SCHOOL NEWS
STUDENT FEES - Now that the add/drop period has ended for the second quarter, student fee statements will be sent out. Just some reminders about student fees:
Parking passes are only required if your student intends to park on campus. If they are not driving, yet, or are not driving to school, then you do not need to buy a pass. Also, the price does drop at the beginning of the second semester. So, you can wait if they do not get their license until then.
Any fee beginning with OPT is optional and only needs to be paid if you want that item.
The Tech fee is not for a class but goes to support our school-wide licenses, security, and infrastructure.
Not everything needs to be paid at once. You can select which fees you want to pay at that time.
Thank you for your support of our programs with the student fees. They help us provide the best experiences for your student(s). Payments can be made online through Infinite Campus or at the front office. If you have any questions about your fees, please contact Craig Melville (cmelville@jajags.com).
OPEN HOUSE ON NOVEMBER 11TH - Do you have family or friends who are interested in having their student attend JA Secondary? Our annual Prospective Family Open House is a great time for families who want to learn about all the amazing opportunities that JA Secondary has to offer students and see our school. We will open our doors and offer student-led tours on Tuesday, November 11th from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.
INCLEMENT WEATHER REMINDER- As temperatures start to change, the potential for bad weather increases. Jefferson Academy follows Jeffco Public schools decisions on school closures and 2-Hour delays due to inclement weather. If Jeffco closes schools or issues a 2-Hour delay, then JA will follow. We will communicate closures and delays via email and text messages, phone calls, social media and our websites.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
FUTURE TEACHER CONFERENCE - This free conference is designed to help aspiring teachers learn more about the field, connect with peers, and gather insights from Colorado’s leader in teacher education. Click the LINK to register. February 6, 2026 @ University of Northern Colorado
TWO-PART PARENT ACADEMY (for parents only) - A Jeffco partnership with the Arvada Police Department. As students navigate the complex challenges of adolescence, this academy will provide you with the tools to prevent, identify and respond to issues related to mental health, substance abuse, relationships and online behavior.
Arvada West HS, 5:30-9pm
November 11th
Current Drugs of Abuse (focus on THC)
Dating & Sexual Violence Prevention
November 12th
Social Media
Online Safety
Mental Health
Self-Harm Awareness
Suicide Prevention
Learn more and RSVP (registration is required)
UPCOMING COLLEGE VISITS
Coming to JA:
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), Savannah, GA - Monday, November 3 @ 1:50pm
Pima Medical Institute – Open House (for HS Seniors)
When: November 5th & 6th, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Colorado Spring Campus at 5725 Mark Dabling Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Where: Aurora Campus at 13750 E Mississippi Ave, Aurora, CO 80012
Where: Denver Campus at 7475 Dakin St #100, Denver, CO 80221
During the event, students can: Tour our campus and labs; Meet instructors and current students; Learn about financial aid options and scholarship opportunities; Ask questions and get personalized guidance
STUDENT ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
OUR JUVENILE JUSTICE SYMPOSIUM IS POSTPONED. Our Juvenile Justice Symposium on November 4, 2025 has been postponed. Please watch the newsletter for a new date to be announced.
ATHLETICS
HIGH SCHOOL BOYS AND GIRLS BASKETBALL REGISTRATION
Registration for high school basketball season will open on TODAY at noon. All athletes that are planning to participate in high school basketball will need to register. You will also need a current sports physical to complete the registration process. This physical must be completed on the approved CHSAA form. You can find more information on our registration page here. Registration will close on November 17th at noon. Players will miss tryouts on the 17th if registrations are not submitted on time and a late fee may be assessed.
JH GIRLS BASKETBALL - IMPORTANT UPDATE!!!! DATE CHANGE!!! JH Girls Basketball tryouts will be on Thursday, November 13th and Friday, November 14th from 3:45pm to 5pm. We are asking you to attend at least one of these dates. You must fill out this form if you are planning on attending tryouts. If you are injured or cannot make tryouts for any reason, you must contact Coach Porreco or the Athletic Department BEFORE tryouts!
VOLUNTEER/SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!! - We are still looking for volunteers to assist our school nurse and clinic aide with hearing and vision screening on November 12th. If you are interested and have time, please reach out to our clinic aide, Ms. Murray, amurray@jajags.com
MOUNTAINVIEW FOOD PANTRY AND FOOD DRIVE: We’re excited to partner with Mountainview Church (site of our recently purchased building at the Elementary campus) to offer a monthly Food Pantry, open to all JA and Summit families that may be facing hardship — no ID or zip code required. First Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. (The next pantry is this Saturday, November 1.)
To help keep the pantry stocked, our Community Food Drive runs November 3rd –December 19th. Drop off shelf-stable items at your convenience in the JA Elementary or JA Secondary front office, or donate online to Community Cares. Grocery gift cards (marked “Community Cares”) can also be left at any front desk to support families in need. Families needing delivery or pickup support may contact Tiffany Flores directly.
NEEDS REQUEST NOW OPEN - HOLIDAY CARD PACKAGE PROGRAM
If your family is experiencing hardship, please complete the Needs Request Form by Friday, November 14.
All personal information is confidential and reviewed only by Tiffany Flores (Community Engagement Specialist) for coordination purposes. Tiffany will follow up directly once your form has been reviewed. Questions? Contact Tiffany Flores (tflores@jajags.com) for assistance.
Are you interested in donating to JA Families in need? The list of needed donations will be shared on November 17, 2025 with collections running through December , 2025. Stay tuned for more details on how to help out the JA Community.