Our basketball teams travel to Hiawatha tonight. Tip-off is 4:30pm. Admission is $5/person (K-Adult). Join us!
If you can't make it to the games, you may livestream them here: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ks/hiawatha/organization/14945/hiawatha-high-school
On Wednesday, 2/26, High School Student Services Coordinator Kasey Jensen will be hosting an informational meeting for incoming freshman (current 8th graders). It will be held at in the High School Commons at 7pm. Please plan to attend!
Juniors - Are you ready for the FREE ACT Tuesday morning?
The ACT is a standardized test used for college admissions in the United States. It is administered by ACT, Inc. The ACT test covers four academic skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and scientific reasoning. It also offers an optional direct writing test.
Don't forget!!
The Spring Sports Parent Meeting will be held Monday, February 24, at 7:30pm at the High School. The sports of Baseball, Boys Golf, Softball, and Track will be showcased. Please make plans to attend!
Upcoming HS events for the week of 2/23…
2/28-3/1 G/B State Wrestling
2/24 Spring Sports Parent Meeting 7:30pm
(Baseball, Boys Golf, Softball, Track)
2/25 Juniors Free ACT 8am
2/25 G/B BSKB @ Hiawatha 4:30pm
2/26 FFA Selection Day @ Hoyt
2/26 Special Board Meeting 5:30pm
2/26 Incoming Freshman Pre-Enrollment 7pm
2/27 Girls BSKB 1st Round Sub-State @ ACCHS 7pm
2/28 Boys BSKB 1st Round Sub-State @ Silver Lake 7pm
3/1 Speech/Drama (Forensics) @ ACCHS
Congratulations to wrestlers Karson Kahler and Osiris Unruh who are State bound!! TIGER ROAR to these young men who wrestled their way placing at Regionals on Saturday to earn a spot to compete at State Wrestling this next weekend!! Karson Kahler - 3rd place and Osiris Unruh - 1st place. PROUD OF YOU!
Photo Credit: Jenni Unruh
#HeedtheRoar
Save the date: Saturday, March 1st, 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M.! Join us as we celebrate heart health in February with nutrition and activities at Jeff West Elementary School Open Gym!
See flyer for details.
Eight FFA chapter members attended the Western Farm Show in Kansas City, MO. There, members went around and saw farming equipment, educational booths, and small shops. Afterwards they ate at Ponak’s for lunch, then walked around Bass Pro Shops before returning home. #ksffa
Earlier this month, senior Karson Kahler wrestled his way to obtained his 100th win in his high school wrestling career! He is only 1 of 4 Jefferson West students who have achieved this recognition. Karson has wrestling since Kindergarten. CONGRATULATIONS KARSON!!
Photo Credit: Carol Kahler
Every year during the month of March, Kansas celebrates Youth Art Month (YAM) by hosting an exhibition at the Topeka Public Library. Teachers from all over Kansas are invited to choose one outstanding student to showcase at this event! This year's selection is Olivia Meyer, one of our art room seniors! Olivia has taken art since her freshman year, often taking more than one class a semester. Olivia says she doesn’t even remember how many art classes she’s taken because she’s taken so many. Olivia is always willing to jump in and learn no matter whether she’s done a similar assignment or not! This year, Olivia has really had a breakthrough in her realistic pencil drawings. Her drawing of Noah and Allie from the Notebook will be featured at the Topeka Public Library during the month of March! Please take time to stop by the library to check it out and be sure to tell her how awesome she is! CONGRATULATIONS OLIVIA!!
Yearbooks are now available for purchase! This year’s edition features a stunning silver foil cover, highlighting the Silver Linings theme. The cost is $46, payable by check to JWHS. To order, students can visit Mrs. Sage in rooms 123 or 129.
For customization and personalization options, orders must be placed online at https://shorturl.at/F1Dfp.
The sale ends April 15. Don’t miss out!
The Spring Sports Parent Meeting will be held Monday, February 24, at 7:30pm at the High School. The sports of Baseball, Boys Golf, Softball, and Track will be showcased. Please make plans to attend!
Good luck to our male wrestlers who are participating at Regionals Saturday, 2/22, in Tonganoxie! Matches begin at 9am. Admission is CASH ONLY $8/Adult and $6/Student (K-12). Fan and ticket information can be found here: https://www.kshsaa.org/react/fanpage/3625
Saturday matches will be livestreamed. The first link will be for all the action up to finals. The finals will have its own broadcast.
Action up to finals: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BM18-nV3rs
Finals: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHSBi1KnbPQ
FEBRUARY 19 & 20 - Due to continued weather conditions, Jefferson West USD 340 will be closed Wednesday, February 19 and Thursday, February 20. All events and activities are cancelled. This also applies to those students who attend Washburn Tech, Highland Tech, and TCALC.
FEBRUARY 18 - Due to projected weather conditions, Jefferson West USD 340 will be closed Tuesday, February 18. All events and activities are cancelled. This also applies to those students who attend Washburn Tech, Highland Tech, and TCALC.
Our lady wrestlers are State bound!! TIGER ROAR to these young ladies who wrestled their way placing at Regionals to earn a spot to compete at State Wrestling!! Payge Vetsch - 2nd, Sophie Waters - 3rd, Lucy Henderson - 6th, and Mya Vetsch - 7th.
Even better...Since KSHSAA separated by gender, we have never sent more than 1 lady to State in a year. EPIC TIGER ROAR!!!
#HeedtheRoar
Our Scholars Bowl team finished in the top six for 3A state Scholars Bowl! Well done, we're proud of all of you! Thank you to everyone who came out and wished them good luck Saturday morning in the frigid temps and thank you Jeff West Booster Club for the goody bags!
Photo Credit: Kelly Midgley
It's a time to celebrate FFA and the positive impact it has on its members!
FFA has been shaping the next generation of leaders since 1928. The founders came together with a vision to unify students, teachers and the farming community in support of agriculture education. For 97 years, FFA has had a goal to prepare future generations in the realm of agriculture. This week amplifies FFA's impact in developing future leaders and advancing agricultural education. FFA chapters will unite with their communities through service projects, giving back and making a real difference.
How is FFA Unique?
FFA has had a major influence on millions of students during its existence. Today, there are 1,027,273 FFA members in 9,235 chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. With a global purpose, FFA has provided many opportunities including demonstrating literacy, advocacy and technical skills in agriculture, food and natural resources.
FFA’s impact on students is profound:
Life-Changing: FFA creates positive, transformative experiences that can change students' lives.
School-Based: Members are enrolled in agricultural education.
Career-Readiness: Members gain and learn skills for college and the workforce.
Global Purpose: Members become globally aware citizens.
Agricultural Focus: Members gain skills in agriculture, food, and natural resources.
An interesting part about the National FFA organization is its student-led organization, which allows them to focus on the individual community’s needs and interests. The National FFA Organization covers a vast area, and there are areas that differ greatly — everything from climate to culture — to make up the organization’s unique reach.
Upcoming HS events for the week of 2/16…
2/17-21 National FFA Week
2/17 2/10 USD 340 – No Classes
2/17 Student-Led IPS Conferences 12Noon-7:30pm
2/17 Presidents Day
2/18 G/B BSKB @ Royal Valley 4:30pm
2/19 FCCLA District STAR Events @ St. Marys
2/19 HS Site Council 5:30pm
2/22 Boys Regional Wrestling @ Tonganoxie 9am
Congratulations to Kyle and Nicholas Herrmann on their signing this week with Erskine College Bass Fishing program. TIGER ROAR!!
https://www.wibw.com/video/2025/02/14/local-twins-sign-erskine-college-further-fishing-passion/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIdtLNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHSWOik9I2j-Ucje1SgEJwiM6JkQuFfPWfbZdQTgolwlBMkTPgSjGvdCMtQ_aem_E_3Drh-c8uvHEELu9QTPjg
