Parent/Student Handbook

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year. This handbook outlines Jefferson High School’s academic and athletic policies and procedures. In addition to this handbook, District 6 developed a Parent-Student Handbook (District 6 Handbook) that includes more detailed information regarding disciplinary information, as well as the rights and responsibilities of students and parents. The District 6 Handbook can be viewed here. 

Students and parents are expected to review the information contained in the Jefferson Handbook and the District 6 Handbook carefully. Please keep in mind that student and parent rights and responsibilities are covered in greater detail in the District 6 Handbook. If you have any questions or need additional clarification on a topic, please do not hesitate to contact the school’s administrator, Larry Green, at 970-348-1600. For more detailed information regarding board policies, please visit the district’s website here.

Vision Statement

Jefferson High School strives to empower all students to be self-motivated and make wise choices in a diverse, healthy, safe, and nurturing learning environment.

We provide opportunities for acceleration and flexibility to meet the individual needs of students in order to achieve personal, career, and academic success.

Welcome from Principal Larry Green

This past year, we were able to graduate another outstanding class at Jefferson High School and are very excited about the beginning the school year at the new JHS. As we begin our new year, we hope that you and your student will help JHS continue with its rich tradition of academic excellence and school pride for all to follow. An exceptional faculty and staff are looking forward to working with each of you and your students and are excited to establish and achieve your goals and aspirations for your child. Please take time to review the school handbook carefully that your student will be bringing home after the first day. It contains important information that can be helpful to your whole family. This handbook includes information that pertains to Jefferson High School student policies, as well as District 6 board policies.

Statement of Equity

District 6 cultivates a safe, healthy and inclusive learning environment for all, embracing our diversity and engaging all stakeholders.