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A Prescription of Kindness

A Prescription of Kindness

Gladys Carrillo, Staff Writer October 6, 2025

An act of kindness can change someone's life without you even knowing. There can be times when you feel there’s no hope, especially if you’ve been spending most of your time lying in bed at home. The...

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Starbucks Closes Beloved Jefferson Spot

Casimir Arntz, Staff Writer October 6, 2025

Starbucks, the renowned coffee and breakfast chain, has revealed hundreds of their locations across the United States are closing for good. Many buildings throughout our nation have decided to shut down...

Get a Sweet Side of Success With the Help You Need

Get a Sweet Side of Success With the Help You Need

Raniya Ali, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

I bet you've never thought to include candy and homework in the same sentence. Well, that's what M&M Study is here for. It is a great way to get your assignments done while also getting help from peer...

From Classroom to Career

From Classroom to Career

Emily Quezada, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

Garrett Willaredt is a dedicated student in Jefferson High School whose ambition shines through his academic path. He takes advantage of the classes that are offered at Jefferson and is currently enrolled...

More than Books

More than Books

Madison James, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

Did you know the Library isn’t only for checking out books? You can do so much more, like renting a calculator for a test or printing out pictures for an assignment. You can also use the Library to host...

The candidates for Homecoming King are Eddie Mulbah, Eddie Whiting, Sameer Hamed, Daevion Simonsen, and Brooks Heiser. Competing for the crown of Homecoming Queen are Addison Warnke, Abby Horner, Emma Pearce, Nora Weaver, and Sky Kane.

Meet the Royals

August 28, 2025

Jefferson High School is proud to announce the members of its 2025 Homecoming Court. These students, chosen by their peers, will represent Cavalier spirit and tradition as the school prepares for one of...

Renaissance Committee Celebrates Staff and Students

Renaissance Committee Celebrates Staff and Students

Sky Kane May 5, 2025

American Writer Jim Stoval once said, "You need to be aware of what others are doing, applaud their efforts, acknowledge their successes, and encourage them in their pursuits. When we all help one another,...

Jefferson Students Celebrate Choose to Include Week

Jefferson Students Celebrate Choose to Include Week

Rylee Johnson April 11, 2025

Choose to Include Week 2025 happened March 21 through 28. We kicked off with National Down Syndrome Awareness Day; everyone wore their best crazy socks! The following Monday was pajama day, and we cozied...

City Requests Student Input on Park System

City Requests Student Input on Park System

April 3, 2025

Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation has launched a public engagement survey for its 2030 Park System Master Plan update. This plan will guide the development of parks, trails, facilities, programs, events,...

Esports' Inaugural Year Scores Success

Esports’ Inaugural Year Scores Success

Chera Negese March 4, 2025

With over three billion gamers globally and nearly five million video games, esports is no longer a hobby—it's a global phenomenon. Esports has transformed into a professional sport where serious gamers...

The Quiz Bowl team placed second in their recent competition.

Jefferson Students Compete at Quiz Bowls

Greta Hult January 28, 2025

The list of activities at our own Jefferson High School is immense, and indeed, growing by the day. One highlight of a recent event was the JHS Quiz Bowl team taking home the silver at the Harrisburg competition...

English Learners Prepare for Annual Proficiency Exam

English Learners Prepare for Annual Proficiency Exam

Naomy Ochoa Aguilar January 24, 2025

Have you heard students talking in the hallway about the WIDA? I bet you're wondering what that is. WIDA testing is an annual proficiency exam given to Jefferson's English Learners every winter. It provides...

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