Our 5th grade science students at Jefferson are working in teams to design and carry out experiments centered on an essential question: What does a seed need to sprout? Each group is testing different variables—such as sunlight, soil type, and temperature—while carefully controlling other factors to ensure a fair and accurate test. They began by […]
Three sixth-grade students from Jefferson Intermediate spent part of their day visiting Madison Elementary, where they read aloud to first-grade students. The sixth-grade boys wanted to demonstrate the importance of fluent reading—using good speed, accurate word recognition, and expressive voices. The experience gave both the older and younger students a chance to share the joy […]
Engineers from Pella Corp came to Jefferson as part of the PEERS program to teach 4th graders about simple machines. Students participated in hands-on learning activities where they learned about incline planes, pulleys, wheel and axles, and a lever using a trebuchet.
Our 5th grade students recently had the opportunity to participate in a Flag Essay Contest sponsored by the Pella American Legion. Lily Heesch was the overall winner of the contest. Through this class assignment, students got to deepen their understanding of the American flag—its history, meaning, and proper etiquette. The experience helped students grow in […]
Our 5th graders had an incredible day on December 2 visiting the State Capitol and volunteering at Meals from the Heartland — and WOW did they make a difference! Together, our students helped raise money and package 39,000 meals, feeding approximately 120 children for an entire year. Their hard work, teamwork, and compassion were on […]
The Jefferson Intermediate 6th Grade SALT group “Caring for the Community” has been spending the first semester of the year getting to know residents from The Cottages. Each girl has been paired with two or three residents and has written encouraging notes. drawn colorful posters, and made name bracelets for their buddies! On Monday December […]
Jefferson 4th and 5th grade students hosted a special Veterans Day program to honor those who have served our country. Veterans and community members were invited to attend as students shared heartfelt essays about what the flag means to them, sang patriotic songs, and participated in a Q&A session with the veterans. We are so […]
The 6th grade Language Arts students had the opportunity to present their original poems to family and friends over the course of three evenings. The event kicked off with the students performing a lively rendition of the poem Try Again, before each sharing their own personal creations. After the readings, everyone enjoyed a warm cup […]
October is National Principals Month! We’re thankful for the dedication, compassion, and support our principals show each day. Their leadership strengthens our schools and helps students and staff thrive—academically, socially, and personally. Superintendent Greg Ebeling shared, “October is a time to celebrate the incredible leadership of our principals. Their commitment to creating safe, caring, and […]
Our Jefferson Intermediate 4th graders spent a morning at the Marion County Fairgrounds in Knoxville, diving into the world of agriculture and its impact both locally and globally. Thanks to Marion County Farm Bureau and the Ag in the Classroom program for providing this hands-on learning experience — and to the Marion County Cattlemen’s Association […]