It's Volleyball day!! Our FR/C-Team travels to the Sabetha Quad. Matches begin at 5pm.
Admission: $5/Person (K-12)
Admission: $5/Person (K-12)
🎉 Happy Birthday this week to Dana Gettel and Tate Herrman! 🎂🎈 Wishing you both a fantastic day filled with Tiger pride! 🐯💛🖤
📣 The Letter Jacket Man is coming to Jefferson West High School!
🗓 Thursday, October 16th | 4–7pm
📍 No appointment needed!
He’ll be here for sizing, orders, and info.
If you have a letter that needs to be attached to your jacket, bring it with you!
Questions? Call 785-969-4405.
🗓 Thursday, October 16th | 4–7pm
📍 No appointment needed!
He’ll be here for sizing, orders, and info.
If you have a letter that needs to be attached to your jacket, bring it with you!
Questions? Call 785-969-4405.
Next stop in the FFA CDE’s is Dairy Cattle at Sabetha today. Members will assess pedigrees and herd records, conduct management exercises, evaluate live dairy cattle, and present oral justifications for their decisions. Good luck!
The Jr. Weststeppers clinic is at the High School tonight and begins at 6pm. PLEASE BE ON TIME. Performance is Friday, 10/10, at 6:30pm, before the start of the Football game.
Our Varsity Girls Golf team travels to Basehor-Linwood this afternoon. Tee of is 1pm. Enjoy yourselves!
Course Location: Falcon Lakes Golf Club, 4605 Clubhouse Dr, Basehor, KS 66007
Course Location: Falcon Lakes Golf Club, 4605 Clubhouse Dr, Basehor, KS 66007
Tuesday, 10/14, is picture retake day at the High School. This day is for students who need to be re-photographed and students who missed the original picture day. This is also Club/Group picture day.
If you purchased and were unhappy with your original Picture Package, please send it with your child on Retake Day. Your retake picture package will be produced and shipped to the school approximately 4 weeks after retake day. Please note, if your child is photographed on both the original and retake days, the retake picture will replace the original picture in certain products, like the yearbook.
Students who were absent for Picture Day should come to school prepared to have their picture taken. If you have not preordered, please use the Retake Order Code 0087JYU to place your order.
If you have any questions, please call the High School, 785-484-3331.
If you purchased and were unhappy with your original Picture Package, please send it with your child on Retake Day. Your retake picture package will be produced and shipped to the school approximately 4 weeks after retake day. Please note, if your child is photographed on both the original and retake days, the retake picture will replace the original picture in certain products, like the yearbook.
Students who were absent for Picture Day should come to school prepared to have their picture taken. If you have not preordered, please use the Retake Order Code 0087JYU to place your order.
If you have any questions, please call the High School, 785-484-3331.
🏐 Our FR/JV/V Volleyball teams headed to Perry-Lecompton tonight! Matches begin at 5pm.
💵 Admission: $5/Person (K-Adult)
Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/@USD343Media/streams
Check out the image for match details—come cheer on our Tigers! 🐾❤️🖤
💵 Admission: $5/Person (K-Adult)
Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/@USD343Media/streams
Check out the image for match details—come cheer on our Tigers! 🐾❤️🖤
🏀JWHS Ladies, are you ready to hit the basketball court this season? Stop by the office this week and sign up if you’re interested in playing! Don’t miss your shot to be part of the team! 🏀
Our Vasity Lady Golfers participate today at Silver Lake. Tee off is 9am.
Course Location: Lake Shawnee Golf Course, 4141 SE East Edge Rd, Topeka, KS 66609
Course Location: Lake Shawnee Golf Course, 4141 SE East Edge Rd, Topeka, KS 66609
Our JV Football team hosts Holton tonight. Kick off is 5:30pm. Join us!
📣🐅 Tigers Fans – Test Your Prediction Skills! 🐅📣
The Jefferson West High School Student Council is hosting a Score Prediction Fundraiser during the Varsity Football game vs. Perry-Lecompton on Friday, October 10! 🎉
Here’s how it works ⬇️
✅ Purchase a square on our giant score grid for $5
✅ Predict the halftime or final score (0–80 for each team)
✅ Two winners will be announced – one at halftime & one at the end of the game
🏆 Each winner receives a percentage of the total money raised!
🔸 Squares may be purchased in advance by emailing Michaela Conley, michaela.conley@usd340.org
🔸 Or buy your square at the game until the end of the 1st Quarter
All proceeds support Jefferson West High School Student Council which benefits our students and community.
💡 Don’t miss your chance to support our Tigers 🐅 AND maybe win big!
#JeffWest #TigerPride #StudentCouncil #Fundraiser #FridayNightLights #SupportOurStudents #HeedtheRoar
The Jefferson West High School Student Council is hosting a Score Prediction Fundraiser during the Varsity Football game vs. Perry-Lecompton on Friday, October 10! 🎉
Here’s how it works ⬇️
✅ Purchase a square on our giant score grid for $5
✅ Predict the halftime or final score (0–80 for each team)
✅ Two winners will be announced – one at halftime & one at the end of the game
🏆 Each winner receives a percentage of the total money raised!
🔸 Squares may be purchased in advance by emailing Michaela Conley, michaela.conley@usd340.org
🔸 Or buy your square at the game until the end of the 1st Quarter
All proceeds support Jefferson West High School Student Council which benefits our students and community.
💡 Don’t miss your chance to support our Tigers 🐅 AND maybe win big!
#JeffWest #TigerPride #StudentCouncil #Fundraiser #FridayNightLights #SupportOurStudents #HeedtheRoar
Upcoming HS events for the week of 10/5-10/11…
10/6-10 Kansas Anti-Bullying Awareness Week
10/6-8 KBOR Apply Free Days
10/6 SPECIAL Board of Education Meeting 8am (Ozawkie Facility)
10/6 GG V @ Silver Lake 9am
10/6 FB JV vs. Holton 5:30pm
10/6 Board of Education Meeting 6:30pm (HS)
10/7 Fall Sports Pictures (GG) 3:30pm
10/7 VB FR/JV/V @ Perry-Lecompton 5pm
10/8 FFA Dairy Cattle CDE @ Sabetha 9am
10/8 GG V @ Basehor-Linwood 1pm
10/8 Jr. Weststepper Clinic 6pm
10/8 SPECIAL Board of Education Meeting 6pm (ES)
10/9 Jostens Sophomore Class Ring Meeting
10/9 GG JV @ Rossville 1pm
10/9 CC @ Sabetha 4pm
10/9 VB FR @ Sabetha 5pm
10/10 End of 1st Quarter
10/10 Early Student Dismissal –
ES 11:45am; MS/HS 12Noon
10/10 Jr. Weststepper Performance 6:30pm
10/10 FB V vs. Perry-Lecompton 7pm
10/11 Debate @ Silver Lake 8am
10/11 VB FR @ Perry-Lecompton Tourn 9am
10/6-10 Kansas Anti-Bullying Awareness Week
10/6-8 KBOR Apply Free Days
10/6 SPECIAL Board of Education Meeting 8am (Ozawkie Facility)
10/6 GG V @ Silver Lake 9am
10/6 FB JV vs. Holton 5:30pm
10/6 Board of Education Meeting 6:30pm (HS)
10/7 Fall Sports Pictures (GG) 3:30pm
10/7 VB FR/JV/V @ Perry-Lecompton 5pm
10/8 FFA Dairy Cattle CDE @ Sabetha 9am
10/8 GG V @ Basehor-Linwood 1pm
10/8 Jr. Weststepper Clinic 6pm
10/8 SPECIAL Board of Education Meeting 6pm (ES)
10/9 Jostens Sophomore Class Ring Meeting
10/9 GG JV @ Rossville 1pm
10/9 CC @ Sabetha 4pm
10/9 VB FR @ Sabetha 5pm
10/10 End of 1st Quarter
10/10 Early Student Dismissal –
ES 11:45am; MS/HS 12Noon
10/10 Jr. Weststepper Performance 6:30pm
10/10 FB V vs. Perry-Lecompton 7pm
10/11 Debate @ Silver Lake 8am
10/11 VB FR @ Perry-Lecompton Tourn 9am
Girls Golf picture day is Tuesday, 10/7, immediately after school. Be sure to bring everything you need with you to school.
Did you know...
Cross Country Head Coach Mary Williams and her husband Clint have completed their 50th state half marathon in Hampton, NH? Yes, ALL FIFTY STATES!!
TIGER ROAR!!
Cross Country Head Coach Mary Williams and her husband Clint have completed their 50th state half marathon in Hampton, NH? Yes, ALL FIFTY STATES!!
TIGER ROAR!!
🐯 - Tiger Closet is hosting a Winter Clothing Drive for Jefferson West Preschool. See flyer for details!
It’s always a great day to be a Tiger!
Jefferson West over Holton 27-17 🏈🏈🏈🏈
Jefferson West (3A, 4-1) has been one of the breakout teams of 2025 under first-year head coach Jeff Schwinn. The Tigers are off to a 4-1 start, including their first win over Holton in six years and just their third over them since 1996.
They opened the season with a gritty 14-13 win at Riley County, followed by a solid 35-20 road win at Royal Valley. Their only loss came in a tight 30-27 battle against St. Marys, before bouncing back with a 12-7 win over Hiawatha and a statement 27-17 victory at Holton.
Now 2-0 in district play and 4-1 overall in the loaded Big East League, Jefferson West looks like a team to keep an eye on in 3A under Schwinn’s leadership, a program clearly trending up and playing confident, physical football.
📷Judy McAsey Arnold Jeff West Sports Pics
Varsity Volleyball Lady Tigers played in a tournament at Silver Lake on Saturday, and Harriet Dean past her 1000 career assist! Congratulations Harriet!!
The Kansas Apply Free Days will be held on October 6-8, 2025! During these three days, any Kansas resident, regardless of age or income can apply for free at any of our 7 public universities, 19 community colleges, 6 Technical colleges, and the 21 private member institutions of the Kansas Independent College Association. Eligible programs include general applications, certificate programs, associate degree programs, and bachelor degree programs. (Graduate programs or other mid-degree applications will not qualify.)
Start your Applications Early!
To make sure your college application is ready to go, start working on it before October 6. Even if you finish early, wait until Monday, October 6, to submit so you can take advantage of the free application window.
Only applications submitted between Monday, October 6, and Wednesday, October 8, 2025, will be free. Any applications submitted outside of this timeframe – regardless of technical issues – will not be eligible for a refund. If you run into any issues while submitting your application, contact the admissions office of the institution directly for assistance.
Who is Eligible to Participate in Kansas Apply Free Days?
All residents of Kansas who are applying for undergraduate programs at all state public and private* Kansas colleges and universities are eligible to submit their admission applications for free on October 6-8, 2025. Undergraduate programs include undergraduate level certificates, associate degrees, and bachelor degrees. This means all of the following applicants are eligible:
• First-time freshmen
• Transfer students
• Returning students
Applicants seeking a second bachelor's degree
Applications for graduate-level programs are not eligible.
*Private Institutions outside of the Kansas Independent College Association may not be participating in the Kansas Apply Free Days. Please check with the individual institution's admission department if it is not listed here.
Some Kansas colleges are free to apply everyday!
Not all of the Kansas colleges and universities have application fees. Applying to the 19 Kansas community colleges is free every day, all year around.
After you apply, it's important to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is your ticket to grants, scholarships, and work-study positions that can help reduce the costs of college.
Start your Applications Early!
To make sure your college application is ready to go, start working on it before October 6. Even if you finish early, wait until Monday, October 6, to submit so you can take advantage of the free application window.
Only applications submitted between Monday, October 6, and Wednesday, October 8, 2025, will be free. Any applications submitted outside of this timeframe – regardless of technical issues – will not be eligible for a refund. If you run into any issues while submitting your application, contact the admissions office of the institution directly for assistance.
Who is Eligible to Participate in Kansas Apply Free Days?
All residents of Kansas who are applying for undergraduate programs at all state public and private* Kansas colleges and universities are eligible to submit their admission applications for free on October 6-8, 2025. Undergraduate programs include undergraduate level certificates, associate degrees, and bachelor degrees. This means all of the following applicants are eligible:
• First-time freshmen
• Transfer students
• Returning students
Applicants seeking a second bachelor's degree
Applications for graduate-level programs are not eligible.
*Private Institutions outside of the Kansas Independent College Association may not be participating in the Kansas Apply Free Days. Please check with the individual institution's admission department if it is not listed here.
Some Kansas colleges are free to apply everyday!
Not all of the Kansas colleges and universities have application fees. Applying to the 19 Kansas community colleges is free every day, all year around.
After you apply, it's important to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is your ticket to grants, scholarships, and work-study positions that can help reduce the costs of college.
Jefferson West USD 340 joins all Kansas schools in observing Oct. 6-10, the first full week of October, as Kansas Anti-Bullying Week, part of National Bullying Prevention Month.
This week is an important time to amplify conversations about bullying, raise awareness and promote anti-bullying discussions and strategies in the community. It’s also a time to recognize the responsibility to safeguard schools to ensure physically safe and emotionally secure environments for all Kansas students and school staff.
Encourage Positive Actions
• Be a buddy, not a bully
• Choose kindness over cruelty
• Kindness is cool, bullying is not
Speak Out
• Stand up, speak out, stop bullying
• Don't tolerate bullying, speak up
• Be an upstander, not a bystander
• Don't let bullies win, stand up for yourself
Cyberbullying is Bullying Too!
• Don't be mean behind the screen
• Think before you click
• Your keyboard is a weapon, use it for good
• The internet is a no-bully zone
This week is an important time to amplify conversations about bullying, raise awareness and promote anti-bullying discussions and strategies in the community. It’s also a time to recognize the responsibility to safeguard schools to ensure physically safe and emotionally secure environments for all Kansas students and school staff.
Encourage Positive Actions
• Be a buddy, not a bully
• Choose kindness over cruelty
• Kindness is cool, bullying is not
Speak Out
• Stand up, speak out, stop bullying
• Don't tolerate bullying, speak up
• Be an upstander, not a bystander
• Don't let bullies win, stand up for yourself
Cyberbullying is Bullying Too!
• Don't be mean behind the screen
• Think before you click
• Your keyboard is a weapon, use it for good
• The internet is a no-bully zone
