February 27, 2023
February 28:
JaxCo Support Society Meeting after school, Room 5110
Panthers After School Success, 3:14-4:15
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 2: Panthers After School Success, 3:14-4:15
Please note: Athletic Events are posted in the Panther Athletics sections.
March 7:
Apply to UNG Day during Advisement
Panthers After School Success, 3:14-4:15
March 9:
Class Ring Representatives at JCHS in the Cafe from 11:00AM-1:30PM
Panthers After School Success, 3:14-4:15
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
9 wks grading period ends
March 13 & 14: No School For Students
March 15: 9 wks grades are finalized in IC
March 16:
Dance, Spring Showcase, 7PM, Auditorium
Panthers After School Success, 3:14-4:15
March 21: Panthers After School Success, 3:14-4:15
March 23: Panthers After School Success, 3:14-4:15
March 28: Panthers After School Success, 3:14-4:15
March 30: Panthers After School Success, 3:14-4:15
Purpose: The purpose of PASS is to offer after school academic support that provides additional reinforcement of skills needed for academic success. Support will be available for English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Spanish.
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 5 (March 7 & March 9th). The form will close on March 1st at 5:00PM for Week 5 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
ATTENTION CLASS OF 2023! There will be a Senior Class Meeting on March 8th during ADVISEMENT in the JCHS Auditorium.
Act Fast! Less than 100 Yearbooks Left! ORDER TODAY! LESS THAN A 100 BOOKS LEFT! NO ADDITIONAL BOOKS WILL BE AVAILABLE! Now's your chance. We can't guarantee your student a yearbook after the remaining 100 books are sold! Do not miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of Jackson County High School History! Order your yearbook today at www.yearbookordercenter.com. School code is 24881.
Jackson County High School was chosen as a 2023 Advanced Placement Honor STEM School by State School Superintendent Richard Woods. The designation was based on the results of 2022 AP courses and exams.
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. If interested in WBL, visit this link or scan the QR code to complete the WBL application. The application deadline is March 10th, 2023.
Have you taken a Spanish or French course this school year? Are you passionate about the language or culture? Would you like to participate in UNG's Modern Language Day on April 20th? If you're interested, please see Ms. Wangenheim in 4241.
Congratulations to Kendis Parks, a junior at Jackson County High School, who was just named a 2023 Washington Youth Tour delegate. She will be representing Jackson EMC on the annual leadership experience in June. #YTDC23 #OurTimeYTY23
Certificate of Enrollment Request Form
Completed forms are only valid for 30 days.
JCHS is proud to announce our partnership with MEN’S WEARHOUSE in their Cash for Schools program. Don’t forget to mention Jackson County High for Schools when ordering your prom tux! We will be receiving donations for each FULL tux rented for prom.
The JCHS literary team earned second place at the region tournament yesterday. Morgan Eldridge and Nolan Bell individually won first place, competing in the literary analysis essay and extemporaneous speaking (international) categories, respectively. Several students won second place, including Lilian Connor for dramatic performance and Carson Walker for humorous performance. The quartet consisting of Alex Fife, Jacob Hansen, Carson Walker, and Justin Smith also won second place. Other team members who were a part of the overall second place standing include Alison Iancu, Carmen Tettekpoe, JP Aguilar-Jiminez, Dhara Weaver, Jordan Starling, Daniel Lindman, Georgia Lance, and Mia Hansen.
We would like to thank Hometown Dentistry for their generous donation of toothbrushes and toothpaste. We are so grateful for our community partners! 😁
JCHS Ceramics classes have been busy this week!
JCHS WBL junior, George Johnson works two morning blocks at Bojangles. In fact, he’s done this all year, and is saving for post-secondary school and paying for a car. George has a lot going on, all the while maintaining fantastic grades. George says, “Working the early WBL blocks allows him to earn money, grow his work skill set, and allows him to focus on school and homework the remainder of the day.” #jcsswbl
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.
THE DEADLINE IS APPROACHING! HURRY!
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 at Jackson County High School 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.
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.
PANTHER ATHLETICS DOING WELL IN OVERALL STATE RANKINGS
Winter sports are complete, and JAXCO Panther Athletic teams are currently in the top 20 in Class AAAAAA and 2nd in region 8-AAAAAA in the GADA Directors Cup standings. The Directors Cup is an overall point system that measures the success of all sports.
BASEBALL CONTINUES THEIR TOUGH ROAD SCHEDULE AT LAKEPOINT
Panther Baseball has faced some of the states best teams so far, all in preparation for region play which begins this week. This past weekend, the Panthers travelled to Emerson, Georgia to face Newnan, North Paulding, and West Forsyth.
LADY PANTHER SOCCER CONTINUES TO ROLL, BOYS PLAYING TOUGH
The Lady Panther soccer team took down two Region powers this week, defeating North Forsyth 3-0 and Habersham Central 2-1. They are currently in first place in Region 8-AAAAAA.
The Boys squad dropped two close games, and continue to play really well.
We face Apalachee and Banks County this week.
NEW SCHOOL RECORD SET AT APALACHEE TRACK MEET
Congratulations to Freshman Sole Bailey on breaking the JCHS record in the 100m Hurdles this week.
Both the boys and girls track teams performed well at Apalachee, and will be back in action at East Jackson this week.
REMINDER INFORMATION:
Save the Date! March 7th during Advisement is Apply to UNG Day for Seniors, in the Staff Development Room. Flyer is below.
Check out the JCHS Local Scholarship Newsletter
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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Instagram: @jchspanthers
Twitter: @panthers_jchs
Visit the Jackson County High School website for more information!