With rain in Thursday’s forecast, the Fredonia JH & HS Cross Country teams are hitting the course TODAY at Central Heights, one day earlier than originally scheduled!
The first race takes off at 3:45 PM.
Best of luck, Jackets!
The first race takes off at 3:45 PM.
Best of luck, Jackets!
The Junior High Jackets came ready to compete, and they proved it on the opening kickoff!
After sending the ball downfield, Daxin Wallace hustled down, knocked it loose from the returner, recovered it on the run, and took it in for a touchdown. McCoy added the conversion, giving Fredonia an exciting start!
What followed was a competitive, back-and-forth battle that came down to the wire. Defending the run required patience and discipline, and the Jackets played with heart throughout. When a play didn’t go their way, they lined up, reset, and attacked the next opportunity with a “next play” mentality.
While Fredonia couldn’t quite pull out the win, the team showed toughness, determination, and a solid effort in every phase of the game. The scoreboard was disheartening, but the Jackets gave themselves plenty to build on as they continue to grow.
The fifth-quarter crew also made the most of its time on the field, disrupting plays on defense and moving the ball well on offense.
Keep working and growing, Jackets!
After sending the ball downfield, Daxin Wallace hustled down, knocked it loose from the returner, recovered it on the run, and took it in for a touchdown. McCoy added the conversion, giving Fredonia an exciting start!
What followed was a competitive, back-and-forth battle that came down to the wire. Defending the run required patience and discipline, and the Jackets played with heart throughout. When a play didn’t go their way, they lined up, reset, and attacked the next opportunity with a “next play” mentality.
While Fredonia couldn’t quite pull out the win, the team showed toughness, determination, and a solid effort in every phase of the game. The scoreboard was disheartening, but the Jackets gave themselves plenty to build on as they continue to grow.
The fifth-quarter crew also made the most of its time on the field, disrupting plays on defense and moving the ball well on offense.
Keep working and growing, Jackets!
Last week was a BIG one on the course for Jacket Cross Country, with our junior high runners competing at the Southeast Invitational on Thursday before the high school squad took on the Rim Rock Farms Classic Saturday!
At Southeast, Kallen Evans dominated the 7th-grade boys race, leading from start to finish and taking 1st place by an incredible 1 minute, 16 seconds!
Xavier Fink followed with a strong 3rd-place finish, using a great kick down the stretch to hold off a Pittsburg runner.
Making his cross country debut, Emilio Jimenez worked his way from around 12th midway through the race to an impressive 6th-place finish!
Then it was on to the legendary Rim Rock Farms Classic for our high school runners! With approximately 2,500 athletes competing, Rim Rock is already known for its hills and challenging terrain. Add in rain, mud and a course torn up from earlier races, and the Jackets had an even bigger challenge ahead.
But our runners battled!
Abigail Hazelwood placed 83rd out of 273 runners and set a new PR, while Izzy Cole finished 196th with a season-best time and improved her Rim Rock time from last season by more than two minutes!
Sayhlaa Beaumont tackled her first-ever 5K and, despite taking a fall and ending up covered in mud, showed plenty of grit and finished strong!
On the boys side, Hayden Harding placed 73rd out of 391 runners, finishing nearly 40 seconds faster than he did at Rim Rock last season.
Eli McCormick, Sylar Eaton and Christian Ried completed their first-ever 5K races, finishing 246th, 290th and 346th, respectively, while Landon Chism battled through his first 5K of the season.
From podium finishes and PRs to first-ever races and muddy battles to the finish line, last week was full of growth, toughness and Jacket grit!
At Southeast, Kallen Evans dominated the 7th-grade boys race, leading from start to finish and taking 1st place by an incredible 1 minute, 16 seconds!
Xavier Fink followed with a strong 3rd-place finish, using a great kick down the stretch to hold off a Pittsburg runner.
Making his cross country debut, Emilio Jimenez worked his way from around 12th midway through the race to an impressive 6th-place finish!
Then it was on to the legendary Rim Rock Farms Classic for our high school runners! With approximately 2,500 athletes competing, Rim Rock is already known for its hills and challenging terrain. Add in rain, mud and a course torn up from earlier races, and the Jackets had an even bigger challenge ahead.
But our runners battled!
Abigail Hazelwood placed 83rd out of 273 runners and set a new PR, while Izzy Cole finished 196th with a season-best time and improved her Rim Rock time from last season by more than two minutes!
Sayhlaa Beaumont tackled her first-ever 5K and, despite taking a fall and ending up covered in mud, showed plenty of grit and finished strong!
On the boys side, Hayden Harding placed 73rd out of 391 runners, finishing nearly 40 seconds faster than he did at Rim Rock last season.
Eli McCormick, Sylar Eaton and Christian Ried completed their first-ever 5K races, finishing 246th, 290th and 346th, respectively, while Landon Chism battled through his first 5K of the season.
From podium finishes and PRs to first-ever races and muddy battles to the finish line, last week was full of growth, toughness and Jacket grit!
If you haven’t heard yet, Mrs. Markham has created an awesome attendance incentive program for our ELC and Lincoln students...Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
Each month brings a new way to celebrate great attendance, with rewards based on perfect attendance or the highest percentage of attendance. From popsicle and popcorn parties to snow cones, extra recess, pizza and more, there’s something exciting to work toward all year!
Check out the flyer for all the details, and remember: Be here. Be on time. Be awesome!
Each month brings a new way to celebrate great attendance, with rewards based on perfect attendance or the highest percentage of attendance. From popsicle and popcorn parties to snow cones, extra recess, pizza and more, there’s something exciting to work toward all year!
Check out the flyer for all the details, and remember: Be here. Be on time. Be awesome!
Mrs. Staker recently completed the Journalism Education Association’s 2024–2026 Mentoring Cohort, marking another exciting step in a journey that has taken her from business and human services to teaching math and now into the world of yearbook and student journalism!
When Mrs. Staker added Yearbook to the classes she teaches, she was stepping back into something she hadn’t done since she was an eighth grader in the 1980s! With the guidance of JEA mentor Laura Hayden, she has spent the past two years learning, growing, and building a yearbook program that puts students right in the middle of the action.
And that growth is showing! At a recent football game, Mrs. Staker was actually able to sit back and enjoy the game while her student photographers...and even a student photographer manager, handled the coverage. That’s student leadership in action!
Congratulations, Mrs. Staker, on completing your mentoring cohort and continuing to create opportunities for our students to learn beyond the classroom.
Here’s to Year 3!
When Mrs. Staker added Yearbook to the classes she teaches, she was stepping back into something she hadn’t done since she was an eighth grader in the 1980s! With the guidance of JEA mentor Laura Hayden, she has spent the past two years learning, growing, and building a yearbook program that puts students right in the middle of the action.
And that growth is showing! At a recent football game, Mrs. Staker was actually able to sit back and enjoy the game while her student photographers...and even a student photographer manager, handled the coverage. That’s student leadership in action!
Congratulations, Mrs. Staker, on completing your mentoring cohort and continuing to create opportunities for our students to learn beyond the classroom.
Here’s to Year 3!
Best of luck to our Unified Partners as they hit the road for Pittsburg today and take to the lanes for a great day of bowling competition!
The Lady Jackets are hitting the road to Cherryvale tonight for a full evening of volleyball!
C-Team gets things started at 4:00 PM, followed by the Lady Jackets taking on Cherryvale at 5 PM before closing out the night against Neodesha at 6 PM.
Bring the energy, compete hard, and LET’S GO LADY JACKETS!
C-Team gets things started at 4:00 PM, followed by the Lady Jackets taking on Cherryvale at 5 PM before closing out the night against Neodesha at 6 PM.
Bring the energy, compete hard, and LET’S GO LADY JACKETS!
Ten FJSHS students hit the road for Wichita State University today to take part in the 2026 Kansas Scholastic Press Association (KSPA) Fall Conference!
It’s a great day to learn, connect, and sharpen their skills in the world of student journalism and media!
It’s a great day to learn, connect, and sharpen their skills in the world of student journalism and media!
Get the Facts. Ask the Questions. Be Informed.
With the November 3 school bond vote approaching, USD 484 invites community members to attend one of two upcoming informational meetings.
These meetings are an opportunity to hear directly from the district, learn more about the proposed projects, understand what the bond would mean for our schools and community and, most importantly, ask your questions and get the facts.
Tuesday, October 6 @ 6:00 PM
Fredonia Jr/Sr High School Commons
Sunday, October 25 @ 5:00 PM
Fredonia Jr/Sr High School Commons
Whether you have questions about the proposed improvements, costs, tax impact, timelines, or simply want to learn more, we encourage you to join us.
Come with your questions. Leave with the facts.
With the November 3 school bond vote approaching, USD 484 invites community members to attend one of two upcoming informational meetings.
These meetings are an opportunity to hear directly from the district, learn more about the proposed projects, understand what the bond would mean for our schools and community and, most importantly, ask your questions and get the facts.
Tuesday, October 6 @ 6:00 PM
Fredonia Jr/Sr High School Commons
Sunday, October 25 @ 5:00 PM
Fredonia Jr/Sr High School Commons
Whether you have questions about the proposed improvements, costs, tax impact, timelines, or simply want to learn more, we encourage you to join us.
Come with your questions. Leave with the facts.
Students in Vocational Math 2 are taking data beyond the textbook while working toward their NC3 Data Analytics - Certification with Trane!
As part of the certification, students are learning how to collect, analyze, organize, and present data before putting those skills to work on a topic of their own choosing.
Tony Beard dug into 50 years of rainfall data, combining math with his own curiosity as he prepares for his future plans of enlisting in the Army after graduation.
Ava Reynolds explored data surrounding how much adults walk, sharpening her data-analysis skills while looking ahead to a possible career as a travel agent.
From rainfall trends to everyday movement, these students are discovering that numbers tell a story and learning how to turn raw data into information they can communicate and use in the real world!
As part of the certification, students are learning how to collect, analyze, organize, and present data before putting those skills to work on a topic of their own choosing.
Tony Beard dug into 50 years of rainfall data, combining math with his own curiosity as he prepares for his future plans of enlisting in the Army after graduation.
Ava Reynolds explored data surrounding how much adults walk, sharpening her data-analysis skills while looking ahead to a possible career as a travel agent.
From rainfall trends to everyday movement, these students are discovering that numbers tell a story and learning how to turn raw data into information they can communicate and use in the real world!
Students Supporting Students!
Abigail Alexander, Brennan Kelley and Kadance Morrow are making an impact through their FCCLA STAR Event, Sister 2 Sister!
After recognizing some of the challenges 7th–9th grade girls can face while navigating school, friendships, and their well-being, the trio created Sister 2 Sister...a mentoring program that connects younger students, or “Little Sisters,” with girls in 10th grade and above who serve as “Big Sisters.”
Each month, the group comes together to talk about real-life concerns, build connections, participate in activities, and most importantly, create a support system where younger students know they have someone in their corner.
Their hard work caught the attention of Mrs. Couch, who nominated Sister 2 Sister for STAR Event of the Month!
What started as a STAR Event has become something even bigger...a chance to build friendships, strengthen confidence, and make a positive difference right here at FJSHS.
Way to go, Abigail, Brennan, and Kadance!
Abigail Alexander, Brennan Kelley and Kadance Morrow are making an impact through their FCCLA STAR Event, Sister 2 Sister!
After recognizing some of the challenges 7th–9th grade girls can face while navigating school, friendships, and their well-being, the trio created Sister 2 Sister...a mentoring program that connects younger students, or “Little Sisters,” with girls in 10th grade and above who serve as “Big Sisters.”
Each month, the group comes together to talk about real-life concerns, build connections, participate in activities, and most importantly, create a support system where younger students know they have someone in their corner.
Their hard work caught the attention of Mrs. Couch, who nominated Sister 2 Sister for STAR Event of the Month!
What started as a STAR Event has become something even bigger...a chance to build friendships, strengthen confidence, and make a positive difference right here at FJSHS.
Way to go, Abigail, Brennan, and Kadance!
Fall is in the air and so is the sound of music!
The Fredonia High School Choirs are ready to fill the FJSHS Theater with music for their Fall Concert on Wednesday, September 30 at 7:00 PM!
Come enjoy an evening featuring the Select Singers and Combined High School Choir as our talented students take the stage and showcase the work they’ve been putting in this fall.
Admission is FREE, so bring the family, grab a seat, and come support our Yellowjacket vocalists!
The Fredonia High School Choirs are ready to fill the FJSHS Theater with music for their Fall Concert on Wednesday, September 30 at 7:00 PM!
Come enjoy an evening featuring the Select Singers and Combined High School Choir as our talented students take the stage and showcase the work they’ve been putting in this fall.
Admission is FREE, so bring the family, grab a seat, and come support our Yellowjacket vocalists!
Our HS JV Yellowjackets are hitting the road tonight to take on the Humboldt Cubs! Kickoff is set for 6:00 PM.
Tonight’s matchup will look a little different, as the teams will battle it out 8-man style due to lower roster numbers on both sides.
A schedule update for next week: Monday’s JV game against Riverton has been canceled due to numbers as well. Both programs are working to build those rosters back up!
Good luck tonight, Jackets!
Tonight’s matchup will look a little different, as the teams will battle it out 8-man style due to lower roster numbers on both sides.
A schedule update for next week: Monday’s JV game against Riverton has been canceled due to numbers as well. Both programs are working to build those rosters back up!
Good luck tonight, Jackets!
A BIG DAY for our first-year FFA members!
Today, 16 of our first-year FFA members traveled to Girard for the Southeast District FFA Greenhand Conference and they represented Fredonia well!
Members put their FFA knowledge to the test with a 50 question FFA Information Exam and Fredonia placed 5th out of 29 chapters!
Kinzley Evans and Kenidee Bracken had an outstanding showing, tying for 15th place individually out of 516 members on the FFA Information Test!
Kinzley also stepped up to represent our chapter in the Spelldown Competition, which puts an FFA twist on a traditional spelling bee by challenging members with FFA knowledge questions.
Throughout the day, our Greenhands jumped into workshops covering careers, SAEs (Supervised Agricultural Experiences), and leadership. They also explored different Career Development Events and Leadership Development Events at the CDE/LDE Fair and heard an inspiring message from Jory Ratzlaff, past Kansas FFA President and Kansas FFA National Officer Candidate.
And we can't forget our Creed speakers! Kenidee Bracken and Morgan Vorhees took on the challenge of memorizing and presenting the FFA Creed and did an amazing job representing our chapter!
From testing their knowledge to stepping outside their comfort zones and discovering everything FFA has to offer, it was a GREAT day of learning, leadership, and growth for our first-year members.
Way to represent Fredonia FFA!
Today, 16 of our first-year FFA members traveled to Girard for the Southeast District FFA Greenhand Conference and they represented Fredonia well!
Members put their FFA knowledge to the test with a 50 question FFA Information Exam and Fredonia placed 5th out of 29 chapters!
Kinzley Evans and Kenidee Bracken had an outstanding showing, tying for 15th place individually out of 516 members on the FFA Information Test!
Kinzley also stepped up to represent our chapter in the Spelldown Competition, which puts an FFA twist on a traditional spelling bee by challenging members with FFA knowledge questions.
Throughout the day, our Greenhands jumped into workshops covering careers, SAEs (Supervised Agricultural Experiences), and leadership. They also explored different Career Development Events and Leadership Development Events at the CDE/LDE Fair and heard an inspiring message from Jory Ratzlaff, past Kansas FFA President and Kansas FFA National Officer Candidate.
And we can't forget our Creed speakers! Kenidee Bracken and Morgan Vorhees took on the challenge of memorizing and presenting the FFA Creed and did an amazing job representing our chapter!
From testing their knowledge to stepping outside their comfort zones and discovering everything FFA has to offer, it was a GREAT day of learning, leadership, and growth for our first-year members.
Way to represent Fredonia FFA!
A little late on the announcement, but Kennedy DiVietro hit the course at Fort Scott today!
We’re excited to hear how she did and will share results as soon as they come in. Way to represent the Jackets, Kennedy!
We’re excited to hear how she did and will share results as soon as they come in. Way to represent the Jackets, Kennedy!
Our HS Yellowjacket Cross Country runners hit the road yesterday morning and headed to Rim Rock Farms in Lawrence for today's competition! The girls kick things off at 11:30 AM, followed by the boys at 12:05 PM.
Rain, mud, or shine, our Jackets are ready to tackle the course and give it everything they've got!
Wishing our runners the best of luck as they take on the hills, the mud, and the competition today!
Rain, mud, or shine, our Jackets are ready to tackle the course and give it everything they've got!
Wishing our runners the best of luck as they take on the hills, the mud, and the competition today!
Weekly Calendar 2026
September 28 - October 4
September 28 - October 4
Our Lady Jackets are hitting the road bright and early this morning as they head to the Burlington Invitational!
The action kicks off at 8:30 AM against Baxter Springs, followed by matchups with Oswego and Lyndon.
With only the top four teams advancing to bracket play, our ladies are ready to battle for their spot!
Best of luck today, Lady Jackets!
The action kicks off at 8:30 AM against Baxter Springs, followed by matchups with Oswego and Lyndon.
With only the top four teams advancing to bracket play, our ladies are ready to battle for their spot!
Best of luck today, Lady Jackets!
Our Yellowjackets are ready to defend their home turf as we welcome the Humboldt Cubs tonight!
Kickoff is set for 7 PM, so grab your black and gold, pack the stands, and bring your LOUDEST cheers!
Let’s fill Gene John Stadium with Jacket Pride and show our boys some hometown support!
LET’S GO, JACKETS!
Kickoff is set for 7 PM, so grab your black and gold, pack the stands, and bring your LOUDEST cheers!
Let’s fill Gene John Stadium with Jacket Pride and show our boys some hometown support!
LET’S GO, JACKETS!
Mrs. Houghton’s woodworking classes are getting into the fall spirit! Students across several class periods put their creativity and woodworking skills to the test, bringing their very own wood block Frankensteins to life!
Check out these spooktacular creations!
Check out these spooktacular creations!
