Community Connection
March 28, 2025
It is an exciting and busy week ahead at Jayhawk-Linn.
JLHS Presents Maid to Order
Join us on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. as JLHS students take the stage for their performance of Maid to Order. Our students have put in tremendous effort, and we encourage you to come out and support their hard work.
State Assessments
Students in 7th, 8th, and 10th grades will be taking the math state assessments this week. Please help ensure they are well-rested and ready to do their best.
FFA in Full Swing
Our FFA students have a busy week ahead with several activities, including the District Banquet.
Spring Sports on the Road
Our baseball, softball, and track teams will be competing away this week. Good luck to all our athletes.
TRL Art Fair
Jayhawk-Linn students will be showcasing their creativity at the TRL Art Fair in Oswego. We are proud of their talents and look forward to seeing their work on display.
JLHS Blood Drive
We will be hosting the JLHS Blood Drive this week. Please consider donating—your support can help save lives. More details can be found below.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We appreciate our Jayhawk-Linn community.
Final Performance - Saturday, March 29
Updated Prom Information
Jayhawk-Linn High School Blood Drive
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
8:30 am – 2:30 pm
JLHS Gym
Donors receive a $15 Amazon.com Gift Card by email PLUS a chance to win a $5,000 prize! There will be three lucky winners. Terms apply: rcblood.org/hope
CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE to make an appointment to donate blood or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Photo ID or Red Cross Donor Card required.
Don’t forget to save time by using RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history online before you come to your appointment. More info: redcrossblood.org/RapidPass
Susan E. Faler, A+
Susan Faler, Blood Transfusion Recipient
American Red Cross Account Manager
Blood Services Region/Central Plains
1356 Road J., Emporia, KS 66801
316-641-0841
Facebook | facebook.com/RedCrossBlood
Twitter | redcrossblood.org/twitter-map
State Assessment Information
Dear Jayhawk-Linn Families,
We completed Science state assessments this week and will have Math state assessments on Monday and Tuesday. We want to emphasize the importance of these tests in measuring student growth and guiding our instructional practices. Your support in helping students do their best is greatly appreciated.
To ensure students are prepared and ready to succeed, we encourage the following:
✅ Be at school – Attendance is crucial. Please make every effort to have your child present on testing days.
✅ Get plenty of rest – A good night’s sleep helps with focus and performance.
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast – A nutritious start to the day fuels the brain for success.
✅ Encourage a positive mindset – Remind your child to do their best and stay confident.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting student success. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
Upcoming Senior Dates
Balloon Ceremony - May 1 @ 10:00 a.m.
Senior Trip - May 2 -4
Senior Walk at JES - May 2 - 8:30 a.m.
Graduation Practice - May 2 - Immediately following JES Senior Walk
Last Day for Seniors - May 5
Baccalaureate - May 7 @ 6:00 p.m.
Senior Awards - May 7 - Immediately following Baccalaureate
8th Grade Promotion
May 12 @ 6:00 p.m.
May 12 - Last day for 8th grade
All Jayhawk
All Jayhawk applications may be picked up in the office. Requirements as printed in the course guide.
3.5 GPA each semester
6 absences (42 classroom absences) or less all year
No ISS or OSS
No more than one office referral
Involved in two or more Jayhawk Activities/Organizations
4 tardies or less (all year)
REALITY U - APRIL 24, 2025
We are excited to announce that Reality U is just around the corner, and we are looking for volunteers to make this event a success. Reality U is a financial literacy program for middle and high school students that helps them understand the challenges of adulthood. The program uses a 75-minute simulation to teach students how their current choices can impact their future.If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information, please contact Stephanie Nichols at snichols@usd346.org or 913-795-2247.
Counselor Corner
Weekly Counseling Updates
Weekly Updates:
Link to Weekly Emails to Parents
Click here for helpful links for seniors
Career Fair in Fort Scott – April 2
JLHS will provide transportation for students attending the Career Fair in Fort Scott on April 2. We will depart from JLHS at approximately 9:30 AM and return by 11:30 AM.
Students interested in attending should email me or stop by my office to sign up.
List of Scholarships everyone should apply for:
Miller Scholarship $1,000 per year renewable up to 4 years
Jayhawk-Linn Booster Club
Mound City Alumni (must have attended JL elementary to be eligible)
FAFSA
Scholarship Page
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SCuLMVecwN20-jRfChhlUUgXKLTDMFQbLOxpqC8j2-A/edit?usp=sharing
ACT
Thank you,
Brett Kramer
Jayhawk-Linn 7-12 Counselor
Head Wrestling Coach
Upcoming Dates
March 28 - FFA - FSCC Aggie Days
March 28 - HS Baseball/Softball Home vs Osawatomie
March 29 - JLHS Play
March 31- HS Baseball/Softball Home vs Central Heights
April 1 - HS Track @ Uniontown
April 2 - JLHS Blood Drive
April 2 - FFA District Banquet
April 2 - FFA Envirothon
April 2 - TRL Art Fair - Oswego
April 3 - FFA - ACCC Aggie Days
April 3 - HS Track @ Lyndon Spring Relays
April 3 - HS Baseball/Softball @ Uniontown
April 4- PSU Gorilla Relays
April 4 - Spring Pictures JH/HS
April 5 - Jayhawk-Linn Prom
April 7 - JH Track @ Pleasanton
April 8 - Juniors take ACT
April 9 - FFA - Envirothon
April 9 - FFA - Topeka Horse Judging Invitational
April 9 - Jayhawk-Linn Wrestling Banquet
April 10 - HS JV Golf @ Uniontown
April 10 - FFA Plant Sale - After School
April 11 - FFA Miami County Aggie Days
April 12 - FFA Plant Sale - Times to be Determined
April 14 - JH Golf @ Pittsburg (Four Oaks)
April 14 - HS Baseball/Softball @ SE Cherokee
April 15 - HS Track @ Plesanton
April 16 - FFA Food Science
April 16 - FFA Livestock Judging
April 16 - FFA Nursery & Landscape
April 16 - JH Gold @ Coffeyville
April 16 - JLHS - NHS Induction
April 17 - JH Track Home Invitational
April 17 - HS Baseball/Softball Home vs Crest
April 18 - No School - Good Friday
April 21 - No School
April 21 - HS V Golf @ Fort Scott (Woodland Hills)
April 22 - HS Track @ Gen Farrow (Iola)
April 22 - JH Track @ Yates Center
April 23 - JH Gold @ Anderson County
April 24 - Reality U
April 24 - JH Gold @ Caney
April 24 - JH Track @ NE Arma
April 24 - HS Baseball/Softball @ Yates Center
April 25 - FFA - Tongie Chieftain Challenge
April 28 - HS Track Jayhawk-Linn Invitational Track Meet
April 28 - HS Baseball @ Pleasanton
April 29 - May 1 - FFA Land Judging
April 29 - JH Track @ Uniontown
April 30 - FFA - State Envirothon
May 1 - Post Secondary Sr. Assembly
May 1 - JH Golf @ Chanute
May 1 - HS Track @ Prairie View Invitational
May 2 - Senior Graduation Practice/JES Walk Through
May 2 - HS Baseball/Softball @ Burlington
May 2 - 4 - Sr. Trip
May 4 - 6 - FFA State CDE's
May 5 - JH Track TRL League Meet @ Uniontown
May 6 - JH Golf @ Columbus
May 6 - HS Track @ Northeast Arma
May 6 - HS Golf @ Girard
May 7 - 8th Grade - Topeka Capitol Trip
May 7 - JES 6th Grade Transition
May 7 - Baccalaureate/Senior Awards
May 8 - All Jayhawk
May 8 - HS V Golf @ Uniontown (Woodland Hills)
May 9 - HS Track @ Red Bud Relays (Wellsville)
May 10 - JLHS High School Graduation @ 10:00 a.m.
May 12 - HS Softball vs. Anderson County
May 12 - 8th Grade Promotion @ 6:00 p.m.
May 13 - 9th -11th Grades Awards Assembly
May 13 - FFA Banquet
May 15 - Last Day of School
May 15 - HS Track TRL League Meet @ Home