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Monday, May 19th:
IB Chemistry Exam
Tuesday, May 20th:
IB French Exam
Final Exam 3rd Period: 11:35 pm – 1:34 pm
Final Exam 4th Period: 1:40 pm – 3:05 pm
Wednesday, May 21st:
IB French Exam
IB Math Exam
Final Exam 1st Period: 8:00 am – 9:25 am
Final Exam 2nd Period: 9:31 am – 10:56 am
Student medications must be picked up by 3:00 pm
☀️ Last Day of School ☀️
Thursday, May 22nd:
Last day to request 2025-2026 schedule change
Athletic Events are posted in the PAW section.
Summer Success Program 2025
Please review the details regarding the Summer Success Program offered by Jackson County High School. The primary objective of this program is to assist students in recuperating credits, thereby enabling them to progress towards graduation.
2025–2026 Student Schedules
We are pleased to announce that student schedules for the 2025–2026 school year are now available for review.
To view your courses, please log in to your Infinite Campus account. Once logged in:
Click the three horizontal lines in the top left corner of the screen.
Scroll down and select More.
Choose Next Year’s Course Requests from the available options.
Select the student’s name (if prompted).
Your courses will then appear. Please ensure that you have eight (8) courses listed. Each course will be labeled with either Term 1 or Term 2, indicating the semester in which the course begins.
If you would like to request a schedule change, please complete the Schedule Change Request Form by Wednesday, May 22. No schedule changes will be made after this date.
We encourage you to review your schedule as soon as possible and submit any change requests before the deadline.
Jaxco Summer Reading
Read What You Want. Win What You Love.
This isn’t your typical summer reading. No reading logs. No book reports. No tests. Just real stories, real choices—and real prizes.
Each week, we’ll feature a new book and share easy ways to read or listen—whether it’s on SORA, at your local library, or even through a great podcast.
Here’s how it works:
Read or listen to something each week
Complete a quick check-in on Google Form
You’re automatically entered to win that week’s prize
Want updates on featured books and prize announcements?
Join the Jaxco Summer Reading 2025 StudentSquare group or follow us on social media to stay in the loop. Scan the QR code or click this link to join—and don’t miss your chance to win!
Whether you’re into fantasy, thrillers, graphic novels, romance, or true crime, this is your chance to read what you love—and maybe win something awesome along the way.
This isn’t your average summer reading. It’s better.
STEM Quest: Summer at Piedmont
June 16–20 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM | Demorest, GA
Middle and high school students (grades 6–12) are invited to spend a week exploring STEM in the beautiful Northeast Georgia Mountains on the Piedmont University campus. Participants will:
Conduct experiments and labs alongside college professors
Learn about STEM education and the college admissions process
Enjoy catered lunches and receive Piedmont swag
Space is limited—register soon!
Medication Pick Up Reminder
All student medications must be picked up by the last day of school, Wednesday, May 21st, no later than 3 PM. This includes daily, over-the-counter, and emergency medications. Any remaining items will be properly disposed of after this deadline.
Please reach out to our School Clinic staff member, Mrs. Gee, at cgee@jcss.us with any questions.
Crime Scene Summer Camp Opportunity
Step into the world of forensic science this summer at the Georgia Forensic Academy! From June 30–July 2, participants will explore real-world investigation techniques through hands-on activities like collecting evidence, analyzing mock crime scenes, and processing latent fingerprints.
Location: Georgia Forensic Academy, 1021 Central Ave, Demorest, GA 30535
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily (drop-off: 7:30–8:00 AM | pick-up: 3:30–4:00 PM)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided
Note: This is a day camp—no overnight lodging provided
Eligibility: Open to rising Juniors and Seniors (2025–2026 school year) and recent 2025 graduates.
Registered students will receive a follow-up email with the application form and additional details.
Semester 2 Exam Information
Final Exams Are Approaching!
Final Exams will be held on the following dates:
Grades 9–11: May 20th & 21st
Please carefully review the final exam schedule and early check-out procedures below.
Important Reminders for Final Exam Days:
No Early Exams: All exams must be taken on the scheduled date.
No Check-Outs During Exams: Students may not be checked out during an exam period—please plan ahead.
Attendance Matters: A missed exam will be recorded as a zero in Infinite Campus until the exam is made up.
Information – May 21st (Grades 9–11)
Students who wish to check out early on May 21st (Grades 9–11) day must follow these guidelines:
A parent/guardian must complete and sign the official Early Check-Out Permission Form.
The completed form must be submitted by the student to their 2nd-period teacher on the day of check-out.
Students may only check out after their final exam is complete for the day.
Phone calls, emails, or handwritten notes will not be accepted for check-out on these dates.
Empower students will return to their base schools at normal dismissal times.
Hard copies of the permission form are available in the front office and during all lunches.
Early Check-Out Dates:
May 21st: Grades 9–11
Thank you for your attention to these important details. We wish all of our students the very best on their final exams!
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Exam Descriptions:
End of Course Exams: EOCs are Milestone tests required for students enrolled in the designated courses: American Literature, Algebra I, Biology, and US History. Students not enrolled in these courses will not be required to take an EOC.
Final Exams: All 9th-11th grade students, along with seniors who do not have a weighted A average in their courses, will take final exams.
Advance Placement Exams: AP exams are available for students enrolled in an AP course during the 24-25 school year. To take an AP exam, students must be registered through College Board.
International Baccalaureate Exams: IB exams are required for students enrolled in an IB course.
Speech Pathologist Day
In recognition of Speech Pathologist Day on May 16th, Jackson County High School is pleased to highlight Ms. Katie Leigh for the important work she does in support of our students.
Ms. Leigh plays a vital role in helping students strengthen their communication skills and build confidence. Her knowledge and care contribute meaningfully to the success and well-being of those she serves. We appreciate all that Ms. Leigh does for our school community.
Work-Based Learning Spotlight
JCHS senior Ilona Volozhanina is currently serving as a high school intern at Jackson EMC (JEMC), participating in the Work-Based Learning (WBL) program for two afternoon blocks. She successfully completed both the Business Entrepreneurship and Healthcare Pharmacy CTAE pathways, earning Industry Certifications in each. At JEMC, Ilona contributes to the Corporate Marketing & Membership Services Department and will continue her role through the summer following graduation before beginning her studies at Gwinnett Tech in the fall. Jackson EMC offers an outstanding internship program for both high school and college students, led by Robin Daniels and Jordan Graham. Notably, JCHS is proud to have two college interns and two full-time employees at JEMC who began their careers through the WBL program and graduated in 2024. JEMC and JCSS were recognized as the 2024 WBL Partnership of the Year.
SUMMER CAMPS START THIS WEEK!
SUMMER CAMPS START THIS WEEK!
FRESHMAN BO BOWDOIN QUALIFIES FOR STATE AAAAA GOLF
FRESHMAN BO BOWDOIN QUALIFIES FOR STATE AAAAA GOLF
SOLE' BAILEY WINS STATE 300M HURDLES CHAMPIONSHIP, GIRLS FINISH 10TH OVERALL
SOLE' BAILEY WINS STATE 300M HURDLES CHAMPIONSHIP, GIRLS FINISH 10TH OVERALL
ALL REGION SOCCER, ALL AREA LACROSSE NAMED
ALL REGION SOCCER, ALL AREA LACROSSE NAMED
JCSS Summer Camp Opportunities
The Jackson County School System is once again offering a robust list of summer camp opportunities. Visit www.jacksonschoolsga.org/summercamps for more information!
Certificate of Enrollment
Attention Students: Planning to Get Your Learner’s Permit or Driver’s License This Summer?
If you’ll be heading to the DDS over summer break, don’t forget to request your Certificate of School Enrollment and choose the “SUMMER” option—this ensures your form is valid all summer long.
Once submitted, your form will be available for pickup the next school day after 1 PM in the JCHS Front Office. These documents cannot be mailed or faxed, so please plan to pick them up in person.
The last day to submit a request before summer break is Monday, May 19th at 3 PM. Requests can still be made during the summer, but you'll need to come to the high school to pick them up. Also, be sure to request your ADAP Certificate—you’ll need both documents for your DDS appointment.
Submit your request HERE! Questions? Email Ms. Leann Armendariz at larmendariz@jcss.us.
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