Kindergarten All A’s: Adams, A’keil; Agner, Kaylee; Alexander, Ron’trez; Arnold, Mason; Barahona Cruz, Ashley; Barron Nogal, Alan; Becker, Drew; Bello Urbina, Engie; Brockman, Jermaine; Burse, Mikhyri; Chapman, Cambria; Coleman, Kane; Crawford, Connor;…
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JCHAI Robotics Team qualifies for quarterfinals
Tammy Brookins Jefferson County Homeschool Assoc., Inc. Congratulations, Quantum Coders! Thanks to an amazing coach and lots of hard work, this group of local homeschoolers had an outstanding performance on Saturday, Dec….
JCS names teachers, employee of the year
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The faculty and staff of Jefferson County K-12 (JCS) honored three of their fellow educational team members earlier this month. Carrie Wahlquist was named the Elementary Teacher…
Musical mentors for Homeschool music students
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. For some musicians, music just clicks. For others, any skill or talent related to their musical endeavors comes with practice. Lots and lots of practice. For most…
Fields of Faith event highlights student testimony
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) held a Fields of Faith event on Wednesday evening, Nov. 30, at Aucilla Christian Academy. Fields of Faith is an outreach…
Veterans honored at JCS
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Emerging Leaders class at Jefferson County K-12 (JCS) organized and presented a special program in the school gym to honor military Veterans. The assembly, originally planned…
ACA Honor Roll 1st Nine Weeks
K3 – Mrs. Green Tucker Anderson, Nate Baker, Hazel Louise Baxley, Leilah Davis, Thomas Demott, Jesse Grantham, Jackson Greene, Benson Hanway, Tyler Langley, Talon Montgomery, Sarah Grace Richardson, Ande Grayce Shupard, Sawyer…
From the superintendent’s desk
Dear Friends, This first semester after regaining local control of our school district has brought joys, lessons and a view of a bright horizon. Student enrollment is up nearly 30%. Our Community…
“Age of Learning” at JCS
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Wriggling excitedly, a group of second graders enters the library at Jefferson County K-12 (JCS) on a Wednesday after lunch. They settle into assigned seats at kid-sized…
Kiwanis projects support third grade readers
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The pizza on the menu at the Monticello Kiwanis lunch meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 9, appealed not only to the members in attendance but also to their…
Jefferson County High School Class of 1987 celebrated their 35th Class Reunion
The Jefferson County High School Class of 1987 celebrated their 35th Class Reunion Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Backwoods Crossing Restaurant. Over a tasty dinner, Class members caught up on the years…
From the superintendent’s desk
Dear friends, Since day one, I have been committed to providing the best education for Jefferson County students. Education in public schools now includes not just strict academic pursuits but also career…
Emerging Leaders class tackles real-world projects
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. In the Emerging Leaders class at Jefferson County K-12 (JCS), the students undertake projects that meet existing needs in their school and wider community. Students are put…
JCS cheer squad keeps spirits high
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Jefferson County K-12 (JCS) is excited to be building its varsity cheerleading squad during the 2022-23 football and basketball seasons. Head Cheer Coach Shelbi McCall says the…
A.C.A. holds its Annual Fall Festival
Patricia Smith ECB Publishiing, Inc. Laughing and smiling school children were everywhere at this year’s Aucilla Christian Academy Annual Fall Festival! Waffle Ball Toss, miniature golf, a basketball toss, train rides, ice…
From the superintendent’s desk: Safety First
Dear Friends, We should all feel blessed that Hurricane Ian did not knock on our doors last week. Like you, our school district family sends up prayers and good wishes for all…
From the superintendent’s desk
Welcome back! Dear friends, There is so much to be excited about in September! The new school year has started under the control of Jefferson County Schools! After five long years, our…
NFC applauds summer grads
Submitted by North Florida College North Florida College awarded 112 students with degrees or certificates at the conclusion of its 2022 Summer Term, including two Jefferson County residents. Victoria Brock of Monticello…
Campers pilot drones at STEM camp
Submitted by Allison Finley North Florida College Six Jefferson County youth were among 32 middle schoolers from eight North Florida counties who became enthusiastic drone pilots during North Florida College’s STEM (Science,…
JCES supports teachers with $550 VyStar grant
Submitted by Angela Gray Jefferson County Educational Foundation Jefferson County Educational Foundation (JCEF), a local 501c (3) that supports the local school district, announced it has received a grant for $500 from…