WEEKLY EVENTS
January 19-25
WEEKLY EVENTS
January 19-25
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January 19-25
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
January 9, 2026
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
January 9, 2026
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
MLK Holiday
MLK Holiday
Don't forget: we will be closed on Monday, January 19th for the MLK Day holiday.
Bundle up and stay warm!
Mentoring Month
Mentoring Month
In recognition of National Mentor Month, we extend our appreciation to the outstanding mentors of Jackson County whose guidance and support make a significant impact. For details, visit: LegacyYouthMentoring.org/volunteer.
Join Our Team
Join Our Team
The Jackson County School System is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year.
Come join our team! It's always a great day to be an Eagle!
Young Georgia Author's Competition
Young Georgia Author's Competition
Attention Eagle writers: The Young Georgia Authors competition is now open for entries! Submit your original work for a chance to win. Please see Mrs. Turco in room 466 if you have questions or to pick up an entry sheet. Submissions are due Jan 29th.
Dual Enrollment Interest
Dual Enrollment Interest
Students: If you completed our DE Interest Survey, please make certain you have checked your email and signed up for a mandatory meeting with Mr. Genaro!
Applications Open for Work-Based Learning
Applications Open for Work-Based Learning
Must be a current 11th or 12th-grade student
Priority consideration is given to seniors
Must have: valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and transportation
Must be on track for graduation
May qualify for one, two, or up to three WBL class blocks per semester
8th-Grade Trip
8th-Grade Trip
Only 10 spaces left for this year's 8th-grade Washington D.C./N.Y. trip!
April 1st-4th, 2026
Register today:
Worldstrides 800-468-5899
Trip ID:222074
Brew Crew Fridays
Brew Crew Fridays
Brew Crew will be selling Iced Coffee and Hot Chocolate on Fridays during all
high school lunches.
$2.00
Spanish Club
Spanish Club
The Spanish club will meet on Wednesday January 21st, right after school in Señora’s Kirk classroom!
FFA Apparel
FFA Apparel
Support our Local FFA: Purchase your FFA SWAG using the QR code shown.
Store closes after March 13, 2026
Hunter Education
Hunter Education
2/12-2/13 @ EJMS
This certification course is open to all students in grades 6+! Students must attend both days!
Discovery Conference
Discovery Conference
Sign Up for the FFA Discovery Conference
Contact Hannah Dinkins with questions: hannah.dinkins@jcss.us.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Pathway Information Night
Pathway Information Night
Join us at Empower on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 5-6:30 pm to discover the exciting pathways available on our campus. Enter through the Student Center to enjoy a tour through our facility, see live demonstrations, and hear from our students about their experiences at Empower!
Dinner & Jazz
Dinner & Jazz
Looking for the perfect Valentine’s date? Don’t miss the EJHS Jazz Dinner on Feb 9 from 6–8 PM. Enjoy a delicious meal catered by Olive Garden while listening to our jazz band. Tickets are $20 per person, benefiting the EJHS Band, and are available until Feb 6. Scan the QR code below and get your tickets now!
EJHS FAFSA Day
EJHS FAFSA Day
Seniors: Need assistance in completing your Financial Aid form for college? We are hosting a FAFSA Day on Tuesday, February 3rd from 8:30am-4:00pm in the EJHS Media Center.
Parents are invited to drop in throughout the day.
Denim & Diamonds
Denim & Diamonds
East Jackson Athletics Booster Club Reverse Raffle:
Saturday, March 14, 2026
5:30–10:00 PM
Ages 21+
Tickets:
• $100 per ticket — includes entry for 2, dinner, and 1 chance to win $10,000
• $400 per table — includes entry for 8, dinner, and 4 chances to win $10,000
Tickets available now — please see a Head Coach or Coach Wheeler and Micki Borsa in the front office to purchase!
HS Golf Tryouts
HS Golf Tryouts
Interested in playing golf this season?
Join us for the interest meeting and tryouts.
Interest Meeting: 1/21 during TAA in the Main Gym
Tryouts: 1/28 at 3:30 PM – Double Oaks
Must have a valid physical on file and transportation to and from practice!
Save the Date for Prom 2026
Save the Date for Prom 2026
April 25, 2026 Commerce Civic Center 7:30-10:30pm
Tickets $55, March 2-April 19 | Tickets $65 After April 19
EAGLE SHOUTOUTS
Library Students of the Month
Library Students of the Month
Congratulations to Lillian Ginn and Claire Hawks, our November and December Library Students of the Month!
Want a chance to win our monthly EJHS media center prize basket? Participate in our various programs and monthly reading challenges and earn tickets for engaging with the library! The more you participate, the greater your chances of winning! Ask for details in the media center.
Mr. & Miss EJHS Candidates
Mr. & Miss EJHS Candidates
Congratulations to the 2026 nominees for Mr. and Miss EJHS. Candidates were chosen based on their leadership, heart, character, involvement, and being a role model. Mr. and Miss EJHS will be announced at half time of the boys basketball game on Tuesday, February 3.
Wrestling Going to State!
Wrestling Going to State!
Your East Jackson Eagles are State Bound!! Great job today wrestlers and coaches!! Come out to next week to East Jackson High School where your 2A GHSA Duals State Championship will be held.
Thank You Coach!
Thank You Coach!
Thank you to Coach Cameron Pettus for your dedication to the East Jackson football program the past seven years! We wish you the best in the next chapter of your life!
Dazzlers Take 1st!
Dazzlers Take 1st!
Congratulations to the Competition Dazzlers! They placed 1st with their high kick routine at the Starrs Mill Invitational recently.
JCSS SOTW
JCSS SOTW
Congratulations to Addison Nichols, who was selected as the district JCSS Student of the Week!
Read more on the
JCSS Facebook Page.
Mindset Hero
Mindset Hero
Congratulations to Ms. Tia Turco, this month's teacher Mindset Hero, selected for her 100% Accountable mindset.
Mindset Hero
Mindset Hero
Congratulations to Colton Nix, this month's student Mindset Hero, selected for his 100% Accountable mindset.
SCHOLARSHIPS & OPPORTUNITIES
Scholarships/Opportunities
Scholarships/Opportunities
Students: Don't miss these scholarship opportunities!
Check them out by visiting:
EJHS Scholarship Opportunities
Eastside Eagle Foundation
Eastside Eagle Foundation
The Eastside Eagle Foundation is sponsoring 3 scholarships for graduating seniors! Deadline to apply is February 17, 2026.
Complete your applications online by visiting:
JCSS Foundation
JCSS Foundation
The JCSS Foundation will be sponsoring 15 scholarships this spring, with 9 dedicated to students who will be graduating from either JCSS high school, and 6 designated for JCSS alumni finishing their college degree!
Learn more by visiting: www.jcssfoundation.org/scholarships and apply online starting Monday, January 5!
ONGOING ANNOUNCEMENTS
SCHOOL MENUS & INFORMATION
High School 2526 Meal Prices (Reduced* | Students | Adults):
Breakfast: $.30* | $1.75 | $3.00
Lunch: $.40* | $2.75 | $5.00
*Free/Reduced: Meals provided free-of-charge for 2526 by the Department of Education for free/reduced-approved students. Apply for free/reduced meals. For more information on our school nutrition department,
visit the JCSS Nutrition Program page on our district website.
Breakfast-January 2026
Breakfast-January 2026
Lunch-January 2026
Lunch-January 2026
SCHOOL PAYMENTS
Make School Payments
Make School Payments
School Window is the payment platform for all JCSS schools. This platform does not require a login, and families can add multiple items from multiple schools to their cart before closing out payment. Furthermore, School Window does not charge families a credit card processing fee. Attached to this message is a family guide to help you learn more about School Window.
You can create your account and make payments by visiting the EJHS School Window Web Page.
Meal Pay Options
Meal Pay Options
Give your students instant access to meal pay funds! With LINQ Connect, you can manage meal balances for all your students in one place. Make secure payments easily from anywhere you have internet access. Feel good knowing your kids have lunch money when they need it.
TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY
Raptor Safe App
Raptor Safe App
We are thrilled to announce that all JCSS schools are adopting the Raptor Safe mobile application as part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety, while streamlining visitor management check-in at our schools. The Raptor Safe app builds upon existing visitor procedures, offering a more convenient and secure check-in process for visitors.
What is the Raptor Safe App? The Raptor Safe app offers a convenient and secure way for visitors to manage and verify their identity before arriving at a school. With the Raptor Passport feature, visitors can pre-verify their identity, allowing for a seamless sign-in process when they arrive on campus.
How Does It Work? When visiting a school, visitors can use their secure QR code generated by the app to expedite the check-in process. QR codes automatically regenerate every 5 minutes to ensure security and prevent misuse.
Getting Started: Click Here to access the Raptor Safe Set Up Guide
Student Parking
Student Parking
Students must display a valid parking pass if parking on campus and MUST park in their own, designated spot. Passes are $70 for the full year or $35 for semester 2. Follow these steps to purchase your parking pass:
View EJHS parking map.
Create an account at gofan.co and select your spot.
Submit required proof of insurance, valid driver’s license, and student information.
Complete payment.
Pick up your pass.
STAY CONNECTED
STAY CONNECTED
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