Hometown Hero Spotlight: Judy McAsey Arnold
Judy sees the world through a camera lens as she travels town to town across capturing the moments that matter most.
From cheering on students at USD 340 Jefferson West School District (where two of her grandchildren attend) to submitting photos to The Vindicator, Valley Falls Newspaper. Known lovingly as “Grandma Judy,” she is always there to document our community’s heart.
Rain or shine, weekday or weekend; you’ll often find her on the sidelines, in the stands, or out in the community making sure no special moment goes unnoticed. Her photos don’t just capture events — they preserve memories, celebrate local stories, and help keep small-town life connected.
Nominated by Alisha Schwinn, Judy’s dedication helps preserve local memories, one photo at a time. Thank you for being a true Hometown Hero, Judy!
Proudly partnered with Lentz Express Catering and Wilson Tire —serving our communities together.
Courtesy: Kanzaland Country - KNZA 103.9 FM & KMZA 92.1 FM
Judy sees the world through a camera lens as she travels town to town across capturing the moments that matter most.
From cheering on students at USD 340 Jefferson West School District (where two of her grandchildren attend) to submitting photos to The Vindicator, Valley Falls Newspaper. Known lovingly as “Grandma Judy,” she is always there to document our community’s heart.
Rain or shine, weekday or weekend; you’ll often find her on the sidelines, in the stands, or out in the community making sure no special moment goes unnoticed. Her photos don’t just capture events — they preserve memories, celebrate local stories, and help keep small-town life connected.
Nominated by Alisha Schwinn, Judy’s dedication helps preserve local memories, one photo at a time. Thank you for being a true Hometown Hero, Judy!
Proudly partnered with Lentz Express Catering and Wilson Tire —serving our communities together.
Courtesy: Kanzaland Country - KNZA 103.9 FM & KMZA 92.1 FM
Jefferson West FFA would like to see you at their new event, Cowboy Coffee. Local farmers, come out and spend the morning with the officers! We would love to see you 7-9am on Monday, February 16th. Join us! See flyer for more details.
Remember - USD 340 will not have classes on Monday, February 16, due to Parent/Teacher/IPS Conferences.
Washburn Tech and Highland Tech will have classes and transportation will run as usual.
Washburn Tech and Highland Tech will have classes and transportation will run as usual.
❤️ Happy Valentine’s Day! ❤️
Valentine's Day is a day dedicated to expressing love, affection, and friendship through cards, gifts, and kind gestures. Modern celebrations often include flowers, candy, special dinners, and heartfelt messages shared with partners, friends, and family.
We LOVE our Tigers! 🖤🤍❤️
Valentine's Day is a day dedicated to expressing love, affection, and friendship through cards, gifts, and kind gestures. Modern celebrations often include flowers, candy, special dinners, and heartfelt messages shared with partners, friends, and family.
We LOVE our Tigers! 🖤🤍❤️
🎀 Pink Out Night 🎀
The Jefferson West Student Council invites the community to our local Pink Out event during the High School Basketball games TONIGHT!
This year’s recipient is Shannon Frakes.
💗 Free will donations will be accepted.
Come out, wear pink, and support a great cause!
📢 Late Start – Friday, February 13
USD 340 will have Late Start, 10am.
❌ No WIT classes
🚍 HCCTC transportation will run as scheduled
Please plan accordingly.
USD 340 will have Late Start, 10am.
❌ No WIT classes
🚍 HCCTC transportation will run as scheduled
Please plan accordingly.
📢 Late Start – Friday, February 13
USD 340 will have Late Start, 10am.
❌ No WIT classes
🚍 HCCTC transportation will run as scheduled
Please plan accordingly.
USD 340 will have Late Start, 10am.
❌ No WIT classes
🚍 HCCTC transportation will run as scheduled
Please plan accordingly.
🚨 BUILT FOR STUDENTS, INSPIRED BY YOU!🚨
What questions do you have? Come talk, meet neighbors, and get informed.
📅 Sunday, February 22nd | ⏰ 3:30 PM | 📍Jefferson West Middle School
📅 Wednesday, February 25th | ⏰ 6:00 PM | 📍Jefferson West High School
What questions do you have? Come talk, meet neighbors, and get informed.
📅 Sunday, February 22nd | ⏰ 3:30 PM | 📍Jefferson West Middle School
📅 Wednesday, February 25th | ⏰ 6:00 PM | 📍Jefferson West High School
🎀 Pink Out Night 🎀
The Jefferson West Student Council invites the community to our local Pink Out event during the High School Basketball games on Friday, February 13th.
This year’s recipient is Shannon Frakes.
💗 Free will donations will be accepted.
Come out, wear pink, and support a great cause!
The Jefferson West Student Council invites the community to our local Pink Out event during the High School Basketball games on Friday, February 13th.
This year’s recipient is Shannon Frakes.
💗 Free will donations will be accepted.
Come out, wear pink, and support a great cause!
📢 Late Start – Friday, February 13
USD 340 will have Late Start, 10am.
❌ No WIT classes
🚍 HCCTC transportation will run as scheduled
Please plan accordingly.
USD 340 will have Late Start, 10am.
❌ No WIT classes
🚍 HCCTC transportation will run as scheduled
Please plan accordingly.
📢 No School – Monday, February 9
USD 340 will not have classes due to Professional Development.
🚍 WIT/HCCTC will have classes and transportation will depart as usual.
Please plan accordingly.
USD 340 will not have classes due to Professional Development.
🚍 WIT/HCCTC will have classes and transportation will depart as usual.
Please plan accordingly.
📢 UPDATED COMMUNITY MEETING NOTICE:
Regular board meeting scheduled for tonight, Feb. 4th, 2026 at Jefferson West High School.
Agenda: https://usd340.community.diligentoneplatform.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=149
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81648403308?pwd=oqZ82ilrciyC8tS50DH2zAGaS1XKf2.1
Agenda: https://usd340.community.diligentoneplatform.com/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Org=Cal&Id=149
Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81648403308?pwd=oqZ82ilrciyC8tS50DH2zAGaS1XKf2.1
Booster Club meeting tonight @ 6pm @ Gambino's. Join us!!
This week is School Counselor Week, and USD 340 Jefferson West has the best!
Phil Korb - Elementary School, Payton Andrews - Middle School, Kasey Jensen - High School...All you do for our students (and your colleagues) does not go unnoticed! It is a pleasure to work with you and wish you an awesome second half of the school year! HUGE TIGER ROAR!!!
Phil Korb - Elementary School, Payton Andrews - Middle School, Kasey Jensen - High School...All you do for our students (and your colleagues) does not go unnoticed! It is a pleasure to work with you and wish you an awesome second half of the school year! HUGE TIGER ROAR!!!
Break out the birthday cake! It's Kansas Day, a celebration of our State’s birthday and the anniversary of Kansas’ admission to the Union as the 34th state on January 29, 1861.
Kansas Day was first celebrated in 1877 by schoolchildren in Paola and is now an annual celebration throughout the State. Kansas is a place full of possibilities. Explore it!
Kansas Day was first celebrated in 1877 by schoolchildren in Paola and is now an annual celebration throughout the State. Kansas is a place full of possibilities. Explore it!
REMEMBER...TOMORROW, MONDAY, 1/26
JANUARY 26 - Due to windchills predicted for Monday morning Jefferson West will be closed. This also applies to those students who attend Washburn Tech and Highland Tech. Stay safe and warm, Tigers!
Parents and Patrons, due to the forecasted weather, the community meeting scheduled for Sunday, January 25th will be postponed. A new Sunday date will be set at the February 4th Board of Education meeting.
Reminder to mark your calendars for the February 25th community meeting at 6:00 PM in the High School library.
Stay safe and warm.
JANUARY 26 - Due to windchills predicted for Monday morning Jefferson West will be closed on Monday, January 26th. This also applies to those students who attend Washburn Tech and Highland Tech. Stay safe and warm, Tigers!
Parents and Patrons, due to the forecasted weather, the community meeting scheduled for Sunday, January 25th will be postponed. A new Sunday date will be set at the February 4th Board of Education meeting.
Reminder to mark your calendars for the February 25th community meeting at 6:00 PM in the High School library.
Stay safe and warm this weekend, Tigers!
Reminder to mark your calendars for the February 25th community meeting at 6:00 PM in the High School library.
Stay safe and warm this weekend, Tigers!
