February 13, 2023
February 13-17: FCCLA Week
February 13:
Our WBL Coordinator, Mr. Maxwell, will be in the JCHS Cafteria during lunches.
Concert Bands Pre-LGPE Concert, Auditorium
5:30PM: HS Concert Band
6:00PM: 7th Grade Concert Band
6:30PM: 8th Grade Symphonic Band
7:00PM: 8th Grade Concert Band
7:30PM: 8th Grade Symphonic Band
8:00PM: HS Symphonic Band
8:30PM: Wind Ensemble
February 14: US Navy Representatives will be in the JCHS Cafeteria during lunches.
February 15: Girls Who Code priority consideration deadline
February 16: Valdosta State University Representatives will be in the JCHS Cafeteria during lunches.
February 17-21: Winter Break (No School for Students)
Please note: Athletic Events are posted in the Panther Athletics sections.
February 28: JaxCo Support Society Meeting after school, Room 5110
March 1:
Sophomore Class Meeting During Advisement
Students must be registered and paid in full for AP Exams on Total Registration by March 1, 2023 @ 3PM.
March 7: Apply to UNG Day during Advisement
March 9:
Class Ring Representatives at JCHS in the Cafe from 11:00AM-1:30PM
Class Ring Representatives at JCHS at the Grand Staircase from 5-7PM
Chorus, Pre-LGPE Concert, 7PM, Auditorium
March 10:
WBL Applications Due
Class Ring Representatives at JCHS in the Cafe from 11:00AM-1:30PM
Scholastic Images will be on campus during lunches
March 16: Dance, Spring Showcase, 7PM, Auditorium
Purpose: To offer after school academic support that provides additional reinforcement of skills needed for academic success. Support will be available for English, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
Dates Offered: Tuesday and Thursday from February 7th to May 11th
Time: 3:15-4:15
How do I register my student? Please complete THIS FORM if you would like for your student to attend after school support for Week 3 (February 23rd). The form will close on February 15th at 5:00PM for Week 3 for any student needing bus transportation (the form will remain open for students that can provide their own transportation). If a student needing bus transportation is NOT registered by the deadline, then BUS TRANSPORTATION WILL NOT BE PROVIDED.
Please note: Food will not be provided. If desired, please bring a snack from home.
For students enrolled in AP courses during 2nd Semester:
Registration for 2nd Semester AP exams is now available through Total Registration.
Students must be registered and paid in full on Total Registration by March 1, 2023 @ 3PM.
The AP testing exam schedule is located at our JCHS AP web page.
AP Letter Spring 2023: Explains the AP Exam Registration Process, Exam Fees, and Important Dates.
AP Exam Information Spring 2023: The presentation outlines important information about AP Exams.
Click HERE for a Printable Exam Schedule
IMPORTANT EXAM NOTES
ALL EOC TESTING WILL OCCUR ON THE JCHS CAMPUS. Students testing for EOC exams that normally attend EMPOWER in the mornings will need to remain on the JCHS campus to take their exam.
NO early exams will be administered
NO check-outs are allowed during exams
If a student is absent for a scheduled exam, a zero will be entered in IC until the exam is made-up
List of AP Exam Dates (not included on the printable exam schedule)
List of IB Exam Dates (not included on the printable exam schedule)
FINAL EXAMS: EXEMPTION POLICY
In order to earn an exam exemption in a class, the student must have an A (weighted average) in the course.
A final exam does NOT include an EOC, EOPA, or other mandated assessment.
EARLY RELEASE PROCEDURES: May 22nd and May 23rd
Car riders and students who drive may leave campus at 10:55
Lunch: 10:55-11:20 (all students) with a release to buses by 11:25
It's Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Week!
FCCLA is an incREDible (that's the theme this year) national student organization with the family as its central focus for service, leadership development, and career exploration.
The JCHS Semi-Formal is Saturday, February 25th from 8:00-10:00 PM in the JCHS Main Gym. Below is some important information you will need to know if you are planning to attend:
TICKETS: $15 Each
Pre-Sale ONLY (no tickets will be sold at the door)
Tickets will be on sale through School Pay until Thursday, February 23rd at 3:30 PM.
GUESTS: (must be in at least 9th grade and no older than 20 years old)
Guest forms are available in the main office and cafe at JCHS
Guest forms are due to Mrs. Armendariz in the front office by Wednesday, February 22nd at 3:00 PM.
Have someone you'd like to show your appreciation for this Valentine's Day? The JCHS International Club will be selling REAL roses for $3 to be delivered by us on Valentine's Day. Rose will include a rose sleeve, a note, and a treat for your loved one! Sales will begin February 1st-13th in the café during lunches. See Mrs. Edwards in room 4229 if you have any questions.
Check out February's newsletter to find out everything that's happening in the Jaxco Library Learning Commons this month!
Level up by becoming a coder this summer with Girls Who Code! Choose your own adventure through our two free virtual programs and get the skills, network, and lifelong college and career support you need to change the world. All high school girls and non-binary students are welcome to apply, including past participants! Get started at girlswhocode.com/summerapply or attend a webinar. Make sure to apply by February 15th for priority consideration or by March 24th for the general application deadline.
The University of North Georgia in Dahlonega is extending an invitation to high school students to participate in the 4-day FREE Camp Logistics this summer from June 26-29, 2023. During the mornings each day, students will learn about Logistics, listen to experts from the industry and complete interesting activities in the area. Lunch is provided every day free of charge. In the afternoons, the participants will go on field trip to Logistics companies such as Kubota, Kings Hawaiian, Syfan Logistics etc. to witness Logistics in action. The Camp is sponsored by University of North Georgia and Syfan Logistics. Students will find this short Camp to be informative and beneficial as they decide their future course of action beyond high school. Participants can visit go.ung.edu/camp-logistics to learn more and apply to attend this free Camp.
Certificate of Enrollment Request Form
Completed forms are only valid for 30 days.
The JCHS Wind Ensemble was visited by Dr. Kerry Rittenhouse from Young Harris College this week. He shared with our students the opportunities they have in music education and the ability to continue their playing while in college!
Jaxco Panther Soccer honored First Responders and Military at Tuesday's match against Cherokee Bluff.
JCHS senior, Kyle Steeb participates in Work-Based Learning (WBL) because he wanted to learn a high-demand, skills trade to make himself more marketable. As a plumbing apprentice, Kyle works two blocks with Jefferson Plumbing Company. This WBL placement allows Kyle to learn the trade while evaluating this a career option for his future.
WBL Job Board
ALL are welcome to please visit our WBL Job Board if you are seeking a job opportunity. Click here to see the WBL Job Board.
Are you interested in learning more about a career? Interested in earning money or valuable experience? You can do this through our Work-Based Learning (WBL) program at JCHS.
What is Work-Based Learning? WBL is an elective credit class that allows students to leave campus and go to work for 1 - 3 periods each semester. Along with work requirements, students must submit a monthly timesheet and do other assignments that help prepare the student for employability. Applying for WBL does not guarantee acceptance into the program. If interested in WBL, visit this link or scan the QR code to complete the WBL application. The application deadline is March 10th, 2023.
Congratulations to our Jackson County High School Class of 2023 Valedictorian & Salutatorian!
Attention Seniors: If you have not paid for your cap and gown package. Do not miss the deadline!
We are so excited to celebrate your accomplishment with you in May, but before you celebrate, you MUST purchase your cap and gown package. The deadline to purchase is March 1st. After that date, a late fee will be assessed.
You can purchase your cap and gown package anytime online at www.scholasticimages.com or over the phone at (770) 614-9353! We can’t wait to see you cross the stage in May. Any questions? Please reach out to Mrs. Pitman at epitman@jcss.us.
Updated Information for Seniors:
Click here for the Senior Information Packet.
Scholastic Images will be on campus FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10th during lunch, so don’t miss out on placing your orders for:
Senior Cap & Gown Packages! IF YOU HAVE NOT PAID YOUR SENIOR DUES PLEASE PLAN TO DO SO THIS WEEK!
Letter Jacket Orders for any student who has earned a letter!
If ordering a letter jacket, bring a $100 deposit along with proof that you earned your letter (actual award letter or certificate) and Scholastic Images will custom-size you and walk you through the rest!
You can also order anytime online at www.scholasticimages.com or over the phone at (770) 614-9353!
Official Jackson County Graduation Announcements: We cannot believe how quickly the year has gone by and before you know it, our Seniors will be walking across the stage at graduation! Make sure everyone knows how hard you have worked to achieve one of the best moments of your life and announce your graduation with style. Click HERE to learn more about ordering your Official Jackson County Graduation Announcements.
We have SO MANY amazing opportunities and events occurring at JCHS. The presentation below is a "one-stop-shop" to learn about the "happenings" at JCHS. We will house all of our digital flyers in this section of the Panther Press each week. Also, the digital flyers are displayed throughout the school on our Visix boards.
SIGNING DAY
Four Panthers signed Letters of Intent to play at the collegiate level on Wednesday. Football players Jesse Combs and Riley Konarski signed with Carson-Newman University and Bluffton University, while baseball players Spencer Muffuletto and Drew Mathews signed with Piedmont University and Toccoa Falls College. It was a Great Day to be a Panther!
TRACK AND FIELD SEASON BEGINS
Panther Track and Field traveled to Dacula on Friday for their first meet of the season.
GIRLS
Girls: 2nd overall
Julia Crowthers: 1st place, 3200 meters
Girls 4x800: 1st place
Erin O'Brien: 1st place, 1600 meters & 800 meters
Talina Thompson: 2nd place, 800 meters
Morgan Eldridge: 2nd place, 1600 meters
Sole Bailey: 1st place, 300 meter hurdles
Kameryn Shaw Foreman: 1st place, 400 meters
Girls 4x400: 1st place
Audrianna Lindquist: 3rd place, Shotput
Kennedy Stone - 3rd place, Long Jump
BOYS
Boys: 3rd overall
Boys 4x100: 1st place
Jacob Coombs: 1st place 110 meter hurdles
Chris Baxter: 2nd place, 110 meter hurdles
Chris Baxter: 2nd place, 300 meter hurdles
Drew Scott: 3rd place, 800 meters
Boys 4x400: 2nd place
Alex Southivong: 2nd place, Triple Jump
Boys 4x200: 3rd place
BASKETBALL REGION TOURNAMENT STARTS THIS WEEK
Both the girls and boys basketball squads will take on Apalachee on Monday to open the Region 8-AAAAAA tournament. All games will be hosted at Habersham Central. The teams travelled to Habersham to play the Raiders on Friday night.
PANTHERS ADVANCE TO STATE IN MACON
SOCCER OPENS REGION PLAY WITH WINS
Both soccer teams opened their Region 8-AAAAAA schedules on Friday against the Shiloh Generals. The girls fell behind 3-0 early, but rallied back for a 9-4 win, while the boys lost a tough match 3-0.
The boys also beat Cherokee Bluff this week.
BASEBALL OPENS THEIR SEASON
NEW INFORMATION:
HOPE CAREER GRANT: Through the HOPE Career Grant, TCSG offers tuition-free programs in 18 in-demand career opportunities. Click HERE to learn more!
Medical Surgical Arts Scholarship: Click HERE to learn more about the $1,000 scholarships through the Surgical Hope Foundation to graduating Seniors who are planning to enter the medical field. Scholarships will be awarded to one student chosen from each of the following four area high schools
REMINDER INFORMATION:
Check out the JCHS Local Scholarship Newsletter
Save the Date! March 7th during Advisement is Apply to UNG Day. Flyer is below.
Telehealth Appts: Counseling is working to streamline Telehealth Appointments. Students who need to secure a private space for their Telehealth Appointments should complete this form at least two weeks in advance.
Plan for College: Real Talk is a 2 night event for students of color and their families. Speak directly with admission reps to get information about college and other great opportunities. Register for the March 1 & 2 sessions HERE.
Current students can request for out-of-state transcripts to be sent using this form.
Please review the digital flyers for important information about upcoming college visits, scholarship information, and more.
Jackson County School System leaders proposed new attendance zone lines for the 2023-24, 2024-25 school years. Visit www.jacksonschoolsga.org/schoolzones to view the proposed lines.
The 2023-2024 JCSS Program of Study is available. The Jackson County School System has provided the JCSS Program of Study as a planning guide for our families and students to use. The JCSS Program of Study shows the connection between class work and future success, pointing out the relevance of academic learning in the classroom.
Episode 3: This week, the Jackson County School System welcomed Mrs. Miriam Ledford-Lyle, the newly appointed principal of Legacy Knoll Middle School. On her visit, she stopped by and recorded the latest edition of the "Around the District" podcast!
Episode 2: Our latest "Around the District" Podcast is now available! Superintendent Dr. Philip Brown discusses all the latest happenings inside JCSS, and we are joined by our District Support Person and District Teacher of the Year!
Episode 1: "Around the District" Podcast is now available on Anchor and Spotify!
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Visit the Jackson County High School website for more information!