The horse evaluation event fosters interest in equine science through experiential learning and practical application. It recognizes participants for their skills in horse evaluation, instilling leadership, critical thinking, and communication. By participating, students develop a competitive spirit, build career foundations in the equine industry, and advance their knowledge in horse care, selection, and management. This event offers both individual and team activities, including knowledge tests, selection classes, oral reasons, and practical scenarios, all designed to enhance equine science education and prepare students for future opportunities in the field.


Please join us in celebrating Jeff West Elementary receiving the National Blue Ribbon Award!
We are holding an open house tonight, November 18th from 5-6:30 P.M. and everyone's invited!
Come tour our school, have cake, and meet the staff. We can't wait to celebrate with family, friends, and our community!

🏀🤼♂️High School Basketball and Wrestling practices kick off Monday, November 17
➡️ KSHSAA physical required BEFORE you may practice and turned into the office.
🚫 NO EXCEPTIONS!
Get those forms in NOW!

11/17-21 American Education Week
11/16 KSHSAA Buffer Week (last day)
11/16 HS Fall Play Matinee 2pm
11/17 Winter Sports Practices Begin (BKB/WR)
11/19 FFA Horse CDE @ Lawrence
11/20 NHS Induction Ceremony 7pm
11/21 Debate @ Free State 3:30pm
11/21 Dance Game Day Showcase
11/22 Debate @ Lansing 8am
11/22 Cheer Game Day Showcase
11/22-30 NO SCHOOL - USD 340/HTC Thanksgiving Break
11/26-30 NO SCHOOL - WIT Thanksgiving Break





Our Jefferson West Weststeppers and Cheerleaders are gearing up to compete at the KSHSAA State Game Day Showcase - Weststeppers Friday, 11/21 and Cheerleaders Saturday, 11/22. We hope you will plan to come support them! Gates open at 7:30am. See attached images for more information. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all!
Use the links below to purchase Stormont Vail Events Center Ticketmaster presale digital tickets. They can also purchase tickets onsite the day of the event. Spectators attending both cheer and dance competition days must purchase separate tickets (one for Friday and one for Saturday).
Dance: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/06006364D4BDCDC2
Cheer: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/06006364D4BFCDC4
🚨 Patrons – Please Review Venue Policies 🚨
All guests must follow our Clear Bag Policy (see attached image). One non-clear diaper bag per family with a small child is permitted.
In addition, the following items are not allowed inside the venue (SVEC reserves the right to adjust this list):
❌ Balls of any kind
❌ Coolers or containers (Exception: one sealed water bottle OR an empty refillable bottle)
❌ Outside food and beverages (including alcohol)
❌ Knives, scissors, or any item deemed dangerous
❌ Laser pointers
❌ Noisemakers or airhorns
❌ Open or concealed firearms
❌ Animals (except service animals)
❌ Camera bags
❌ Tripods
❌ Signs or posters attached to sticks or poles




🏀🤼♂️High School Basketball and Wrestling practices kick off Monday, November 17
➡️ KSHSAA physical required BEFORE you may practice and turned into the office.
🚫 NO EXCEPTIONS!
Get those forms in NOW!

🎭 Jefferson West High School Theatre Troupe presents: Percy Jackson & the Olympians – The Lightning Thief. Join us for an epic adventure on stage as Percy and friends take on gods, monsters, and destiny!
🎟️ Sunday Matinee, November 16 – 2pm
📍 Jefferson West High School
💵 Admission: $6/Adult $5/Sudent (K-12)
Come cheer on our talented cast and crew as they bring this mythic story to life! 🏛️⚔️
Synopsis: Always trouble-prone, the life of teenager Percy Jackson gets a lot more complicated when he learns he's the son of the Greek god Poseidon. At a training ground for the children of deities, Percy learns to harness his divine powers and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime: he must prevent a feud among the Olympians from erupting into a devastating war on Earth, and rescue his mother from the clutches of Hades, god of the underworld.

🏀 Help Us Stuff the Bus!
At our December. 5th home high school basketball game vs. Valley Falls, Jefferson West is hosting a Community Fundraiser for God’s Storehouse in Meriden. Bring your non-perishable food items and drop them in the small bus on site!
Want to level up your support?
✨ Silver Seat Sponsor – $25
✨ Gold Seat Sponsor – $50
All seat sponsors get a game-time shout-out!
Our community pantry supports many local families facing food insecurity—your generosity matters. ❤️
See the flyer for more information.

All are invited to come and show your Jeff West pride this Friday morning (7:30–10am) at Boone & Bounty for a community pep rally celebrating our Tiger Football Teams' incredible run to Sectionals — their first time this far since 1993!
🎉 Free coffee & donuts for all
📸 Pics & autographs with players
🖤 JW Spirit face painting
❤️ Tiger spirit wear encouraged
Then join the community send-off at 4:25pm as the team departs for their 7pm showdown at Hayden!
Let’s pack Boone & Bounty and remind our Tigers the whole community is behind them.
Heed the Roar!







TONIGHT 🏈 Friday Night Lights!
Our Tigers hit the field at 7pm tonight at Hayden Catholic High School — come cheer them on! 💪
📍 Hayden Catholic High School — 401 SW Gage Blvd.
⏰ Kickoff: 7PM
🎟 Admission - CASH ONLY:
– $8 Adults
– $6 Students (K–12)
MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT - All active or former military members and their spouses receive FREE admission.
Military ID requested at the gate.
Livestream: www.youtube.com/live/x2sWEHLjQts?si=jh9508mSgxivBCU8


All are invited to come and show your Jeff West pride this Friday morning (7:30–10am) at Boone & Bounty for a community pep rally celebrating our Tiger Football Teams' incredible run to Sectionals — their first time this far since 1993!
🎉 Free coffee & donuts for all
📸 Pics & autographs with players
🖤 JW Spirit face painting
❤️ Tiger spirit wear encouraged
Then join the community send-off at 4:25pm as the team departs for their 7pm showdown at Hayden!
Let’s pack Boone & Bounty and remind our Tigers the whole community is behind them.
Heed the Roar!


All are invited to come and show your Jeff West pride this Friday morning (7:30–10am) at Boone & Bounty for a community pep rally celebrating our Tiger Football Teams' incredible run to Sectionals — their first time this far since 1993!
🎉 Free coffee & donuts for all
📸 Pics & autographs with players
🖤 JW Spirit face painting
❤️ Tiger spirit wear encouraged
Then join the community send-off at 4:25pm as the team departs for their 7pm showdown at Hayden!
Let’s pack Boone & Bounty and remind our Tigers the whole community is behind them.
Heed the Roar!

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TONIGHT - Special Board of Education Meeting, Middle School Commons at 6:30pm to discuss the Facility Needs List. Prior to the meeting, we invite you to join us for a tour of the preschool at 5:00 pm. We will then move over to the middle school at 5:45 for a quick tour of that facility, as well.
You can find information regarding previous notes and the facility needs list here: https://www.usd340.org/o/usd-340/page/facilities
See you there!!

Please join us in celebrating Jeff West Elementary receiving the National Blue Ribbon Award! We will be holding an open house Tuesday, November 18th from 5-6:30 P.M. and everyone's invited!
Come tour our school, have cake, and meet the staff. We can't wait to celebrate with family, friends, and our community!

Late Start is Friday, 11/14, school starts at 10am. Sleep in a little… but just a little! 😴📚
Washburn Tech and HCCTC transportation will run as normal.

