West Jones High SchoolStudent Guide

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for West Jones High School

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
8
Local details
10

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 1, 2026 – Jul 31, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Campus language

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8 terms

A

Ala Carte
Individual food items sold separately from the full tray meal, typically snacks or bottled drinks.

B

BETA
National Beta Club; an academic honors society for high school students.

F

FCA
Fellowship of Christian Athletes; a student-led religious organization common on campus.
FFA
Future Farmers of America; a large student organization focusing on agricultural education and leadership.

M

Mustang Nation
A collective term for the student body, alumni, and local community supporters of the school.

S

Stangs
A shortened nickname for the West Jones Mustangs, used frequently in chants and social media.

T

The Line
The main cafeteria serving area where standard school lunches are distributed.
TSA
Technology Student Association; a club for students interested in technology and engineering fields.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
Bus Loop
The designated area for bus arrival and departure; students are often instructed to stay clear of this area during dismissal.
Exemptions
The local policy allowing students with high grades and good attendance to skip final exams.
MSIS
Mississippi Student Information System; the specific student ID number used for logins and official identification.
Mustang Stadium
The primary football and athletic field located on the school grounds.
One-to-One
The district policy where every student is issued a Chromebook for school use.
PowerSchool
The digital portal used by students and parents to check grades, attendance, and schedules.
The Ag Building
The facility used for Agricultural Education and FFA activities.
The Band Hall
The dedicated practice facility for the West Jones Mustang Band.
The Field House
The building housing athletic lockers, equipment, and coach offices.
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West Jones High School Cafeteria

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 1, 2026 – Jul 31, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
8 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Laurel for West Jones High School Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Laurel.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

City Transportation

Public Transit

Laurel Transit, Amtrak Crescent

Nearest Airports

Laurel Regional Airport, Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

66.2°F

Avg Snowfall

0.6 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Main Campus Surface Lot

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General parking for students, staff, and visitors.

Campus News

Latest updates from West Jones High School

West Jones vs Hattiesburg Game Recap

The Mustangs faced the Hattiesburg Tigers in a highly anticipated regional matchup.

Oct 30, 2026

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West Jones Adds Another Dominant Win to Their Ledger

Football recap of the Mustangs' victory over the Terry Bulldogs, showcasing a strong defensive performance.

Oct 18, 2026

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The Jones County School District utilizes Hyper Reach and Campus Alerts for emergency text notifications.

The Jones County School District utilizes Hyper Reach and Campus Alerts for emergency text notifications.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at West Jones High School

West Jones vs. Jim Hill (Football)

November 5, 2026

Jim Hill High School

Mustangs boys varsity football game against Jim Hill Tigers.

Progress Reports Issued

November 12, 2026

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Progress reports for the second grading period are issued to students.

Thanksgiving Holidays

November 23, 2026

West Jones High School

School closed for Thanksgiving break; includes a designated 'Bad Weather Day' on Nov 23.

Campus Details

Academic System

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