Parent Newsletter
November 1st, 2026
November brings plenty to be thankful for, and we are especially excited to share that Jackson High School has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best High Schools in the nation! JHS ranks among the top 30% of more than 27,000 high schools nationwide. This recognition considers factors including student performance on state assessments, college readiness, and graduation rates.
This accomplishment reflects the hard work of our students, the dedication of our faculty and staff, and the support of our families and community. Our staff pours time, energy, and heart into giving students the best education possible, and we are thrilled to celebrate their efforts. Thank you for being part of what makes JHS such a special place!
Cheekwood will be here Wednesday, November 11 from 11:15-2:45 PM to do picture retakes for any student that needs them. Cheekwood will send proofs via email and you can place your order online
Jackson High School is collecting family appropriate board games and card games to donate to the Jackson R-2 Hope 4 Christmas event that benefits children and families in the Jackson R-2 School District. If you would like to donate a game, please send it to the main office before November 20! If you are interested in adopting a family or would like more information on this event, please contact our school Social Worker, Donna Bullard, 243-9520
The Silver Arrow Dance will be held Saturday, December 5 from 7-10 PM in the HS Event Center. The cost is $15 per student. This is a formal dance. Males are encouraged to wear a suit, tux or dress pants with a dress shirt and tie. Females are encouraged to wear full length formal dresses, but please refrain from white dresses, as that is reserved for students who are on Silver Arrow Court. Students are not allowed to wear hats or jeans.
All students who invite an out-of-school guest must fill out a permission form and turn it in completed to the main office by Wednesday, December 3 at 3:00 PM. Forms are available outside of the main office beginning Monday, November 10th.
Tickets will be on sale on Monday, November 10th- Friday, December 5th.
Tickets are $15.00 each and will be sold through myschooldance.com
Students must be in good standing to attend dances. Students failing two or more classes or below 90% attendance will be placed on Admin Probation and will not be allowed to attend school dances or events. Students that have been suspended out of school for discipline reasons may not be allowed to attend school sponsored dances and events.
The picture is for reference on attire.
JHS will host Jackson Chamber of Commerce Businesses on Wednesday, November 18 for Senior and Junior students to learn more about local businesses and connect with business leaders. Students will hear a short presentation to get tips on how to best present themselves to employers (firm handshakes, eye contact, good questioning techniques, and more). Students will get to practice these skills by talking to business leaders! Last year, this was a huge success and some even walked away with job opportunities.
Have you ordered your graduation cap and gown? It's not too late! The order window is still open. A cap, gown, and tassel unit is $35.50 plus tax. Additional items and packages are available. Some packages have payment options. Place all orders at www.jostens.com. Order soon before the next price increase. If you have questions for Jostens, you can reach them at 573-546-7366.