Jones High School

JHS SENIORS: Now that you have completed the Community FOundation and Jones High School Scholarship applications. You need to apply for the Dr. Eugene S. Briggs Memorial Scholarship Eligibility: Students who are residents of Oklahoma and are graduating, or have graduated, from an Oklahoma high school. Must have a financial need. Academic achievement, community service and need will all be reviewed in the application process. Recipients of this scholarship must be enrolled full time in a course of study leading to a degree or certification at an academically accredited nonprofit institution in the United States. Funds may be used for tuition, fees and book expenses; payments are made directly to the school. Awards must be used within the immediate academic year after the award is granted. The Lions of Oklahoma established this memorial trust fund to perpetually memorialize and show appreciation to a fellow Oklahoma Lion, Dr. Eugene S. Briggs. He was the former president of Phillips University and a past international president of Lions Clubs. Deadline is March 1, 2019. Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS SENIORS: Now that you have completed the Community FOundation and Jones High School Scholarship applications. You need to apply for the Commander Family Scholarship Eligibility: • The Commander Family Scholarship can only be used by students who are enrolled in full-time study at an academically accredited institution in the state of Oklahoma. • Graduating seniors from high schools that participate in the Central Oklahoma Guidance Counselor Network. • Have an unweighted high school GPA between 3.0 and 3.79. • Demonstrate leadership and participation in school activities, and demonstrate a desire to work. The Commander Family Scholarship was established in 2001 in memory of A.C. (Gus) Commander by his wife Ruth and son Ed. The Commander Family Scholarship is funded through the Commander Family Fund endowment. Deadline is March 1, 2019. Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS SENIORS: Now that you have completed the Community FOundation and Jones High School Scholarship applications. You need to apply for the H. W. Almen/West OKC Rotary Scholarship The West OKC Rotary established the H. W. Almen Scholarship Fund at the Oklahoma City Community Foundation with the purpose of providing scholarships for students graduating from high schools in Oklahoma. Eligibility: • Must be graduating senior from an Oklahoma high school (students who complete graduation requirements through home schooling are eligible). • A cumulative high school GPA ≥ 2.75. • Financial need is considered. Applicant’s family income cannot exceed $125,000 (Adjusted Gross Income on Form 1040 or FAFSA). Funds may be used for tuition, fees and book expenses. Payments are made directly to the school. Deadline is February 15, 2019. Apply at www.occf.org/scholarships

Jones High School Sophomores: The Kiwanis Sophomore of the Year application is now available. Deadline to submit is February 22. See Mr. Moses or your sophomore English Teacher for packet.

The December 8 administration of the ACT, scheduled to be given at Jones High School, has been canceled due to inclement weather. The rescheduled test date will be posted at www.actstudent.org as soon as it is set. Registered examinees will receive official notification from ACT. This announcement is only for those examines registered at Jones High School

With the threat of a winter storm tomorrow we are going to postpone the HS basketball games that were scheduled to be played at OCS tomorrow night. The games will be moved to Thursday Dec. 13th @ OCS. The JV boys will be the first game played at 5:00, with varsity girls and boys to follow.

The University of Oklahoma College of Pharmacy is excited to announce registration is now open for a FREE event for students interested in a health career, a career as a pharmacist, or becoming a researcher, and we cordially invite them to the 2nd Annual OUCOP Future PharmeRx Preview Day on Saturday, February 23, 2019 from 9:00 am-2:30 pm. This fun event exposes middle and high school students to the possibilities of a pharmacy career through a variety of interactive experiences with our faculty, residents, graduate students, and pharmacy students. This event will be held at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center College of Pharmacy, 1110 N Stonewall Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73117. This event is open to the first 75 middle school and high school students who register by the deadline of Friday, February 8, 2019. A tentative schedule is below but this schedule is subject to change based on availability. 9:00 am: Registration & Breakfast 9:15 am: Introduction to Pharmacy & Pharmacy School 9:45 am: Break 10:00 am: Group 1: Pharmacy Career Exploration/Group 2: Getting Into Pharmacy School/Group 3: Pharmacy Skills Competition 10:45 am: Switch Stations 11:00 am: Group 1: Pharmacy Skills Competition/Group 2: Pharmacy Career Exploration/Group 3: Getting Into Pharmacy School 11:45 am: Lunch-Networking with Faculty & Pharmacy Students 1:00 pm: Group 1: Getting Into Pharmacy School/Group 2: Pharmacy Skills Competition/Group 3: Pharmacy Career Exploration 1:45 pm: Campus Tour and Group Photo For proper planning for supplies and materials, please register no later than Friday, February 8, 2019. Students can register by going to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FuturePharmeRx

JHS SENIORS: FINAL REMINDER that the Community Foundation Scholarship and Jones High School Scholarship Deadlines are TOMORROW, DECEMBER 6. The OKC Community Foundation Scholarship are three part. 1) General Application; 2) High School Senior Student Application; and finally 3) individual scholarship applications under opportunities. To apply for Community Foundation Scholarships go to www.occf.org/scholarships

On Tuesday, Dec. 11th at halftime of the Girls Varsity Basketball game we will present the 2018 3A Baseball State Champions with their STATE RINGS.

JHS SENIORS: Ron Brown Scholarship Program Deadline January 9, 2019 https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/program-description

JHS SENIORS: GE REAGAN FOINDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Deadline January 4, 2019 https://www.scholarsapply.org/ge-reagan/information.php

JONES HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS: Footlocker Scholar Athlete Deadline December 14 https://footlockerscholarathletes.com/

Jones High School Seniors: Science Ambassador Scholarship Deadline December 11, 2018 https://www.scienceambassadorscholarship.org/

JHS JUNIORS who are going to be first generation college students: The OKC Community Foundation New Opportunities Scholarship is open for application. Ther application is two part. 1) General Application; 2) High School Junior Student Application. To apply for Community Foundation New Opportunity Scholarship go to www.occf.org/scholarships

JHS SENIORS: Reminder that the Community Foundation Scholarship and Jones High School Scholarship Deadlines are December 6. The OKC Community Foundation Scholarship are three part. 1) General Application; 2) High School Senior Student Application; and finally 3) individual scholarship applications under opportunities. To apply for Community Foundation Scholarships go to www.occf.org/scholarships

Congratulations to our Jones High School Football Players for Recognition for 2018 2A-2 All District Awards: 2018 (2A-2) Jones All District Football Players District MVP- Dylan Weiher Defensive Player of the Year- Sam Blaine Receiver of the Year- Jase Farmer Offensive Lineman of the Year- Kason Cathey Outside Linebacker of the Year- Parker Case Defensive Lineman of the Year- Jaaren Sebert Defensive Back of the Year- Lucas Collier 1st Team Offense Gunner Mitchell (Tight End) 1st Team Defense Oakley Tubbs ( D-Line) Bo Duren (Linebacker) 2nd Team Offense D’Quan Laskey (Receiver)

The Jones High School Band will be presenting their annual winter concert on Thursday, Dec. 6th at 6 pm. It will feature the 6th, 7th, 8th, and HS bands. Come out and enjoy some great music.

THe Jones High school Choir will be presenting thier annual Choir Concert on Mon. Dec. 10 @ 6:00 p.m. at JHS. Come out and listen to some great music.

The Jones High School Musical Theater Department will be presenting a production of "Beauty and the Beast" on Mon., Dec. 17 @ 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 in advance or $6.00 at the door. School age and above require a ticket for admission. Everyone come and enjoy a great show.

JONES HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL will open season on Friday, November 30 at home against Hennessey. Girls will start at 6:30pm Everyone come out and support Longhorn Basketball.