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Point Foundation Scholarship Fund The Point Foundation empowers members of the LGBTQ+ community to achieve their full academic and leadership potential. Despite the obstacles that are put before them, students can make a significant impact on society and the Point Foundation wants to ensure that they have every opportunity to do so. Finalists will be asked to attend in-person interviews in Los Angeles. To be eligible for the scholarship, students must have a proven track record of leadership and community involvement, strong academic achievement and demonstrated financial need. Amount: Varies Deadline: January 25, 2021 https://pointfoundation.org/point-apply/apply-now/

Oklahoma Society of CPAs Education Foundation Scholarship The Oklahoma Society of CPAS is offering scholarships to support current students who are enrolled in a four or five-year accounting program. Students must be enrolled in an Oklahoma college or university to be eligible. Other requirements include being a current OSCPA Student Member and having successfully completed at least six hours of principles of accounting. Amount: Multiple awards; $250-$2,500 Deadline: January 01, 2021 https://www.thiswaytocpa.com/education/scholarship-search/oscpa-educational-foundation-college-student-scholarships/

National Ag Day Essay Contest The Agriculture Council of America is sponsoring the 2020 Ag Day Essay Contest. The objective is to celebrate agriculture and to help consumers better understand farmers and produce companies. Applicants can submit either a written essay or a video essay on the topic: “Food Brings Everyone to the Table.” Some trends that students can discuss in their essay include but are not limited to: • Increased global population • Increase of high plant-based protein diets • Shortfall of agriculture students Amount: 2 awards; $1,000 Deadline: January 31, 2021 https://www.agday.org/essay-contest

C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary Competition StudentCam is C-SPAN’s annual video documentary competition that encourages students to think critically about issues that affect our communities and our nation. Students are asked to create a 5-6 minute video documentary on a topic related to the competition theme: “What’s your vision in 2020? Explore the issue you most want presidential candidates to address during the campaign.” Students must be in grades 6-12 to be eligible. Teacher advisors are also eligible to receive cash prizes. Amount: 150 awards; $250-$5,000 Deadline: January 20, 2021 http://www.studentcam.org/

Sacks for CF Scholarship The Boomer Esiason Foundation seeks to fight cystic fibrosis and hopes to provide financial assistants to students who have the condition. For every sack recorded during NFL Monday Night Football games, the Sacks for CF Scholarship program receives a donation from a Boomer Esiason Foundation corporate partner. Students are awarded based on their academic achievements and adherence to daily CF therapy. Amount: 30 awards; Up to $10,000 Deadline: January 08, 2021 https://www.esiason.org/assistance/scholarships/sacks-for-cf-scholarship

Hamilton Scholars Award The Alexander Hamilton Scholars empowers and provides opportunities to high-achieving and underserved students, allowing them to succeed in college and in their career. Applicants for the Hamilton Award must be a junior in high school, demonstrate financial need and be service-focused. Scholars will attend New York Leader Week in July 2020 and will participate in a rigorous five-year scholar curriculum during their final year in high school and through their college years. Amount: $500 Deadline: January 27, 2021 https://www.hamiltonscholars.org/apply

Last year the Tinker Spouses’ Club awarded $7,500 in scholarships to high school seniors dependents of U.S. Military members affiliated with Tinker Air Force Base. Scholarship applications for the upcoming academic year are now available. Please see applications for specific eligibility and qualification requirements. Application deadline is March 1 The applications may be found on the TSC’s website https://www.tinkerspouses.org/what-we-do

Congratulations to JHS Senior, Abigail Stramski. Although Abigail is still working on admissions and nomination process for both the Air Force Academy and Merchant Marine Academy, Abigail has been accepted to Colorado School of Mines and awarded a merit scholarship in the amount of $44000.00. #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEALONGHORN #LONGHORNPROUD

Congratulations to JHS Senior, Tessa Dorrell. Tessa is has been selected as a semifinalist in the Coca-Cola Scholars Scholarship competition. #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEALONGHORN #LONGHORNPROUD

Please click on the link and read the letter from Jones Public Schools on quarantine. This information is what we receive from the Health department and CDC. We thank all of you for helping us keep our school and community safe during these times. https://5il.co/nh93

By your Senior Dedication Ad Space now! We are accepting deposits or full payment for Senior Dedication Ads in the yearbook. The deadline for senior ads is January 13th. Please review the information sheet in this link to purchase or reserve a spot. https://5il.co/lpro​Thank you! Erin Gerry

Buy your yearbook now! Use this link to access an order form. You can also pick one up at your child's school or purchase online at Jostens.com. https://5il.co/mgy7

🍔🍕🌭🌮DECEMBER MENUS🌮🌭🍕🍔

Seniors: The Deadline for the Jones High School Scholarship and the Community Foundation Scholars Scholarship is coming up December 7. Get those applications complete as soon as possible. https://www.occf.org/scholarships/

JPS is asking families to notify admin of COVID illnesses & keep symptomatic students home so we can stay healthy & learning at school💚🤘💚

Jones Public Schools will be in session on November 30. Some misinformation was put out that was incorrect. Again, we will be in school November 30. Enjoy the rest of your break and stay safe!

💚🦃JPS hopes that all our Longhorn Families have a Happy Thanksgiving🦃💚

JPS Gym guidelines for November 30-January 4 Due to the major increase of COVID cases in our state and recommendations from the OSSAA, all basketball games being played at Jones from Nov 30th thru Jan 4th will be played with NO SPECTATORS. Coaches, Managers, Bus Driver(s), Administration will be the only people allowed in the gym. Listed below are the schools visiting Jones during that time frame. Nov 30th - North Rock Creek (MS) Dec 3rd – Oakdale (MS) Dec. 7th – McLoud (MS) Dec. 10th – Harrah (MS) Dec. 18th – Chandler (HS)

JHS SENIORS: Have you heard about the Oklahoma State Scholars Society? It's a generous competitive scholarship and academic development program that recognizes and rewards Oklahoma’s most promising students with scholarships and unparalleled mentorship through our prestigious Honors College. Up to five students are selected from a pool of academically qualified applicants based on work ethic, maturity and potential. Let us know who comes to your mind when you think about the opportunity available through the Oklahoma State Scholars Society. To learn more click link below: https://go.okstate.edu/scholarships-financial-aid/types-of-aid/scholarships-and-grants/freshman-scholarships/in-state-scholarships/oklahoma-state-scholars-society.html

Jones High School would like to wish all Happy Thanksgiving. Through this next week, please enjoy your time with family and friends but please remain safe and healthy.