Jones High School

JHS Students interested in Forensic Science Degree: The #1 Ranked Forensic Science Program in the United States is just a few miles down the Road at UCO. They offer 4 undergrad degrees and Masters Degree and are adding a Doctoral Degree. Every Undergraduate Forensic Science student is required to double major. You are being taught by professors that combined have over 300 years of Forensic/law enforcement experience and many of the professors are still currently working in the field. For more information go to: https://sites.uco.edu/fsi/

JHS Seniors interested in OSU: Pistol Pete says its time to get those applications for admission complete and submitted. Make sure you complete all essays and have complete and submitted before priority scholarship deadline of November 1. Apply at https://go.okstate.edu/ and click apply button.

JHS Seniors: The following admissions reps will be at Jones High School presenting in college prep. If you would like to attend presentation and are not in the class, please sign up with Mr. Moses so he can get you excused from class to attend. University of Oklahoma September 23 University of Central Oklahoma September 24 Wichita State University November 6

JHS Seniors and Parents: Completing the FAFSA is a graduation requirement beginning with this years graduating class. It does not look like FAFSA will be available to complete until December 1. This webinar should provide you valuable information on completing FAFSA. All students going to college and/or career tech need to complete for Financial Aid and Scholarship purposes. OKMM "Make it Count" Webinar Series: Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) When it comes to paying for college, it's important to know all the costs and have a plan to cover them. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is your first step in applying for financial assistance for college. Join us and our friends from UCanGo2, Tuesday, September 17, at noon to learn everything you need to know about the FAFSA. Register to attend at https://onenet.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwkdequrD4uH9b5RREt6HtPFJJRZJqr6546#/registration

Native Nations Day is Next Month! Native Nations Day will take place on Monday, October 21 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and we want to see your students there! Attendees will experience everything OU has to offer while connecting with valuable resources and support programs. During the event, students will hear from our admissions team on best practices in their application, learn about affordability, meet academic representatives to learn about academic areas of interest, and engage with current students, faculty, and staff. Lunch will also be provided for student attendees. For More information and to register go to https://ou.edu/admissions/visit/events/native-nations-day?wcmmode=disabled

JHS Seniors that are interested in becoming Teachers: The State of Oklahoma has the Inspire to Teach Scholarship and Employment Incentive valued at over 20000.00. This is available at any Oklahoma College For more information go to: https://okhighered.org/otc/inspired-to-teach/

Students interested in UCO and Teacher Education; The link below is to scholarship opportunities for teachers at UCO https://sites.uco.edu/ceps/teacher-education-services/

JHS seniors interested in becoming teachers : UCO is hosting several Prospective Teacher Academies. See flyer for information and register at link below

Seniors! The link to order your cap and gown online is attached here as well as available to you in the Senior Google classroom. If you prefer to order in person, Jostens will be in the JHS commons during lunch on Tuesday September 17th. https://hub.jostens.com/ls/7ed522a8-6ef6-433e-a669-a571dd80545b/Jz-fqgce2owr9vVz

JHS Seniors: Make sure you keep Mr. Moses informed on scholarships you have been awarded.

Congratulations to JHS Senior, Ryen Wilson! Ryen has been awarded a Sowers Day Award and a $1000 scholarship to OU! Way to go Ryen #BOOMER #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEALONGHORN

JHS SENIORS INTERESTED IN UCO: Buddy Broncho says their application for admissions is live and you need to get online and complete and then follow-up on emails they send regarding scholarship applications. He recommends using a personal email that you check frequently. GO to https://www.uco.edu/ and click apply now button. #ROLLCHOS

Good afternoon Curtis, GPACAC has partnered with StriveScan again this semester to host in-person college fairs across our region. One of those fairs is being held at the University of Central Oklahoma! Oklahoma County College Night September 19, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Nigh University Center Ballrooms Nigh University Center, 100 N University Dr. Edmond, OK We have a great variety of colleges and universities that will be in attendance. Registration for students, parents, and counselors is available at www.strivefair.com. As always, you are invited and encouraged to attend the college fair! REGISTER AT https://app.strivescan.com/registration

This is the last week to purchase yearbooks for a reduced price of $50! Yearbooks can be ordered online at https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks or through Dawn Rowlen in the HS library.

Go Vote for Tatum Scott!!!!! Student of the Week nomination https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2024/09/09/vote-the-oklahoman-student-of-the-week-poll/74936290007/

🤘Here's a look at events happening this week at JHS🤘

JHS SENIORS: Emporia State University not only offers you In-state tuition but also flat rate tuition(pay flat rate on tuition no matter the total number of hours you take). Numerous new scholarships available at Emporia State. Check them out at Emporia.edu

Students looking for a college: Check out Wichita State University! Some quick tidbits on Wichita State. **ONLY TWO HOURS AWAY FROM OKC **STUDENTS GRADUATING FROM JONES HIGH SCHOOL PAY IN-STATE TUITION **ELIGIBLE FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIPS THEY HAVE AVAILABLE **HAVE INNOVATION CENTER ON CAMPUS WHERE OVER 350 Companies have headquarters or offices for students to work as interns. THEIR FRESHMAN ARE RECIEVING PAID INTERNSHIPS *** 100% JOB PLACEMENT UPON GRADUATION. ***PLUS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL COLLEGE CAMPUS ***DIVISION I ATHLETICS ***ALL STUDENTS RECIEVE FREE ADMISSION TO ALL ATHLETIC AND FINE ART EVENTS Check them out at wichita.edu

🏈Security and parking information for tomorrow's game at Kiefer🏈

Zombie Apocalypse Scholarship Did binge-re-watching "The Walking Dead" get you thinking about what you’d do if the streets were filled with flesh-eating zombies? Maybe you've envisioned your own post-apocalyptic world overrun with the living dead, forcing you to come up with a zombie survival plan — and quick Award Amount: $2,000 Deadline: October 31, 2024 https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship