Today was a day of discovery in AP Biology with Ms. Davenport! Our students are taking the lead, designing and conducting their own experiments. It's so exciting to see them apply what they've learned and explore new questions. We can't wait to see their results! 🔬
We are excited for this career exploration opportunity for juniors and seniors interested in engineering and advanced manufacturing through Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK) in Georgetown.
NaviGo Scholars partners with businesses to give high school students hands-on career experiences. Business sponsors work directly with students—introducing them to career pathways, developing workplace readiness skills, and highlighting real-world opportunities. Each group meets twice a month with a dedicated coach. Coaches play an active role, guiding students in setting goals and ensuring that sponsor expectations around soft skills, workplace culture, and career readiness are fully integrated.
One session at the sponsoring business site for immersive, hands-on learning.
One session at a community college campus for coaching and career planning.
About the TMMK NaviGo Scholars Group:
Meets twice a month on Tuesday evenings (September–April)
One session at the Toyota plant in Georgetown, KY
One session at Bluegrass Technical & Community College (Newtown Campus)
NaviGo Coach is Liza Holland
Timeline:
Applications: Open now through September 3rd (midnight)
Toyota review: September 4–5
Student notifications: Monday, September 8
School notifications: Tuesday, September 9
First Coaching Session: September 16, 5–6:30 PM (BCTC – Newtown)
First Toyota Session: September 23, 5:30–7:30 PM (TMMK plant)
To learn more, visit: https://navigoprep.com/navigo-scholars/
NaviGo Scholars partners with businesses to give high school students hands-on career experiences. Business sponsors work directly with students—introducing them to career pathways, developing workplace readiness skills, and highlighting real-world opportunities. Each group meets twice a month with a dedicated coach. Coaches play an active role, guiding students in setting goals and ensuring that sponsor expectations around soft skills, workplace culture, and career readiness are fully integrated.
One session at the sponsoring business site for immersive, hands-on learning.
One session at a community college campus for coaching and career planning.
About the TMMK NaviGo Scholars Group:
Meets twice a month on Tuesday evenings (September–April)
One session at the Toyota plant in Georgetown, KY
One session at Bluegrass Technical & Community College (Newtown Campus)
NaviGo Coach is Liza Holland
Timeline:
Applications: Open now through September 3rd (midnight)
Toyota review: September 4–5
Student notifications: Monday, September 8
School notifications: Tuesday, September 9
First Coaching Session: September 16, 5–6:30 PM (BCTC – Newtown)
First Toyota Session: September 23, 5:30–7:30 PM (TMMK plant)
To learn more, visit: https://navigoprep.com/navigo-scholars/
🎨 SCAD Visits Mrs. Grogan’s Classes! 🐝
Students in Mrs. Grogan’s classes had the exciting opportunity to meet with a representative from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)! 🎓✨
During the visit, students learned all about the incredible opportunities SCAD has to offer — from its innovative academic programs in design, animation, fashion, and more, to the vibrant campus life across multiple locations including Savannah, Atlanta, and even internationally. They also got an inside look at SCAD’s athletic programs, showcasing how students can pursue both their creative passions and athletic goals.
To top it all off, students walked away with some awesome SCAD swag! 🎁
A huge thank you to SCAD for inspiring our future creatives and giving them a glimpse into the world of possibilities in art and design!
Students in Mrs. Grogan’s classes had the exciting opportunity to meet with a representative from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)! 🎓✨
During the visit, students learned all about the incredible opportunities SCAD has to offer — from its innovative academic programs in design, animation, fashion, and more, to the vibrant campus life across multiple locations including Savannah, Atlanta, and even internationally. They also got an inside look at SCAD’s athletic programs, showcasing how students can pursue both their creative passions and athletic goals.
To top it all off, students walked away with some awesome SCAD swag! 🎁
A huge thank you to SCAD for inspiring our future creatives and giving them a glimpse into the world of possibilities in art and design!
A huge thank you to our amazing technology coordinator, Andrew Cosciuc! 🙌 He's been working hard to make sure every student is set up for success this school year. From getting new Chromebooks ready and tech accounts set up, to making sure student IDs are good to go, Andrew has been a tremendous help. We appreciate all you do!
Starting out the week celebrating our JCS Excellence in Education High School Teacher of the Year - Mr. McClain! He invests so much in our school, gives his time and effort to help others and our students truly enjoy taking his classes! We are incredibly lucky he is part of the WJHS family! Congratulations!
Ready to make a splash? Join the bass fishing team!
Seniors, it’s time to mark your calendars! 🗓️ We have some very important informational sessions coming up to help you navigate your final year and prepare for your future.
The sun has risen on a new chapter for the Class of 2026! 🌅 This morning, our seniors gathered to watch the sunrise, symbolizing the beginning of their final year at WJHS. It was a beautiful moment to reflect on their journey and look forward to all the memories they'll make this year. Here's to a fantastic senior year! #WJHS #ClassOf2026 #SeniorSunrise #FinalYear #GoColts
💪 Graduate Profile Highlight – Work Ethic 💪
Meet Conall Sharp, a true example of what it means to give 110%! Conall’s relentless drive shows in everything he does—as he maintains top-notch grades that reflect his dedication in the classroom..
#JCSGraduateProfile #WorkEthic #coltpride
🎓 Graduate Profile Highlight – Communication 🎓
Meet Bella Buffano, one of our incredible DTO interns! Bella is putting her top-tier communication skills to work by designing new, recognizable logos and launching initiatives that will leave a lasting impact on our county.
Whether she’s collaborating with team members, presenting fresh ideas, or fine-tuning designs, Bella shows how strong communication opens doors for creativity and success. 🗣️✨
We’re proud to see her living out our JCS Graduate Profile—proving that great communicators don’t just share ideas… they help shape the future! 💡🌟
Meet Bella Buffano, one of our incredible DTO interns! Bella is putting her top-tier communication skills to work by designing new, recognizable logos and launching initiatives that will leave a lasting impact on our county.
Whether she’s collaborating with team members, presenting fresh ideas, or fine-tuning designs, Bella shows how strong communication opens doors for creativity and success. 🗣️✨
We’re proud to see her living out our JCS Graduate Profile—proving that great communicators don’t just share ideas… they help shape the future! 💡🌟
The first days of school can be a whirlwind, but thanks to the hard work and dedication of our Counseling Office Registrar (Mrs. Burton) and Secretary (Mrs. Pickerill), everything runs smoothly. From schedules to paperwork to new student registration, they are the unsung heroes who make the start of the year so much easier for our students and staff. Thank you for all you do, and for keeping all our records straight!
Shout out to Kyle Lewis who is the Graduate Profile Spotlight for Connected Citizenship this week. His work on the JCS Opening Day video alongside our district staff, and his ability to connect with both the school and community are what sets Kyle apart! #coltpride #JCSgraduateprofile
'Tis the season for senior car decorating! ✨ Our seniors are kicking off the year in style, decking out their cars to show off that WJHS spirit. It's a great way to mark the start of an unforgettable final year! We love seeing all the creative designs. Share your photos with us! 🥳 #WJHS #Classof2026 #SeniorYear
Our Colts are all smiles and ready to start the new school year! So happy to see everyone back on campus today. Here's to a great year! Big shout out to Southland Christian Church for donuts this morning!
Our WJHS Staff is ready for the students to return tomorrow! See you tomorrow morning, Colts!
We're having a fantastic time kicking off the new school year with the WJHS staff today! First task? Reconnect and focus on our shared values. Feeling energized and ready to make this an amazing year for our students!
Welcome Mr. Oldham! Happy to have you as a Colt!
Two more new faces at WJHS! Gearing up for a great year! Welcome!
New student orientation was a success! It was good to welcome so many new, smiling faces to our building, to give them some insight into what their time at WJHS will be like, and what it means to be a COLT! Character, Ownership, Leadership, Teamwork, Success!🐴❤️🩵
Help us welcome another new face to the WJHS Family! Our students are so lucky to have our new AND veteran teachers this year! #coltpride
