Jefferson High School

Fairmont State University hosts a Science Showdown every February. Since its inception four years ago, Jefferson High School has brought two teams of four to compete. This unique ...

As written and published by The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown on February 13, 2026. The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown was delighted to partner with Shepherdstown Junior Girl...

The Jefferson FFA Chapter has a myriad of activities in store for the staff, students, and community! They kicked off National FFA Week with a special appreciation breakfast for th...

The Jefferson High School Symphonic Band has been named a West Virginia Music Educators Association (WVMEA) Honor Ensemble, which is the highest state honor that a West Virginia c...

Congratulations to the following students chosen as members of the 2026 WVMEA Allstate Choir: Charlie Sutherland (Soprano 1), Christine Larson (Soprano 2), George Sutherland (Alto ...

Almost doubling the participation to over 50 participants in grades K-8 from every Jefferson County elementary and middle school, year two of the JHS Charisma Minis Dance Clinic p...

Jefferson County Schools (JCS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Hillman as the district's new Deputy Superintendent of Instruction. In this role, Mr. Hillman will lead...

With the support of Communities in Schools, JHS Leadership students are making important connections with students at Wildwood Middle School. An emphasis on academics and communica...

Jefferson High School (JHS) celebrated the induction of six new members into its Athletic Hall of Fame during a special ceremony at Cougar Stadium. Now in its second year, the Hall...

Shepherd University and Jefferson County Schools Announce Direct Admission Partnership for High School Students Charles Town, WV – October 27, 2025 – Jefferson County Schoo...

Jefferson County Schools recently hosted Let’s Talk About Cell Phones & Social Media , a community event focused on helping families navigate the digital world safely and responsi...

In September, Four members of Jefferson High School's Leadership Academy attended the Chick-fil-A Leadership Summit in Fairmont, WV, accompanied by their advisor, Amy Vickers. JHS...

Jefferson County Schools is grateful for the support of Friends of Music, a Shepherdstown-based nonprofit dedicated to promoting music education and performance in our region. Dur...

On Friday, September 19, Jefferson County Schools celebrated the official dedication and open house of the new Ranson Institute of Secondary Education (RISE). The facility houses ...

Jefferson County Schools (JCS) has expanded its international teacher presence to 31 through the Educational Partners International (EPI) Program for the 2025–26 school year, nearl...

Jefferson County Schools FFA students had a strong showing at the 97th Annual West Virginia State FFA Convention, held July 8–12 at Cedar Lakes Conference Center in Ripley. Member...

Jefferson County Schools (JCS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Randy Trenary as the district's new Transportation Director, effective July 1, 2025. Mr. Trenary brings ove...

At the June 9 Board of Education meeting, Jefferson County Schools honored 29 dedicated employees who are retiring this year. Together, they represent a remarkable 705 years of se...

Jefferson County Schools is committed to ensuring that all children have access to nutritious meals this summer through the federally funded Summer Food Service Program. This prog...

The Board of Education Beacon Award is a newly established honor presented annually by the Jefferson County Schools Board of Education to individuals who exemplify outstanding ser...