February 4, 2024
February 12-16:
FCCLA Week
February 13:
Dance Team Tryout Clinic, Dance Studio, 3:15-4:30
February 14:
Key Club Meeting, Grand Staircase, 3:15-4:00
February 16-19:
Student/Teacher Holiday
February 26-March 1:
Master Key Competition
February 27:
Dance Team Tryout Clinic, Dance Studio, 3:15-4:30
February 28:
Key Club Meeting, Grand Staircase, 3:15-4:00
February 29:
Pre-LGPE & Literary Chorus Concert, Auditorium, 7PM
Athletic Events are posted in the PAW section.
AP Exam Registration
AP Exam Registration is LIVE for all students taking AP courses in the spring of 2024!!
Students must complete the two-step registration and payment process by March 1st at 11:59 PM.
After 12:01 AM on March 2, 2024 students will be charged a late fee of $ 40.00 per exam.
Parents and students can locate the AP testing exam schedule, AP Spring Testing Letter, and link to the Total Registration website at our JCHS AP web page.
Any student having trouble accessing their College Board account may contact the College Board directly by calling 1-866-315-6068.
If you have any questions, please contact Ben Bachman at bbachman@jcss.us.
IB Exam Registration
Please Read: IB Informational Letter
Please view the JCHS IB Program website for additional information.
EXAM EXEMPTION POLICY
High school seniors with an A average in the course will be exempt from the final exam for that course. Students in grades 9-11 may not exempt final exams.
A final exam does NOT include an EOC, EOPA, or other mandated test.
Students and parents/guardians will be notified in advance if a student is exempt from a final exam.
CLICK HERE FOR A PRINTABLE EXAM SCHEDULE.
Happening This Week
Tuesday, February 6:
Dance Team Student Interest Meeting, Cafeteria, Advisement
FCCLA Meeting, 3:15 PM
JCHS Fiber Arts Club, 3:15-4:00 PM, Room 4204
Dance Team Parent Interest Meeting, Cafeteria, 6PM
Friday, February 9:
Jaxco Student Appreciation Day
Hat Day, Lunch DJ, Drawings, Free Basketball Admission
Scholastic Images on Campus during Lunches
Athletic Events are posted in the PAW section.
National Speech & Debate
Have you ever wanted to engage in debate on real life issues? Have you ever wanted to express your belief and defend it with logic, reason, and empirical evidence? Do you want to pursue a career in political science or enhance your public speaking and critical analysis skills for a future career? Then consider participating in the first annual Jackson County High School Big Debate Question Challenge. The speech and debate club is looking for at least ten students to enter the debate competition, which will be held in the month of April. An informational meeting for anyone interested will be held at the Grand Staircase on February 9th, 2024 during advisement. Anyone interested can contact Mr. Fries or Mr. Smolinski. The club meets in room 4108 after school on Thursdays.
Scholastic Images
Scholastic Images, our Official Letter Jacket partner, will be at JCHS during all lunches, on Friday, February 9th to walk you through the easy ordering process.
To place your Letter jacket order, you just need:
A $100 deposit (cash, check, card)
Proof that you have lettered or pre-approval that you will letter in the next 4-6 weeks (your JC award letter, varsity letter certificate, or signed flyer
Any additional patches you may already have at the time of order
Whether you lettered in fine arts, academics, or athletics, order your jacket now to show off your hard work and school pride for as long as possible! Letter Jacket information is always available at www.scholasticimages.com as well as in the front office. Go PANTHERS!
Jaxco Student Appreciation Day
Get ready for Jaxco Student Appreciation Day, this Friday, February 9th!
👒 Hat Day: Express your style with school-appropriate hats and hoods!
🎵 Lunch DJ: Enjoy music during lunch!
🏀 Free Admission: All JCHS students with ID get free entry to the basketball game on Friday night!
🎁 Raffles: Win exciting prizes! Get a chance for low tardy counts, passing grades, and good behavior!
Don't miss out on the fun – see you there, Panthers!
Cheer Tryouts
Are you interested in trying out for the football/competition cheerleading team for the 2024-2025 season? Tryouts will be February 20-23 from 3:30 to 5:00 in the main gym. See Coach S. Richardson for required forms BEFORE try-outs.
Rising 9th Grade Advisement Night
Attention Rising 9th Graders and Parents!
Save the date for JCHS Advisement Night on February 13th and 20th! Get ready for course changes and answers to your questions about the 2024-2025 school year.
🗓 Dates: Feb 13th and 20th
🕕 Time: Assigned alphabetically by the first letter of your last name.
📍Location: JCHS Cafeteria
Our staff will guide you through course changes and address concerns. Make the 2024-2025 school year a success!
Mean Girls Candy Grams
Students: Stop by the concession stand February 5th-13th in the mornings to buy a CANDYGRAM for your friend, peer, valentine, or teacher! Each candygram consists of one personalized note and one lollipop which will be hand delivered to the receiver’s advisement class! Additionally, each candygram purchased will enter the buyer’s name into a raffle to win a FREE ticket to the Jackson County Panther Player’s production of Mean Girls in April! Winners will be announced after the fundraiser!
New Dance Team Coming 2024!
Attention Parents: Mark your calendar for this important event! JCHS is thrilled to announce the launch of our new dance team next year!
Join JCHS Esports
Do you like to play video games? Do you like to compete against friends? JCHS Esports is recruiting for the Spring season! Join today! Contact Mr. Andrews (randrews@jcss.us) at Empower to find out more!
Fiber Arts Club
February 14th Deliveries
Attention Parents and Students:
As Valentine's Day approaches, please be aware that we will not be accepting deliveries at Jackson County High School. Our focus on education is our top priority. Thank you for understanding and helping us maintain a supportive learning environment.
Rotary Student of the Month
Congratulations to Brooklyn Bruce – February 2024 Rotary Student of the Month! Brooklyn chose Ms. Christi Thomas as her most influential teacher.
JCHS Literary Competition Winners
Congratulations to the following students who placed in the JCHS Literary Competition: First Place in Personal Essay: Wilbur Palfrey, Second Place in Personal Essay: Carmen Tettekpoe, First place in Extemp. Speaking: Daniel Lindman, Second Place in Extemp. Speaking: Nolan Bell, First Place in Argumentative Essay: Phoenix Rabe
Celebrating National School Counselor Week at Jackson County High School
We express our heartfelt thanks to our outstanding counseling team. National School Counselor Week is an opportunity to acknowledge their dedication and support. Our counselors are mentors, advocates, and sources of inspiration, ensuring our students have the guidance and resources they need. Show your appreciation to our counselors with a simple thank you or an email of gratitude. Happy National School Counselor Week!
Career and Technical Education Month Highlights
The Association for Career and Technical Education has designated February as Career and Technical Education Month (i.e., Georgia’s Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education). The JCSS WBL team will highlight some of our fabulous WBL students and industry partners.
Apply to WBL for the 2024-2025 School Year
The 2024-2025 WBL Application is open! Click HERE to apply and email Mr. Maxwell with any questions.
JCSS Work-Based Learning Job Board
Stay connected with Jackson County Schools' Work Based Learning programs! We're dedicated to helping local businesses and students thrive together. Explore our shared job listing board regularly for exciting opportunities that could be your next big step!
March 1st Deadline for Spring AP Testing
AP Exam Registration is LIVE for all students taking AP courses in the spring of 2024!!
Students must complete the two-step registration and payment process by March 1st at 11:59 PM.
After 12:01 AM on March 2, 2024 students will be charged a late fee of $ 40.00 per exam.
Parents and students can locate the AP testing exam schedule, AP Spring Testing Letter, and link to the Total Registration website at our JCHS AP web page.
Any student having trouble accessing their College Board account may contact the College Board directly by calling 1-866-315-6068.
If you have any questions, please contact Ben Bachman at bbachman@jcss.us.
Important Dates for Seniors:
May 18: JCHS Gradation, 10am
Communication:
Seniors: CHECK YOUR EMAIL regularly as updates are sent to your email.
Scan the QR Code on the Attached Flyer OR click HERE to order your Official Jackson County Graduation Announcements.
Yearbooks sold out completely in early February. Order now to secure your copy.
Cap and Gown Package (includes your senior dues):
Order Cap and Gown Package (which includes your senior dues) at www.scholasticimages.com
Payment Options:
Online: Visit www.scholasticimages.com
In Person: Scholastic Images On Campus Days- January 12th, February 9th, March 7th, March 8th, April 19th (Cap & Gown Delivery Only), May 10th
Cap and Gown Packages should be ordered by ASAP for proper sizing, but any package ordered after March 1st will incur a $20 late charge
Check out the JCHS Counseling Scholarship page HERE!
Please take a moment to review this vital senior presentation by our Jackson County High School Counselors. Make sure your sound is turned up.
Save the Date!
Mark your calendars and save the date for the Jackson County High School Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony! Join us in celebrating the achievements, hard work, and dedication of the graduating seniors as they embark on a new and exciting chapter in their lives. We look forward to celebrating the success of the Jackson County High School Class of 2024 with you!
Cap and Gown Order Deadline
Cap and Gown Packages MUST be ordered from Scholastic Images. Seniors can order in-person at JCHS during lunch on Friday, February 9th or Thursday, March 7th or online at www.scholasticimages.com.
Cap and Gown packages include the graduation attire (cap, gown, stole, and tassel. In addition, the package pay for the diploma, diploma cover, graduation program, the costs for graduation, , and other senior activities (which will occur throughout the 2023-2024 school year).
Cap and gown packages MUST be ordered by MARCH 1st to avoid incurring a late charge.
Cap and Gown packages will be distributed on Friday, April 19th. Please pick up your cap and gown during all lunches at JCHS. Cap and gown MUST be ordered through scholastic images. You can order at www.scholasticimages.com. If you are unable to pick up your gown on the 19th during lunch, you will be able to pick up your gown in the front office.
Mobile Users: Click HERE to open the Reminders section in a new window.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
DECEMBER STUDENT ATHLETES OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Chandler Blake and EJ Heath...our December Student Athletes of the Month!
GIRLS WRESTLING AREA RESULTS
Advancing to Sectionals:
Alina Jurovschi-AREA CHAMPION
Anna Skoda-2nd
Amiya Edwards-2nd
Abby Anderson-2nd
Aubree Dobbs-4th
Charis Humby-4th
Maka Domingo-(Alternate)
BOYS WRESTLING AREA RESULTS
TENNIS OPENS SEASON
GIRLS SOCCER PICKS UP SCRIMMAGE WIN
Facebook: @jacksoncountyhighschool
Instagram: @jchspanthers
Twitter: @panthers_jchs
Visit the Jackson County High School website for more information!