Our High School Football players will hit the road and travel to Nampa for a match-up with Grangeville for their season opener.

Play tough, guys!

(This is an updated schedule as of 8/19/26)
about 2 hours ago, West Jefferson School District
HS Football Roster
HS Football Schedule
High School Volleyball starts today with a 2-day tournament in Ririe!

Have a great season, girls!

(This is an updated schedule as of 8/19/26)
about 2 hours ago, West Jefferson School District
2026 HS Volleyball Roster
2026 HS Volleyball Schedule
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
about 21 hours ago, West Jefferson School District
August Lunch Menu 2026
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.
2 days ago, West Jefferson School District
Minute of Silence Notice
Minute of Silence Notice
ANNOUNCEMENT:

If you’ve driven past our Terreton School Campus lately, you’ve probably noticed construction happening—and we’re excited about the improvements being made in our schools!

Most of the work is nearing completion, although a few finishing touches will continue after school begins. Please see the image for the project timeline and expected completion dates.

Once everything is finished, we will have newly remodeled restrooms in:

• Terreton Elementary School
• West Jefferson Junior High School
• West Jefferson High School

We’re also remodeling the P.E. changing rooms/locker rooms at West Jefferson High School.

We appreciate everyone’s patience while these improvements are completed and look forward to our students and staff enjoying the updated spaces!
2 days ago, West Jefferson School District
Bathroom
Bathroom Updates
***REPOSTED WITH CORRECTIONS TO XC AND JH VB.***

It's time again to put on your Panther swag and head to our West Jefferson athletic events!

Here is the Weekly Athletic Schedule for the week of August 17-22, 2026.

All of the finished athletic schedules are posted on our school website. We will also be posting the Fall Sports schedules on social media this week!

High School Sports Schedules:
https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjhs/page/wjhs-sports-teams

Junior High Sports Schedules:
https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjjh/page/junior-high-athletics

(All sports schedules are subject to change.)
2 days ago, West Jefferson School District
Weekly Athletic Schedule
Here is Coach Higgs' Athletic Performance Training for the week of August 17-20, 2026.
4 days ago, West Jefferson School District
Athletic Performance Training
Here is Coach Higgs' Athletic Performance Training for the week of August 10-13, 2026.
11 days ago, West Jefferson School District
Athletic Performance Training
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.
15 days ago, West Jefferson School District
Back to 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
16 days ago, West Jefferson School District
Job Openings

WJ HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS! - Your class schedules are ready for you to make any needed changes NOW!

Last week, you should have received an email from West Jefferson High School. Open your email to find a link to log in and view your class schedule for the 2026-27 school year. Mr. Gemar has created a NEW way to request changes to your class schedule. This infographic will give you step-by-step instructions on what YOU NEED TO DO to request those changes.

DON'T WAIT until school starts to try to change your classes. You will be less likely to get the classes you need or want!

If you have any problems logging into the portal, please contact Mr. Gemar at davidgemar@wjsd.org.

(Only use the new portal to request schedule changes - not an email request!)

LIKE this post after you have read it & PASS THE WORD to your friends & classmates!

17 days ago, West Jefferson School District
Schedule Change
Here is Coach Higgs' Athletic Performance Training for the week of August 3-6, 2026.
18 days ago, West Jefferson School District
Coach Higgs
Mark your calendars!

We'll be posting more details soon!
24 days ago, West Jefferson School District
NOTICE: The weight room will be open earlier in the evening this week.

Even though this week is busy with fall sports camps, Coach Higgs will still be available to do workouts for those who can make it!

Be sure athletes are hydrating all day, every day!
25 days ago, West Jefferson School District
Athletic Performance Training
Ben Burtenshaw, PA-C, will be offering Sports Physicals for West Jefferson Athletes on July 29 from 4:00PM- 6:00PM at the Panther Den. $10 per athlete (which Ben will be generously donating back to West Jefferson athletics.)

Sports Physicals are required for all incoming 4th, 7th, 9th, 11th grade, & first-year athletes.

Interim Forms do not require a medical professional to complete them, but they are required for the in-between years.

Sports Physical Form: https://idhsaa.org/asset/FORMS/Pre-Participation%20Physical%20Examination%20&%20Consent%20to%20Treat%20Form.pdf

Interim Form: https://idhsaa.org/asset/FORMS/Interim%20Questionnaire.pdf
about 1 month ago, West Jefferson School District
Physicals

Fall Sports are starting soon, and the coaches have been posting information on their team social media pages, but we wanted to try to get the basic information out in case there are any who would like to join in! For more details, contact the coaches!

FOR ALL SPORTS: Be sure to stay hydrated throughout the day (not carbonated or energy drinks). Bring water and/or electrolyte drinks to practice every day! Sports physicals or an Interim form is required before participation!

HS CROSS COUNTRY - Head Coach: Linda Smuin
- Open Runs are currently happening. Meet at the HS track on Tuesday and Friday mornings at 7:00AM
(Sometimes the coaches change the running location, so let them know if you would like to be on their contact list.)
- Aug. 1 at 7:30AM is the No Boots, No Spurs Fun Run, starting at the HS track. Register that morning beginning at 6:30AM. (This Fun Run is open to EVERYONE.)
- Aug. 10 - FIRST DAY OF PRACTICE - 7:00AM (Morning practices until school starts.)
- Motivation Camp information will be given out on the first day of practice.
📅 HS Cross Country Meet Schedule: https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjhs/page/cross-country
🔵 Facebook Page: West Jefferson Cross Country News https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070316561662


HS FOOTBALL- Head Coach Cory Hall
- July 21 & 22 Open Field at 7:30PM at the football field
- July 27-31 HS Team Camp from 6:00PM to 8:00PM each night for all athletes wanting to play WJHS football this season!
- Aug. 10 - FIRST DAY OF PRACTICE at 6:00PM. Practice every day Mon-Sat, Aug. 10-15. First football game is a week earlier this year. Practices are mandatory to be eligible to play!
📅 HS Football Game Schedule: https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjhs/page/football
🔵 Facebook Page: WJ Panther Football https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19AuurFpTn/
📷 Instagram Page: @wj_panther_football


HS VOLLEYBALL - Head Coach Lori Eddins
- July 22 - Open Gym 7:00PM-9:00PM
- July 27-29 - Camp 9:00AM-4:00PM (Bring release form, payment, & water. More info on socials!)
Camp Release Form: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3558/WJHS/3002586/Volleyball_Camp_Release_Form.pdf
- Aug. 10 - TRYOUTS 9:00AM-12:00PM
📅 HS Volleyball Game Schedule: https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjhs/page/volleyball
📅 JH Volleyball Game Schedule: https://www.wjsd.org/o/wjjh/page/volleyball
🔵 Facebook Page: West Jefferson Volleyball https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1V2KKyyrAX/
📷 Instagram Page: @west.jefferson.volleyball

Ben Burtenshaw, PA-C, will be offering Sports Physicals for West Jefferson Athletes on July 29 from 4:00PM- 6:00PM at the Panther Den. $10
Sports Physical Form: https://idhsaa.org/asset/FORMS/Pre-Participation%20Physical%20Examination%20&%20Consent%20to%20Treat%20Form.pdf
Interim Form: https://idhsaa.org/asset/FORMS/Interim%20Questionnaire.pdf

Bonus Info for those who have read clear to the bottom of this post - All Winter Sports Schedules are also posted on our website: www.wjsd.org. Go to either the high school or junior high page and click on "Athletics." Click on the sport you want, and you will see the game schedule.

about 1 month ago, West Jefferson School District
WJ Fall Sports
This Attendance and IDLA position plays an important role at West Jefferson High School. Because Idaho school funding is based in part on student attendance, maintaining complete and accurate attendance records is essential. The position also supports IDLA courses, which provide our secondary students with additional learning opportunities.

We are looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills who works well with others and is comfortable using technology. Please apply today!

Contact Principal Kristie Scott at scottk@wjsd.org or 208-270-2615 if you have any questions.

To apply, please fill out a Classified Application and return it to the district office or email it to applications@wjsd.org. Applications are available at the district office or on our website:

https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3558/Wjsd/cdbfcc65-13fb-4844-8d93-44fbf794e487/ClassifiedApplication-Fillable.pdf?disposition=inline
about 1 month ago, West Jefferson School District
Attendance & IDLA
Summer is winding down! Are you going to wish you had come to the free summer training sessions?

REMEMBER: Coach Higgs has asked that parents not send elementary-age children to Athletic Performance Training. This is for safety reasons and because space in the weight room is limited.

Athletic Performance Training is open to West Jefferson students entering grades 7–12 this fall, both boys and girls.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
about 1 month ago, West Jefferson School District
Athletic Performance Training
Here are the current Job Openings at West Jefferson School District #253 as of July 14, 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
about 1 month ago, West Jefferson School District
Job Openings
Our West Jefferson Cross Country program is sponsoring their Annual Fun Run that takes place the Saturday before the Mud Lake Fair starts! See the post for information, or contact any of our coaches if you have questions!

Linda Smuin, Michelle Spencer, Andra Bitter
about 1 month ago, West Jefferson School District
NO BOOTS, NO SPURS
Registration