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Friday, November 11, 2022 – Day A

1) Wish Jessica Dreier a happy birthday today.

2) Birthdays Today…November 11th…Maddison Horkheimer, Connor Rogers. November 12th…Ahlaya Pitts, Jermaine Mays, Zaylin Adamson. November 13th…Sophie Merz.

3) Next Monday there is a NEW LEAP event called Meals In Minutes! You will learn how to cook for your whole family on a budget, and take home a WHOLE PAN of food to share. Monday you will be making Mexican Lasagna. There are limited spots so check for an email from Ms. Efferding to sign up, or see her in room 222.

4) LEAP today…Homework Help, Chess Club.

5) Veterans Day is a public holiday held on the anniversary of the end of World War I, on November 11, to honor US veterans and victims of all wars. This holiday is a celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.

6) Awesome job to the Jefferson wrestling team on their opening meet against Drexler, Roosevelt, and Beckman last nights. All wrestlers showed great determination in all their matches, respect towards the referees and competitors, and support for one another. Every wrestler should be very proud of their hard work and effort! Go Hillhawks!

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Thursday, November 10, 2022 – Day B

1) Birthdays Today…November 10th…No birthdays today.

2) Next Monday there is a NEW LEAP event called Meals In Minutes! You will learn how to cook for your whole family on a budget, and take home a WHOLE PAN of food to share. Monday you will be making Mexican Lasagna. There are limited spots so check for an email from Ms. Efferding to sign up, or see her in room 222.

3) Sports Today – Jefferson Wrestling Meet…Jefferson vs. Roosevelt vs. Drexler at Drexler beginning at 4 p.m.

4) LEAP today…Homework Help, Karaoke Fun & Vocal Coaching.

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022 – Day A

1) Birthdays Today…November 9th…Raelyn Heim, Eric Heim.

2) Thankfulness is a contagious, healthy, positive practice that improves our relationships and helps us feel good. This week, we are challenging each SUCCESS time to create a giant poster celebrating “thankfulness”. We’ll use these as a way to cover our hallways in positivity…and enjoy some fun and friendly competition. On Monday, November 21st, all posters on display will be judged on how well they show thankfulness, neatness, and use of color. The winning SUCCESS time will receive a hot chocolate treat on November 22nd. Supplies will be arriving soon, so start thinking of how your SUCCESS time wants to display the things, people, and ideas you’re thankful for!

3) Next Monday there is a NEW LEAP event called Meals In Minutes! You will learn how to cook for your whole family on a budget, and take home a WHOLE PAN of food to share. Monday you will be making Mexican Lasagna. There are limited spots so check for an email from Ms. Efferding to sign up, or see her in room 222.

4) LEAP today…Homework Help, All About Arts.

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022 – Day B

1) Wish Angela Barker down in the cafeteria a happy birthday today.

2) Birthdays Today…November 8th…Harly Gutierrez.

3) Dana Bohr will not be at Jefferson today.

4) Sports Today – 7th & 8th Grade Girls Basketball…Jefferson vs. Roosevelt at Jefferson beginning at 4 p.m.

5) LEAP today…Homework Help, Chess Club.

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Monday, November 7, 2022 – Day A

1) Birthdays Today…November 7th…No birthdays today.

2) Reminder it is the school district’s and Jefferson’s expectation that you wear your lanyard and ID while in the building. That is especially true, if you want to wear a hat or hood. Also, with the weather getting cooler, I want to remind everyone that ski mask type head coverings are not to be worn while in the building. If you need a new lanyard and/or ID, please come to the main office.

3) 6th Grade band – Please go to lunch first and then come to band.

4) Sports Today – 7th & 8th Grade Girls Basketball…Jefferson vs. Drexler Red at Drexler beginning at 4 p.m.

5) LEAP today…Homework Help, All About Arts.

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Friday, November 4, 2022 – Day B

1) Wish Abbi Berryman a happy birthday today. Wish Rhonda Thole a happy birthday, her birthday is tomorrow.

2) Birthdays Today…November 4th…Matthew Horch. November 5th…Charlie DeMaio. November 6th…Emma Boyle, Ayden Milligan, Richard Seger, Johnley Ralpho.

3) Just a quick reminder that Daylight Saving time is ending and we need to set our clocks back an hour Saturday night.

4) LEAP today…Homework Help, Chess Club.

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Thursday, November 3, 2022 – Day A

1) Birthdays Today…November 3rd…No birthdays today.

2) Wellness for Mr. Richter…Fitness testing make-ups are during success time today.

3) LEAP today…Homework Help, Karaoke Fun & Vocal Coaching.

4) Sports Today – 7th & 8th Grade Girls Basketball…Jefferson vs. Washington at Jefferson beginning at 4 p.m.

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022 – Day A

1) Birthdays Today…November 1st…Landon Klotz, Colin Ludovissy.

2) Today is the last day to submit your video entries for the virtual talent show. If you have any questions, talk to Mr. McDowell who is in the LRC.

3) Wellness for Mr. Richter…Fitness testing make-ups are during success time this Wednesday and Thursday, November 2nd and 3rd.

4) LEAP today…Homework Help, Chess Club, Hydro-Dipped Coffee Mug.

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Monday, October 31, 2022 – Day B

1) Birthdays Today…October 31st…Summer Francois, Cecelia Freihoefer.

2) This week in 7-Mindsets, we’ll be discussing how to, “Be Authentic.” When you are being authentic you are being true to yourself and doing what is best for you. You will accomplish the most and be at your best when you are doing what you love and being your best self!

3) 7th and 8th grade wrestling begin today, please report to room 108 after school.

4) Tomorrow is the last day to submit your video entries for the virtual talent show.

5) LEAP today…Homework Help, All About Arts.

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022 – Day A

1) Birthdays Today…October 27th…Ianna Strong. October 28th…Maiya Tye. October 30th…Isis Jemison, Shakir Walker, Karma Zirtzman.

2) The book fair is set up and ready for business! They will be open for shopping before school, during success time, and during your library visit. They will also be open during conferences on Wednesday, October 26th and Thursday, October 27th. If you are planning on shopping during the school day, be sure to come to the library with a pass from your teacher. Remember, entries for the pumpkin decorating contest are due by next Wednesday, October 26th.

3) Do you like making Tiktoks? Ever tried stop motion videos? Have a talent that’s hard to show off on stage? We still want you to get the glory. You can submit your video entries for our virtual talent show by November 1st. Entries will be aired on the TVs during lunch, and students will vote for the winners. Contact Mr. McDowell with questions and submissions.

4) Reminder, parent/teacher conferences are today (3:00-8:00) and Thursday (8:00-5:00).

5) Wrestling begins next Monday, October 31st.

6) No LEAP today after school.

7) There will be no school on Thursday or Friday this week.