Jones High School is proud to announce that we are one of the 90 schools(and the only one in Eastern Oklahoma County that received this College Success Award
90 Oklahoma high schools recognized with national College Success Award
OKLAHOMA CITY (Sept. 22, 2022) – The Oklahoma State Department of Education announced today that 90 Oklahoma high schools have received the College Success Award from GreatSchools.org. Now in its fifth year, the annual recognition honors public high schools that excel at preparing students to enroll and succeed in college, as determined by available data in each state.
Oklahoma’s recipients are among 1,742 winners nationally that have demonstrated successful track records of graduating students who enroll in two- or four-year colleges, are ready for college-level coursework, and persist on to their second year. Despite the many challenges brought forth by the COVID-19 pandemic, these schools have continued to uphold many best practices to support their students’ college preparation and success.
“These schools are doing the important work of preparing students who choose to attend college for rigorous post-secondary pursuits,” said State Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy Hofmeister. “This is an important component to building a strong economy for the future.”
The College Success Award is possible because Oklahoma is a leader in collecting and transparently sharing information on how students perform after high school, which is valuable information for families, educators and policymakers.
“It’s inspiring to see how entire school communities – students, teachers and families – can work together in pursuit of a common goal: success for all,” said Jon Deane, CEO of GreatSchools. “Congratulations to these 90 schools for receiving the College Success Award as proof of their hard work and dedication.”
To learn more about the College Success Award and view the complete list of winners, visit bit.ly/3QQORim.
https://www.greatschools.org/oklahoma/jones/726-Jones-High-School/
Edmond College Night college fair is scheduled for October 5 from 6-8 pm at UCO's Nigh University Center.
JHS Seniors wanting to attend the Eastern Oklahoma County College Fair on Oct.3: Remember you need to sign up in the counselor office. Mr. Moses will take you over in bus. Don't forget to set up your drive scan account.
JHS Students planning to attend college fairs this Season( September and October): Remember to set up your strivescan account and get your strivescan barcode. This allows you more time to visit with admissions reps instead of filling out information cards because they will be able to scan your barcode and collect your information.
Reminder to JHS students wanting to take ASVAB! ASVAB is being administered today at Jones High School from 8:30 am to 11:55 am
JHS SENIORS The Coca-Cola Scholars Program The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. Award Amount: 150 awards; $20,000 Deadline: October 31, 2022 https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/
Students interested in the University of Oklahoma:
See MR. Moses for information on this great University. He can get you connected with different departments, admissions, etc. OU has an amazing Strategic plan for providing a top education at an affordable price. They are focused on getting students to OU graduating them to a successful career at an affordable price. 1 in four of this years incoming freshman were first generation students. They are focused on helping students. They have an amazing Diversity office to recruit and maintain a diverse student population. They also have an amazing disabilities office to provide support for those students with disabilities. Check out their website, speak with Mr. Moses and get your application for admissions completed as soon as possible. Mr. Moses might be able to access application fee waivers if you need one.
JHS Seniors completing College Applications for Admissions:
Please make sure you are thorough in answering all application questions. On most applications the Leadership and Service Essays are optional. My advice is to complete these optional essays. These essays are used to select for Leadership and Service scholarships which are some of the most lucrative scholarships at most universities.
JHS Seniors interested in Military and College:
The University of Oklahoma has both Army ROTC and Air Force ROTC. You can apply for the Army ROTC Scholarship and/or the Air Force ROTC scholarship. These are full tuition& Fees, Room and Board plus book stipend and a monthly cadet stipend. You participate in ROTC go to school and graduate as an officer and have military commitment upon graduation. THESE scholarships are open right now and are highly competitive. If interested apply ASAP. For more information and to apply for ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP GO TO:
https://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/find-your-path/army-officers/rotc/scholarships.html
For more information and to apply for Air Force ROTC Scholarships go to:
https://www.afrotc.com/scholarships/
This YouTube Video can help you complete these applications
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iV_kgAj98HE
JHS Seniors interested in Seminole State College:
The 2023-2024 SSC Admissions Application is now available! Students can apply online at www.sscok.edu by clicking the “Apply Now” button
Registration for Junior/Senior High School Visit Day is still open . Students can sign up here: https://events.sscok.edu/event/275702
Reminder: Parent Teacher Conferences are tonight and Thursday night from 4-7 p.m.
Congratulations to JHS Junior, Paige Petty. She was selected as our Sophomore of the Year last year by our local Kiwanis. As our local winner she was entered into Texas-Oklahoma District 40 Sophomore of the Year competition. She was selected as Sophomore of the Year for District 40. She was presented her award and $600 scholarship tonight at the Kiwanis District 40 meeting!
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“A true friend knows your weaknesses but shows you your strengths; feels your fears but fortifies your faith; sees your anxieties but frees your spirit; recognizes your disabilities but emphasizes your possibilities.”
― William Arthur Ward
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES AT JONES HIGH SCHOOL
JHS SENIORS:
SEE ATTACHED FLYERS FOR TIPS FOR SCHOLARSHIP SUCCESS AND SPECIALIZED SCHOLARSHIPS
JHS SENIORS:
DR PEPPER IS AWARDING OVER $1,000,000 IN TUITION TO HELP STUDENTS REACH THEIR BIGGEST GOALS.
WE’RE LOOKING FOR STUDENTS AGES 18-24* TO ENTER THIS YEAR’S TUITION GIVEAWAY.
Dr Pepper wants to know how will you change the world? You will describe your goal and create a short video about you, your academic and professional goals, etc.
Deadline is coming up quickly in October. For more information and to apply go to
https://www.drpeppertuition.com/program-details
JHS Seniors interested in Health Careers: SWOSU is hosting their Health Careers Day on Friday November 18. See flyer for more more information and to register
JHS Students interested in Pharmacy: SWOSU is hosting the SWOSU PharmCorp day on Saturday October 8. See attached flyer for more information and to register
JHS Seniors: SWOSU is hosting their Preview Saturday on November 5. Go to www.swosu.edu then go to admissions, events and then get registered
JHS Seniors: Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford is a great school that can afford you many opportunities of a large research university at the cost of a small regional university. You will know your professors and they will know you! Check out their website at www.swosu.edu They have a scholarship calculator to let you know what scholarships you will receive at SWOSU. Anyone with a ACT of 28 or higher receives scholarship to cover full cost of dorm and it is renewable for all four years. In addition, there is no application fee. Get online and see what SWOSU has to offer you and get their application for admissions filled out.
