🤘Lady Longhorns were recognized at halftime for their 🏀🏆3Peat State Championship🏀🏆#3Peat #TheDynasty
#SetTheStandard
JHS Juniors and Seniors interested in the field of Criminal Justice: The University of Central Oklahoma is hosting its annual CJ Day on Friday, October 6th from 10:00 am- 2:30 pm. Criminal Justice agencies are invited to bring recruitment materials to hand out to prospective and current students of criminal justice. Of course, many of our partners will also bring their police cars, boats, helicopters, etc. to showcase. Lunch is provided to all participants. There will also be remarks from UCO administration faculty, and students. Register at https://connect.uco.edu/register/cj2023 by noon on September 6
JHS Seniors: Our Oklahoma City Community College Admissions rep is scheduled to present in college prep on September 28. If you are not in college prep and would like to visit with our OCCC Admissions rep, sign up with MR. Moses. Remember if you are interested in OCCC this is the person you need to establish a relationship.
As the school year gets in to full swing, please see this message about school attendance: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/241/Jones_High_School/3451751/Attendance_Letter__District_.pdf
JHS 9-12 grade students: See attached information regarding Individual Career Academic Plans(ICAP) and the process you will undertake over your four years of high school.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/241/Jones_High_School/3451649/ICAP_INFORMATION.pdf
JHS Sophomores and Juniors: See information below about a phenomenal Leadership opportunity with the Rotary Youth Leadership Award:
We would like to invite sophomores or juniors to apply for the Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA). If selected, students will receive a full paid scholarship to attend RYLA's Leadership Development Retreat Oct. 2nd - Oct 8th. RYLA provides opportunities for students to develop "Power Skills" through interactive programming both virtual and in person that can transfer back into their lives in high school and beyond.
Please send this application out to any students that have shown leadership potential, or just need a little nudge to become a leader in their community.
RYLA Retreat Schedule:
October 1st - Meet virtually - 6pm to 9pm
October 2nd - Meet virtually - 5:30pm to 8pm
October 3rd - Meet virtually - 5:30pm to 8pm
October 4th - No meeting
October 5th - October 8th - In person overnight retreat at Center Oklahoma Camp and Conference Center
Applications Close September 1st, so please do not delay on recommending this opportunity to your students.
For more information, please go to students.leadernu.com or reach out to me at derrick@leadernu.com.
JHS Seniors: Bancfirst is taking applications for JHS Student Advisory Board. You can see Mr. Moses for application. If you want to be on student board, you need to complete application and get turned into Mr. Moses as soon as possible.
Homecoming 2023 is October 12th! Shirts are on sale through September 24th. There will be no extras ordered, so get yours ordered today!
https://gogandy.com/joneshs-hoco23
The Nike HSI Scholarship Program Application is now open and closes on September 15, 2023, 5:00 PM PT. We encourage you to share this opportunity with students in your network.
About
The Nike HSI Scholarship Program is designed to empower young leaders who currently attend a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).
An HSI is an institution of higher education with an undergraduate student enrollment that is at least 25 percent Hispanic. Please reference the latest US Department of Education NCES list to confirm if an institution is designated as an HSI.
Award
Scholars are selected based on merit. Award amounts range from $5,000 to $10,000, based on demonstrated financial need.
Eligibility Requirements
Must be of Hispanic heritage
Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university that is officially designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) – as defined by the Higher Education Act of 1965. For more information, visit the US Department of Education NCES list.
Other
No documents are required for the successful submission of Phase I. In October, students selected to proceed in the application process will be required to submit their undergraduate transcript(s), financial aid award letter, and enrollment verification.
Students who are first-year undergraduates, and who do not have undergraduate grades for summer/fall 2023, must submit their high school transcript in October, if they proceed in the application process. Students who submit a high school transcript must have obtained a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
How to Apply
Phase I of the Nike HSI Scholarship Program application is now open and closes on Friday, September 15, 2023, 5:00 PM PT.
https://nike-hsi-scholarship.hsfts.net/
JHS GIRLS INTERESTED IN AVIATION: SEE ATTACHED FLYER ABOUT FIRST ANNUAL GIRLS IN AVIATION CONFERENCE>
REGISTER AT:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/girls-in-aviation-day-in-central-oklahoma-tickets-673066649467?utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=
SENIORS: These admissions reps/recruiters will be at Jones High School on following dates and times. If you would like to visit with them you will need to sign up with MR. Moses so he can get you out of class to visit.
Oklahoma Army National Guard Tuesday September 5 11:20 to 12:40
Oklahoma State University Thursday September 14 11:20-12:40
University of Oklahoma Tuesday September 26 11:20 to 12:40
Seminole State College Monday October 9 11:20 to 12:40
University of Central Oklahoma Wednesday OCtober 24 11:20 to 12:40
JHS Seniors: Our University of Central Oklahoma Admissions rep is scheduled to present in college prep on October 24. If you are not in college prep and would like to visit with our UCO Admissions rep, sign up with MR. Moses. Remember if you are interested in UCO this is the person you need to establish a relationship.
JHS Seniors: Our Oklahoma State University Admissions rep is scheduled to present in college prep on September 14. If you are not in college prep and would like to visit with our OSU Admissions rep, sign up with MR. Moses. Remember if you are interested in OSU this is the person you need to establish a relationship.
The new 2024 yearbooks are on sale for $50 at jostensyearbooks.com. This is the best price all year. If you add a personalized name on the yearbook cover for $7, you can get 3 icons for free. There are paper order forms at the schools if you don't want to order online.
Also, spring yearbook pages are available for pickup. If you bought a yearbook last year, these spring pages go in that yearbook. All spring pages are at your student's school and will be handed out as soon as possible.
JHS Seniors: Our Army National Guard recruiter is scheduled to come present in college prep on September 5. IF you are interested and want to visit with her, please sign up with MR. Moses
JHS Seniors: Our admissions rep from Seminole State College is scheduled to be at Jones High School on October 9. If you would like to visit with her and get more information on Seminole State Collee sign up with Mr. Moses.
JHS Seniors: Our University of Oklahoma Admissions rep is scheduled to present in college prep on September 26. If you are not in college prep and would like to visit with our OU Admissions rep, sign up with MR. Moses. Remember if you are interested in OU this is the person you need to establish a relationship.
PARENTS we need your help! Please click on the link below to learn more about JPS funding. Thank you for your continued support of JPS!
3 easy steps:
1. Log into Wengage
2. Click on Student Records Portal
3. Click on Lunch Room Application. Fill out and Submit! Also available on the Wengage App and at school sites.
https://5il.co/22uqg
JHS Seniors: The Navy ROTC Scholarship opened on April 1 and closes on Jan 31. This scholarship will pay for four years of school and you would be part of the schools NROTC unit. You would graduate as commissioned Navy officer and serve your military commitment as a Navy Officer. For more information and to apply got to:
https://www.netc.navy.mil/commands/naval-service-training-command/nrotc/apply/
JHS Seniors: The 2023 High School Heisman Scholarship Application is now open. You could be awarded up to a $10000.00 scholarship. Check eligibility and apply at
https://heismanscholarship.com/