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Good evening Viking families!

This is Mr. Lewis with this week’s high school announcements! Picture retakes are taking place on Monday!

Jackson Public Schools has a bond proposal on this November’s Ballot. The proposal calls for no new taxes, but will generate over $100 million dollars for needed improvements throughout all of our schools. If you are interested in helping to promote this throughout the community, please contact your child’s grade-office.

The JHS Teen Health Center is open each day for your child. Please reach out to them at 5177800838. They are available for mental health, wellness, and sports physicals.

All backpacks are to be left in lockers during the school day.

Cell phones and headphones are to be kept off and away while students are in classrooms. They are allowed to use them before school, during passing time, and after school. Please remind your young person of these very important JHS policies.

Looking Ahead:

October 27

Picture Retake

October 28

Fall Choir Concert @7pm

October 29

Halloween Band Concert @7pm

October 30:

Costumes allowed: no masks, no gore, no look alike weapons,

Academic Awards Night @6pm in the Auditorium

October 31:

No School- Professional Development

Our staff, including administrators, are busy during the day and are unable to take drop-in appointments. We understand that there are situations where you want an immediate meeting or response to have a situation dealt with. If you come to the front desk expecting to meet with a staff member, you will be asked to make an appointment to meet with the person who you would like to speak with. We appreciate your understanding and support as we look to have our school staff present and available to help students during the school day

Our after-school events, including all athletic events, are privileges for JHS students. Students who have had issues managing behavior can be barred from attending. All students who are from other schools must be accompanied by an adult age 21 or older. We have put these rules in place to ensure that our events are safe and can be enjoyed by our students, parents, athletes and coaches. If you have questions on whether your students or their friends from other schools (this includes SCMV) are allowed to attend or what they must do to attend, please contact your child’s grade-level principal.

Our day begins at 7:20am with doors open at 7:05am. Parents/guardians are welcome at the Welcome Center for questions, student pick-up/drop-off, or item deliveries. We have a closed campus and students are not allowed to leave for lunch unless parents are picking them up or they have a documented emergency or appointment, this includes during advisory times. Students are not allowed to order DoorDash or UberEats food to the school.

Seniors: Jackson High School Reflector Yearbook 2026 Formal Yearbook Pictures

Due Date: December 1, 2025

After December 1, 2025: $25 Late Fee: Billed to student account.

No pictures accepted after December 10, 2025

Do you have difficulties managing your student's use of their device while they are at school? Are you worried that they are getting on their cell phone and missing instruction or sending messages to peers that cause unnecessary stress? At JHS, we have a solution for you! Truce Mobile is a service that we are piloting for all interested families- free of charge! This serv call them in case of an emergency and also use apps that are useful in class, such as Minga. Truce can also be used while your student is driving, while they are supposed to be sleeping or if you want to protect certain hours as ‘no phone time’ at home. If you are interested, contact Mr. Zessin at 841-3703. If you want more information, watch the video that is on this week’s newsletter.

Each student’s Chromebook is their responsibility. Please remind your student to:

Keep track of their Chromebook at all times. Lost or broken devices result in repair or replacement fees.

Charge it each night so it is ready for school the next day.

Thank you for helping your students build good habits with their device!

We understand that the temperatures will be a bit warmer this week but still expect student clothing to be appropriate. The short length of shorts has been an issue in the first weeks of school. Be reminded that shorts must abide by the dress code guidelines and those guidelines can be found at jpsk12.org under JHS student handbook, page 24.

To learn more about what is happening at high school, check out the Weekly Newsletter (https://www.smore.com/u8m19) The newsletter is frequently updated throughout the week, as well as posts to our social media page and app The High school staff is grateful for the opportunity to partner with you and your family. Together, we make the Jackson community stronger—one day at a time, one student at a time.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend, and always remember:

Today, like every day, is a great day to be a Viking!