Happy Holidays!
In a heartwarming display of holiday spirit, the 8th Grade Honor Society has taken the initiative to share Christmas love with local military servicemen and women, as well as nursing home residents. As part of their effort, all students contributed by adding personal touches to Christmas cards, making each one uniquely meaningful. On Saturday, the Honor Society's officers took their project a step further by delivering these cards in person to residents of Persimmon Ridge nursing home, along with a special gift. The delivery was led by society president Kendall Schemenaur, vice-president Grady Warvel, secretary Connor Stultz, and treasurer Spencer Smitley. Their visit brought smiles and holiday cheer to the residents, showcasing the students’ dedication to spreading joy during the season of giving.
This thoughtful gesture not only brightened the day of the recipients but also served as a reminder of the importance of connecting with and appreciating members of the community.
Jay Schools are closed, Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
Jay Schools are on a 2 hour delay. today, due to fog. Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
Earlier this week our freshman Early College students visited Huntington University for a campus visit and information session. Twenty-eight students participated and were chaperoned by Mrs. Cathy Fugiett. It seems they enjoyed eating lunch in a college dining hall the most! Many of these same students also visited Purdue Fort Wayne on Tuesday, Nov. 19, along with our junior and senior Early College students who elected to go.
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Mrs. Dillon’s and Mrs. Emmons’s math classes have been working with percentages. Recently, students were paired to complete a place setting. Groups were given a variety of online menus to choose from to go “out to eat.” They each received a random discount, had to add tax, and had to tip 20%. Students had $25 per group member to spend and the group that came closest without going over won a small prize.
Last week, the German Club met for their monthly "Kaffee und Kuchen" meeting. This time they celebrated the German holiday "Martinstag," which is celebrated on November 11, mostly by younger children. The participants baked small geese out of bread dough and created upcycled lanterns. Much fun was had by all!
Recently, Mrs. Dues's level 2 nutrition class spent time learning about the digestive system. Students created posters of the digestive system using different food items to represent the different parts.
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A note from the desk of Mrs. Carissa Allred:
I would like to thank everyone who participated in the fundraiser for the 8th-grade Washington D.C. trip. My students worked extremely hard to offset the cost of this trip, and our community stepped up and supported them. Without your help, the students would not have been able to raise $5,000. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart!
Take a look at the hands-on work of Mr. Bilbrey's 3rd-period Advanced Tech Theater Makeup Class. Proof that learning can be fun! Don't forget, the fall play opens tomorrow evening. Make your plans to come out to support the drama program!
With respect and gratitude from the students and staff of Jay County Jr.-Sr. High.
These students have been working hard in Mr. Bilbrey's Scenic Design 1 class to prepare for the Drama Club's fall play, Alice in Wonderland: Down the Rabbit Hole. Show dates are November 15, 16, and 17! Don't miss it!
Mr. Keller's calculus students recently completed an activity to discover just how many licks it takes to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop. Students collected their own data and then used Desmos.com to find the line of best fit. Then students used related rates and derivatives to find the specific number of licks it takes. How many licks do you think it takes?!
We are so proud of how the staff and students of Jay County Jr.-Sr. High have rallied in response to the challenges created by the September tornado. It's a testament to the character, positivity, and resilience of everyone affected, especially the teachers, faculty, and students who were displaced. Our library (IMC-Instructional Media Center) suffered devastating damage, but Mrs. Fugiett and Mrs. Harris have done a wonderful job with their relocation. Students are able to check out books and utilize many of the same services.
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Happy Halloween! Here's a fitting report from a junior high class:
Mrs. Wright's 6th-period science class recently had a gourd-geous adventure exploring the fascinating world of pumpkin anatomy. The lesson included dissecting pumpkins, identifying parts, and unleashing a volcanic eruption!!
Thank you to our community for coming out to support the National Honor Society's Trunk-or-Treat event last evening. We had beautiful weather and an amazing turnout. Thank you to our 25 participating trunk-or-treat organizations/businesses. This event would not have been possible without you. Have a happy Halloween and enjoy some photos from this event!
Last week, students in Mr. Krieg's graphic design program toured EP Graphics in Berne. They learned about the production process and the products produced. Students enjoyed learning about this nearby company. A big thanks to EP Graphics for welcoming our students!
