Jefferson West USD 340 - Home of the Tigers

Happy July 4th from Jefferson West USD 340! Wishing our students, families, and community a safe and joyful Independence Day! May your day be filled with pride, celebration, and gratitude for the freedoms we enjoy.

Jefferson West Lakeside Singers were featured for a SECOND time on WIBW last night in their "Good Kids" segment. Check it out! 👇👇👇 https://www.wibw.com/2025/07/02/good-kids-high-school-choir-belts-out-its-best-baseball-fans/

Join us for the 32nd Annual Jefferson West Tiger 5K!

Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025

Location: 210 N Miller, Meriden, KS 66512

Time: On-site registration, 7-7:30am

Race Time: 8am. Join us face-to-face OR virtually! This year, you can come RUN THIS TOWN or run YOUR town. This gives you the opportunity to join us as we celebrate the wonderful rush of finishing a 5K!

Awards:
• Top 3 finishers in each age group receive medals
• Top 3 overall male and female finishers receive hand-crafted pottery awards by retired JWHS Art Teacher, Mark Ralston

Proceeds benefit the Jefferson West Cross Country Team.

Sign up and support a great cause! If you have any questions, please contact Head Coach Mary Williams, mary.williams@usd340.org.

Pre-register online at: https://runsignup.com/Race/KS/Meriden/JWTiger5KSD?fbclid=IwY2xjawLSVvdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFMaHhNdDJNOGs2ZWVuaVhBAR684rMazWgvbq4GdZ9ZgSz3ht31nCishZk-oS-y6WB5auscDAlpzCIpyzKGKg_aem_CVJ49CgzCcM9aq-vyhdfkQ

Join us in supporting the High School Tigers Germany Trip!

Jefferson West High School students have the incredible opportunity to travel to Germany for a life-changing educational experience. Help make this dream a reality!

Ways to Support:
• Participate in our fundraising event at Gambino’s 7/16, 5-9pm
• Donate directly to the High School Germany Trip Fund
• Spread the word and encourage others to contribute

Every dollar brings our High School students one step closer to exploring the education, culture, history, and language of Germany.

Stay tuned for updates and thank you for your generous support!

Contact Lisa Sage, lisa.sage@usd340.org, or Mark Farr, mark.farr@usd340.org, for more information or to make a donation.

A reminder to all staff, students, parents, and community members – Monday, 6/30 through Sunday, 7/6 is Summer Moratorium per KSHSAA. There shall be NO school related athletic activities. During this time coaches (licensed teacher coaches and coach aides employed by member schools) are prohibited from engaging in any type of activity involving student athletes whether it be practice, training, weightlifting, conditioning, competition or travel. All Jefferson West USD 340 athletic facilities will be closed during this period to school personnel and students grades 7-12. If Jefferson West USD 340 athletic facilities also serve as non-school community recreation facilities, these facilities may remain open during the moratorium so long as no Jefferson West USD 340 teams are playing and no Jefferson West USD 340 coaches/coach aides are coaching the teams/individuals. During this one-week dead period, students may attend camps or competitions but may not do so with their school coaches. This moratorium does not impact fine arts or spirit activities. If you have any questions, please contact the High School or District Office.

What great experience at the KABC All-State Baseball game in Wichita! Congrats to Coach Hypse for 3A Coach of the Year and Cooper Watkins for 3A Pitcher of the Year! Fun to see our awesome coaches (Hypse, Axtell & Steuve) on the field representing Jefferson West!! ❤️⚾️🖤⚾️

Have a happy and safe Fourth of July, Tigers! Please plan accordingly:

Join the Jefferson West Touchdown Club! Support our student-athletes and help build a strong football program at Jefferson West High School! The Touchdown Club is a group of parents, alumni, and community members working together to provide resources, spirit, and support to our High School football team. Why Join? • Promote team spirit and community pride • Assist with team meals, gear, and events • Get involved and stay connected! Membership is open to everyone who wants to support Jefferson West High School Football! See the flyer or scan the QR Code for more information.

Come one, come all, and check out some volleyball! The volleyball teams are finishing their final week of summer league this week. Everyone is invited to come watch on Wednesday, June 25th (no cost to attend). There will also be three food trucks located in front of Jeff West High School from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Food can be purchased by athletes, parents, and community members. Spread the word! The Burger Bus (variety of burgers) The Blind Barista (coffee truck) Snowie (snow cones, fresh lemonade, cotton candy)

We are preparing for the Tiger 5K on Saturday, August 16! We'd love to have you join us as we RUN THIS TOWN! 🐅 For questions, please contact Mary Williams at mary.williams@usd340.org Click the link below for entry: https://runsignup.com/Race/KS/Meriden/JWTiger5KSD

Due to forecasted weather, Tiger Mini Camp scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 24th, will be postponed to a later date. An announcement will be posted when a date has been determined. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Jefferson West Middle School boys basketball camp 2025. It was great to get into a gym this summer with these young men. Keep them playing and competing and good things will come. Changing the culture and teaching them more than just basketball. Teaching them life skills that will carry with them for the rest of their lives. Excited for the season!

Join the Jefferson West Touchdown Club! Support our student-athletes and help build a strong football program at Jefferson West High School! The Touchdown Club is a group of parents, alumni, and community members working together to provide resources, spirit, and support to our High School football team. Why Join? • Promote team spirit and community pride • Assist with team meals, gear, and events • Get involved and stay connected! Membership is open to everyone who wants to support Jefferson West High School Football! See the flyer or scan the QR Code for more information.

Jefferson West High School is accepting orders for the "Tiger Walk" to recognize alumni and supporters of the school. You can have your name inscribed on a brick and placed permanently on the Tiger Walk. The walk is in front of the main entrance of the High School. This project not only improves the appearance of our school building, but also improves drainage in that area. It's simple and here's how it works. INDIVIDUALS: This is an opportunity to honor your children, grandchildren, friends, or loved ones no longer with us, by having their name inscribed on a brick permanently placed on the Tiger Walk. The cost is $25.00 for each inscribed brick. CORPORATE SPONSORS: If you wish to become a corporate sponsor with your company's name place permanently on the Tiger Walk for public recognition of your support for Jefferson West High School, we suggest a $100.00 donation. USD 340 Jefferson West reserves the right to refuse inscriptions deemed inappropriate. The deadline to order is July 7, 2025. Use this link to place your order: https://forms.gle/F2YvcUvxFAJ6b8Xn7

Jefferson West Youth Volleyball Camp Dates: July 14-16 Registration Deadline: July 7 Use this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfe31fm4DAbOBEbtkdusDYo7G62MWU2NxGNztR9QvwL3mGd3w/viewform Location: Jefferson West High School Gym Conducted by: Jefferson West High School Volleyball Coaches and High School Players Who Can Attend: Youth entering Grades 1-6 Camp Times: Grades 4-6: 10:30am-12:30pm Grades 1-3: 1-2:30pm Cost: $35 per participant – Includes camp t-shirt and daily instruction *Discount available for multiple campers from the same family See flyer for more information. Join us!

The Jefferson West Cheerleaders are having a golf tournament on June 27. Team Entry Fee - $250 (meal included) or you can sponsor a hole - $100.

🔴⚫ Join the Jefferson West Booster Club! ⚫🔴 Want to show your Tiger Pride and support ALL student activities at Jefferson West? Whether it’s athletics, music, drama, academics, or any of the amazing programs at Jefferson West – the Booster Club supports it all! Jefferson West Booster Club is here to help our students thrive and supports it all! We need parents, alumni, area businesses, and community members ready to make a real impact to help our students succeed. Whether you're cheering in the stands, helping behind the scenes, or contributing to team events, your involvement makes a big difference. 🔥 What we do: ✔️ Support ALL school activities at ALL levels ✔️ Fundraisers & events ✔️ Build school spirit and community pride ✔️ Celebrate student success 💥 Every voice and helping hand matters! Be a part of something bigger. Join the Jefferson West Booster Club today! 📣 Let’s build something great – together. 📬 Interested? Reach out TODAY to the Jefferson West Booster Club at jeffwestboosterclub@gmail.com or sign up here to get started https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoSgfFjRQLdPWv4XF-KkRTkaXUjKDcmwFETvJVIyGW1-4QLg/viewform #HeedtheRoar

Tiny & Future Tigers Basketball Camp (Grades K-6) 🏀 Sign Up Now! 🐯 📅 July 7–10 (K-2 8-9:30am; 3-6 10am-Noon) 💲 Cost: $50 + 1 Canned Good Get ready for four days of fun, fundamentals, and Tiger spirit! Open to all future basketball stars. Don’t miss it! 📍 Sign up today! Follow this link to register - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNMKAyzJ-U_v6pIlEOP_vbPsI11bLHaiNFl6dBwG6jvnXQ8w/viewform?usp=header

Ready to take your football skills to the next level? Join us for the Tiger Mini Camp. A 3-day experience, for kids entering grades 4-6, packed with energy, fundamentals, and Tiger pride! Dates: June 10, 17, & 24, 2025 Time: 8:30–9:45am (Day 1 check-in at 8am) Location: Jefferson West Tiger Stadium Fee: $40 (covers all sessions & includes t-shirt) This camp focuses on developing athletic movement, learning skills for all positions, and building enthusiasm for Jefferson West Football. Led by Head Football Coach Jeff Schwinn and the Jefferson West Coaching staff, with help from current student-athletes, it’s the perfect way to grow your game and your love for football. Please use this link to pre-register. Payment is due at time of event. Pre-Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf-5QQIEwNCuPgiFXH4o1dlmHpGF1Ndhave6dKuJSZoLD-XJg/viewform #HeedtheRoar

REMINDER: Tomorrow and Friday we are calling on the Tiger community to come help us out at the Preschool. See flyer for details!