JCS Program of Studies
Eighth grade students are currently scheduling with their respective high schools. The Program of Studies, which includes graduation requirements and course descriptions for all high school classes, can be found at https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1758415/2021-2022_JCS_Program_of_Studies.pdf
Opportunity for 7th and 8th Grade Students
Seventh and eighth grade students interested in science, computing, engineering, and math have the opportunity to apply for The Governor's School of West Virginia STEM Institute (GSI).
The theme of GSI for current 7th graders is Food for Thought (and Fun). GSI students will engage in a variety of projects and activities related to the math and science of food. The goal is to open students’ eyes to what lies behind the everyday activity of growing, preparing, and eating food in relation to math and science. Students will attend either June 16-24 or June 25-July 3.
Eighth graders will learn about the magic of the universe as they study the mysteries of outer space utilizing data from the Green Bank Observatory in Pocahontas County. Accessing the information under the guidance of nationally recognized scientists and instructors, students will learn about the constellations, outer space and, perhaps just as importantly, about their inner selves. Students will attend July 10 - 23.
In order to apply, students must be a West Virginia resident, dedicated to learning, and willing to accept academic challenges. Students must hold a B average in Math and Science, have no grades below a C in 7th or 8th grade, and have two teacher recommendations. Additional information about GSI and requirements can be found at https://govschools.wv.gov/GSI/Links to an external site.
Applications can be found at https://govschools.wv.gov/GSI/Pages/applicationsforms.aspxLinks to an external site. and are due to your School Counselor by March 14. Teacher recommendations should be requested well before March 14 to allow time for completion. If you have questions or need assistance printing your application, please see your Counselor prior to March 14.
Shoutout to five JCS students who advanced to the regional round of the West Virginia State Social Studies Fair! Hannah Hunter and Madison Tandski of Harpers Ferry Middle and Noelle Nicodemus, Jillian Dillow, and Joel Dillow of Shepherdstown Middle will represent Jefferson County Schools at the March 12 event at Mussleman High School. The state competition will take place on April 29 in Charleston. Congratulations!
Washington High School Counselors will be joining us on Thursday, February 24 to schedule those students who reside in the WHS district. Students should bring all scheduling materials home to review with their parents/guardians. We will announce the date for the WHS Scheduling Information Night when it is made available.
Spring Picture Day will take place on Wednesday, March 16. Picture Day ID: EVTQCHRZS
Reminder - Tuesday, February 15 is Scheduling Night/Parent-Teacher Conference. Rising 7th Graders will meet in the Gym and rising 8th Graders will meet in the Auditorium at 6:00 pm. Immediately afterward teachers will be available until 8:00 pm. There will also be an information both for Canvas support on the main floor.
This week (February 7-11) has been National School Counseling Week, a time to recognize and honor the crucial work performed by school guidance counselors. Shoutout to all JCS counselors for offering our students unconditional guidance, support, and stability all day, every day. We appreciate you!
Please join us on Tuesday, February 15 for Scheduling Night/Parent-Teacher Conference. Rising 7th Graders will meet in the Gym and rising 8th Graders will meet in the Auditorium at 6:00 pm. After completing your scheduling course request for next year you will have the opportunity to stop by and see your student's teachers until 8:00 pm.
Jan. 28, 2022: Due to inclement weather anticipated for this evening, ALL after school activities are cancelled for Jefferson County Schools.
UPDATE Jan. 20, 2022: After careful reevaluation by our operations team, weather conditions show that temperatures continue to fall alongside precipitation, creating unsafe road conditions during our travel times. Therefore, all Jefferson County Schools and offices will be CLOSED today. We want to thank our essential personnel as they continue working to ensure our schools will be ready to safely welcome students back on site.
UPDATE: After a careful reevaluation of road conditions and consultation with the WV Department of Highways, all Jefferson County Schools and offices will regrettably be closed today, Wednesday, January 19, 2022. Essential personnel, please report for continued ice removal. Thank you for your patience as we continue to prioritize the safety of students and staff.
All Jefferson County Schools and offices are CLOSED on Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022. After-school activities are canceled. Essential personnel, please report for snow removal.
Harpers Ferry Middle School is experiencing issues with the main phone line. Please dial 304-676-2362 if you need to reach the front office. Thank you.
There will be a Washington Patriots Football meeting for rising freshmen and their parents Thursday January 6 at 6 PM in the Washington High School cafeteria. Come meet the coaching staff and returning players.
The JCSWV mobile app. It's everything Jefferson County Schools straight to you phone! www.jcswv.org/page/communications
Scheduling night for rising JHS students has been canceled. More information will be shared as it is available.
Thank you to the entire Child Nutrition staff at Jefferson County Schools! Our cooks, cafeteria managers, and secretaries have continued to provide tasty, nutritious meals to students during unprecedented circumstances brought on by a global pandemic. Despite staffing shortages and supply chain issues, they served students more than 155,000 meals in October alone. They have not only continued to build good habits in our elementary school students with balanced meals for breakfast and lunch, but are also reducing food waste and helping middle and high school students make good choices by allowing them to make individual decisions on which menu items they choose, including the salad bar.
A reminder that Jefferson County Schools has returned to a regular schedule for Fridays. That means that today, Dec. 3, 2021, is a full day of school for all students. Thank you for supporting our staff!
https://jcswv.org/page/sustaining-excellence-update
YEARBOOK PICTURE COLLECTION PLEASE HELP
We are in need of your help to get the 2021-2022 yearbook complete. We are asking for you to share pictures of your students, their activities outside of school, friend gatherings, and anything that is school appropriate displaying what active and tremendous students we have at HFMS. You may upload the photos using the following eShare instructions. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions! mcarver@k12.wv.us
Parents, students and teachers have a few options for accessing eShare:
Go to www.hjeshare.com. Use school code hftigers
Use the direct link: http://www.hjeshare.com/eShare/?code=hftigers
Scheduling Night at Jefferson High School
JHS will present in our auditorium and cafeteria (as needed) to rising 9th grade student parents on Monday, December 13th from 6-8 for HFMS students who will attend JHS.