🥎 Tiger Softball is headed to Baldwin City for their State Quarterfinal matchup Monday, 5/25!
🕑 First Pitch: 2pm
📍 Baker University, 618 Eighth St., Baldwin City, KS 66006
🥎 Matchup: #5 Jefferson West vs. #4 Frontenac High School
🎟 Tickets & Seating Information:
• Ticket Price: $10 per day per person
• Electronic Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/6592493?schoolId=KSHSAA ($1.50 fee applies)
🚫 Prohibited Items:
• No outside food or beverages
• No glass containers
• All bags and parcels are subject to search
• Pets are not permitted
Good luck Lady Tigers!🖤🤍❤️🥎



💨 SWOOSH - We have Tigers headed to the State Track & Field Championships on 5/29-30 at Wichita State University - Cessna Stadium! See attached flyer for Order of Events.🏃♂️🏃♀️
State Qualifiers:
🏅 Boys Triple Jump — Jason Payne
🏅 Boys Discus — Osiris Unruh
🏅 Boys Shot Put — Osiris Unruh
🏅 Girls 400M Run — Brynlee Koontz
🏅 Girls 800M Run — Brynlee Koontz
🏅 Boys Long Jump — Jason Payne
🏅 Boys 4x100M Relay — Ezvin Griffin, Jason Payne, Alex Jacobson, Crayton Holman
🏅 Boys 4x400M Relay — Ezvin Griffin, Parker Jensen, Alex Jacobson, Jason Payne
🎟 General Admission:
• Walk Up: $10 per person (Cash/Credit/Debit) • Pre-K children admitted free
🎫 Digital Tickets • Additional digital ticket processing fees may apply
Friday: https://goshockers.evenue.net/event/STT26/STT01
Saturday: https://goshockers.evenue.net/event/STT26/STT02
📍 Wichita State University – Cessna Stadium, 1845 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS 67260
🚪 Gate Information:
• Friday Gates Open: 6:45 AM
• Saturday Gates Open: 7:00 AM
🍿 Program Price: $4
🌭 Concessions Available
⚠️ Important Fan Information:
• Metal detectors at all entry points
• Bags of reasonable size permitted
• One sealed 16 oz. water bottle per person allowed
• Insulated cups must be empty upon entry
• No outside food/drink, coolers, wagons, weapons, or noisemakers permitted
• Lawn chairs permitted ONLY on the West Side throwing field




Join us Monday, 5/25 at 10:45am at the High School to wish the Lady Tigers Softball team good luck as we send them off to Baldwin City for the first round of State!
Let’s pack the parking lot and show our Tiger Pride! 🥎

🥎 Tiger Softball is headed to Baldwin City for their State Quarterfinal matchup Monday, 5/25!
🕑 First Pitch: 2pm
📍 Baker University, 618 Eighth St., Baldwin City, KS 66006
🥎 Matchup: #5 Jefferson West vs. #4 Frontenac High School
🎟 Tickets & Seating Information:
• Ticket Price: $10 per day per person
• Electronic Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/6592493?schoolId=KSHSAA ($1.50 fee applies)
🚫 Prohibited Items:
• No outside food or beverages
• No glass containers
• All bags and parcels are subject to search
• Pets are not permitted
Good luck Lady Tigers!🖤🤍❤️🥎



Jefferson West vs. Girard
📅 Monday, 5/25
🕚 First Pitch: 11am
📍 Blue Valley West High School, 16200 Antioch Rd, Overland Park, KS 66085
🎟 Tickets & Seating Information:
• Ticket Price: $10 per day per person - THIS IS A CASHLESS LOCATION
• Gate Purchases: Credit/Debit only
• Electronic Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/6592486?schoolId=KSHSAA
🚫 Prohibited Items:
• No outside food or beverages
• No glass containers
• All bags and parcels are subject to search
• Pets are not permitted
🎙 Can’t make it to the game?
MCS Radio Group, KAIR 93.7 FM, will broadcast the State Baseball Quarterfinals game live.
Good luck Tigers! 🖤🤍❤️⚾





⚾ Baseball
🥎 Softball
⛳ Golf
🏃♂️🏃♀️ Track & Field
All have qualified for their respective State Championships!
Different sports.
Same determination.
Same commitment.
Same Tiger mentality.
Through every practice, every competition, every challenge, and every victory, our student-athletes have represented Jefferson West with pride, heart, and relentless effort.
Good luck to all of our state qualifiers as they continue an unforgettable season! 🔥
📷Olivia Mayer

⛳Jefferson West Varsity Golf — State Tournament Details ⛳
🏌️ Team Members:
Gage Moser • Jace Coleman • Colter Berens • Parker Petesch • Nate Woerner • Jacob Rowe
📅 State Tournament Begins: Tuesday, May 26
📍 Lake Shawnee Golf Course, 4141 East Edge Road, Topeka, KS 66609
🎟️ Free Admission
🍿 Concessions available
🚫 No private coolers allowed
⛈️ In the event of inclement weather, a revised plan and schedule adjustments will be communicated by Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA). Please continue to monitor announcements and updates for the latest information.
Good luck to our Tigers as they compete at the Class 3A State Golf Tournament! 🔥 TIGER ROAR!




📣 Jefferson West USD 340 Is Hiring! 📣
UPDATED OPPORTUNITIES - Jefferson West USD 340 is currently seeking outstanding individuals to join our team!
💼 Interested in becoming part of Tiger Nation?
Please see the attached flyer for current employment opportunities and available positions. Whether you’re passionate about education, student support, food service, coaching, or other school services, we encourage you to explore the opportunities available.
Come make a difference in the lives of students and be part of something special! Join the Jefferson West family—TIGER ROAR! ✨

🚨THE PARENT MEETING IS FRIDAY, MAY 22, AT 6:30PM FOR INCOMING 7-12 GRADES.🚨
We are excited to announce our Summer Athletic Development & Sports Performance Training Program, designed to help student-athletes improve strength, conditioning, speed, and overall performance in preparation for the upcoming school year. There will be a parent meeting on Friday, May 22, at 6:30pm at the High School. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Jeff Schwinn, jeff.schwinn@usd340.org.
Program Details:
Start Date: June 1, 2026
Days: Monday – Thursday
Emphasis: Strength training, speed and agility development, conditioning, injury prevention, and sport-specific performance improvement.
This program is open to all Jefferson West High School and Middle School students who are interested in enhancing their athletic abilities during the summer months. Our coaching staff will provide structured workouts and guidance to help athletes build a strong foundation for success in their respective sports. We strongly encourage all athletes to take advantage of this opportunity to stay active, build strength, and prepare for their upcoming seasons.
General Daily Schedule:
HS BOYS & GIRLS (Incoming 9-12 Grades)
6:15 AM - WEIGHT ROOM DOORS OPEN - MOBILITY
6:30 AM - ACTIVE WARM-UP+
6:40 AM - STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
7:40 AM - TIGER BREAK (FB TO FIELD)
7:50 AM - SPORT SPECIFIC TRAINING
8:30 AM - FINISH
MS BOYS & GIRLS (Incoming 7 & 8 Grades)
7:30 AM - ACTIVE WARM-UP+
7:40 AM - STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
8:30 AM - FINISH
Additional information will be posted for reminders leading up to a great summer of preparation. We look forward to seeing our student-athletes working hard this summer!

🚨THE PARENT MEETING IS FRIDAY, MAY 22, AT 6:30PM FOR INCOMING 7-12 GRADES.🚨
We are excited to announce our Summer Athletic Development & Sports Performance Training Program, designed to help student-athletes improve strength, conditioning, speed, and overall performance in preparation for the upcoming school year. There will be a parent meeting on Friday, May 22, at 6:30pm at the High School. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Jeff Schwinn, jeff.schwinn@usd340.org.
Program Details:
Start Date: June 1, 2026
Days: Monday – Thursday
Emphasis: Strength training, speed and agility development, conditioning, injury prevention, and sport-specific performance improvement.
This program is open to all Jefferson West High School and Middle School students who are interested in enhancing their athletic abilities during the summer months. Our coaching staff will provide structured workouts and guidance to help athletes build a strong foundation for success in their respective sports. We strongly encourage all athletes to take advantage of this opportunity to stay active, build strength, and prepare for their upcoming seasons.
General Daily Schedule:
HS BOYS & GIRLS (Incoming 9-12 Grades)
6:15 AM - WEIGHT ROOM DOORS OPEN - MOBILITY
6:30 AM - ACTIVE WARM-UP+
6:40 AM - STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
7:40 AM - TIGER BREAK (FB TO FIELD)
7:50 AM - SPORT SPECIFIC TRAINING
8:30 AM - FINISH
MS BOYS & GIRLS (Incoming 7 & 8 Grades)
7:30 AM - ACTIVE WARM-UP+
7:40 AM - STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
8:30 AM - FINISH
Additional information will be posted for reminders leading up to a great summer of preparation. We look forward to seeing our student-athletes working hard this summer!

Last night, Jefferson West captured the Class 3A Region 1 Championship with two thrilling victories:
🥎 Defeated Oskaloosa — 2-1
🥎 Defeated Nemaha Central High School — 3-1 in the championship game
🏆 REGIONAL CHAMPIONS! 🏆
➡️ Next Stop: STATE!
📅 Quarterfinal Round: Monday, May 25
📍 Location: To be announced as soon as details become available
🥎 State Tournament Dates: May 27–29
📍 Arrocha Ballpark, 6100 Rock Chalk Dr., Lawrence, 66045 - Home of University of Kansas Softball
📣 Watch for additional state tournament information and updates coming soon!
Congratulations to our Lady Tigers on an incredible postseason run! 🥎🔥 TIGER ROAR!



🚨THE PARENT MEETING IS FRIDAY, MAY 22, AT 6:30PM FOR INCOMING 7-12 GRADES.🚨
We are excited to announce our Summer Athletic Development & Sports Performance Training Program, designed to help student-athletes improve strength, conditioning, speed, and overall performance in preparation for the upcoming school year. There will be a parent meeting on Friday, May 22, at 6:30pm at the High School. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Jeff Schwinn, jeff.schwinn@usd340.org.
Program Details:
Start Date: June 1, 2026
Days: Monday – Thursday
Emphasis: Strength training, speed and agility development, conditioning, injury prevention, and sport-specific performance improvement.
This program is open to all Jefferson West High School and Middle School students who are interested in enhancing their athletic abilities during the summer months. Our coaching staff will provide structured workouts and guidance to help athletes build a strong foundation for success in their respective sports. We strongly encourage all athletes to take advantage of this opportunity to stay active, build strength, and prepare for their upcoming seasons.
General Daily Schedule:
HS BOYS & GIRLS (Incoming 9-12 Grades)
6:15 AM - WEIGHT ROOM DOORS OPEN - MOBILITY
6:30 AM - ACTIVE WARM-UP+
6:40 AM - STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
7:40 AM - TIGER BREAK (FB TO FIELD)
7:50 AM - SPORT SPECIFIC TRAINING
8:30 AM - FINISH
MS BOYS & GIRLS (Incoming 7 & 8 Grades)
7:30 AM - ACTIVE WARM-UP+
7:40 AM - STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
8:30 AM - FINISH
Additional information will be posted for reminders leading up to a great summer of preparation. We look forward to seeing our student-athletes working hard this summer!

The Lady Tigers are advancing! Last night, Jefferson West defeated Sabetha with an impressive 12-2 victory to move on to the semifinals!
➡️ Semifinal Matchup: Jefferson West vs. Oskaloosa
📅 Today — May 20
⏰ First Pitch: 3pm
📍 Location: 303 E. St Joseph Street, Wathena, KS 66090.
🎟️ Admission:
• Adults — $8
• Students (K–12) — $6
🍿 Concessions available
Let’s continue the postseason run and cheer on our Lady Tigers!🔥 TIGER ROAR!


Last night, Jefferson West captured the Class 3A Region 1 Championship with two dominant victories:
⚾ Defeated Hiawatha — 7-1
⚾ Defeated Maur Hill-Mount Academy — 18-0 in the championship game
🏆 REGIONAL CHAMPIONS! 🏆
➡️ Next Stop: STATE!
📅 Quarterfinal Round: Monday, May 25
📍 Location: To be announced as soon as details become available
☔ If Monday’s game is completely rained out, it will be moved to Tuesday, May 26.
🏟️ State Tournament Dates: May 27–29
📍 Hoglund Ballpark, 1651 Naismith Drive, Lawrence, 66045, Home of University of Kansas Baseball
📣 Watch for additional state tournament details coming soon!
Congratulations, Tigers! Keep the momentum rolling! 🔥 TIGER ROAR!



The last day of school has finally arrived — TODAY, Wednesday, May 20! 🎉
Early dismissal times:
• Elementary School — 11:45am
• Middle School — 12Noon
• High School — 12Noone
Have a safe and wonderful summer! ☀️ We’ll see you back on Thursday, August 13 for the first day of school for the 2026–2027 school year! 🎒🚌🏫
Go Tigers! 🖤🤍❤️

📣 Jefferson West USD 340 Is Hiring! 📣
UPDATED OPPORTUNITIES - Jefferson West USD 340 is currently seeking outstanding individuals to join our team!
💼 Interested in becoming part of Tiger Nation?
Please see the attached flyer for current employment opportunities and available positions. Whether you’re passionate about education, student support, food service, coaching, or other school services, we encourage you to explore the opportunities available.
Come make a difference in the lives of students and be part of something special! Join the Jefferson West family—TIGER ROAR! ✨

🚨THE PARENT MEETING HAS BEEN MOVED TO FRIDAY, MAY 22.🚨
We are excited to announce our Summer Athletic Development & Sports Performance Training Program, designed to help student-athletes improve strength, conditioning, speed, and overall performance in preparation for the upcoming school year. There will be a parent meeting on Friday, May 22, at 6:30pm at the High School. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Jeff Schwinn, jeff.schwinn@usd340.org.
Program Details:
Start Date: June 1, 2026
Days: Monday – Thursday
Emphasis: Strength training, speed and agility development, conditioning, injury prevention, and sport-specific performance improvement.
This program is open to all Jefferson West High School and Middle School students who are interested in enhancing their athletic abilities during the summer months. Our coaching staff will provide structured workouts and guidance to help athletes build a strong foundation for success in their respective sports. We strongly encourage all athletes to take advantage of this opportunity to stay active, build strength, and prepare for their upcoming seasons.
General Daily Schedule:
HS BOYS & GIRLS
6:15 AM - WEIGHT ROOM DOORS OPEN - MOBILITY
6:30 AM - ACTIVE WARM-UP+
6:40 AM - STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
7:40 AM - TIGER BREAK (FB TO FIELD)
7:50 AM - SPORT SPECIFIC TRAINING
8:30 AM - FINISH
MS BOYS & GIRLS
7:30 AM - ACTIVE WARM-UP+
7:40 AM - STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
8:30 AM - FINISH
Additional information will be posted for reminders leading up to a great summer of preparation. We look forward to seeing our student-athletes working hard this summer!

🎓 Jefferson West High School Graduation Ceremony 🎓
📅 Sunday, May 17, 2026
🕑 2pm
📍 Jefferson West High School Gymnasium
🎥 Livestream: https://www.facebook.com/BSmithEnterprises/
Class of 2026, as you step into this exciting new chapter of your lives, remember that every new beginning holds the promise of limitless potential. Embrace each moment, pursue your dreams, and create the future you’ve always imagined. Your hard work, determination, and perseverance have brought you to this incredible milestone, and we couldn’t be more proud of all you have accomplished.
✨Congratulations, Class of 2026! Good luck on your new journey. May success always be with you. The best is yet to come. TIGER ROAR!🖤🤍❤️

• Purpose: To pay special tribute to the men and women who serve in the United States' Armed Forces.
• Origin: Announced by Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson on Aug. 31, 1949, and officially proclaimed as a national holiday by President John F. Kennedy in 1961.
• Difference from Other Holidays: While Memorial Day honors those who died in service and Veterans Day honors all retired veterans, Armed Forces Day specifically highlights active-duty personnel.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE FROM JEFFERSON WEST USD 340!

⚾ Baseball Semifinals
🥎 Softball Quarterfinals
📅 Date: Tuesday, May 19
📣 More information, including game times, opponents, admission, and additional details, will be shared as soon as it is received.
Please plan accordingly and get ready to support our Tigers!🔥

