May Red & Black Issue

CoverArtbySophomoreKiraRinehart

ASHLYNNWILLIAMS

ChloeCASH

RIYAPATTAN

RYANCOOPER

ZACKSHOKI

KYRAMEYER

CarleighRackers

BrierAulbur

AinslynDitch

What are your summer plans??

I'm going to Dollywood with my family and dogsitting with Chloe. Chicago, cruise, tennis, and getting a job!!!

I'm going on a trip to Chicago! I'm also excited to play golf and tennis, read, swim, and hang out with my friends.

I'm going to Chicago, spending a month in Oregon, and working.

Play tennis, survive

I’m going to Girls State and I’m excited to play softball, read, hang out with friends, and work!

Become a tennis god!!!

I am hoping to make the most out of my summer by attending engineering camps and hanging out with friends.

I plan on keeping busy with tennis lessons, community service, summer programs, and teaching art classes!

HoangHoang

NorahWood

I’m going to coach and play tennis and I’m going to spend time with friends!!!

A lot of tennis and studying for the ACT.

When I’m not swimming, I have a few camps and community service opportunities that I plan to participate in.

ASL Club ASL Club

Our ASL club’s mission is to promote inclusivity, understanding, and advocacy within our student body. The club offers students an opportunity to learn ASL as well as to participate in deaf culture and advocate for accessibility. It fosters a safe place for students to feel supported and seen while simultaneously spreading awareness about the deaf community. If you’re interested in joining next year, speak with Ms. Theroff in room 322!

Sponsors: Reve Theroff

Active Members: Calista Jones, Kaden Rexabek, Qayyima Cyprian, and Liam Furman

Ashlynn Ashlynn

DearEsteemedReaders,

Thankyouallsomuchforyourengagementandsupport.Thisyearwith theRed&Blackhasbeenoneofmybestyearsyet,andI’mgratefultoall ofyouforthatchance.ThankyoutoMrs.Nichols,Mr.Gale,andallthe adminandcounselorsthathelpedusachieveourdreamsofrekindlingthe Red&Black.Withyourfaithfulnessthroughthesummer,wecanturn theseembersintoafullblownflameatJCHS.Ican’twaitforsenioryearto bethebestyet!

Thankyou,

AshlynnWilliams

Chloe Chloe

DearReaders,

Whatayearithasbeen!Gettingtheopportunitytorestartaspecial traditionatJCHSwastrulyanincredibleexperience.I’mgratefulforthe supportfromMrs.Nichols,Mr.Gale,andadministration.Withoutthem, AshlynnandIcouldhaveneverdonethis.ThroughRed&Black,I’vegotten theopportunitytotalkwithawesomepeopleandconnectwithJCHSand thecommunityevenmore.Inaddition,I’mthankfulforalltheRed&Black Staffthatworkhardtocreategreatissues(evenifweareallverybusy). Lastly,Ican’twaittomakeRed&Blackevenbetternextyear!

ThankYou, ChloeCash

Class of 2024 Class of 2024 Graduation Graduation

Family, friends, staff, and of course, students, gathered on the evening of Friday, May 10th to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2024, Jefferson City High School’s 150th graduating class. 331 students earned their high school diplomas. District Superintendent Brian McGraw, Principal Deanne Fisher, Senior Class President Deja Rogers, and Red & Black’s very own Student Body President (and Valedictorian) Zack Shoki shared heartfelt words. From education, or serving our coun has a bri

Class of 2024: Congratulations: it is well deserved! We will miss you, but we cannot wait to see the incredible things you all will do! Remember: Once a Jaybird, Always a Jaybird!

SENIOR HIGHLIGHTS SENIOR HIGHLIGHTS

Ryan is headed to Missouri S&T to study aerospace engineering. Ryan played a few different sports at JC. He was a member of the boys soccer and tennis team and was a member of STUCO and the Red & Black. While Ryan was at JC he earned the Seal of Excellence from Nichols Career and Math as well as earning the George Washington Carver award. Ryan has 3 dogs, 1 cat, and 10 chickens! When asked what his favorite memory at JC was Ryan said “Spending time with all the friends I’ve made throughout high school and playing sports.” Ryan’s summer plans include going to Chicago and Oregon. Congratulations Ryan!

Zack is going to Washington University for computer engineering. Zack was the class of 2024 Student Body president, a member of STUCO, Green Team, Orchestra, the Red & Black paper, and Scholar Bowl. While at JC Zack earned the Top Scholars Award and the Outstanding Leadership Award. Zack says his favorite memory is “getting into fun situations within student council, such as our worknights.” This summer Zack plans on going on a senior trip to Chicago! Congratulations Zack!

RETIREES

FOR YOUR YEARS OF DEDICATION

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all retiring teachers for their We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all retiring teachers for their unwavering dedication, guidance, and inspiration that have shaped unwavering dedication, guidance, and inspiration that have shaped countless lives throughout their remarkable careers. countless lives throughout their remarkable careers.

Ask Anything Ask Anything

Dear Brier and Chloe, I want to have an action packed summer. What are some things to do in Jeff City?

Brier: Some of my favorite things to do in Jefferson City are walking downtown with friends, going to the Capitol during the Fourth of July to watch fireworks, and going on trails at the Runge or the Katy Trail. Overall one of the best things to do to have an action packed summer is getting out of the house and exploring. Try to avoid being on electronics all summer.

Chloe: Making the most of the summer is definitely something I'm keeping in mind too. For fun activities such as yoga, book and art clubs, movie nights, and more, check out Missouri River Regional Library's monthly calendar. If you ' re looking to explore nature or take a hike, consider going to Binder Park, the Runge, or the Katy Trail. Lastly, check out our Summer Bucket List and Summer Sports page for more ideas!

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The summer hosting program we do is meant to give an opportunity to local students and families to host a student from Spain over a 4 week period in the summer. The students come to practice their English and experience Midwestern culture. The mission of the program is to make lifelong friendships with people from Spain, and in doing so widen one's worldview by making international friends.

Spaniards get to practice their English, learn about American culture and make friends in the US. American host families add excitement and story to their summer by making lifelong friends from Spain, practice their Spanish (if they have studied Spanish in school), and ultimately widen their worldview as the world becomes smaller after you have friends in other countries that you can easily keep up with through social media.

Many of our students/families who have hosted have gone over to Spain to visit the Spaniard they hosted. Over the 12 years we have done this program, Jefferson City has hosted over 150 teenagers from Spain.

a) Lake of the Ozarks to hang out, swim, go tubing (1st time for all Spaniards) and wake surf.

b) Six Flags c) Cards-Royals baseball game in STL along with touring the Arch

c) Float trip (1st time for all Spaniards)

d) 3 day Tour of Chicago

e) Spain vs. USA soccer match with students from Spain and American students

☐ Watch the Sunrise/Sunset

☐ Go Hiking

☐ Visit a Drive-in Theater

☐ Try a new sport or activity

☐ Read a book

☐ Tie Dye with friends

☐ Go stargazing

☐ Throw a game night

☐ Go to the fair

☐ Plant Flowers

☐ Throw a trampoline sleepover

☐ Go bowling

☐ Have a water balloon fight

☐ Go on a road trip

☐ Visit Six Flags

☐ No phones - only digital cameras

☐ Visit different small businesses

☐ Go antiquing

☐ Get ready for next school year!

Prom Recap Prom Recap

Prom King: Jacob Wilson

Ryan Hillmedo

James Zablon

Joshua Wilson Caleb Dildy Prom Court:

Prom Queen: Cheria Galbreath

Lyndsie Albright

Raniya Hartault

Emily McMillian Brianna Avey Queen Court:

May is Asian-American Pacific Islander Month, so there is no better time to recognize and analyze the national flag of Nepal! This flag is interesting because it is the only national flag to be a non-quadrilateral shape. The crimson red is Nepal’s national color, and it symbolizes the spirit of the Nepalese people. The blue border represents peace. The flag is the shape of two pennons because of the country’s two rival branches of the ruling dynasty. -Zack