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Things were heating up in the Jenks High School dining hall this afternoon. 🔥🍗 JHS principals and teachers lined up to do the Hot Ones chicken wing challenge to fundraise for the Jenks StuCo Dub Week mental wellness initiative. Students rallied together to raise enough money to up the heat of the hot wing to the spiciest sauce available. And honestly, they crushed it (all while dressed up as their favorite decade!) To help STUCO meet their goal, Donate yoUr Best at jenksdubweek.com!

This morning, members of the JPS Board of Education and administrators stepped into classrooms and media centers for an inside look into our school sites' learning and outstanding educational programs. Each stop was tied into the attributes and characteristics of the Portrait of a Graduate framework. Highlights from the Spring Board Showcase include communicating and collaborating with grands in Jenks West Elementary's multiage program at Grace Skilled Nursing & Therapy, supporting students learning through multi-tiered systems of support at the Jenks Freshman Academy, developing POG attributes at the Jenks Alternative Center, exploring music with the Little Trojan Academy, and practicing effective communication and service learning in the community at Jenks East Elementary. Thanks to all the principals, teachers, and staff members who made this showcase possible!

The announcement we've all been waiting for... Your 2023-24 Mr. and Miss JHS are... 🥁 Samuel Abiel and Elaine Gao! Congratulations to all the nominees, the deserving finalists, and these two outstanding Jenks High School seniors. It was an amazing night! 👑

They have set and surpassed a remarkable standard of academic achievement. Here are the valedictorians and salutatorians for the Jenks High School Class of 2024. Simply incredible, Trojans. Congratulations to all! 🎓👏

It's that time of year again- It's DUB Week at Jenks High School! JHS Student Council is in its 6th year of bringing awareness and striving for change. This year, Jenks StuCo's annual philanthropy initiative focuses on mental wellness for the next generation of Jenks students. The goal is to raise $150k to build two outdoor courtyards at the high school for students to relax, play games, and connect. Because of students, faculty, community efforts, DUB Week continues to increase year after year from a small philanthropy initiative to something far beyond what was previously imagined. To help STUCO meet its goal, Donate yoUr Best at jenksdubweek.com! Thank you to Jenks Public Schools Foundation and the Danny Christner Foundation for being DUB Week partners and helping our STUCO achieve its goal. Lunch activities on central campus this week, including the daily car smash: Monday: 9 Square Tournament Tuesday: Pull Up Bar Wednesday: Pie A Teacher Thursday: Hot Ones Challenge Friday: Inflatable

Opening night at the newly renovated Jenks Softball Complex was a hit! Dr. Butterfield even suited up in her best Jenks spirit wear to deliver the first pitch. 🥎 Thank you to our partners, Crossland Construction Company, Inc. and WRA Architects, Inc. for all the hard work, to our construction department and softball program, and a special thanks to you, Jenks voters, for approving bond dollars to bring this vision to life. Let's go, Trojans!

7️⃣ more Jenks High School student-athletes are autographing their letter of intent to take their academic and athletic skills to the next level. A huge congratulations to these talented students and their families. You make us proud, Trojans! #ForeverATrojan ⚽️ Sara Arsee - Cowley College ⚽️ James Boudiette - Chaminade University of Honolulu, HI ⚾️ Caden Cruz - Kansas Wesleyan University ⚾️ Adam Hilsheimer - Labette Community College ⚾️ Tanner Primeaux- Crowder College 🏊‍♂️ Ian Troung - Trinity University 🎾 Cristian Pensavalle - Butler University

The College and Career office at Jenks High School hosted FAFSA Help Night where local university financial aid experts were in attendance to help 44 JHS students and parents complete their FAFSA. Thank you to Impact Tulsa for catering the event! It is a privilege to be able to create these opportunities to serve our students and families!

Imagine starting your day playing with the tiniest future Trojans ever! Sounds amazing, right? 😁 Dr. Butterfield's site visit at Jenks East Elementary began with big smiles and playtime at Trojan Tots and ended in the STEM Lab with 2nd graders building the coolest catapults. Thanks for the best morning, JEE!

Tomorrow - Friday, April 5 - 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 Remember there is no school on Monday, April 8 for April break. See you Tuesday, Trojans!

Lun Kim is in select company. The senior at Jenks High School is one of only 500 students in the entire nation to receive the Dell Scholarship. As a Dell Scholar, Lun receives: $20,000 per year on top of any scholarships already received (for 6 years), access to personalized support, a Dell laptop and book credits for four years, mental health and wellness support, and guidance for career success. During her time at JHS, Lun has demonstrated the kind of drive, tenacity, and ambition common among all Dell Scholars. She is a proud member of the AVID program at JHS and plans to attend Oklahoma State University in the fall. Special thanks to the counselors and teachers at JHS like Kirsta Meacham and Melissa Rumsey who have provided so much support and encouragement to Lun along the way! Huge congrats, Lun! We are excited to see how you use this incredible opportunity to pursue and achieve your dreams!

Drive-In Movie Night is TOMORROW! Enjoy a memorable evening with the family while supporting the Jenks Public Schools Foundation. See you at the Admiral Twin Drive-In! Chose between 2️⃣ movies 🚗 Gates open at 7 p.m. 🎬 Movies start at dusk 🍕🍿🥤 available for purchase Get your tickets now at jenksfoundation.org

These seniors embody exactly what it means to be a Trojan. 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 2024, but also the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and responsible citizens. Congrats to these 10 seniors on being named as finalists for Mr. & Miss JHS! Mr. JHS Finalists: Samuel Abiel Jett Calmus Ethan Harder Eduardo Pereyra Joshua Taylor Miss JHS Finalists: Cameron Anderson Magnolia Crissup Elaine Gao Emma Reilly Winnie Zhang Join us on Monday, April 22 at 7 p.m. in the Building 6 Auditorium for the 2024 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/1534644

Art students at Jenks High School made these stunning drawings and paintings for the recent Create For A Cause event to benefit Building All Children. Our friends at TTCU Federal Credit Union purchased these pieces and then donated the art back to the students. Proceeds from the sale of the artwork will be used by Building All Children to assist families and students with literacy needs. Amazing stuff, Trojans!

IT IS OFFICIAL! The Jenks Public Schools Board of Education voted to approve Tuesday, May 28 as the last day of school for the 2023-24 school year. June 3 was the original last day of school on the instructional calendar. Because JPS used only one of the five weather days built into the instructional calendar on January 22, the last day of school for students is shifted from June 3 to May 28. Wednesday, May 29 will be a teacher workday at elementary, intermediate, and secondary sites.

Bring the entire family to the Admiral Twin Drive-In next Thursday, April 4 for Drive-In Movie Night presented by the Jenks Public Schools Foundation! Details ⬇ - Choose between two movies - Gates open at 7 p.m. - Movies start at dusk - 🍕🍟🥤 available for purchase Get your tickets now at jenksfoundation.org

Breaking News! Students in Mr. Prince's Digital and Broadcasting Media classes at Jenks High School had the great opportunity to tour Griffin Media in downtown Tulsa. Our Trojans sat at the News on 6 anchor desk, made weather predictions on the green screen, and even got to chat with Alan Crone about anything and everything broadcast and weather related. They also explored and learned about the different radio shows and visited with Rick Couri and Hoot Owl. Thank you, Griffin Media, for providing this incredible experience for our Trojans!

Your opportunity to join our Trojan family and work in the best district in Oklahoma is quickly approaching! Representatives from all of our school sites are ready to meet you and answer your questions. Don't forget your resume! Attend the JPS Job Fair on April 9 from 3:30-5:30pm at the Education Service Center. We'll see you there!

6th graders at Jenks East Intermediate participated in an immigration panel today, telling their story of moving from another country and the struggles and sacrifices accompanied with making their American dream a reality. Their peers asked questions about their favorite foods, the different holidays, and musical instruments they had in their countries. Thank you to these students and teachers for giving us a glimpse into your journey to the United States!

Stunned and speechless. Sydnie Ritze was completely caught off guard this afternoon when Dr. Butterfield announced her at the 2023-24 Jenks Public Schools District Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Ritze, AVID and English teacher at Jenks High School, is a champion and cheerleader for her students. She is a fierce advocate for public education and believes that what students need most is someone who believes in them. She never wanted to be anything but a teacher and now, in her 11th year at Jenks High School, she is the recipient of the highest honor the District can bestow on a teacher. “To receive this award is one of the most humbling and overwhelming moments of my life. I work with such amazing individuals who are so good at what they do. I am overjoyed, and to be selected to represent Jenks Public Schools in this way is truly humbling.” Please join us in congratulating Sydnie Ritze on earning this prestigious award!