We have no objection to the following statement: The Jenks High School Mock Trial Team just won the State Championship! This is the second state title for the JHS program and the students will compete in the National Mock Trial competition in Wilmington, Delaware in May. Congrats to all the Mock Trial students and coaches on this achievement!
Tomorrow - Friday, March 1 - 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, go to https://www.jenksps.org/article/1262751
So many of our administrators were shaped by public education. They are giving back because they know firsthand what it means to students when educators and education professionals invest in them. Everyone deserves an equal opportunity to succeed. Well said, Catrina. #PSW24 #PublicSchoolProud
Did you know? JPS has over 800 classified employees who work with students and behind the scenes to support the daily work of the district. We couldn't do what we do without people like Jennifer Odegaard and so many others. #PSW24 #PublicSchoolProud
Jenks East Intermediate 6th graders were inspired to create mini sculptures today after viewing a sculpture made completely out of recyclable materials by artist Rafael Corzo. Students were instructed to include at least 3 colors, 3 materials, and 3 textures in their sculptures and their creations are impressive! Once they are finished, their sculptures are shown off under a blacklight to glow in the dark! Thank you, Jenks Public Schools Foundation, for making this immersive Growing Through the Arts experience possible!
It's Public Schools Week and we're proud. Our employees work incredibly hard every day to serve our students and their families. They could work in other industries or jobs, but they choose to work here because they believe in the mission of public schools. This week, we'll hear from a few of our employees on what public education means to them. #PSW24 #PublicSchoolsProud
Positivity ROCKS!
If you visit the ESC or downtown Jenks, you might find rocks with positive affirmations written on them by Jenks High School FCCLA students. A small act of kindness goes a long way. Thank you for bringing joy to the community, Trojans!
Happy National FFA Week! 🐖🌾🚜
Whether they are showing livestock or being involved in career development events, this organization prepares Trojans with leadership and communication skills for their future careers. Students in 8th-12th grade enrolled have the opportunity to learn about plant science, animal science, Ag communications, metals, welding, and so much more. Thank you to all the FFA Teachers for the incredible work they do to make Jenks one of the largest and most successful programs in the state. We are proud of our future leaders!
The first CareerTech Discovery Day at Jenks Middle School was a success!
Jenks High School students and teachers in CareerTech electives, like ag mechanics, FCCLA, marketing, and sports medicine set up tables and activities to introduce 8th graders to classes and organizations they can be involved in at the Freshman Academy. Students explored their options and enjoyed hearing from their upperclassmen. Thank you, JHS, for providing this opportunity!
It is one of the highest honors a high school senior can earn in Oklahoma.
Congrats to the four members of the Jenks High School Class of '24 on being named Oklahoma Academic All-State honorees by the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence.
Rylee Cole, Elaine Gao, Karissa Lu, and Diya Patel are among the 100 seniors selected from across the state. Each of the four JHS seniors will receive $1,500 and will be recognized at an awards banquet in Norman on May 4.
Way to go, Trojans!
WATCH: Why are you so happy all the time? A student posed that question to Destinee Frazier. It was an easy answer for the Northwest Elementary Site Teacher of the Year. For someone who grew up loving every teacher and everything about school, there was never another path for Mrs. Frazier. She can’t see herself doing anything else. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_70ryauFVOU
Wondering what Jenks Northwest Elementary 1st graders were up to this morning? 🤔
Learned the science behind sound waves 👂
Created homemade flutes out of straws 🎶
Explored the Discovery Lab exhibits 😎
In part of the arts initiative funded by the Jenks Public Schools Foundation, JNWE 1st graders set off on their adventure to learn about the place science and math have in the arts. During the spring semester, all JPS first graders will have the opportunity to visit the Discovery Lab to learn all about sound science! Thank you, JPSF!
WATCH: Courtney Coffey was a student at Jenks East Elementary and now she is the Site Teacher of the Year! The Jenks lifer sat in the same classrooms and walked the same hallways as her kindergarten students of today. It’s where she was inspired to be a teacher and first dreamed of guiding a room full of children. She remembers how much she loved school, and she wants to create the same kind of memories for her students. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCEXvF96Dvg
Congrats to the 3rd and 4th graders from Jenks East Elementary who saw months of practice and hard work pay off last Friday as they participated in the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Challenge Bowl in Okmulgee. The competition tests students' knowledge about history, government, and language of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. These Trojans have been preparing for this day since September and competed against 19 other schools. We love seeing our students embracing these opportunities!
Jenks High School Trojanaires are GRAND CHAMPIONS! 🏆
This past weekend, JHS Trojanaires won the Rockbridge Southside Showdown competition in Columbia, Missouri. But wait, there's more! They also won Best Costumes, Best Choreography, Best Vocal Sound, and Best Closer. What a way to end their season! We are so proud, Jenks Vocal Music!
Pre-K and Kindergarten enrollment for the 2024-25 school year is OPEN NOW!
Click here to enroll your child today!
https://www.jenksps.org/o/jenksps/page/prek-and-kindergarten-enrollment-2024-2025
You can complete the entire process online but be sure you have a digital copy of all the required forms listed below. You must upload these required forms to complete enrollment:
- Proof of residence (utility bill or copy of lease)
- Driver’s license of parent
- Current immunization records or a completed and signed exemption form
- Certified birth certificate
- Custody/Guardianship and Divorce Decrees (if applicable)
- Other information (if applicable)
Enrollment is for first-time students only! If your child was enrolled in Pre-K this year, you do not need to re-enroll to enter Kindergarten next year. If your child was not in Pre-K at JPS but will attend Kindergarten at JPS, you must complete enrollment.
Students must be four on or before September 1, 2024 to be enrolled into Pre-K 4. This date is set by the State of Oklahoma.
Students must be five on or before September 1, 2024 to be enrolled into Kindergarten.
Full details and info here
https://www.jenksps.org/o/jenksps/page/prek-and-kindergarten-enrollment-2024-2025
Jenks Swimming is THE STANDARD. Another dominant meet for the Trojan boys as they cruised to the 6A State Championship at the Trojan Aquatic Center. That's five titles in the last six years and now 22 overall for one of the most successful programs in the state in any sport. The boys were also crowned Co-Academic State Champs. The Girls Swim Team capped off another impressive season with a State Runner-Up finish. Congrats to all Trojan swimmers and coaches!
***REMINDER*** Monday, February 19, is a Professional Day for JPS employees and there is NO SCHOOL. Enjoy the three-day weekend, Trojans!
A huge thanks to Lori Fullbright for closing out the Jenks High School FCCLA Week: Acts of Love activities. Lori talked about her career over the years and offered positive ways to care for yourself and others. We appreciate you showing up and supporting our Trojans!
Just married! 💍🤍💐
Jenks East Elementary kindergarten students attended an eQUsite wedding this morning uniting Q and U together as one. Mr. Glaze officiated the wedding and there was even a reception with cake, bubbles, and dancing to follow. What a creative and uniQUe way for these tiny Trojans to remember the "qu" spelling rule.
