West Jefferson High School
Named Jostens® Renaissance® School of Distinction
140 Schools Honored with National School
Climate and Culture Award
West Jefferson, OH, August 21, 2025 — Jostens has announced that West Jefferson High School has been named as a Renaissance School of Distinction.
The Jostens Renaissance School of Distinction designation was created to celebrate those schools that are making a positive impact on their school climate and culture through executing The Results Formula™: Respect + Reinforce + Recognize + Reward + Relationships = Results™.
"Jostens is honored to recognize our Renaissance Schools of Distinction," said Sara Sausker, Director of Jostens Renaissance Education. “The passion and dedication of the educators and student leaders at these schools are a driving force in building a culture of achievement, pride and belonging. Each of these schools have demonstrated measurable results in the areas of their own focus, often educator morale or academic achievement. At the same time, they create a culture where every student belongs, not just attends. These schools truly create exceptional environment for both staff and students.”
The School of Distinction award designation was achieved by 140 schools across North America and demonstrates the highest level of accomplishment. To reach this level, schools implemented strategies in eight or more separate areas and described and documented their successes through a rigorous application process. Silver is the lowest level, with the fewest requirements, followed by Gold and then Platinum, which is the ultimate level of recognition a school can receive from Jostens Renaissance. More information is available at jostensrenaissance.com/2025-schools-of-distinction/.