Happening This Week:
Happening This Week:
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Monday, August 17th:
ESP Club Interest Meeting, 3:15 PM, Grand Staircase
Tuesday, August 18th:
D&D Club, 3:30–4:30 PM
ESP Volleyball Night, 4:00-6:00 PM, JCHS Gym
Wednesday, August 19th:
Free Youth Club, 7:15 AM, Auditorium Lobby, (breakfast will be provided)
Badminton Club Interest Meeting, 3:10–3:45 PM, Learning Cottage 5 (Fine Arts Side)
Thursday, August 20th:
Boys Wrestling Interest Meeting, 7:35 AM, Health Room in the gym
Friday, August 21st:
Fishing Team Interest Meeting, 3:15 PM, Room 4231
Panther Pit Spirit Theme: BLACK OUT
Mark Your Calendars: National Assessment Day
Mark Your Calendars: National Assessment Day
National Assessment Day will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Students will participate in scheduled assessments based on their grade level and registration. Please mark your calendars and watch for additional information as the date approaches.
Fishing Team Interest Meeting
Fishing Team Interest Meeting
Come to the Fishing Team Interest Meeting on Friday, August 21 at 3:15 PM in Room 4231. Stop by to learn more about the team and how to get involved this season!
ESP Volleyball Night
ESP Volleyball Night
Join us on Tuesday, August 18, from 4:00–6:00 PM in the JCHS Main Gym for Volleyball ESP Night! Come out, show your Panther pride, and cheer on our volleyball team!
Extra Special People (ESP) Interest Meeting
Extra Special People (ESP) Interest Meeting
Interested in joining Extra Special People (ESP)? Come learn more and find out how you can get involved!
August 17 • 3:15–4:00 PM • Grand Staircase
QuestBridge National College Match
QuestBridge National College Match
Dream big with the QuestBridge National College Match! High-achieving seniors can explore opportunities to attend some of the nation’s top colleges with full four-year scholarships. Applications are due October 1, 2026. Visit questbridge.org to learn more and apply!
Panther Pit Theme
Panther Pit Theme
Friday night football is back at JCHS! Join us Friday, August 21 as the Panthers take on North Forsyth at home. The Panther Pit theme is BLACK OUT, so Panther Nation—wear black and help us pack the stands!
Boys Wrestling Interest Meeting
Boys Wrestling Interest Meeting
Interested in joining JCHS Boys Wrestling? All current wrestlers and 9th–11th grade students interested in joining the team should attend the information meeting on Thursday, August 20 at 7:35 AM in the Health Room in the gym.
No wrestling experience is necessary. For more information, contact Coach Jim Gassman at james.gassman@jcss.us.
Badminton Club First Meeting
Badminton Club First Meeting
Interested in joining the JCHS Badminton Club? Come to the first meeting on Wednesday, August 19 from 3:10–3:45 PM in LC5, located by the Fine Arts Hall.
Please complete the interest form before the meeting!
Congratulations to our JCHS Teacher of the Year and Support Person of the Year!
Congratulations to our JCHS Teacher of the Year and Support Person of the Year!
Congratulations to Mr. Alex Nichols, JCHS Teacher of the Year, and Mrs. Erin Hughes, JCHS Support Person of the Year!
Mr. Nichols serves as our IB Coordinator and makes a positive impact across JCHS through his leadership, collaboration, and support of students and staff. Mrs. Hughes serves as a Media Assistant in the Library Learning Commons and provides outstanding support to our students and staff each day.
We are proud to recognize Mr. Nichols and Mrs. Hughes for their dedication, hard work, and commitment to making JCHS a great place to learn, work, and grow!
The Week Ahead in Panther Athletics
The Week Ahead in Panther Athletics
Student Athletes of the Week
Student Athletes of the Week
Fall Sports Schedule
Fall Sports Schedule
Check out the JCHS Fall 2026 Athletic Schedule and make plans to support our Panther athletes this season. We look forward to seeing you in the stands—Go Panthers!
2026-27 Panther Passes are ON SALE NOW!
2026-27 Panther Passes are ON SALE NOW!
One digital pass all year!
✅ Covers all regular season home events (excluding tournaments & playoffs)
✅ Skip the ticket line
✅ No individual game service charges
✅ More games=More savings!
Spanish Honor Society
Spanish Honor Society
Spanish Honor Society is now accepting fall applications! You must be in or have taken at least a level 2 Spanish class to apply. Please see Ms. Wangenheim in 4246 or Mrs. Uesseler in 4225 for an application!
Esports Interest Meeting
Esports Interest Meeting
Interested in joining JCHS Esports this fall? Students are invited to attend an interest meeting on Tuesday, August 25 from 3:05–4:00 PM in Mrs. Noland’s Room 4207 (Upper A).
Stop by to learn more about the Esports program and how to get involved!
D&D Club
D&D Club
Join the JCHS D&D Club for tabletop roleplaying, adventure, and fun! The club meets Tuesdays after school from 3:30–4:30 PM. Contact Mrs. McGlamery at abigail.mcglamery@jcss.us for more information.
Pen Friends Club
Pen Friends Club
Looking for a fun way to be creative while giving back? The Pen Friends Club makes cards for veterans, breast cancer patients, senior citizens, pediatric patients, and others in our community. Members can also earn up to two community service hours each month.
The first meeting will be Tuesday, August 25 from 3:15–3:30 PM in Mrs. Donaldson’s Room 5203. Check out the graphic for additional details!
Girls Wrestling
Girls Wrestling
Any JCHS girls interested in joining the Girls Wrestling Program are encouraged to contact Coach Muehling for information about preseason conditioning and getting involved with the team!
Join the 2026–2027 Precision Air Rifle Team!
Join the 2026–2027 Precision Air Rifle Team!
Open to all Jackson County students. No JROTC experience is required. Complete the interest form to receive information about upcoming tryouts.
Sign up HERE
Mens Soccer Interest Meeting
Mens Soccer Interest Meeting
All returning players and students interested in joining the JCHS Men’s Soccer program should attend the upcoming meeting on Friday, September 11 at 3:15 PM at the Grand Stairs.
If you’re interested in Panther Soccer this season, make plans to be there!
International Club
International Club
Interested in learning about different cultures, connecting with other students, and getting involved at JCHS? Join the International Club! The first meeting will be held Thursday, August 27, after school in Upper B Hall.
Scan the QR code to complete the interest form and learn more.
Free Youth Club
Free Youth Club
Join the Free Youth Club every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. in the Auditorium Lobby. The first meeting is August 19, and breakfast will be provided!
Environmental Club Honey Fundraiser
Environmental Club Honey Fundraiser
The Environmental Club is selling local honey to raise money for the outdoor classroom!
Stop by the Grand Staircase after school on Fridays, or see Mrs. Peterson in Room 4125.
Announcements from the Counseling Department
Announcements from the Counseling Department
Click HERE to open the Counseling Department's announcements in a new window.
Key Club Fundraiser
Key Club Fundraiser
Order your Jaxco Blanket today to support Key Club and stay warm and cozy!
Two Apps Every JCHS Family Needs
Two Apps Every JCHS Family Needs
Jackson County High School encourages all parents and guardians to download two essential apps to stay informed and connected throughout the school year.
Infinite Campus Parent Portal provides access to student grades, attendance, schedules, and notifications.
ParentSquare is our main communication tool for school updates, teacher messages, and important district information.
Both apps are available for Apple and Android devices and are important tools for supporting your student’s success at JCHS.
If you need help accessing your Infinite Campus account, please visit this link to request assistance.
Personal Electronic Device Policy
Personal Electronic Device Policy
Free ACT/SAT Workshops from UGA
Free ACT/SAT Workshops from UGA
The University of Georgia’s Center for Continuing Education offers free online ACT/SAT workshops for high school students. These workshops are a great opportunity for students preparing for test day or looking for strategies to improve their scores.
Upcoming workshops will be held on:
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Registration is required to attend. UGA also offers more in-depth SAT and ACT preparation courses for a fee.
Register for a workshop or explore additional test preparation courses
Junior Leadership Jackson Applications Are Open
Junior Leadership Jackson Applications Are Open
Junior Leadership Jackson is an eight-month leadership program for juniors and seniors. Participants will develop leadership skills, explore local government and public service, build relationships, and take part in community-focused field trips and learning opportunities.
Students can complete the online application or scan the QR code on the flyer.
Application Deadline: September 11, 2026
Planning for College? Take the ACT or SAT!
Planning for College? Take the ACT or SAT!
Many four-year colleges and universities consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process. Because testing requirements vary by institution, students should check the Admissions page of each college’s website to determine whether scores are required.
We recommend that students take the ACT or SAT for the first time during the fall or spring semester of their junior year. This provides time to receive scores, identify areas for improvement, and retake the test if needed.
Upcoming SAT
Test Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 7, 2026
Late Registration Deadline: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Register for the SAT and view additional dates and deadlines
Upcoming ACT
Test Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 14, 2026
Late Registration Deadline: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Register for the ACT and view additional dates and deadlines
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Visit the Jackson County High School website for more information!
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