Don't forget to mark your calendar for the return of JCS STEAMTalks. Join us this Friday, Feb. 11 at 5:30!
Hispanic/Latino Association Parent/Caregiver Survey!
The Hispanic/Latino Association invites all Hispanic/Latino families to participate in a survey that will help to better identify the needs of this growing population. What is the mission of the HLA? Our mission is to advocate and partner with the Hispanic-Latino community including students and their families by building relationships, creating opportunities for representation, therefore, promoting equity and inclusion for all in Jefferson County Schools. Contact Maria Howar at 304.978.9741/ mhowar@k12.wv.us or Emily Cintron at ecintron@childhswv.org .
Hispanic/Latino Encuesta para los Padres!
La Asociación Hispanos/Latinos invita a todas las familias hispanas/latinas a completar el siguiente cuestionario con el propósito de conocer las necesidades de los padres/guardianes de los estudiantes en el condado de Jefferson. Nuestro interés es apoyarlos en el proceso educativo de sus hijos sintiéndose cómodos con su idioma y conociendo las herramientas de comunicación que tiene el condado. ¿Cuál es la misión de la Asociación Hispanos/Latinos? Nuestra misión es abogar y colaborar con la comunidad hispano-latina incluyendo a los estudiantes y sus familias, creando relaciones y oportunidades para ser representados de esta manera promover equidad e inclusión para todos en las escuelas del condado de Jefferson. Preguntas? Contacta Emily Cintron: ecintron@childhswv.org o Maria Howar at mhowar@k12.wv.us y 304.978.9741.
Congratulations to JCS students Nicholas Bennett, of Harpers Ferry; Collin Guedel, of Shepherdstown; and Spencer Perkins, of Harpers Ferry, for earning their places as candidates for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program! Inclusion in the program is one of the highest honors a graduating high school senior can achieve, as individuals are selected on the criteria of superior academic and artistic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character and involvement community and school activities.
JHS 2022 Math Field Day Results
Varsity (grades 10,11,12) Competition
JHS Math Team won the Jefferson County Team Championship.
JHS Mathletes won the Top 9 places and 11 of the Top 12 places.
Overall Place Winners:
12th place LaylaParker 2nd Region Alternate
11th place Christian Gottlieb 1st Region Alternate
9th place Ethan Fisher Region Qualifier
8th place Asli Koc Region Qualifier
7th place Zoe Bailey Region Qualifier
6th place Sophie Stuart Region Qualifier
5th place Lucca Parker Region Qualifier
4th place Eli Dillow Region Qualifier
3rd place Kyle de Nobel Region Qualifier, Bronze Medal Winner
2nd place Samuel Corum Region Qualifier, Silver Medal Winner
1st place Collin Guedel Region Qualifier, Region Champion, Gold Medal Winner
Hispanic/Latino Encuesta para los Padres!
La Asociación Hispanos/Latinos invita a todas las familias hispanas/latinas a completar el siguiente cuestionario con el propósito de conocer las necesidades de los padres/guardianes de los estudiantes en el condado de Jefferson. Nuestro interés es apoyarlos en el proceso educativo de sus hijos sintiéndose cómodos con su idioma y conociendo las herramientas de comunicación que tiene el condado. A continuación se incluye el enlace para responder al mencionado cuestionario:cuestionario. ¿Cuál es la misión de la Asociación Hispanos/Latinos? Nuestra misión es abogar y colaborar con la comunidad hispano-latina incluyendo a los estudiantes y sus familias, creando relaciones y oportunidades para ser representados de esta manera promover equidad e inclusión para todos en las escuelas del condado de Jefferson. ¿Preguntas? Contacta Emily Cintron: ecintron@childhswv.org o Maria Howar at mhowar@k12.wv.us y 304.978.9741.
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Hispanic/Latino Association Parent/Caregiver Survey!
The Hispanic/Latino Association invites all Hispanic/Latino families to participate in a survey that will help to better identify the needs of this growing population. What is the mission of the HLA? Our mission is to advocate and partner with the Hispanic-Latino community including students and their families by building relationships, creating opportunities for representation, therefore, promoting equity and inclusion for all in Jefferson County Schools. Click Here to participate in the HLA Parent/Caregiver Survey!. Contact Maria Howar at 304.978.9741 or mhowar@k12.wv.us or Emily Cintron at ecintron@childhswv.org .
This is a reminder that Friday, February 4, 2022, is a staff development day for Jefferson County Schools, WV. Students will not be in school so that our staff can take advantage of training opportunities that will enhance their service to our students. Thank you.
Congratulations to the Fifth Grade Math Field Day Team from Wright Denny Intermediate! They took first place during the 2022 Math Field Day Events! Wright Denny's Owen Twyford won first place overall. Wright Denny students Lilah McHenry took second, and Edgar Gallardo finished third. Max Alexander from Shepherdstown Elementary was the first runner up, and Brylin Carney from C.W. Shipley Elementary was the second runner up. Join us as we celebrate these awesome students!
Jan. 28, 2022: Due to inclement weather anticipated for this evening, ALL after school activities are cancelled for Jefferson County Schools.
The JCS JROTC presented the total raised for their annual Shoe and Coat Fund to the Jefferson County Board of Education tonight. They set a record this year, raising $63,783.36! Thank you to our amazing students and generous community.
UPDATE Jan. 20, 2022: After careful reevaluation by our operations team, weather conditions show that temperatures continue to fall alongside precipitation, creating unsafe road conditions during our travel times. Therefore, all Jefferson County Schools and offices will be CLOSED today. We want to thank our essential personnel as they continue working to ensure our schools will be ready to safely welcome students back on site.
Jan. 20, 2022 - Jefferson County Schools and offices will operate on a 2-hour delay this morning due to inclement weather expected to hit our area during regular travel time. Essential personnel, please report on time. There will be a re-evaluation of conditions later this morning. Thank you.
A huge shout out to Mrs. Pamela Flanagan, who together with her students from last year Owen Bond and Brylin Carney, was instrumental with working with the National Park Service in developing a virtual unit plan with the Saratoga (NY) National Historical Park for grades 4-7!
Mrs. Flanagan is a 4th grade teacher at CWS and has hosted virtual lessons and field trips almost every month since the beginning of the 20-21 school year!
UPDATE: After a careful reevaluation of road conditions and consultation with the WV Department of Highways, all Jefferson County Schools and offices will regrettably be closed today, Wednesday, January 19, 2022. Essential personnel, please report for continued ice removal. Thank you for your patience as we continue to prioritize the safety of students and staff.
Jefferson County Schools and offices will operate on a 2-hour delay on Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. Road conditions will be re-evaluated in the morning. Essential staff, please report for snow removal. A huge thank you to those staff members and the West Virginia Dept. of Highways who have been working tirelessly today under difficult, icy conditions to get kids back to school safely.
All Jefferson County Schools and offices are CLOSED on Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022. After-school activities are canceled. Essential personnel, please report for snow removal.
Make sure you catch the bus with the JCS Bus Status tool on our website and JCSWV app! Download the app on Android or iPhone or visit https://jcswv.org/page/bus-tracker for information about our bus schedules!
Don't Miss the Bus! Use the JCS Bus Status to keep track of your bus schedule online and on the JCSWV app! https://jcswv.org/page/bus-tracker
A reminder that all Jefferson County Schools and offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
A reminder that all Jefferson County Schools and offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
