September 7, 2026
SCHOOL NEWS
CLASS OF 2027 PARENTS AND STUDENTS - SAVE THE DATE!
Seniors and parents of seniors, we will hold our first meeting regarding graduation this Wednesday, September 9th at 6:00pm in the Auditorium. This is a mandatory meeting and one parent is expected to attend with their senior. Jostens will be at the meeting to share information regarding graduation regalia and announcements. Don’t miss this important informational meeting regarding graduation!
PICTURE RETAKE DAY IS COMING
Students who missed picture day or would like retakes, Lifetouch Photographers will be at school on September 17th for retakes. Students will be called down from the classes during the morning for their photos. Families who would like to purchase packages prior to retake day can visit Lifetouch.com and use the code EVTXKDJ9J
STUDENT ASSESSMENT REPORTS
2025-26 Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) Will be coming home with your child during the week of September 7th. If you have any questions once you receive those please reach out to Mrs. Porreco (mporreco@jajags.com).
JA BOOSTERS — First Meeting September 14th!
JA Boosters is kicking off the new school year and we'd love to see you at our first meeting! Join us on Monday, September 14th from 6:00–7:00 PM in the JA Secondary Library. Boosters supports JA athletics, clubs, teacher appreciation, After Prom, scholarships, and more, and it all happens because of families like yours. We have volunteer opportunities available and would love to find the right fit for you. All parents and guardians are welcome! Questions? Email boosters@jajags.com or visit our Boosters page.
FRESH LOOK - NEW GEAR
JAJagSwag.com Getting ready for the new school year just got easier - and a whole lot more stylish! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our all-new JA Jag Swag online store, packed with brand-new apparel, customized fan gear, and everyday accessories to help you show off your Black & Gold.
Whether you're gearing up for game day or showing off your Jaguar pride, you can now shop 24/7 and have your gear delivered straight to your door. Best of all? 20% of every purchase goes directly back to your favorite team, club, or the JA Secondary Boosters! Head over to JA Jag Swag and support our school with every order!
STUDENT FEES
Please check your student’s account for any course fees. Even if you have already paid them, please double check in case there were any schedule changes or athletic participation fees. If you cannot find them on Infinite Campus, here is the Fee Paying Guide to help. Yearbooks, parking passes, and PE t-shirts are optional fees and you only need to pay for them if you want those items.
PARKING PASSES
Parking passes can be picked up at the main office. Students can get their pass if they have turned in a completed parking form and made the payment. All passes need to be displayed clearly on the lower right corner of the rear window.
CAREER DAY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
This year’s Career Day is on Wednesday, November 18th, from 8:00am - 11:00am. We are starting to plan the morning out and would love to have community members and alumni be a part of this year’s event. If you’re interested in presenting to our students, please reach out to Mr. Cloonan for more information!
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
JA 7th-9th grade PARENT WORKSHOP
Wednesday, Sept. 16th @ 6:30pm, JA Auditorium
The Parent Dance: Understanding the Developing Brain and Building Executive Function.
The middle and high school years bring increasing academic demands, growing independence, and new challenges for both students and the adults supporting them. This workshop offers a new lens for understanding the developing adolescent, along with a practical framework for balancing support and independence. Together, we’ll explore the Parent Dance—when to step in, when to step back, and how to turn everyday academic challenges into opportunities for teens to strengthen organization, time management, goal-setting, self-advocacy, problem-solving, and resilience.
Most importantly, the workshop provides a framework for partnering with your teen and the school to create the structure, support, and accountability they need today while gradually building the independence they’ll need tomorrow.
Our speaker, Roxanne Turner has 30 years of experience in coaching, training, and facilitating personal and professional development. A Board and Professional Certified Coach (BCC & PCC) with deep expertise in executive function, neurodiversity, and the science behind why bright kids struggle. Roxanne is known for translating complex brain science into practical, immediately usable strategies that work in real life. She brings a unique, delightful mix of humor and structure to everything she does, drawing on a background that spans the corporate world, the equestrian arena, and over a decade of specialized coaching practice.
JEFFCO PERFORMING ARTS COLLEGE NIGHT
This event is for all students and families that are interested in music, theatre, or dance in college. Tuesday, September 22 at 6:00 pm in the Jeffco Ed Center Board Room.
REGIONAL OFFICERS OF ADMISSIONS OF THE ROCKIES (ROAR)
ROAR is hosting several college fairs in Colorado next week. There will be schools from all over the country in attendance. See the attached flyer for the location, days, and how to register.
ATHLETICS
NEW ATHLETIC PODCAST:
Jefferson Academy Athletics is excited to introduce "Within the Game: Building People Through Athletics", our new monthly podcast. Our inaugural episode features Principal Jeff Pierson in a two-part conversation. Part One explores Why Athletics Matters, while Part Two focuses on Game-Day Safety and Jeff’s experience in school safety and security. "Within the Game" goes beyond the scoreboard to highlight the people, stories, and lessons that make athletics such an important part of the student experience. Listen to our inaugural episode and join us each month for a new conversation.
First Episode- Part I: Within the Game Episode 1 Part 1 Passcode: sR*KVC%6
First Episode- Part II: Within the Game Episode 1 part 2 Passcode: .N*#Wr8n
ATHLETIC HALLWAY PROJECT:
We’re excited to continue updating our athletic hallway to create a space that highlights and celebrates our Jefferson Academy student-athletes. The new TVs are now up and are an important part of this project. We’ll continue adding to the hallway throughout the year to showcase our teams, student-athletes, accomplishments, and the moments that make Jaguar Athletics special.
ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION FEES:
We have extended the deadline for Junior High athletic fees to September 11th. If athletic fees are not paid by the end of the day on September 3(HS) or September 11th(JH), the student-athlete will not be eligible to participate in athletic contests. Student-athletes may continue to attend practices but will not be permitted to compete in contests until their fees are paid.If your family needs a payment plan or additional time to pay the fees, please contact Mr. Quaratino to discuss payment options.dquaratino@jajags.com
CONCESSION STAND SIGN-UPS WANTED
Support our school and your student's club, team or school activity at the same time by volunteering to run the JA Boosters Concession Stand at an upcoming game! We have the Fall Sports Season schedule open for you and your crew to sign up now! All groups running the concession stand receive 50% of the concession sales for their club, team or activity! https://concession-stand-volunteers-2026-27-school-year.cheddarup.com
ATHLETIC EVENTS ARE FREE FOR OUR STUDENTS
New this year, students will not need to purchase a ticket to regular season home games. Students must have their school ID with them in order to gain free entrance. If school ID cannot be presented at time of entrance, a student ticket must be purchased.
VOLUNTEERS FOR GAMES
We are looking for volunteers to help support our athletic events throughout the season. These are simple and easy opportunities that make a big difference in helping our events run smoothly.
Some of the opportunities we have available include:
Ball Runners- for varsity soccer games
Admissions Table- for JV and varsity games — all admission is paid online, so there is no handling of cash. You will simply check spectators' phones to verify their admission.
Scoreboard Operators- for all levels — soccer and volleyball scoreboards are very easy to learn and operate.
If you are interested in volunteering at our athletic events, please email our Athletic Director, Dan Quaratino at dquaratino@jajags.com or Shayna Chichirico, our Athletics Admin Assistant and Facilities Scheduler at schichirico@jajags.com You do not need to be an expert or have previous experience. We will provide you with what you need to know.