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8th Graders Paint "The Wall"
8th Graders Paint "The Wall"
JJHS Giants vs. Caldwell Spartans
JJHS Giants vs. Caldwell Spartans
MVP of the Game: Caleb Spence
MVP of the Game: Caleb Spence
This week, we had our Jamboree against Caldwell. Each grade played half of a game, and the Giants won both of them!
In the 7th-grade game, the score was 6–0, with the touchdown scored by Jameson Willis.
In the 8th-grade game, our defense was on the field for most of the half because every time we were on offense, we scored. We never turned the ball over on downs! The final score was 21–0. Touchdowns were scored by Caden Taylor, Darren Brown, and Caleb Spence, who had a 60-yard receiving touchdown. Chase Jones also had a fumble recovery.
That is the full recap of the Jamboree. GO GIANTS!
-Jax Farmer
BOY iReady Rewards 8/14/2026
BOY iReady Rewards 8/14/2026
A time was had during last Friday's BOY reward time in the gym. Students who met or beat their goals on iReady were invited to enjoy ice cream and a dance party in the gym during an extended canteen time. Some teachers even joined in on the fun! Students were excited to hear their favorite line dance songs, enjoy an ice cream sandwich, and hang out with their friends.
Back in Black (and Gold),
Back in Black (and Gold),
The Jena Jr. Times
The Jena Jr. Times
The school year is back in full swing with lots of new students, new teachers, and a brand new Jena Jr. Times team. We are so excited to bring this beloved feature back to the students and faculty of JJHS. I have some very eager students helping me, who are excited to hit the ground running with fresh ideas and PLENTY of interviews. If you have anything you would like to see or pictures you would like to share, please email them to me at cvinson@lasallepsb.com. Let's have a great year!
Jena Jr. Times Team: Back row: Brantley Sanders, TJ Francis, Nate Mitchell, Cooper Sanders. Front row: Jaxson Farmer, Landen Chapman, Mason Evans, Addison Mitchell. Not pictured: Jonah Jones, Dax Edwards
Sponsor: Mrs. Caitlin Vinson
It's Good to Be Back
It's Good to Be Back
The JJHS newspaper is finally back after a year. We are so excited to be back and documenting all of the newest news on campus. We will have a weekly student and teacher feature. Each student feature will be asked questions about how they like their transition from the last grade and how their class feels to them. We are changing to a weekly format so we will have weekly updates on the page instead of monthly. Recaps of all sports games will be featuring football, basketball, softball, baseball, cross country, and archery. We will also have a bible verse of the week for some inspiration for the students. --Jax Farmer
New Kids in the Square
New Kids in the Square
Today we decided to interview 6th graders coming from Goodpine Middle School to Jena Jr. High. Many people say that moving from the Goodpine to the Jr. High was a major difference. However, people like Kolten say that moving from school to school was not very much of a change. Most of the 6th graders say the Jr. High is better while some people like GPMS better. What the 6th graders like the most about their new school is the longer lunch and the more free reign to sit anywhere. They like the new teachers, they believe that the teachers are more chill and fun than other teachers. They like the new class situation with shorter time in each class, more classrooms which means more teachers to meet, and a bigger gym. Overall, the 6th graders are now getting used to their new school, new teachers, new classes, and are very excited for the new year.
--Mason Evans
Additional Interviews:
Tobias-He just moved from Nebo Elementary School to JJHS and he says that all the students and teachers have happily welcomed him with open arms to the Jena JR High. He says that all of his classes are going good and that he is understanding all of the material.
Mika- She likes the new school but, all the new different teachers is overwhelming. Before she transitioned to the Jr. High she only had one teacher so it was a big change for her. She describes that all the teachers have been fun and welcoming and that her favorite was Coach Keene. She says that all the new students have been welcoming. -- Jax Farmer/Addison Mitchell
BOY iReady Highest Scores:
BOY iReady Highest Scores:
6th Grade: 7th Grade: 8th Grade:
Math: Walt Brixey Math: Wesley Parrot Math: Aida Savant
ELA: Sawyer White ELA: Ashtain Sikes ELA: Blake Lacour
BOY Rewards on Friday, August 14
Photos from Thursday's game against Lasalle. To see more, visit our sports page.
Photos: Barrett Keene
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