial sector.
Students must be graduating high school seniors who are enrolling as full time first year students in pursuit of a four-year bachelor's degree at an accredited college/university in the United States.
Students must have a minimum grade point average of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) and rank in the top 20% of their class.
Students must demonstrate financial need.
Students must be a US citizen or legal resident.
For more information and to apply go to
http://www.gordonrich.org/html/req.html
Congratulations to JHS Senior, Acyn Hansen! Acyn has been award academic and athletic scholarships from Southwestern Oklahoma State University 8,403.00 per year. Total value of his scholarships are $33612.00! Way to go Acyn
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Good morning Seniors of 2026 and Families!
If you have ordered announcements through Jostens up to this point, they will be in the High School Commons to pick up during lunch on Tuesday, February 3rd. If you or your parent is unable to pick up your order at that time, the remainder will be left with Ms. Norman to pick up.
If you have not ordered a cap and gown yet, this is your friendly reminder to do so as soon as possible! Caps and gowns will be delivered to the High School Commons at lunch on Wednesday, April 15!
Have a lovely day and weekend!
JHS Students that are applying for scholarships with the Oklahoma City Community Foundation: Their deadline is coming up February 15. Please make sure you get into your account and make sure you have submitted all scholarship applications and everything is complete
JHS Students interested in Engineering and the University of Oklahoma: Check out these opportunities
Engineering and Science Night - March 2
This combined event with Oklahoma State University will feature engineering, science, and technology programs from across both institutions allowing students to really explore these programs at length. We have also attached a flyer that we would appreciate if you could share with your students, or hang somewhere, allowing them to register for the event. This event is open to all high school students, potential transfer students, supporters and even counselors or staff.
The registration link is: https://hello.ou.edu/register/OUandOSUEng26
Other OU Engineering Events
These on-campus or virtual events allow students to learn more specifically about OU Engineering programs and resources. Each of these events are a bit different, but more information and direct registration links can be found online at: https://www.ou.edu/coe/explore/futurestudents/events
Engineering Days - June 2026
These summer camp days are only for rising juniors and seniors (so those graduating high school in 2027 or 2028). Each day is broken down by specific academic disciplines and taught by OU Engineering faculty. The schedule is now live, and registration will open in April!
Website: https://www.ou.edu/coe/explore/k-12-outreach/engineering-days
Engineering and Science Night - March 2
This combined event with Oklahoma State University will feature engineering, science, and technology programs from across both institutions allowing students to really explore these programs at length. We have also attached a flyer that we would appreciate if you could share with your students, or hang somewhere, allowing them to register for the event. This event is open to all high school students, potential transfer students, supporters and even counselors or staff.
The registration link is: https://hello.ou.edu/register/OUandOSUEng26
Other OU Engineering Events
These on-campus or virtual events allow students to learn more specifically about OU Engineering programs and resources. Each of these events are a bit different, but more information and direct registration links can be found online at: https://www.ou.edu/coe/explore/futurestudents/events
Engineering Days - June 2026
These summer camp days are only for rising juniors and seniors (so those graduating high school in 2027 or 2028). Each day is broken down by specific academic disciplines and taught by OU Engineering faculty. The schedule is now live, and registration will open in April!
Website: https://www.ou.edu/coe/explore/k-12-outreach/engineering-days
Seniors in Band: Check out this scholarship opportunity
The OBA Steve and Peggy Tipton Instrumental Music Scholarship is open to all Oklahoma high school seniors who participate in their high school band and intend to pursue instrumental music in college. For more information and to access the application, visit the link below.
https://www.okbandmasters.com/scholarship-information--application.html
Deadline is April 3
The OBA Steve and Peggy Tipton Instrumental Music Scholarship is open to all Oklahoma high school seniors who participate in their high school band and intend to pursue instrumental music in college. For more information and to access the application, visit the link below.
https://www.okbandmasters.com/scholarship-information--application.html
Deadline is April 3
❄️JPS will use one more traditional snow day due to current secondary road conditions❄️
🤘Stay safe & warm, Longhorns💚
JHS students in concurrent colleges classes at Rose and/or UCO:
While Jones is utilizing traditional snow days, your colleges may be operating virtually. Please make sure you are checking your college email, Canvas or online platform your school uses, and staying in communication with your professor. You do not want to get behind in these college classes. It is difficult to get caught back up.
While Jones is utilizing traditional snow days, your colleges may be operating virtually. Please make sure you are checking your college email, Canvas or online platform your school uses, and staying in communication with your professor. You do not want to get behind in these college classes. It is difficult to get caught back up.
Congratulations to JHS senior Evan Woods! Evan is the 4th highest scorer in the Heart of Oklahoma Academic Team Conference for the 2025-2026 season.
❄️Jones Public Schools will use a traditional Snow Day❄️ on Monday, Jan. 26th.
Stay Safe & Warm, Longhorns! 🤘
JHS Sophomores and Juniors that are eligible for concurrent enrollment: Check out this opportunity to take concurrent college classes at the University of Chicago this summer.
https://summer.uchicago.edu/
https://summer.uchicago.edu/
JHS Seniors: Hilliary Telecommunications has bought out TDS. They have scholarships available to seniors in their service area. I met with them yesterday. Jones Seniors are eligible to apply for their scholarships this school year. The acquisition was recent so they are still working on getting the scholarship application updated to add Jones to available high schools in their drop down box in application. Hopefully that will be completed today.. It is a $$500 scholarship and application deadline is April 5. Apply at https://hilliary.com/scholarship/
JHS Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors looking for development of their leadership skills. Check out this opportunity from Youth Leadership Oklahoma.
YLX applications are now open, and we are currently recruiting motivated high school students who are eager to grow their leadership skills, explore career pathways, and engage meaningfully in their community.
As educators and counselors, you play a critical role in identifying and encouraging students who may thrive in opportunities like YLX. Your recommendation or encouragement can be a powerful factor in helping students see their potential and take the next step in their leadership journey.
About YLX
YLX is a free leadership development program for high school students that focuses on:
Leadership development and civic engagement
Career exploration and professional skill-building
Community impact and service learning
Building confidence, communication skills, and peer connections
🗓 Application Deadline: March 30 at 9:00 AM
🔗 Learn more here: https://www.lokc.org/ylx
APPLY HERE: https://leadershipokc.wufoo.com/forms/q1v2kerm09rbji9/
YLX applications are now open, and we are currently recruiting motivated high school students who are eager to grow their leadership skills, explore career pathways, and engage meaningfully in their community.
As educators and counselors, you play a critical role in identifying and encouraging students who may thrive in opportunities like YLX. Your recommendation or encouragement can be a powerful factor in helping students see their potential and take the next step in their leadership journey.
About YLX
YLX is a free leadership development program for high school students that focuses on:
Leadership development and civic engagement
Career exploration and professional skill-building
Community impact and service learning
Building confidence, communication skills, and peer connections
🗓 Application Deadline: March 30 at 9:00 AM
🔗 Learn more here: https://www.lokc.org/ylx
APPLY HERE: https://leadershipokc.wufoo.com/forms/q1v2kerm09rbji9/
We hope you enjoy Leadership's January Edition of our monthly newsletter, "The Horn."
JHS Seniors: The Eastern Oklahoma County Rotary Club has awarded scholarships to area seniors for the last several years. We look forward to continuing this worthwhile project this year. I have attached the application as well as an information sheet. Please forward it to your seniors at your earliest convenience. The deadline to receive the application is April 1, 2026. You can mail it to the address on the information sheet or email it to the address above. The applications will be forwarded to our scholarship committee for their review. We would like to present the winners with a certificate at the end of year awards ceremony, if possible. They will also be invited to be our guest at one of our evening meetings. See Mr. Moses for application.