Students from Jones Academy competed in the Botball state competition on Saturday the 6th. Coached by Zach Duffy, Dreshawn and Fichik took 10th place of 64 and were awarded the Judges Choice Award. Botball is a great way to learn coding while having fun competing and engaging with others from around the world.
Darion, Carlyle and Adrian competed in the OKSE League (Oklahoma Scholastics Esports) playing Apex Legends against 16 teams. At the end of the 5 game competition they achieved 3rd place overall. It was a close 5th game with 4 teams, Jones Academy included, being eligible for the championship.
They qualified for the state competition by getting 5th place out of 51 teams in the Scissortail Division having monthly tournaments that started in January.
PSA: Jones Academy will be testing its warning system today at noon.
🌞🌕 Today's the day! Our young astronomers watched the solar eclipse of 2024! 🌑🔭 Excitement fills the air as elementary and high school students gather with their eclipse glasses, eager to witness this incredible celestial event together! 🎉✨ #SolarEclipse2024 #FutureAstronomers #STEMeducation 🚀🔍
Do you know the eligibility requirements to be admitted to Jones Academy? To be eligible for admission, students must be a member of a federally recognized tribe and are required to be in good standing with the school they are transferring from. The admissions committee, made up of administrative and management staff, carefully evaluates all applications to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for admission.
🚀 Exciting News for 5-12th grade students! Join us at STEAM Camp for an unforgettable experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics! Dive into hands-on workshops, connect with peers, and ignite your passion for innovation. Don't miss out! Register now with the link below or the QR codes on this posts images.
• Senior (Grades 9-12): https://chocta.ws/pehlichi-senior
• Junior (Grades 5-8): https://chocta.ws/pehlichi-junior
#ChoctawNation #STEAMCamp #Innovation #Education 🌟🔬🎨
🚀 Exciting News for 5-12th grade students! Join us at STEAM Camp for an unforgettable experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics! Dive into hands-on workshops, connect with peers, and ignite your passion for innovation. Don't miss out! Register now with the link below or the QR codes on this posts images.
• Senior (Grades 9-12): https://chocta.ws/pehlichi-senior
• Junior (Grades 5-8): https://chocta.ws/pehlichi-junior
#ChoctawNation #STEAMCamp #Innovation #Education 🌟🔬🎨
"February Student of the Month" Desmond Crawford is a 5th grade student in Mrs. Holeman's class. Desmond is a Choctaw Nation tribal member. His favorite color is red, and he enjoys reading, playing video games, and watching TV. When Desmond grows up, he wants to build his own YouTube channel and become a gamer.
Isabella Hatcher is a 4th grade student in Mrs. Guthrie's class. Isabella is a member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Her favorite color is sky blue, and she enjoys drawing, riding her bike, swimming and reading. When Isabella grows up, she wants to be a nurse.
Justin Spenser is a member of the Seminole tribe. His hobbies include playing basketball, baseball, football, and hanging out with his friends. His plans for the future are to finish school, join the military, and possibly play Major League Baseball and in the NBA.
Taleah Bullbear is a proud member of the Oglala Sioux tribe. In her free time she enjoys working out, playing volleyball, reading, sleeping, listening to music, hanging out with her friends and family. Her plans for the future are to finish high school, go to college and eventually own her own business.
Spring Warrior Run 5K will be April 13,2024. All proceeds will go towards the senior class trip. Registration will begin at 7am at the gym, and the race will begin from the gym at 8am.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jones-academy-spring-warrior-run-5k-tickets-855543693217
Jones Academy will be testing its warning system today at noon.
Jones Academy high school students toured the College of the Muscogee Nation campus on February 22nd. The students were honored to have Principal Chief David Hill and Jeff Fife, Chief of Staff, along with Councilman Galen Cloud come by to visit and welcome them.
At Jones Academy, we're dedicated to preparing students for success in all areas of life! From certified teachers providing academic coaching to one-on-one technology support, our Student Success Center ensures every student stays on track to achieve their goals. Plus, we offer ACT Prep, college visits, and STEAM opportunities to broaden horizons. With scholarship assistance and career readiness activities, we're committed to empowering our students for bright futures. #JonesAcademy #AcademicSuccess #EmpoweringStudents
Zachary Sterling is a proud member of the Muscogee Creek Nation tribe. He enjoys playing games, working out, watching movies, and hanging out with his friends and family. Zach plans to finish high school, join the army, and see the world.
Kaya Zimiga is a proud member of the Rosebud Sioux tribe. In her free time, she enjoys listening and dancing to music, playing volleyball, working out, hanging with friends and family, especially her younger brother clayton. Kaya is a senior who will graduate in May, where she plans to further her education at a four-year university majoring in anthropology and philosophy. She someday hopes to be an archaeologist.
Promise Burris is a 3rd grade student in Mrs. Wells' class. Promise is a member of the Ponca Tribe. Her favorite color is yellow, and she loves to play basketball & stickball, read, and hang out with friends. Promise wants to be a doctor when she grows up.
Jorje Hernandez is a 4th grade student in Mrs. Guthrie's class. Jorje is a Seminole Nation of Oklahoma tribal member. His favorite colors are black, white, and red. He enjoys playing basketball, dodgeball, and video games. When Jorje grows up, he wants to be a Guest Service Manager for a big hotel.
6-12th grade students participated in a STEAM Valentines box contest. Students also shared Valentines and enjoyed sweet treats during the STEAM event.
Winners
1st Place- Isabel (Candy Shack)
2nd Place- Mickeal (Heart cake)
3rd Place- Eva (Hippo)
🚀 Exciting News for 5-12th grade students! Join us at STEAM Camp for an unforgettable experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics! Dive into hands-on workshops, connect with peers, and ignite your passion for innovation. Don't miss out! Register now with the link below or the QR codes on this posts images.
• Senior (Grades 9-12): https://chocta.ws/pehlichi-senior
• Junior (Grades 5-8): https://chocta.ws/pehlichi-junior
#ChoctawNation #STEAMCamp #Innovation #Education 🌟🔬🎨
PSA: Jones Academy will be conducting a siren test today at approximately 2:45pm.
The Jones Academy high school Botball team is gearing up for competition season, using autonomous robots, coding and engineering skills to gain leadership and teamwork experience while addressing real-world needs. It's inspiring to see young people engaged in problem-solving and gaining valuable skills for the future. Good Luck!
Did you know that Jones Academy Elementary has so much to offer? The elementary serves both residential and day students with personalized instruction accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and the Bureau of Indian Education. They focus on prioritizing and preserving culture by offering weekly language and culture-driven classes. Their extracurricular activities vary from athletic driven to academic success to liberal arts by providing basketball, track, agriculture, stock show programs, and STEAM opportunities like robotics, Esports, band and art.
🚀 Exciting news! Jones Academy is thrilled to take part on an out-of-this-world project. Choctaw Nation's heirloom seeds are on a journey in the International Space Station with Boeing's support. Native American youth at Jones Academy will explore the seeds' growth upon their return, merging science, space exploration, and cultural heritage. Thanks to Boeing's commitment to STEM education, this unique project is set to inspire and educate students. Stay tuned for updates on this incredible space adventure! 🌱🔬 #STEMeducation #SpaceExploration #CulturalHeritage
Follow the link to read the article.
https://www.choctawnation.com/biskinik/news/seeds-in-space-choctaw-nations-heirloom-seeds-launched-to-iss/
November Students of the Month:
Whitney Grizzle is a proud member of the Choctaw tribe of Oklahoma. In her free time, she enjoys sewing, cooking with friends and family, decorating for every holiday, and helping others. When she graduates high school, she plans on finishing her childcare program and getting a job on a cruise ship as a childcare specialist. She wants to do what she enjoys and get to see the world while doing it.
Clayton Zimiga is a member of the Rosebud Sioux tribe. He enjoys hanging out with his friends, playing basketball, fishing, and riding dirt bikes. In the future Clayton plans to graduate high school, go to college for a major he hasn't completely decided on yet, and to get a good job that will allow him to take care of his mother when she is older.
Manny Wickson is a 6th grade student in Mrs. Martin's class. Manny is a Choctaw Nation tribal member. His favorite color is lavender, and he enjoys drawing, hanging out with friends, and listening to stories from elders. Manny wants to be a clothing designer when he grows up.
Myrissa Ealey is a 6th grade student in Mrs. Martin's class. Myrissa is a member of the Cherokee Nation. Her favorite color is white, and she enjoys horseback riding, going on scavenger hunts, spending time with friends and family, and listening to music. When Myrissa grows up, she wants to be a nurse.
