NOVEMBER 2, 2026
SCHOOL NEWS
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 IS A LATE START
This Wednesday, November 4 is a late start day (LATE START SCHEDULE). The building will open at 9:30 am after staff have finished their staff and team meetings.
JA SECONDARY’S OPEN HOUSE
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 to learn about the amazing opportunities JA Secondary offers students and see our school. We will open our doors and offer student-led tours on Wednesday, November 11th from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. No RSVP is necessary.
NEW PARENTSQUARE AUTOMATED ATTENDANCE SYSTEM
Jeffco schools and JA Secondary are now using the ParentSquare automated attendance notification system. If your student has an unexcused absence or tardy during any daily block, parents or guardians will receive an automatic notification. Notifications are sent via email, text, and voice call in each family’s preferred language. Since this is a new system, please notify the main office if you experience any issues.
SENIOR PORTRAITS FOR THE YEARBOOK
The yearbook staff has extended the deadline for senior portrait submission to Tuesday, November 17. If we don't receive a photo by this date, we will have to use the senior's ID photo. Click here to upload senior portraits. If you have any questions, please contact the high school yearbook staff at hsyearbook@jajags.com
Your Senior portrait will also be used for your yard sign.
If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Leoni at aleoni@jajags.com
SENIOR AND 8th GRADE RECOGNITION ADS
The early-bird deadline for senior and 8th grade yearbook recognition ads has now passed and the final deadline is Tuesday, November 17. For pricing and submission instructions, visit: www.theyearbookcompany.com
YEARBOOKS FOR SALE
Fall into the memories and buy your yearbook today!
TIS THE SEASON FOR WEATHER
As temperatures start to change, the potential for bad weather increases too. 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.
DC/NY 2028
The DC/NY 2028 trip for current 7th grade students is full. If you’re still interested in the trip, you can still sign up via the website EF EXPLORE AMERICA; however you will be added to a waitlist.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
BREATH-ON FOUNDATION
Breathe-On Foundation is a youth-led initiative focused on obstructive sleep apnea awareness, accessible sleep-health education, and community outreach, particularly for children and underserved families. Students can contribute through educational writing, graphic design, communications, translation, fundraising, and school-approved awareness activities.
The Youth Advisory Board application highlights leadership and research internship opportunities for interested high school students, including outreach, communications, social media, fundraising, marketing, secretary, treasurer, and vice president roles. Students can visit the website to access the application.
CANVAS TIPS
Here are some strategies for both students and parents to successfully use Canvas.
TEACHER OFFICE HOURS
October tends to be a student slump. If you are interested in your student attending extra help time with teachers, please refer to the Teacher Office Hours, also located on the secondary.jajags.com website under Resources.
ATHLETICS
CLIMBING CLUB/TEAM
Climbing practices will begin November 2 at The Spot in Louisville. Please contact coaches with questions if you cannot attend. gbilinski@jajags.com or rmellott@jajags.com
CONCESSION STAND SIGN-UPS WANTED
We are looking for volunteers to run the Outdoor Concession Stand for boys soccer. The shifts will be shorter than normal and we'll make arrangements for "on the job" training. Sign up here: Concession Volunteer Sign Up
JH GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS
All 7th and 8th grade girls are invited to try out for the JA 3rd quarter basketball team. Mandatory Form
Mandatory Tryout Details:
WHEN: Thursday, November 5th and Friday November 6th; 3:45-5:00pm
WHERE: JA Auxiliary Gym
BOOSTERS
BOOSTERS MEETING - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH
Our next Boosters meeting is coming up and we’d love to see you there. No experience required, just a willingness to be part of something great! Please join us on Monday, November 9th. 6:00 PM in the JA Secondary Library. We will be discussing After Prom Planning, reviewing our budget, and more!
Want to know all the ways Boosters support JA Secondary? Check out the Boosters Newsletter! BOOSTERS NEWSLETTER
Not a Boosters member? It’s not too late to join by paying your dues here: BOOSTERS MEMBERSHIP DUES