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Jenks West Intermediate students who completed National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) were celebrated this morning! Over the course of 30 days, these students set goals, participated in writing and creativity workshops, and dedicated time at school and home to bring their stories to life. Now they are officially published authors, with their autographed books becoming part of the JWI library collection. Congratulations on this incredible accomplishment, Trojans!

You might have seen Taylor Swift, King Tut, Jacqueline Kennedy, and LeBron James visiting Jenks Southeast Elementary today… but it was actually JSE 4th graders! Today, students presented their People of Purpose projects, sharing research on influential figures who have made a difference in the world. Dressed as the people they studied, students brought their learning to life while teaching others about the impact these individuals have made. Great job, Trojans!

Jenks High School STUCO officers and members of Student Body Leadership recently returned from the 2026 LEAD Conference in Washington D.C. where they connected with 2,000+ students from across the country. Through hearing from keynote speakers, attending breakout sessions, and listening to ideas from other schools, these Trojans brought back valuable lessons on shaping school culture and personal growth. The sights from around our nation's capital only added to this incredible experience!

Instruction + Assessment + Collaboration = Impact

Dr. Luis Cruz joined JPS today to guide certified staff through a meaningful day of professional development centered on our District's mission and vision. His leadership reinforced how intentional instruction, aligned assessment, and strong professional learning teams work together to support every student. Thank you, Dr. Cruz, for investing in our educators and our students.

REMINDER: Tomorrow-Friday, February 27-is a Distance Learning Day for students and a Collaboration Day for staff.
All students will stay home tomorrow to participate in distance learning. There is no in-person instruction tomorrow. Staff members will use this time for collaboration, professional development, and strategizing to support students.

Students in grades Pre-K-2 will bring home assignments today, while students in grades 3-12 will access assignments via Canvas. Watch this video for a full explanation of what to expect on Distance Learning Days at Jenks Public Schools.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9BcJEDqa1M

The remaining Distance Learning Days for 2025-26 are:
Friday, February 27
Friday, April 17

Big Trojans, little Trojans, and one hilarious performance at Jenks Southeast Elementary this morning! The Jenks High School Trojan Players visited JSE to perform "Stories from an Elementary Classroom," which had everyone laughing, including teachers! Storytelling at its finest!

Jenks East Elementary 1st graders took their learning to the next level with a hands-on visit to the Discovery Lab! Students explored the science of sound waves through interactive experiments, such as making rice dance with a tuning fork, creating melodies on a water xylophone, and using forks and string to hear vibrations travel right to their ears. 🎶👂

This unforgettable experience was made possible through the Growing Through the Arts initiative, funded by the Jenks Public Schools Foundation, bringing unique arts experiences to students from Pre-K through 11th grade.

Jenks Middle School eighth graders prepared for their futures at the Junior Achievement of Oklahoma Inspire Career Exploration, where hands-on experiences brought a wide range of careers to life. From operating heavy equipment to diving into health sciences and media production, students connected with industry professionals and discovered pathways they may have never considered. Thank you to JA Inspire and all the local partners who are helping our Trojans build confidence and career readiness early.

ICYMI...The boys and girls swimming teams from Jenks High School are state champs (again)! Both squads margin of victory was more than 100 points in another dominant display of talent. The girls successfully defended their title and have now won 5 of the last 7 state tournaments with a total of 16 championships in program history. For the boys, it's a three-peat, their 7th title in the past 8 years and 24th overall (most of any Jenks athletic program). Join us in congratulating our Trojan swimmers and coaches!

It is an exclusive honor. Only 100 seniors from public high schools across the state earn the distinction of 2026 Oklahoma Academic All-State Scholar from the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence. Jenks High School has six students—second most of any high school in Oklahoma—named to the prestigious list.

Tej Beniwal, Krishna Bhadriraju, Cody Brown, Aiden Hoskin, Sahil Patel, and Emma Zhang will each receive a $1,500 merit-based scholarship and be honored at the annual Academic Awards Celebration in May in Oklahoma City.

Academic All-Staters are selected based on academic achievement, leadership, and community service, as well as letters of recommendation and an essay submitted by each nominee. Join us in congratulating these Trojans!

Take a glimpse into Dr. Butterfield’s visit to Jenks West Elementary, where she spent time in Ms. Greenwood and Ms. Ybarra’s pre-K classrooms. A great reminder that the future starts right here with our tiniest Trojans. There’s nothing quite like the joy of visiting with preschoolers!

Kindness Week is underway across the district, with students joining in meaningful celebrations at every site! Today at Jenks West Elementary, students kicked off the day with a Wizard of Oz–themed parade, as students dressed in yellow or as their favorite characters from the classic movie. Through the magic of Oz, they’ll explore how kindness, courage, and heart can make a meaningful impact on those around them. 💛

A helping hand for heroes. Members of STUCO and Student Body Leadership at Jenks High School have been gathering donations, assembling furniture, and getting a home move-in ready for veterans. This effort is only one part of the partnership between JHS leaders and Heroes Hope, a non-profit organization providing restoration, housing, mentorship and life-changing resources to veterans in need.

During DUB Week (Donate yoUR Best) April 27-May 1, and in events leading up to DUB Week, STUCO is hosting events, raising money, and bringing the entire Jenks community together to support Heroes Hope and the opportunities they create for the men and women who have proudly served our country.

Learn more about DUB Week here https://www.jenksdubweek.com/ and learn more about Heroes Hope here https://heroeshope.net/

An unforgettable author visit at Northwest Elementary! JNWE welcomed Tami Sauer as she shared her Top 10 Writing Secrets and emphasized the power of imagination. Students acted out scenes from Mostly Monsterly and participated in an interactive game of “Guess the Word,” creating a memorable celebration of storytelling. Thank you, Tami, for inspiring our students to let their imaginations lead the way! ✨

Just the beginning. The February graduates of the Jenks Alternative Center put in the work and like those in the trimesters before, they fully embraced the family culture, smaller class sizes, and credit recovery process to achieve this milestone. Congrats to these grads and huge thanks to the JAC staff members who never waver in their support of students and loyalty to the program!

With Valentine's Day tomorrow, love and friendship are being celebrated across our elementary sites today! 💌 Check out how 2nd graders at Northwest Elementary are celebrating with tasty snacks, heartfelt crafts, and games!

We are proud to introduce our 2025-26 Site Teachers of the Year!

These exceptional educators were nominated by colleagues on their respective JPS campuses in recognition of the meaningful relationships they build with students, the guidance they provide to fellow staff members, and the creativity they bring to their classrooms. Each of these teachers consistently reflects the mission, vision, and core values of Jenks Public Schools. Together, they represent unwavering champions for students and for public education. Our community is incredibly fortunate to be supported by teachers like these—educators whose dedication and passion help shape and inspire the next generation of leaders.

A brief visit to any one of their classrooms quickly reveals both their instructional expertise and their genuine love for teaching. They lead with compassion, remain committed to growth, and set the standard for what families hope to find in a teacher. Through their daily work, they elevate the profession and exemplify excellence, and we are honored to recognize them as our Site Teachers of the Year.

Joyce Green
2nd Grade Teacher | East Elementary

Lori Janzen
STEM Facilitator | Northwest Elementary

Jennifer Moore
Speech Pathologist & Site SPED Coordinator | Southeast Elementary

Macy Worley
Trojan RISE Teacher & Mindset Instructor | West Elementary

Candace Huetter
6th Grade Language Arts & Social Studies | East Intermediate

Alex Bryant
5th Grade Language Arts & Social Studies | West Intermediate

Alicia Toy
Pre-Algebra & Geometry | Middle School

Amy Sunday
Algebra I & Algebra II | Freshman Academy

Jordan McCown
AVID/English/AP Lit. & Composition/Journalism | High School

Jill Lai
Algebra I/Math of Finance/Adventuring & Outdoor Ed. | Alternative Center

Bringing home some hardware from Orlando! 🏆
Jenks Varsity Pom claimed the National Championship in Large Varsity Game Day at the UDA National Dance Team Championship in Orlando, Florida. We are so proud of these athletes and the dedication it took to achieve excellence on a national stage. Great job, Trojans!