August 10, 2025 - October 20, 2024

August 10, 2025

Happening This Week:

Monday, October 21st:

National Bus Driver Appreciation Day
Empower Pathway Information Night, 5-7 PM, Empower Campus
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, 7:00, JCHS Auditorium

Tuesday, October 22nd:

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, 7:00, JCHS Auditorium

Wednesday, October 23rd:

National Assessment Day
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, 7:00, JCHS Auditorium

Athletic Events are posted in the PAW section.

Join the Panther Players!

The Panther Players are excited to invite you to their community performance of the hilarious and heartwarming one-act musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! 🐝

Come cheer on our talented students as they bring this fun-filled show to life. You won't want to miss it!

Family Input Survey

In an effort to continuously grow and improve as a school system, the Jackson County School System is requesting your feedback through a survey which will be instrumental in helping us continue on our path of growth and improvement. We appreciate your partnership as we strive for academic and extracurricular excellence. Please Click Here to access the survey.

JCHS National Assessment Day Schedule

Visit this link to view the PDF version of this graphic.

National Assessment Day is this Wednesday, October 23rd!

Jackson County High School will be holding PSAT, ACT, and ASVAB tests for students on campus and at Empower.

Please refer to the graphic for specific testing information, including testing locations, times, and important reminders.

➡️ Important Reminders: ⬅️

PSAT/ACT/ASVAB are online assessments, so bring your fully charged Chromebook and charger to school. We have a limited number of loaners available, so it’s important to come prepared.
No calculators will be provided, so make sure to bring your own approved calculator! Please reference the PSAT and ACT Calculator Policies to ensure you are using an acceptable calculator.

Game Day Spirit

This Friday, October 25th, get ready for PJ Out! Show off your Panther pride by rocking your favorite pajamas as we take on Loganville High School in an away game. Let’s bring the spirit and cheer on our Panthers to victory! Go Panthers!

Jaxco Fall Festival

Join us for a night of family fun at the Jaxco Fall Festival on Tuesday, October 29, from 5-7 PM at Jackson County High School! We're excited to host a Trunk or Treat, and we need your help to make it spooktacular! 👻 We're looking for volunteers to decorate trunks—bring your creativity and Halloween spirit to delight our trick-or-treaters! If you're interested, sign up today and be part of this fun community event!

Empower Pathway Information Night

Empower College and Career Center invites all rising 9th-12th graders to attend their Pathway Information Night on Monday, October 21st! Learn about exciting opportunities, including dual enrollment with Lanier Tech and the University of North Georgia. JCHS counselors will also be available to answer any questions you may have. Don’t miss this chance to explore your future pathways and plan for success!

Join the JCHS Prom Committee!

Ready to make prom amazing? Be part of the team that chooses the theme, plans decorations, and selects the perfect favors! If you’re a Junior or Senior, we’d love to have you. Our first meeting is October 23rd at 3:10 PM in Ms. Langley’s room (5215). Come share your ideas and help create a night to remember!

🚌 Monday is Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 🚌

This Monday, Jackson County High School is celebrating our amazing bus drivers! JCHS families, let’s take a moment to thank these dedicated drivers for their hard work and commitment. Be sure to show your appreciation and let your bus driver know how much they mean to us!

Jackson County Mountain Bike Team

Congrats to the Mountain Bike Team finishing 4th in the Eastern Conference. Caleb Bowers won the Varsity Race and Cassidy Lugo won the Womens Varsity 2 Division. Cassidy won the conference series championship and Caleb Finished 2nd in the Conference. Jackson County has 10 of its riders qualify for the Peach State Championship in Rome next weekend.

📚Othello on Trial! 🎭

Last week in Mr. Brooks and Mrs. Reese’s Advanced Composition class, students stepped into the courtroom for an Othello Court Case! With Mr. Brooks acting as judge, students argued their cases, playing the roles of attorneys, witnesses, and jury members as they debated the actions of Othello, Desdemona, and Iago. It was a fantastic way to bring Shakespeare to life and sharpen those persuasive skills!

A Big Thank You to Mark Spain Realty!

The JCHS Food and Nutrition Department would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Mark Spain Estate for their generous donation of ingredients and supplies to support our Food and Nutrition Pathway. Your kindness helps us continue providing valuable learning experiences for our students, and we are incredibly grateful for your partnership!

Jaxco Teachers & Staff Are Amazing to the CORE!

Last week, our incredible faculty and staff were treated to a fall-themed surprise! They enjoyed loading up their apples with delicious toppings, making for a sweet and festive treat. Thank you for all you do to keep our school thriving—you're truly awesome to the core!

Congratulations to the Jaxco Marching Band - Grand Champions!

Congratulations to the Jaxco Marching Band for being named Grand Champions at the 2024 Berkmar Marching Invitational! With all Superior ratings, they showcased incredible talent and dedication. We are so proud of how they represented Jackson County High School! Keep up the fantastic work, Panthers!

FCCLA FALL Rally

We are so proud of all of our FCCLA Panthers who competed in FCCLA’s Fall Rally at Six Flags! A special congratulations to Cheyanne Hutchins for placing 1st in the Top Merchandiser competition! Way to represent Jaxco, Panthers!

JCHS Fall Pep Rally Fun!

Last Friday, Panther spirit was in full swing as we celebrated our Fall Pep Rally during lunch! We gave a big cheer to all our amazing fall teams, including Competition Cheer, Cross Country, Dance Team, Flag Football, Football, Marching Band, Softball, and Volleyball.

We also took time to recognize our Homecoming Court and Student Council for their leadership and dedication!

Students enjoyed some friendly competitions and came together to show off their Panther pride. It was a fantastic day filled with school spirit, fun, and celebration!

Jackson County High School Work-Based Learning

JCHS Senior, Bridget Bogel participates in WBL at Walden’s Cove Personal Care Home as a caregiver for the elderly. Next semester, Bridget will continue at Walden’s Cove as well as intern in rotations at NGHS. She plans to pursue a career in nursing. These placements afford her valuable experience and compliment her CTAE healthcare course work and certifications.

THE WEEK AHEAD....

STUDENT ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

Josh (and the entire Panther Defense) absolutely stifled an offense averaging 35 points per game on Friday Night!

The Lady Panthers won their 𝟒𝟎𝐭𝐡 match (a school record) in dominating fashion and are hosting the Elite 8 on Wednesday.

THE WEEK IN REVIEW

Flag Football is off to a 10-0 start. This past weekend, they won the tournament held at Lakeside Evans HS!

Softball season ended this week. So proud of this team and their fight--they got better and better as the season progressed. Region 8-AAAAA Runners Up! A big THANK YOU to our seniors for their dedication over the past four years!

A BIG win for Panther football on Friday Night!!!

Panther Cross Country continues to SHINE! Next, up....State Sectionals!

Panther Cheer had their BEST PERFORMANCE of the season on Saturday!

The JCHS Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony and banquet will be held this Saturday, beginning at 5:30pm in the cafeteria and auditorium.

Six new inductees will enter into the Hall of Fame, and our Athletic Director's Award Winners will be honored as well.

First Semester Important Dates:

November 1st:

Deadline for formal (tux or black drape) photo by Cady Studios to appear in the yearbook

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.