Panther Cross Country Running Club - See flyer for details!
Terreton and Hamer Elementary kids are invited to participate!
*This youth sports club is not school-sponsored.
Here is the August Lunch Menu for our first full week back to school!
Remember! School Breakfast is FREE for all students at all schools in the West Jefferson School District!
NEW THIS YEAR: Lunch payments can be made on VENMO! Just use the same VENMO we have been using for other school payments: @WJHS_253. In the Venmo description, please list your children's names and how much of your Venmo payment is going to each child. Of course, we will still be accepting cash, check, or online "RevTrack" payments.
If you haven't filled out a Free & Reduced Price Lunch Application for THIS new school year, please click this link and fill out the online form! Filling out this application could save you over $3 per lunch if you qualify!
https://www.nlappscloud.com/Welcome.aspx?cf=District&apply=1&api=b8a3fa49dfe11b046af2d432c4ebb358&fbclid=IwY2xjawMMWvlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwYVBmcnBIT2sxaW9XVG56AR6j5p7nOsoEn4WqUqNiYtkmqw5DXn1REFnYhOeCVO43FYnEE2alNXHnzjQVrQ_aem_nGJqUxmUNoVTO5GDaEwznQ
Check lunch prices at this link: https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjsd/page/child-nutrition-department
Remember! School Breakfast is FREE for all students at all schools in the West Jefferson School District!
NEW THIS YEAR: Lunch payments can be made on VENMO! Just use the same VENMO we have been using for other school payments: @WJHS_253. In the Venmo description, please list your children's names and how much of your Venmo payment is going to each child. Of course, we will still be accepting cash, check, or online "RevTrack" payments.
If you haven't filled out a Free & Reduced Price Lunch Application for THIS new school year, please click this link and fill out the online form! Filling out this application could save you over $3 per lunch if you qualify!
https://www.nlappscloud.com/Welcome.aspx?cf=District&apply=1&api=b8a3fa49dfe11b046af2d432c4ebb358&fbclid=IwY2xjawMMWvlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwYVBmcnBIT2sxaW9XVG56AR6j5p7nOsoEn4WqUqNiYtkmqw5DXn1REFnYhOeCVO43FYnEE2alNXHnzjQVrQ_aem_nGJqUxmUNoVTO5GDaEwznQ
Check lunch prices at this link: https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjsd/page/child-nutrition-department
NOTICE: New Idaho Requirement - Daily Minute of Silence. Please review the email or social media post for more details and discuss expectations with your children.
School Registration for all West Jefferson School District Schools is happening August 10 & 11!
Come to pay fees and receive help with filling out online registration forms. (You can start the online form process by logging into your parent PowerSchool account and click on "Forms" and then "Enrollment Forms.") If you need help with logging into PowerSchool, contact Mr. Gemar at davidgemar@wjsd.org or Mr. Reyna at reynaj@wjsd.org.
Check your email for more detailed information about how to log into PowerSchool and how to fill out the online forms!! Make sure the emails didn't go to your spam folder! If you didn't receive emails from the school in the past 2 weeks, you have some updating to do on your school contact information! Come to registration, and we can help you!
Our Transportation Department and Food Service Department will be present to help with bus and lunch information.
Instead of buying school supplies in-store, K-6th grade students have the option to pay a $20 Supply Fee, and the school will provide all of their school supplies.
For Junior High and High School Students, we recommend buying a notebook for each class period (7) and pencils. Any other needed supplies will be determined by which classes they are signed up for. Students will find out more information about what they might need during the first couple of days of school.
Here are the current Job Openings at West Jefferson School District #253 as of August 5, 2026.
Applications are available in person at our district office or on our website:
https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjsd/page/employment
West Jefferson School District #253
Applications are available in person at our district office or on our website:
https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjsd/page/employment
West Jefferson School District #253
Mark your calendars!
We'll be posting more details soon!
We'll be posting more details soon!
Come celebrate America with West Jefferson School District!
Hamer's Annual Fourth of July Celebration is TODAY, July 3, 2026!
West Jefferson will begin serving the meal at 6:30PM. Parade starts at 7:00PM. Fireworks will be at dark.
All proceeds will go to our Panther Pride Activities & Enrichment Fund.
Hamer's Annual Fourth of July Celebration is TODAY, July 3, 2026!
West Jefferson will begin serving the meal at 6:30PM. Parade starts at 7:00PM. Fireworks will be at dark.
All proceeds will go to our Panther Pride Activities & Enrichment Fund.
Here are the current Job Openings at West Jefferson School District #253 as of June 25, 2026.
Applications are available in person at our district office or on our website:
https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjsd/page/employment
West Jefferson School District #253
Applications are available in person at our district office or on our website:
https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjsd/page/employment
West Jefferson School District #253
It's that time of year that we need to get things finished up and cleaned out!
School fees can be paid through the building secretary, and lunch fees can be paid at the lunchroom.
There is a lost & found in the Panther Den, at the high school, and at each elementary building. (Also check with the secretaries for more valuable items that have been lost such as cell phones, airpods, jewelery, etc.)
School fees can be paid through the building secretary, and lunch fees can be paid at the lunchroom.
There is a lost & found in the Panther Den, at the high school, and at each elementary building. (Also check with the secretaries for more valuable items that have been lost such as cell phones, airpods, jewelery, etc.)
Here are the current Job Openings at West Jefferson School District #253.
If interested in applying, please submit a Classified Application. A resume and recommendation letters are optional.
Applications are available in person at our district office or on our website:
https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjsd/page/employment
West Jefferson School District #253
If interested in applying, please submit a Classified Application. A resume and recommendation letters are optional.
Applications are available in person at our district office or on our website:
https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjsd/page/employment
West Jefferson School District #253
Our High School Football Program has scheduled their youth football camp fundraiser for Tuesday, May 19, from 4:00pm-6:00pm. All kids from Kindergarten through 7th grade are invited!! Please help us spread the word!!
Participants do NOT need to sign up ahead of time, but they will need to bring a signed liability waiver with them to camp on Tuesday.
Payments can be made with cash, check (written to WJHS - Football), or by sending a Venmo payment to @WJHS_253 with the description "Football Camp - ( first & last name of participant )." Please make sure payments are made before the start of camp.
Click here to print the liability waiver to send the signed form with your child if they will be walking over to the football field after school:
https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3558/Wjhs/282f1d5d-86f1-4248-b548-72d7293252cd/West-Jefferson-Youth-Football-Camp-Release-Form.pdf?disposition=inline
Waivers and payments must be taken care of before your child can participate. Printed forms will be available at the beginning of camp for those that don't have a printer, but parents will need to be present at the beginning of camp to sign them.
Here are the current Job Openings at West Jefferson School District #253.
If interested in the Elementary Teaching Position, please submit a Certified Application, cover letter, resume, copy of Idaho Teaching Credential, copy of college transcripts, and three recommendation letters.
If interested in any of the other positions, please submit a Classified Application. Including a resume and recommendation letters is optional.
Applications are available in person at our district office or on our website:
https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjsd/page/employment
West Jefferson School District #253
If interested in the Elementary Teaching Position, please submit a Certified Application, cover letter, resume, copy of Idaho Teaching Credential, copy of college transcripts, and three recommendation letters.
If interested in any of the other positions, please submit a Classified Application. Including a resume and recommendation letters is optional.
Applications are available in person at our district office or on our website:
https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjsd/page/employment
West Jefferson School District #253
At our most recent regular board meeting, our school board trustees approved our calendar for the 2026-27 school year. Here it is!
Idaho's Central District Health Department is offering a FREE VIRTUAL PRESENTATION. This is a great resource on the current trends of substance abuse and how to talk to your child or student about it.
See the flyer for more details!
Click here to access the link or scan the QR code:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/82d6eccd-222e-40d4-9097-99cb55707c17@351a999b-5f9b-4336-9dde-3e0a9bfdeffd
This event is not sponsored by West Jefferson School District; however, we’re happy to share it to assist families in our community.
See the flyer for more details!
Click here to access the link or scan the QR code:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/82d6eccd-222e-40d4-9097-99cb55707c17@351a999b-5f9b-4336-9dde-3e0a9bfdeffd
This event is not sponsored by West Jefferson School District; however, we’re happy to share it to assist families in our community.
One last reminder!
The West Jefferson Preschool & Kindergarten Screener for the 2026-27 School Year will be held on Tue., April 14th and Wed. April 15th from 8:15am to 3:30pm. This is for Terreton Elementary AND Hamer Elementary students.
Be sure to click the link below to schedule an appointment for your child. Preschool students who are currently attending school at West Jefferson do not need an appointment and will be screened during class time.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdf8r44jA0keS.../viewform
See the flyer for more details!
Please share this post with anyone who has a child this age!
The West Jefferson Preschool & Kindergarten Screener for the 2026-27 School Year will be held on Tue., April 14th and Wed. April 15th from 8:15am to 3:30pm. This is for Terreton Elementary AND Hamer Elementary students.
Be sure to click the link below to schedule an appointment for your child. Preschool students who are currently attending school at West Jefferson do not need an appointment and will be screened during class time.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdf8r44jA0keS.../viewform
See the flyer for more details!
Please share this post with anyone who has a child this age!
"Fostering Idaho is excited to announce a fun and engaging opportunity for families in our community during Strengthening Families Month!
We are organizing a month-long scavenger hunt designed to bring all families together, encourage connection, and create meaningful experiences. Throughout the month, participants will have the chance to take part in a variety of activities and be entered into several exciting giveaways. As a special highlight, one lucky family will win a getaway to Lava Hot Springs - thanks to The Suites of Lava Hot Springs!
Thank you for your continued support in strengthening families in our community. Please feel free to reach out with any questions."
Camille Rigby
Regional Coordinator | Region 7
crigby@fosteringidahopartnership.org
208-390-0364
Family Resource & Training Center
Click here to access the link or scan the QR code:
https://www.scavengerhunt.party/scavenger_hunts/WMXLJ
This event is not sponsored by West Jefferson School District; however, we’re happy to share it in support of strengthening families in our community.
We are organizing a month-long scavenger hunt designed to bring all families together, encourage connection, and create meaningful experiences. Throughout the month, participants will have the chance to take part in a variety of activities and be entered into several exciting giveaways. As a special highlight, one lucky family will win a getaway to Lava Hot Springs - thanks to The Suites of Lava Hot Springs!
Thank you for your continued support in strengthening families in our community. Please feel free to reach out with any questions."
Camille Rigby
Regional Coordinator | Region 7
crigby@fosteringidahopartnership.org
208-390-0364
Family Resource & Training Center
Click here to access the link or scan the QR code:
https://www.scavengerhunt.party/scavenger_hunts/WMXLJ
This event is not sponsored by West Jefferson School District; however, we’re happy to share it in support of strengthening families in our community.
Here is the School Lunch Menu for April 2026.
We have been asked to share information about a Hunter's Education Class coming up in our community on April 18 & 25, 2026. Class will be held at the Mud Lake Museum. All registrants for this class must be 9 years of age by April 18, 2026.
Sign up now - seats are limited!
Register online at: https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/239645
Although this class is not affiliated with West Jefferson School District, we consider it to be a valuable asset to our students and community.
Just a reminder that we will have two P.A.W. Meetings on Wednesday, March 25th.
Info from our previous post:
At our most recent Regular School Board Meeting (3/11/26), Mr. Williams shared several topics with the board that can also be discussed at the upcoming P.A.W. Meetings if attendees would like to cover those topics.
A "P.A.W. Meeting" is a Parent & Patron Advisory Workshop. It is an open meeting for anyone who would like to be involved with our school district.
If you have concerns or suggestions, we encourage you to attend one of these meetings. The P.A.W. Meetings are a great opportunity to ask questions, receive answers, and share your input.
How School Districts Are Funded:
https://youtu.be/pNW2Pmbcuhk?si=pgV-BDWPW1jXE8Se
Drop in West Jefferson School District Enrollment 2026-27:
https://youtu.be/08Zmf0vnS_U?si=pwpj49A3xWbpqCzI
Possible Options to Adjust For Declining Enrollment:
https://youtu.be/eCrGng5ZCH8?si=v7YFheW2_6hKPoxx
2026-27 School Calendar Discussion:
https://www.youtube.com/live/BaJ46guv2yw?si=rlmG4ehOpJAOI59s&t=3463
West Jefferson School District #253
Info from our previous post:
At our most recent Regular School Board Meeting (3/11/26), Mr. Williams shared several topics with the board that can also be discussed at the upcoming P.A.W. Meetings if attendees would like to cover those topics.
A "P.A.W. Meeting" is a Parent & Patron Advisory Workshop. It is an open meeting for anyone who would like to be involved with our school district.
If you have concerns or suggestions, we encourage you to attend one of these meetings. The P.A.W. Meetings are a great opportunity to ask questions, receive answers, and share your input.
How School Districts Are Funded:
https://youtu.be/pNW2Pmbcuhk?si=pgV-BDWPW1jXE8Se
Drop in West Jefferson School District Enrollment 2026-27:
https://youtu.be/08Zmf0vnS_U?si=pwpj49A3xWbpqCzI
Possible Options to Adjust For Declining Enrollment:
https://youtu.be/eCrGng5ZCH8?si=v7YFheW2_6hKPoxx
2026-27 School Calendar Discussion:
https://www.youtube.com/live/BaJ46guv2yw?si=rlmG4ehOpJAOI59s&t=3463
West Jefferson School District #253
Coach Higgs' Athletic Performance Training Schedule for March 23-26, 2026.
