Jones High School

Congratulations to all of our JHS FFA students representing Jones well the last 2 weeks at Oklahoma Youth Expo(OYE)! The following JHS students did extremely well with their projects: Will Jasper: won Reserve Champion Light Cross Barrow(equivalent to State Runner Up) and made the OYE Premium Sale. He also got to show in the mock Grand Drive and then go to show in the Big House ! Way to go Will!! Maddi Linch got 5th overall in the Pork Partners Derby Way to go Maddi! Mckinlee Palmatary made the Guilt Premium Sale! Way to go McKinlee! #FFA #OYE #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEALONGHORN

JHS Students 16 and older: Look at this information for summer job opportunities We are now accepting applications for a variety of seasonal Summer pool positions with the City of Midwest City. If you have any students that would be interested in being a Lifeguard, Pool Cashier, or Pool Manager this Summer, please have them stop by City Hall (100 N Midwest Blvd, at the corner of Midwest Blvd and Reno Ave) or visit our website midwestcityok.org/HR to fill out an application. Students 16 and older are eligible for all positions. These positions are great resume builders, as employees will learn valuable leadership, problem solving, and communication skills all while making friends and earning some extra income. We are looking forward to a safe, fun summer, and we would love to have your students as part of our seasonal team! https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/241/Jones_High_School/5442916/Park_and_Rec_-_Pool_Jobs_2025.pdf

Please see letter below from JHS. Have a great Spring Break! https://5il.co/3achn

🤘JPS is excited to announce that Tanner Huddleston will be joining our Longhorn Family as the new 🥎Softball Coach🥎 MS & HS families are encouraged to come Meet & Greet 3/26 @ the Softball Field🤘

Congratulations to JHS Senior, Macie Finley! Macie has been awarded the President's Leadership Class Scholarship to the University of Oklahoma! In addition to the scholarship Macie will have many other benefits at OU! Way to go Macie! Making us proud! The President's Leadership Class was created in 1961 to encourage outstanding Oklahoma high school students to remain in the state for their college careers. The University of Oklahoma's President's Leadership Class attracts students from across the country and has been recognized as one of the nation's top freshman leadership programs. Members of the Class are hand-selected from more than 12,000 applicants to become a part of this tight-knit community of 125 student leaders. PLCers have the opportunity to interact with many of the campus' and state’s most influential and creative individuals. The President's Leadership Class: Guides its members to success during their time at OU Empowers them to positively impact the university and surrounding community Connects them with the thousands of PLC alumni in leadership positions throughout our state and nation Macie has been chosen to be a part of the 65th PLC class at OU! #PRESIDENTSLEADERSHIPCLASS #BOOMER #SOONER #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEALONGHORN

Congratulations to JHS Junior, Cayman Ashby! Cayman has been selected by the American Legion Unit of Choctaw to attend 2025 American Legion Boys State on the campus of Rogers State University in May! Making us proud Cayman! #BOYSSTATE #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEALONGHORN

Congratulations to JHS Juniors, Hayley Cantrell and Hope Waller. Both young ladies have been selected by the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit of Midwest City to attend the ALA 2025 Oklahoma Girls State at the University of Central Oklahoma in May! Making us proud! #GIRLSSTATE #ITSAGREATDAYTOBEALONGHORN

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

JHS Students and Parents: This document has a lot of good information regarding athletic recruiting but can be applied to any recruiting(scholarships, college admissions, employment recruiting) so wanted everyone to have the information. https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/241/Jones_High_School/5393017/Student_PARENT_INFORMATION_for_recruiting.pdf

JHS Parents: Parent-Teacher conference are Monday and Tuesday(March 10 & 11) from 4pm-7pm. No appointments necessary. Come visit with your students teachers!

Congratulations to JHS Senior, Tatum Scott! Tatum was just awarded a Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship from the University of Central Oklahoma! This award is in the amount of $8250 per year for total value of $33,000.00! Making us proud Tatum!! #LEADEROFTOMORROW #ROLLCHOS #ITSAGREATDAY TOBEALONGHORN

JHS 9th, 10th, or 11th grade students interested in Leadership opportunities and training: The Youth Leadership Exchange(YLX) , division of Leadership Oklahoma City is accepting applications. The attached document provides more information and you can find more information and apply at https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/241/Jones_High_School/5390640/Youth_Leadership_Exchange_Infographs__1_.pdf https://www.lokc.org/ylx

🤘Jones Public Schools is PROUD to announce our 24/25 Site Teachers of the Year🤘 JHS - Andrew Gierhart JMS - Rhonda Ely JES - Aimee Wilson 🎉Congratulations to these Amazing Educators🎉

Seniors interested in 13th year Scholarship to EOC: Applications are available and can be picked up from Mr. Moses.

Reminder to NHS Seniors: YOu need to make sure you have all NHS requirements completed by April 1. See Mr. Moses if you are not sure what requirements you have not completed.

Prom ticket sales are open! Use the link below to purchase! Tickets are $45; Jones Seniors are FREE. Seniors, please see Mrs. Neal or Ms. Bennington to buy yours! Ticket sales close April 21! Also, if your date does not attend Jones, please pick up a date request form in the front office! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jones-high-school-prom-2025-tickets-1230763289129?aff=oddtdtcreator

JHS SENIORS INTERESTED IN STEM FIELDS I'm excited to share an exciting opportunity for STEM Scholarships in Oklahoma, offered by The Ragland Family Education Foundation. We deeply appreciate your support in spreading the word to students who might benefit from this chance! Why This Scholarship Matters: Generous Funding: Up to $20,000, renewable for up to 4 semesters. Focus on STEM: For students pursuing degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math. Easy Application: Online submissions are open until March 15, 2025. For more information and to apply go to https://www.raglandfamilyfoundation.com/

Congresswoman Bice's office is excited to announce that America’s Field Trip is currently accepting applications until Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET. America’s Field Trip is a contest that invites students across the country in grades 3–12 to be part of America’s 250th anniversary by sharing their perspectives on what America means to them — with the opportunity to earn an unforgettable field trip experience at some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks. Students are asked to submit writing or original artwork in response to the contest’s prompt: “What does America mean to you?” Flyer attached that provides more information and how to apply

Congratulations to JHS student Ryder Wilson! Ryder received a superior rating for his snare solo on Saturday at the band district competition. Way to go, Ryder!

🤘Here's a look at some events happening this week at JHS. For more events, please visit our website!🤘