🗓️ SAVE THE DATE: Special BoE Meetings to take place October 6th at the Ozawkie facility at 8am, October 8th in the Elementary Commons and October 28th at 6:00 PM in the High School Commons area.
❓These will be similar to our previous breakout sessions with one to two board members at a table alongside community members to speak about the "Facility Needs List".
This is your invite! Come on out, and let's talk!

This Friday, 10/31, we’ll be hosting a first-round matchup in the 3A playoffs, and we want to start the evening with some extra excitement! We’re inviting community members to take their motorcycles for a lap around the track before kickoff to help set the tone for the night.
If you’d like to participate, please scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up and fill out the Google form. Additional details will be shared via email. Space is limited sign up soon!
Let’s make it a night to remember — Go Tigers! 🏈🔥
Thank you for your continued support of Jeff West Football!

The funds will be used to update the school’s non-fiction collection and provide supplementary reading materials that align with the recently adopted reading curriculum. By expanding and modernizing these resources, the school aims to better support student learning, encourage curiosity, and strengthen literacy skills across all grade levels.
Jefferson West Elementary is grateful to NEKLS for their investment in student success and looks forward to enhancing the library’s role as a hub for exploration and discovery.
About NEKLS: Northeast Kansas Library System (NEKLS) is one of seven Kansas Regional Systems of Cooperating Libraries. NEKLS is dedicated to providing universal access to exceptional library service through its 117 member libraries (11 academic; 48 public; 50 school districts; 8 special) in the 14 counties of Northeast Kansas through the cooperation and peer support of NEKLS member libraries, and the assistance of the NEKLS staff of library consultants.

🎃 Come join us for Trunk or Treat TODAY!
Jefferson West High School FBLA is hosting Trunk or Treat! Kids and teens (ages 0–18) will vote for the Best Trunk—don’t miss out on the creativity! 🍬👻 Come for the candy, stay for the fun! 🍬👻
High School students, use the following link to enter...https://forms.gle/UiEjfX9SVnhaohyj6
🗓 TODAY, Sunday, October 26
⏰ 5-8pm
📍 Jefferson West High School

⏰ Late Start Friday Alert!
TOMORROW, Friday, 10/24, school starts at 10am. Sleep in a little… but just a little! 😴📚
Washburn Tech and HCCTC transportation will run as normal.

Jefferson West FCCLA’s got you covered — 39-gallon leaf bags, 25 per roll, only $13/roll!
Get yours today! Contact Leslie Abbott, leslie.abbott@usd340.org, or call the High School, 785-484-3331.

Parents & Patrons, USD 340 would like to remind you of the Community Engagement Meeting taking place next Tuesday, October 28th at 6:00 PM in the JWHS commons.
We look forward to seeing you there!


🎃 Come join us for Trunk or Treat!
Jefferson West High School FBLA is hosting Trunk or Treat! Kids and teens (ages 0–18) will vote for the Best Trunk—don’t miss out on the creativity! 🍬👻 Come for the candy, stay for the fun! 🍬👻
High School students, use the following link to enter...https://forms.gle/UiEjfX9SVnhaohyj6
🗓 Sunday, October 26
⏰ 5-8pm
📍 Jefferson West High School

This Friday, 10/24, school starts at 10am. Sleep in a little… but just a little! 😴📚
Washburn Tech and HCCTC transportation will run as normal.

Whether you’re driving, walking, or riding the bus, let’s prioritize the safety of our children. Thank you for sharing the road safely with our school buses. 🚍

THIS THURSDAY, 10/23...Community members, please join us on Thursday, October 23rd for a School Board Candidate Forum.
This is your chance to visit with the constituents of our District prior to the elections, November 4th. See flyer for details!
(The purpose of this forum is to facilitate a meeting of the candidates with the public, is non-partisan, and not an endorsement of any candidate)

Boss’s Day, also known as National Boss’s Day, is an annual observance that provides an opportunity to appreciate and show gratitude to employers, supervisors, and bosses for their leadership, support, and guidance in the workplace. This day acknowledges the role of bosses in fostering a positive work environment and motivating their teams.
Happy Boss’s Day to the USD 340 leaders who inspire, support, and motivate every day. Thank you for leading our Tiger crew with heart, humor, and lots of school spirit and keeping our team roaring strong! 🐯🎉💛 Your guidance makes a difference!

Come out Saturday and support our Lady Golf team as they head to State. Festivities begin @ 9am at the High School. TIGER ROAR!!
#HeedtheRoar
Interested? https://www.facebook.com/events/1948767919026307?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

Community members, please join us on Thursday, October 23rd for a School Board Candidate Forum.
This is your chance to visit with the constituents of our district prior to the elections, November 4th. See flyer for details!
(The purpose of this forum is to facilitate a meeting of the candidates with the public, is non-partisan, and not an endorsement of any candidate.)

Columbus Day originated in the late 1800’s as a celebration of Italian-American heritage. It was made a national holiday in 1937 and moved to the 2nd Monday of October in 1971. Today, the holiday commemorates the anniversary of Christopher Columbus's landing in the Americas on October 12, 1492.
Indigenous Peoples' Day recognizes and honors the history, culture, and perseverance of Indigenous peoples in the Americas. This is a day to celebrate their ongoing resilience, vibrant cultures, and significant contributions to society.

October 15: Regular School Day; Conferences held 3:30-7:30pm
October 16: NO CLASSES; Conferences held 12Noon - 7:30pm
October 17: NO SCHOOL
Questions? Please contact your child's school. We look forward to seeing you!

Reminder that our next community engagement meeting will be held on October 28th at 6:00 pm in the high school commons.

ES @ 11:45am
MS/HS @ 12Noon


