August 24, 2025 - November 3, 2024

August 24, 2025

Happening This Week:

Wednesday, November 6th:

Girls Lacrosse Interest Meeting, Advisement, Grand Staircase

Athletic Events are posted in the PAW section.

Honoring Jaxco Alumni Veterans

This Veterans Day, Jackson County High School will proudly honor our alumni who have bravely served our country. Your dedication and sacrifice in defending our freedoms exemplify the spirit of service that Jaxco values, and we are deeply honored to recognize the impact you've made for our nation and community.

If you are a veteran and a graduate of JCHS, we kindly ask that you complete this form to share your information with us.

Thank you for your commitment to our country and for being an invaluable part of the Panther family.

Thanksgiving Food Drive

Plan ahead and help make a Thanksgiving meal possible for a family within our Jackson County community! The Jackson County School System is once again sponsoring a Thanksgiving Food Drive. We are looking for donations of the following items to help feed a family of four this Thanksgiving. Donations will be accepted on Friday, Nov. 15 from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the Empower College and Career Center Gymnasium!

Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony Information

We are pleased to announce that the 2025 Jackson County High School Commencement Ceremony will be held at the new, state-of-the-art Akins Ford Arena in Athens on Saturday, May 17, beginning at 10 a.m.

In planning to honor our 478 graduates of the Class of 2025, we sought a venue off our JCHS campus that could enhance the experience for both graduates and their families. After careful consideration, we selected the Akins Ford Arena for the following reasons:

Increased guest capacity to ensure more family members and friends can attend and share in this important occasion.
Ample parking to provide a smooth arrival and departure experience for all attendees.
Comfortable, climate-controlled environment that allows everyone to celebrate each graduate regardless of outdoor weather conditions.
Improved sight lines to bring families closer to the stage and ensure that each graduate’s moment is clearly visible.

We look forward to celebrating this milestone with the Class of 2025 and their families in this outstanding new facility in May. For additional information about the venue, please visit Akins Ford Arena’s website. Thank you for your continued support as we plan a memorable ceremony for all.

JCSS Night at the Atlanta Hawks

The Jackson County School System is once again teaming up with the Atlanta Hawks to host a JCSS Night on Saturday, January 25 as the Hawks host the Toronto Raptors! Tickets include a $10 concession stand credit and a portion of all tickets sold goes back to JCSS! Purchase tickets by visiting www.jacksonschoolsga.org/hawksnight.

Checkout Reminders

We know we’ve shared this before, but we want to be sure everyone gets this important information! Please review the checkout procedures for JCHS by visiting bit.ly/jchs-checkout. Thank you for helping us keep things running smoothly!

Georgia Apply to College Month

Attention seniors!

Many colleges across the state are waiving college application fees through the month of November. This is an awesome opportunity for you to submit college applications for FREE! Click here to see a full list. Click here to request a meeting with your school counselor.

Coming Soon - Apply to College Week!

Apply to College Week will be held November 18-22 at JCHS. Please note Apply to College events are open to students who are graduating in May 2025 or December 2024. Locations and times vary, so please read carefully to ensure you complete the sign-up form accurately. Snacks and prizes will be provided! Reach out to your school counselor with any questions. To request a meeting with your school counselor, click here!

Image courtesy of GAfutures

Rotary Student of the Month

Congratulations to Keira Hamilton – November's Rotary Student of the Month for Jackson County High School! Keira chose Ms. Elizabeth Pitman as her most influential teacher.

Art in the Park Bluegrass Essay Contest

Austin Brown won the Art in the Park Bluegrass Essay Contest and is now the proud owner of a NEW BANJO!

🏆Region One Act Play Champions🏆

Congratulations to our JCHS Panther Players!
“At the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”
Region One Act Play Champions!

We couldn’t be prouder of this incredible cast and crew for their hard work, dedication, and the passion they’ve brought to this production. Their efforts truly shine on stage!

Special Recognitions:
🏆 Best Supporting Actress - Lola Propst
🌟 All-Star Cast Members - Elysea Vallejo & Will Branch
🎨 Best Set Design

Thank you, Panther Players, for making JCHS proud with your amazing accomplishments!

Jaxco Fall Festival

Students, staff, and families enjoyed the games, food, dance performances, and trunk or treating at JCHS's Fall Festival last week!

Pumpkin Learning Fun!

Students in Ms. Wilson, Ms. Sharpton, and Mrs. Harris's classes had a fantastic time diving into all things pumpkin! From hands-on learning to a tasty cooking experience, it was a day filled with fun and fall flavors

Panthers Making Waves on the Water!

The JAXCO Fishing team hit the lake for their very first organized fishing tournament on October 27th in the Georgia High School Fishing Trail at Laurel Park, Lake Lanier!

Each team—consisting of two anglers and a boat captain—spent eight hours in intense competition. Despite a dramatic shift in weather from Saturday to Sunday, our anglers showed up strong!

Teams Competing:

Jake Dyer & Ezequiel Tomas

Vincent Van Alen & Carson Hardenbrook

Hunter Holland & Mason Knapp

Big shoutout to Team Holland/Knapp for an impressive 7th place finish out of 80 teams! They brought in 4 big keepers, totaling 19.34 lbs!

Here’s a snapshot from the action this past Sunday, and stay tuned as they gear up for their next tournament on November 17th!

JCHS Work-Based Learning Highlight

Landon Attaway, a senior at JCHS and a second-year Work-Based Learning (WBL) student, is on track to graduate early by completing two core classes and two WBL blocks this fall. At Attaway Poultry Farms, Landon has been trained to take on the family business after graduation. He has taken CTAE Agricultural courses to support his career goals and ambitions. With a strong passion for the industry, Landon is well-prepared for success.

Girls Lacrosse

Come be a part of the Jaxco Varsity Girls Lacrosse Team! If you're interested in joining the team or learning more about it, please come to the grand staircase during advisement on November 6th. This is a great opportunity to meet the coaches, get information about the upcoming season, and find out how you can be a part of our team. We look forward to seeing you there!

Poetry Outloud

Marksmanship Tryouts

THE WEEK AHEAD....

STUDENT ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

Gillespie Named POY, Page All-State Volleyball

Football Region Runner Up, Will Host First Round of State

Girls XC Wins Region, Boys Qualify for State

Several Panthers Honored With All Region Softball Selections

Swim Qualifies Multiple for State at First Meet

First Semester Important Dates:

November 15th:

Scholastic Images on Campus during lunches

November 30th:

Cap and gown packages should be ordered

December 1st:

Deadline to purchase Tribute Ads

December 13th:

Scholastic Images on Campus during lunches

Your One-Stop-Shop for all Senior Information

Bookmark the Senior Website HERE. This site will have the latest information about senior celebrations and graduation.

Mark Your Calendars! Semester 1 Final Exam Schedule

It's early, but it's time to start planning for final exams! The Semester 1 Final Exam Schedule includes course-specific End-of-Course tests and final exams, which will take place on December 17th and 18th. Please note that there will be no early release on these days.

Certificate of Enrollment

Students who will be obtaining their learner’s permit or driver’s license MUST request their Certificate of School Enrollment (COE) and Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program (ADAP) BEFORE you go to your appointment.

Request Form: https://bit.ly/jchs-request

Once requested, you will pick it up from the front office the next day after 1pm. Any questions, please contact Mrs. Armendariz (larmendariz@jcss.us).

Order Your Yearbook

Don't miss out on the memories! Order your 2024-2025 Jackson County High School Yearbook today and capture every moment of this incredible year.

Yearbooks will sell out fast, so make sure to reserve your copy now: bit.ly/jchs-yearbook-25

Be sure to "Search By School" to place your order!

Jaxco Holiday Market

Shop from a fantastic selection of local vendors offering beautiful jewelry, cozy clothing, hand-poured candles, and much more. Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift or treating yourself, you’ll find something special. Plus, by attending, you’ll be supporting both small businesses and the students of Jackson County High School.

Don’t miss out on this festive shopping experience! Mark your calendar and join us for a day of community fun and holiday cheer.