
Happy National School Secretary Day! We are proud to celebrate the incredible secretaries who are the backbone of our buildings. Your kindness, organization, and dedication keep everything running smoothly. Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and families!


Happy National Bus Driver Appreciation Day! THANK YOU to the incredible individuals who safely transport our students to and from school each day! From early morning routes to after-school activities and everything in between. We appreciate all that you do!


It is time for this week’s #BlueJay Senior Spotlight! Each week we will recognize seniors & celebrate their post-secondary plans, whether it is college, trade school, the military, or a career they prepared for while attending high school. Congrats & good luck to these seniors!





Jefferson R-VII School District has new job openings available. If you or someone you know is interested, please go to our website for more information on the position and how to apply. https://www.jr7.k12.mo.us/page/employment-opportunities



April 14, 2025 - BOE Recognitions and Celebrations - https://www.jr7.k12.mo.us/article/2154125

We are 10 days out from our 11th annual Mr. JHS performance. Come see all the boys take the stage Saturday, April 26th at 7 p.m.


🎉 Celebrate the grand opening of your official Jefferson R-VII School store with 20% OFF custom tees, hoodies, joggers, hats & more! Use code SPIRIT20. Hurry—this sale won’t last long! https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/missouri/festus/jefferson-high-school 🙌 🥳


Please see the District Letter from Dr. Haug: https://5il.co/3dd87

It is time for this week’s #BlueJay Senior Spotlight! Each week we will recognize seniors & celebrate their post-secondary plans, whether it is college, trade school, the military, or a career they prepared for while attending high school. Congrats & good luck to these seniors!





Tomorrow is the day!! Head on over to Danby Middle School and the Football Field to enjoy an Easter Egg Hunt as well as other fun activities!


Please take a moment to review the spring testing schedule and plan accordingly. Our 4th grade students are off to a great start with MAP testing at Telegraph this week! If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact your student’s building principal. https://5il.co/38esz

Jefferson R-VII School District has new job openings available. If you or someone you know is interested, please go to our website for more information on the position and how to apply. https://www.jr7.k12.mo.us/page/employment-opportunities


R-VII Community: Please check out the quick 2-Min. Video on a 1957 District Pamphlet. Video: https://youtu.be/00w0Bw9gdcY Pamphlet: https://5il.co/3cwve

R-VII, Please see the district letter as a Thank You to all who prepared for this past weekends Prom and Project Prom: https://5il.co/3ctpo

Today, we celebrate the incredible school librarians who foster curiosity, inspire a love of reading, and provide a welcoming space for learning and discovery. Thank you for being an invaluable ally in helping students reach their true potential.


It is time for this week’s #BlueJay Senior Spotlight! Each week we will recognize seniors & celebrate their post-secondary plans, whether it is college, trade school, the military, or a career they prepared for while attending high school. Congrats & good luck to these seniors!





R-VII Community: Reminder there is a general election for Tuesday, April 8, 2025. The polling location is the Jefferson High School Performing Arts Center, 7 Blue Jay Way, Festus.

Today, we want to take a moment to recognize all the paraprofessionals who make an impact in our schools! These incredible individuals work behind the scenes to support teachers, students, and families. Paraprofessionals truly make a difference every day.


Due to incoming thunderstorms, student driver release and parent pick up at Jefferson High School will be at 2:20pm. Remaining parent pick up will be at the following times: 2:30pm at Danby, 2:35pm at Telegraph, and 2:45pm at Plattin.

JHS Volleyball is proud to present the 2025 Daddy Daughter Dance happening on Saturday, April 12th from 6:30-8pm at Jefferson High School! Click the following link to complete the form or scan the QR code to complete the form online and pay with a credit card: https://5il.co/3c8sq
