C.L. Jones Middle School

February has been such a FUN and exciting month for our CLJ Circle of Friends group! ❤️

Check out this fun obstacle course that was created by our peers. Everyone was paired up and hooked together, which meant they had to communicate, cooperate, and work as a team to make it through each challenge. There were lots of laughs, encouragement, and teamwork along the way. What a fun and memorable experience for everyone involved!

2026/2027 MHS Cheer Tryouts!

7th BBB vs. Hastings Middle School: Reminder that games start at 4:15 pm at the Middle School. Order of games will be C-B-A. Go Whippets!

🏆 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CHAMPIONS FOR COACHES AWARD WINNERS! Champions for Coaches go the extra mile for their schools and communities, making a lasting impact on students across Nebraska. These individuals will be honored at halftime of the Boys Basketball Championship on March 13th. See the full story here: bit.ly/3MJxPqt #nebpreps

Reminder: The middle school dance will be held Friday, February 13th from 6pm-8pm at the middle school cafeteria for 7th and 8th grade students.

Some parts around town are slick. Be take your time, slow down, and be safe.

Little Whippet Cheer Camp reminder that the last day to register is February 5th

Middle school girls wrestling at Lexington

Next week isn't just for P/T Conferences—it’s time for the Scholastic Book Fair at CLJMS! While parents are meeting with teachers, head to the library to grab the latest graphic novels, bestsellers, and, of course, all the cool posters and pens you can handle. Open after school next week (Feb 2nd-5th) and during conferences!

TeamMates Mentee Night & Chuck-a-duck fundraiser

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23
TeamMates night and Chuck-a-duck Fundraiser is this Friday at the home basketball game against Holdrege. All MENTEES will get in free and a free drink and popcorn.

Credit/Debit Card Payments Now Accepted at MHS/CLJ Home Events!!

We are excited to announce that we are now able to accept credit/debit card payments for ADMISSION AND CONCESSIONS at MPS home events! We are able to accept both card payments as well as apple pay. We are starting this service on Thursday January 15th for the home junior high boys basketball games and we will offer this option for Friday home wrestling and Saturday home basketball as well. We then will continue to offer this option at most home events moving forward. We know this will be a great convenience for those who prefer to use a card over cash.

PLEASE NOTE:
1. There is a processing fee that the customer will pay per transaction.
2. We WILL continue to take cash as we have always done.

GO WHIPPETS!!

2nd semester fine arts posters are in! You can pick up a copy or a wallet size at the Minden High School office or at First Bank on the square! GO WHIPPETS!!

MPS is looking for teachers and an administrator to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. If interested, please apply at https://www.mindenwhippets.org/page/employment

MPS is for a ParaProfessional to join our team. Please apply at https://www.mindenwhippets.org/page/employment

We know the weather will be a factor this winter. If we have a late start on Fridays, we will have a 3:20/3:30 dismissal. Remember to give yourself extra time and space, and reduce your speed. Be Safe and Go Whippets!

The middle school Bingo night scheduled for Friday, January 9th will be postponed to another date. We will let you know when a new date has been decided.

🍪 CLJMS Snack Attack! 🍿 Join us tomorrow after school in the lobby for our final Snack Attack of 2025! All items are just $1–$2, so grab a treat and enjoy! We’ll have delicious homemade goodies like puppy chow, cake pops, and caramel popcorn. Don’t miss out on the snacks!

CLJMS Christmas Dress Up Days!

Come hungry for the Wrestling Meet Friday. C. L. Jones Patent Advisory Committee has a great menu planned!