Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The art of teaching is one that is arguably the most important in the world. When we are very young, we rely on our parents or guardians…
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From the superintendent’s desk
Dear Friends, As an educator, it has always been my mission to include all children – regardless of ability level, family background or socio-economic status – in the learning process. My path…
A masquerade with daddy
Patricia Smith ECB Publishing, Inc. What a precious sight – little girls standing atop their daddy’s feet to dance. On Saturday, Feb. 4, Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) held their traditional Father-Daughter Dance….
Jessica McGale
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The art of teaching is one that is arguably the most important in the world. When we are very young, we rely on our parents or guardians…
Retired educators continue gift of literacy
Mary Madison Contributor Education is arguably the most significant aspect for a successful, productive life in the universe. Having equal probability we can allege that reading is the heart of EVERY-thing we…
Teacher Spotlight: Tonya Roberts
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The art of teaching is one that is arguably the most important in the world. When we are very young, we rely on our parents or guardians…
From the superintendent’s desk
Dear Friends, I would bet I need not tell you that it feels as if 2023 is moving at rapid speed. We are a month into the new semester and some things…
TEACHER SPOTLIGHT – NICOLE RODDENBERRY
Heather Ainsley ECB Publishing, Inc. The art of teaching is one that is arguably the most important in the world. When we are very young, we rely on our parents or guardians…
JCS holds first middle school science fair
Submitted by Jefferson County K-12 Jefferson County K-12 (JCS) held an inaugural Middle School Science Fair on Dec. 14, 2022. Science fairs ask students to design and perform their own experiments and…
Historical essay contest sponsored by Keystone Federated Republican Women Deadline to submit is February
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. All middle and high school students who are schooled in Jefferson County are eligible to enter an essay contest sponsored by the Keystone Federated Republican Women (KFRW)….
From the superintendent’s desk
Dear Friends, We are halfway through our first year of regained local control of Jefferson County Schools. Has it been challenging? Yes. Do I continue to learn each day? Of course. Have…
Jefferson K-12 announces 2nd Quarter Honor Roll
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;…
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…