It is homecoming week and the court will be introduced before the varsity game this evening against Forest Park. Our student council has done a great job with activities this week. We had a board game theme with hall decorating, guess the candy, trivia, dress-up days, and a scavenger hunt during homerooms. Congratulations to Kasen Kunz and Mrs. Garcia for their selection as our Student and Staff Members of the Week. JHS is fortunate to have some fabulous elective classes. I have included our Wildcat Weekly telecast by our Radio and Television class. Mr. Elrod's class does a great job with these entertaining broadcasts. Mrs. Keusch's Children's Literature class began reading and interacting with our Little Wildcat kids.

Officer David Gomez will be at JHS and JMS on Monday to discuss the dangers of social media and technology. His presentation was supported by Crisis Connection and the Rotary Club. Office Gomez will have a presentation for the community at VUJ later that evening. Prom sign-ups are underway and will be open until March 21st. Seniors, Jostens has early ordering for your grad gear open until Friday the 31st. The Riley Dance Marathon will be holding a garage sale Feb. 2nd from 10-2 at Cabby O'Neil Gym. They are accepting donations and all proceeds will go to Riley Hospital. Our US Representative Mark Messer is accepting Valentines for Vets. I have included his information below. We have completed our AP test ordering and some students will be receiving an invoice for the tests which are not reimbursed by the state. You may send payment with your students to school or pay by card via the My School Bucks app. I have also included the FAFSA link for all of our senior students. The State of Indiana has made completion of the FAFSA a graduation requirement. Take a few minutes and have your senior create an account and complete the FAFSA.

In community news, the city of Jasper has asked us to share their new app, “Jasper INsight,” designed to enhance communication and outreach for the City of Jasper. What began as an effort to improve how we share City-related notifications led us to GoGov, a platform that not only provides this capability but also enables us to create an app that integrates smoothly with our City website and connects with our social media channels. We encourage families to sign up so they can stay informed with the latest updates from the City of Jasper. The Dubois County Health Department is offering the GOAL Family program in partnership with the IU School of Public Health once again this spring. The program teaches the importance of making healthy lifestyle choices. Registration is open to all Dubois County residents ages 7-17 and their families.

Have a great weekend and Go Cats!

This week's Staff of the Week is Mrs. Shelby Garcia

Thank you for making Jasper High School Great.

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January 27th David Gomez Presentation

February 3rd & 5th Freshman Orientation evenings 6-8pm

February 5th- GJCS Professional Development Day (no school)

February 10-14th WIDA testing

February 13th-16th Peter and the StarCatcher Spring Show

February 17-22nd National FFA Week

February 17th- Presidents' Day (School will be in session)

February 28 Jammin' in Jasper

March 5th School SAT Day

March 24th-28th Spring Break

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid site is now open for Students and Parents to complete their applications for next year. Any student considering attending college should complete the FAFSA to be eligible for financial assistance. I would encourage all families to fill out a application regardless of need as many colleges require FAFSA completion for all types of assistance. Many schools require submission for competitive non-need based scholarships or grants. The application is much easier than in the past. Click on the link for more information and to complete your application. FAFSA

The 2025 prom forms are now available outside the attendance window. The JHS 2025 prom is Saturday, April 5th from 8--11 at the Klubhaus in Jasper. All students who plan to attend prom MUST fill out & turn in a form by Friday, March 21st. All prom dues MUST be paid in full by Friday, March 21st. If a student plans to bring a student who is not currently a JHS junior or senior, then a prom guest verification form MUST be filled out by that student's high school, college, and/or workplace supervisor. The prom guest verification forms are also due by Friday, March 21st.

JHS seniors do not owe prom dues. The only fee seniors might pay would be the $10 guest fee if a senior brings a guest who is not currently a JHS junior or senior.

JHS juniors do owe prom dues, $40 per prom fundraiser. The first fundraiser was the online store (juniors had to sell $70 worth of merchandise, at minimum). If a junior did not sell anything, that student will be charged $40 for prom dues for that fundraiser. The other fundraiser involves concessions at the boys' basketball games. If a student did not work concessions for one of the games, that student will be charged $40 for that fundraiser. Juniors who did not participate in the fundraisers will owe $80 to attend prom. If juniors bring a guest who is not currently a JHS junior or senior, the $10 guest fee also applies and is in addition to prom dues. All checks for prom dues should be made payable to: JHS Class of 2026.

Prom dues and/or money can be dropped off in Room 202 to Mrs. Keusch. Please do not interrupt classes. Drop off forms and money during passing periods or during homeroom.

Dear Parents,

As we approach the graduation season, here’s important information about senior portraits and yearbook ads:

• School Portraits: We can use your child's school portrait if preferred.
• Professional Photos: If not yet scheduled, consider local professionals. We have a preferred list available upon request.
• Budget-Friendly Options: For those on a budget, we can recommend affordable or even free amateur photographers, including talented yearbook staff members.

Photo Submission Details:

• Photos Needed: Choose up to 2 photos.
• Submission Link: Photographers should have a submission link. Contact me if they haven’t received it.
• Photo Requirements:
  • Yearbook Photo: Vertical, professional, no props (e.g., cars, pets).
  • Graduation Ceremony Photo: Horizontal, more personal, optional.
  • Resolution: High resolution, no watermarks. Photographers should submit directly.

Deadline: February 14th, but earlier submissions are appreciated.

(More details were sent to students via email on November 15th.)

Yearbooks and Senior Ads:

• Availability: 2025 Yearbooks and Senior Ads are now available for purchase.
• Details and Purchase: Visit linktr.ee/JHSmedia for links and more information.

For questions, please reach out.

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***2025Moratorium Weeks***

June 30th – July 6th

July 25th – July 31st

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Athletic Events – Week of: January 27th to February 1st

Monday – January 27th

No Events Scheduled

Tuesday – January 28th

Girls JV/V Basketball at Ev Mater Dei 6:30PM

Boys Freshman Basketball at Gibson Southern 6:30PM

Wednesday – January 29th

JV Wrestling Dual Tournament HOME 6:00PM

Thursday – January 30th

Girls JV/V Basketball HOME vs Ev Harrison 6:30PM

Friday – January 31st

Boys JV/V Basketball at NE Dubois 6:00PM

Saturday – February 1st

Dance at Avon TBA

Wrestling SECTIONAL at Southridge 9:00AM

Boys JV/V Basketball HOME vs New Albany 6:00PM

Academic Counselors will begin evening office hours on Monday, Feb. 24. Email Mr. Jochum or Mr. Uebelhor if you would like to set up an appointment to discuss class scheduling, scholarships, college admissions, dual credits, or any other academic information. Appointments are 30 minutes and on Monday evening from 5-7 pm.

Any student who failed a core class last semester (Math, English, Science, or Social Studies) can make up that credit with online credit recovery. The cost is $50 and all of the coursework is online. These classes can be started at any time. See Mr. Jochum or Mr. Uebelhor if you would like to sign up for a credit recovery class

All students are required to have 1 credit in Health for graduation. This class is only available as an online option. Students can enroll in online Health at any time and the course must be completed by May 20, 2025. There is no fee for the online Health class. Students who take 2 full years of Biomedical Science are not required to have a Health credit.

First-semester transcripts are available on PowerSchool. You can view your updated transcript by logging on to your PowerSchool account, and clicking on "Student Reports", and "Transcripts".

On March 5th all Juniors will be taking the SAT during the school day. Students will automatically be registered for this test and there is no fee.

Sean Jochum: sjochum@gjcs.k12.in.us

Brina Uebelhor: buebelhor@gjcs.k12.in.us

New books are here!! Find them on the window table.

Please sign up for the Poetry Reading day here at the circulation desk. The event will take place in the library on February 28. You may read your own works or the works of other authors.

There are multiple public library resources available to you. Pamphlets and newsletter may be found here at the circulation desk.

We have displays in the library celebrating, Black History Month, and Holocaust Remembrance Day. Come check out a new book! There is a new bookcase at the back of the library with young adult romance novels. You Asked. We Listened.

The drawing for January is to write a two sentence story on “new beginnings”. This year is year of the snake in the Chinese New Year. In order to submit your name for the drawing in February, come to circulation desk and write your favorite quote on a strip of paper to build our paper chain snake!!

Submissions to the arts magazine, The Paws, will be accepted all during the school year this year. Bring in a hard copy to the library, or email a copy of your outstanding work to sburns@gjcs.k12.in.us.

Happy Reading!!

Academic Teams, BPA, Dance Marathon, Earth Club, FFA, German Club, GSA, Interact, JAG, Key Club, National Honors Society, Octagon Club, Performing Arts, Obscure Sports, Robotics, SADD, SOFA, Spanish Club, Spell Bowl, MotorSports,, Archery, Speech and Debate, Young Latinos Unidos, FCA, ED Rising, FCCLA, Take 3, Yogioh Club

Here are a few community events of interest.

Last year I had such great success with several Jasper High School girls volunteering to serve as Junior Coaches for Girls on the Run. Would you mind sharing this information again with your female students (age 16 and older)? We need coaches at both Jasper Elementary and Ireland Elementary. We have coaches at Holy Trinity, however, could always use support there as well. Our season starts the week of February 24th. I appreciate your help!

Junior Coach:

Roles & Responsibilities Junior Coach Overview: Serving as a Junior Coach is a fun and rewarding way for 16 to 18 year old high school girls to get involved with Girls on the Run, grow their leadership skills and make a difference in the lives of girls throughout their community. As a junior coach you get to

1) participate in a program that provides training, experience, and service credits,

2) impact younger girls, and

3) be part of a positive community!

Role Summary:

The Junior Coach is a volunteer position for high school girls to deliver Girls on the Run programs with a team of coaches at a program site. Junior Coaches serve a similar role as adult coaches, with the added support of a Mentor Coach to develop new skills, grow in their ability to build relationships with participants, and guide a full lesson within the curriculum. The outline of roles and responsibilities below further details the Junior Coach opportunity.

Qualifications To be eligible to participate in the Junior Coach program, potential applicants must:

• Be 16-18 years of age (in high school)

• Commit 1.5-3 hours of time each week for 8 weeks

For more information, please visit gotrswin.org or contact Beth Phillips at beth.phillips@girlsontherun.org (

Howdy Wildcats!! Here is your 1/23 edition of Wildcat News Release via email!

School Wide News -

Homecoming Information →

Congratulations to our 2025 Basketball Homecoming Court. Homecoming will be Jan 24.

Homecoming Information →

There are sign-up sheets for Intramural Basketball outside of the LGI room. The deadline for sign-ups is next Tuesday (January 28th) and then a draft will be held on Wednesday. The games will be played on most Tuesdays and Thursdays from Feb 11th – March 11th.

Thank you

Spanish Conversation →

Join Mrs. Johnson for Charla y chocolate, chat and chocolate, or basic Spanish conversation practice on Fridays during homeroom in room 216. Chat topics will change weekly. The first meeting will be on January 17th. See Mrs. Johnson for a pass to attend!

Prom Information →

Attention Juniors & Seniors: prom registration forms and prom guest verification forms are now available outside the attendance window. All forms and dues must be turned in by Friday, March 21st. All completed forms and dues can be turned in to Mrs. Keusch in Room 202.

Student Council Information →

JHS Student Council will be having dress up days for Basketball Homecoming all next week. Homecoming Theme is Board Games!!! Monday is Candyland Sweet Dreams Theme: Pjs or Sweats. Tuesday is Twister Theme: Seniors Blue, Juniors Red, Sophomores Yellow, Freshmen Green, Staff Black. Wednesday Battleship Theme: Upperclassman Blue, Underclassman Red, Staff wear your homeroom color. Thursday Scrabble Theme: Wear a Shirt with Letters on it. Friday Clue Theme, Get A Clue and Back the Wildcats: Black and Gold

Wildcat Corner →

The Wildcat Corner is hosting a T-shirt design contest specifically for the Class of 2025. This is a great opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and contribute to their class spirit. All designs must be submitted by Feb 6th, Visit the Wildcat Corner during A or B block on Tuesdays or Thursdays.

Yearbook →

Use the link below to order your yearbook!

https://yb360.walsworthyearbooks.com/login/webBannerRedirect.html?snap=&schoolstore=jasper_high_school_325638/wkAlZq2yY2wc0zpofG1oC3c0

If you have any photos you would like to see in the yearbook, send them to yearbook snap! (password: JHSwildcats)

https://yb360.walsworthyearbooks.com/login/webBannerRedirect.html?snap=8w6w8u65v06CZC8HcZ6inVZ6&schoolstore=

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