In Mrs. Goldens class the students have been learning about renewable resources. The class had to use supplies to construct a windmill. We set them up to simulate a windfarm. We learned that blade design and the angle of the blades in connection with wind direction make a big difference.
JES 4th graders recently learned about op art, and positive and negative space. They created an organic shape and switched the positive and negative space in each section. Pictured are the 4th grade awesome artists.
Holiday Ornament Reception was held at EIU on December 11. It was a great to see all the wonderful Jefferson ornaments! Thank you to all who were able to attend!!🎄
Jefferson Countdown to Winter Break " You're a gift! Dress like a present!"
Our JES students and staff are very colorful and showing off their creative minds! 🎁
JES Girls Fall Basketball season has come to an end! Please help us congratulate all of the girls for an excellent season and great participation!! 🏀 #JeffersonCUSD1
🎄Jefferson Countdown to Winter Break dress as a Holiday Movie. Look at these amazing students and staff who have really PLAYED the part! 🎄
Our JES 5th graders recently learned about complementary and analogous color schemes. They created 2 identical watercolor leaves and wove them together to create their masterpiece. Pictured are the Awesome Artist of November!
Mr.'s King's classroom worked on following a recipe and made cinnamon applesauce ornaments. Mrs. King took our Jefferson Countdown to Winter Break,wear holiday socks to a new level!
At the end of November Mrs. King's class made and hosted a Thanksgiving dinner for their classmates, teachers, and Mrs. Golden's class! They also made delicious pumpkin pies in a bag!
JES Countdown to Winter Break!! Please join us in the fun starting December 2nd!!
Please help us congratulate our JES 4th grade November Student Leaders! #JeffersonCUSD1
Please help us congratulate our JES 5th grade November Student Leaders! #JeffersonCUSD1
Please help us congratulate our JES 6th grade November Student Leaders! #JeffersonCUSD1
Mrs. King's and Mrs. Golden's classroom took a movie field trip to the Life Span Center. This was after learning about skills that are needed to choose a movie and be successful in the movie theater setting. It was a very successful trip. Thank you Life Span Center!!!
Last week, Jefferson students competed in the Douglas Hart Nature Center Eco- Meet! After a month of studying and working hard, we walked out in 12th place! We already can't wait for next year!
Jefferson Elementary School Thanksgiving break is approaching quickly, here are some important dates! #JeffersonCUSD1
Jefferson Elementary School McTeacher's Night will be held tomorrow Tuesday, November 12th at Charleston Mcdonald's from 5pm-7pm. #JeffersonCUSD1
During Art class if there is free time students get creative with Play-Doh
Jefferson students were given the opportunity to understand the election process from start to finish.
The two candidates: Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and Nerds Gummy Clusters
Our students even had a designated precinct here at JES
Election totals:
Reese's Peanut Butter Cups:238
Nerds Gummy Clusters: 235
Our overall winner (by 3 votes) ... REESE'S PEANUT BUTTER CUPS!!!
Thank you to all who participated in the JES Election! #JeffersonCUSD1
Thank you to all of those who were able to attend the Jefferson Fall Parade last Friday!! Jefferson students and staff had such a fun-filled day with great costumes, spooky treats, and Halloween parties! #JeffersonCUSD1
