Today, we welcomed guests from many districts in the Tulsa area to hear directly from our state legislators. Thank you to Senator Dave Rader, Representative Jeff Boatman, Representative Suzanne Schreiber, Representative Lonnie Sims, and Representative Amanda Swope for joining us for the 31st annual Legislative Luncheon and discussing important issues facing public education.
Friends and families gathered to watch their Jenks West Elementary 4th grader's Portrait of a Graduate performance this morning. This emotional performance encompassed what characteristics and attributes they've gained as Jenks Trojans over time and what they will carry forward with them in the years to come. Student artwork connecting to the JPS Portrait of a Graduate framework and their personal perspective was showcased for their families to check out. Way to go JWE 4th graders!
Tomorrow - Friday, December 8 - is a Distance Learning Day for students. All JPS students will stay home tomorrow to participate in distance learning. Tomorrow is a collaboration day for JPS staff members who will use the time for professional development and strategizing on how to best support students.
Students in grades PreK-2 will bring home assignments in folders, while students in grades 3-12 will access assignments via Canvas.
For a full explanation of what to expect on JPS Distance Learning Days, please click the link below.
https://www.jenksps.org/article/1262751
Collaboration of big and little Trojans at its finest! Members of the Jenks High School Student Body Leadership went to Jenks West Elementary today to play a few competitive games of Simon Says and Heads Up Seven Up with the younger Trojans as a way to teach them leadership qualities like integrity. Watching our students create connections and collaborate is so special!
This past June, we shared the incredible Vincent van Gogh's Starry Night-inspired mural, including familiar landmarks from Jenks- the First Oklahoma Bank headquarters and Lighthouse painted by now sophomore at Jenks High School, Karely Renteria-Esperanza. Today, Tom Bennett, a JHS graduate and President and CEO of First Oklahoma Bank, presented Karely with a certificate of appreciation and a $150 Youth Savings Account. This mural wouldn't have been created without the support and challenge from Karely's Jenks Freshman Academy art teachers and administration. Thank you, First Oklahoma Bank! Keep up the good work, Karely!
Out of 263 story submissions, 7 JPS students were selected as winners in the Tulsa City-County Library's 2023 Spooky Story Contest. Each student's story will be published online and printed as part of TCCL's permanent collection. Congratulations to these Trojans on their creativity, imagination, and storytelling ability!
Earlier this school year, 3rd and 4th grade students wrote essays about why they wanted a bike and what it would mean to them to have one of their own. Throughout the fall semester, 1️⃣5️⃣ students received free bikes and helmets thanks to the generosity of @swervefoundation. Each bike presentation not only makes a lasting impact on these students but on everyone there experiencing the overwhelming joy and excitement! We love to see these Trojans' dreams come true! 😌🚲
A huge thank you again to The Swerve Foundation and their sponsors Justin Carlton State Farm, Bixby Bicycles and Accessories, Tallgrass Estate Planning, LLP, Jeremiah Lindsey- Flat Branch Home Loans, and Andrew and Lindey Techanchuck.
To see more photos including all the bike recipients, please go to our JPS Facebook page.
We're just a few hours away from the 6A-1 State Championship game! Our Trojans are prepped, pepped, and ready to battle for the Gold. We'll see you tonight at the @ucobronchos for kickoff at 7 pm. #TakeStateTrojans 👏🏈🏆
It's almost time for our Jenks Trojan Football team to go #goldballchasin, but before they head to Edmond, they had to make a few quick stops! Jenks Cheer and Pom joined the boys in the halls of our elementary and intermediate sites for State Pep Parades to fire up our Trojans. What an incredible amount of spirit and support throughout the District! #TakeStateTrojans 👏🏈
WATCH: November Seniors of the Month at Jenks High School - Get to know Samuel Abiel, Jett Calmus, Magnolia Crissup, Mackenzie Lewis, and Whitaker McManus. What are they saying? What are they most proud of during their time at JHS? Click to learn those answers and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32yHEg-kfM4
Friday + Jenks West Elementary Marvelous Moms = 🤩👏🤍
It's always a fun morning filled with smiles and giggles when JWE moms visit! Thank you, moms, for supporting your child's classroom and being here to brighten the day of these young Trojans!
Be thankful, be safe, and have a great Thanksgiving Break, Trojans! We'll see you on Monday, November, 27! 🦃☺️
Northwest Elementary Trojans enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving feast together at lunch this afternoon. This lunch was made special with homemade placemats, table conversation starters, and "servers"- aka NWE staff- to fill up students' cup with lemonade. What a great way to teach our Trojans how sharing a meal with friends or family is a great way to have quality time with those we value and appreciate. We love to see it! Cheers!
Each semester, administrators, JPS Board of Education members, and community representatives visit different sites to experience learning in the classroom and progress in our District. Today's focus throughout the Fall Board Showcase was to make connections throughout the District to the Portrait of a Graduate framework. Some highlights included problem-solving at Jenks West Intermediate, learning how to effectively communicate emotions at Jenks Northwest Elementary, CareerTech programming through agricultural education and STEM at Jenks Middle School, and collaborative project-based learning at Jenks East Intermediate. Thanks to all the principals, teachers, and staff members who made this showcase possible!
Congratulations to Jenks High School student-athlete and Volleyball player, Kynli Kirkendoll, for signing her letter of intent to continue her academic and volleyball career at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga . We know you will do great things on and off the court, Kynli! 🏐👏 #ForeverATrojan
What a night! Jenks East Elementary obtained a grant from the Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance that allowed them to hold a free STEM Family Night event at the Discovery Lab yesterday evening. Over 1200 people came to learn, explore, and have fun! Thank you Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance for giving our JEE Trojans and their families this incredible experience.
Congrats to Jenks Pom on finishing runner...WAIT. WHAT? Correction - Jenks Pom took state! After the OSSAA determined a judging error was made during the state competition, the Trojans were named the 6A Large School State Champs! The girls were surprised, shocked, and thrilled to learn the news, and we are so proud of this achievement and all the hard work they put in to make it happen! With this championship, Jenks has now won 200 athletic state championships in school history (who's counting?)! It's over 200 if you count the fine arts and activities state titles. #homeofchampions
It was a reel great afternoon for Jenks East Intermediate students who participated in the lunch fishing club! 😉🎣 This small lunch club hosted by parent volunteer, Matt Knox, had their last class today. Students were given fishing poles donated by Zebco to practice casting their lines with, but were surprised at the end of the class to find out the poles were theirs to keep. Thank you, Matt Knox, for volunteering your time and to Zebco for your donation to these Trojans!
Leapin’ Lizards! Jenks Middle School 8th grade Vocal Music is performing Annie Jr. tonight and Thursday, November 16 at 7 pm at the Jenks Performing Arts Center. Admission is free to enjoy this classic with the family. You will have a swell time!
To all the brave American heroes, thank you for your service and sacrifice. #VeteransDay 🇺🇸
