Big shoutout to the 6️⃣ incredible @jenkshs student-athletes who just signed to compete at the next level! Your talent, grit, and commitment have paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder. This moment is a testament to your journey, and we can’t wait to see what’s next. Congratulations to you and your families on this huge milestone! #ForeverATrojan
Congratulations to Jenks High School senior, Vung Neam, for being selected for the 2025 Dell Scholars Cohort! The Jenks AVID student is one of only 500 students in the nation to receive the Dell Scholarship. As a Dell Scholar, Vung receives $20,000 per year on top of any scholarships already received (for 6 years), access to personalized support, a Dell laptop, book credits for four years, mental health and wellness support, and guidance for career success.
Special thanks to the teachers and administrators like Jinafer Brown and Eric Fox, who have provided so much support and guidance to Vung along the way!
We’re so thrilled for you, Vung! We are excited to see how you use this incredible opportunity to pursue and achieve your dreams!
Your opportunity to join our Trojan family is quickly approaching! We are hiring for ALL positions! Representatives from all of our school sites are ready to meet you and answer your questions. Don't forget your resume! We'll see you there!
🗓 April 9, 2025
⏰ 3:30-5:30 pm
📍JPS Education Service Center (211 E A St, Jenks, OK 74037).
💻 Check out our current job openings on our website at https://jenks.schoolspring.com/.
The accolades keep rolling in for our District Teacher of the Year! Melodie Beacham-Boyd was shocked to learn that she has been named one of the most exceptional educators in the state and is a finalist for the Aeros Award for Eastern Oklahoma Teacher of the Year. The Aeros Awards recognize the top teachers in Oklahoma and celebrate those who elevate their communities to new heights. Next month, Ms. Beacham-Boyd will attend an awards ceremony with other finalists from around the region. Congrats on another distinguished honor!
A huge thank you to author and illustrator, Hannah Harrison, for visiting with our Jenks West Elementary Trojans this week! Hannah shared stories from her childhood, the evolution of her drawings and books, and her publication journey. She even read a few of her hilarious and heart-warming books. Thank you for inspiring our students to dream big!
They are engaged in academics, involved in activities, and contributing to their community. The finalists for the prestigious title of Mr. & Miss JHS not only represent the Class of 2025 but also the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and responsible citizens. Congrats to these 1️⃣0️⃣ seniors on being named as finalists for Mr. & Miss JHS!
Mr. JHS Finalists:
Aiden Acebo
Jack McInelly
Shield Mulalira
Mustafa Siddiqui
Sam Stone
Miss JHS Finalists:
Natalie Conkling
Elisha Dalmeida
Ragon Joslin Francy
Anika Patton
Marissa Williams
Join us on Monday, April 21 at 7 p.m. in the Building 6 Auditorium for the 2025 Mr. and Miss JHS ceremony. Seating is available on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Learn more about each finalist here!
https://www.jenksps.org/article/2122910
Registration for students returning to Jenks Public Schools in the 2025-26 school year is open now. If your student(s) are returning to JPS for 2025-26, please complete registration by May 30, 2025.
Click here to get started!
https://www.jenksps.org/page/25-26-back-to-school-registration
IMPORTANT: Back to School Registration is ONLY for students returning to JPS for the 2025-26 school year.
Each year, parents/guardians are required to update and confirm information for all Jenks Public Schools students. This process allows the District and school sites to access important information and communicate with JPS families. The information provided by parents/guardians also contains data the District is required to send to the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
Full details and answers to frequently asked questions can be viewed by clicking the link above.
Thank you!
***UPDATE for Jenks Northwest Elementary families*** The standoff is over and the suspects are in police custody. Northwest Elementary will start at 9:45 a.m. for grades K-4 and Pre-K will begin today at 10:30 a.m. Bus routes will begin at 9:15 a.m. so please have your student(s) at the bus stop by 9:15 as pick up times may vary. Parents can drop off students starting at 9:30 a.m. for grades K-4. Pre-K parents can drop off students starting at 10:15 a.m. Thank you for your patience and understanding as this unfolded this morning. Thank you to our JPS Police Department and our local law enforcement agencies for keeping us safe! Have a great day, Trojans!
Maybe you’ve seen their faces. You should know their names. Whether they are assisting families, supporting students and staff, serving meals, or playing a critical role in the safety and maintenance of our school sites, these employees are essential to the success of Jenks Public Schools. Our 2024-25 Classified Employees of the Year set a daily example of hard work and humility. They are universally respected by their colleagues and demonstrate excellence in every aspect of their work. Please join us in congratulating the Classified Employees of the Year!
Happy Spring Break, Trojans! We'll see you on Monday, March 24! 😎
Melodie Beacham-Boyd, 6th grade Pre-Algebra, Math, and Science teacher at Jenks West Intermediate, is the 2024-25 Jenks Public Schools District Teacher of the Year. Beacham-Boyd was selected from a group of 10 JPS Site Teachers of the Year by a committee of JPS administrators, school board members, and Jenks teachers who previously qualified as finalists for Oklahoma State Teacher of the Year. The surprise announcement was made inside Beacham-Boyd’s classroom by Superintendent Dr. Stacey Butterfield, members of the Superintendent’s cabinet, and the West Intermediate principals.
Watch the announcement here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7GQZZzcWqI
Jenks East Intermediate EL students challenged Ms. Taylor and Ms. Thomas to a game of Are You Smarter Than Your Principals this afternoon! It was a fun and competitive game, but our Trojans came out on top! Better luck next time, principals!
It's #ReadAcrossAmericaWeek and Jenks Southeast Elementary students are celebrating by enjoying DEAR (drop everything and read) time! Here's a look into JSE's 1st grade hallway enjoying their 15 minutes of independent reading. See any familiar books?
51 Jenks West Intermediate students recently became published authors #NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writers Month) for the first time! With the help of Ms. Gillean and Ms. Sumner, each student wrote around 10,000-21,000 words, went through an extensive editing process, and even designed the cover artwork themselves. Now these books are available for all students to check out and read in the JWI library. Did we mention they had 30 days? Incredible work, Trojans! Congratulations on this outstanding accomplishment!
Congratulations to Jenks High School junior and Thunder Fellow, Alanis Morales, who was recognized by Thunder Fellow staff for her dedication and passion as a cohort member this year. It is student appreciation week at Thunder Fellows, and they wanted to celebrate the hard work she has put toward her Thunder Fellows capstone project, which focuses on why her peers should start watching local news outlets.
Developed by the Oklahoma City Thunder and Creative Arts Agency, the Thunder Fellows Program aims to unlock new opportunities in sports, entertainment, and technology for Black high school and college students in the Tulsa area. For the past year, Alanis has been presented with hands-on experiences to build and enhance an effective skillset for any future endeavors. The opportunities are endless for you, Alanis!
Congratulations to the 19 Jenks East and Jenks Northwest Elementary students who saw months of practice and hard work pay off today as they participated in the Muscogee (Creek) Nation Challenge Bowl in Okmulgee. These Trojans have been preparing their knowledge of Creek language, government, and culture since September. We love seeing our students embracing these opportunities!
Students, families, and staff were all given the same book to read, "Saving Winslow" by Sharon Creech. Last night, they had their JWI Reads Night, where students and their families celebrated the joy of reading and enjoyed crafts and games that relate to Saving Winslow. Here's a glimpse into their fun evening of wrapping up this literary journey!
The District Collaboration/Distance Learning Day scheduled for Friday, February 28 is canceled. February 28 will be a normal school day with in-person instruction for all students.
This decision was made due to the extended period of distance learning this week in addition to a higher-than-expected number of days out of school since the start of the new semester. JPS understands and acknowledges the need for students to be at school, learning in classrooms as much as possible before Spring Break begins on March 13.
Shifting Friday, February 28 to an in-person learning day will not extend the school year or change the instructional calendar.
Plan on all school sites being open on Friday, February 28 with regular transportation routes, meal service in cafeterias, and before and after care provided during normal hours.
The final District Collaboration/Distance Learning Day of the 2024-25 school year is scheduled for Friday, April 18.
Congrats to the seniors from Jenks High School who earned the prestigious distinction of 2025 Oklahoma Academic All-State Scholars from the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence!
Eva Mahajan, Lauren Marnell, Harini Senthil, Emily Seo, Mustafa Siddiqui, and Isla Walker are six of the top 100 public high school seniors in the state. They will each receive a $1,500 merit-based scholarship and be honored at the annual Academic Awards Celebration in May in Tulsa.
Academic All-Staters are selected based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and community involvement, as well as letters of recommendation and an essay submitted by each nominee. Way to go, Trojans!
Introducing the 2024-25 Site Teachers of the Year! These educators were selected by their peers at each JPS site because of the way they connect with students, mentor colleagues, innovate in their classrooms, and consistently demonstrate the mission, vision, and values of Jenks Public Schools. These ten individuals are relentless advocates for students and public education. Our community is so fortunate to have teachers like these (and many others), who inspire our next generation of leaders with their genuine care and passion for what they do. Please join us in congratulating them!
