March 3, 2024
March 11-12: No school for Students
March 13: Key Club Meeting, Grand Staircase, 3:15-4:00
March 13-15: Jaxco Dance Team Tryouts
March 25-29: Master Key Competition
March 27: Key Club Meeting, Grand Staircase, 3:15-4:00
April 1-5: Spring Break
April 11: Jaxco Sports Physicals, 3:30-5:30, JCHS Gym
April 13: Junior & Senior Prom, 8-11 pm, Braselton Civic Center
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. 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
Monday, March 4:
College of Coastal Georgia Visit, Grand Staircase, Advisement (Registration Required)
Wednesday, March 6:
Senior Class Meeting for Students during Advisement, Parent Meeting 6 PM, JCHS Auditorium
Thursday, March 7:
Jaxco Dance Spring Showcase, 7 PM, JCHS Auditorium, $5 Tickets
Friday, March 8:
Scholastic Images on Campus during Lunches
Don't Forget:
March 11-12: No school for Students
Athletic Events are posted in the PAW section.
Dance Spring Showcase
Join Jaxco Dance this Thursday, March 7 at 7 PM in the auditorium for our spring showcase. Tickets are just $5 on Go Fan. Our show will include student choreography, as well as jazz, lyrical and ballet pieces. You will be amazed at all we've learned this semester! See Mrs. Ware or any dancer for more information! Free admission for JCHS faculty and staff! Purchase tickets here!
Scholastic Images on Campus
Scholastic Images will be on campus at Jackson County on Friday, March 8th during lunch, so don’t miss out on placing your orders for:
Letter Jacket Orders for any student who has earned a letter!
Bring proof that you earned your letter (actual award letter or certificate) and a $100 deposit to get the order started!
We’ll custom-size you and walk you through the rest!
Class Ring Orders for any junior or senior!
Bring payment in full for the Mascot Ring Special ($335.95)!
Bring a $100 deposit for Ultrium metal or a $200 deposit for all other metals!
We’ll custom-size you and walk you through the rest!
Seniors, make sure to order your Cap & Gown package ASAP!
Payment is required in full at the time of order. (Cash, Check, or Card with a $4.95 processing fee)
VERY IMPORTANT: Seniors, if you have not ordered your cap & gown yet please do your best to take care of this ASAP!
Seniors, make sure to order your GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS once you’ve ordered your cap & gown!
Go to www.scholasticimages.com to order today!
You can also order anytime online at www.scholasticimages.com or over the phone at (770) 614-9353!
Mark Your Calendar
Students will be out of school on Monday, March 11th and Tuesday, March 12th.
Seal of Biliteracy
Are you fluent in a language other than English? Students interested in taking the test to earn the Seal of Biliteracy should contact Mrs. Hoppe (nhoppe@jcss.us). The test date is March 20. All payment is due through Schoolpay by March 13. More information about the Seal of Biliteracy is available here.
College of Coastal Georgia Visit
Register for this event HERE!
GSBA's Youth Advisory Council
Are you passionate about making a difference in your school and community? Do you want to have a say in shaping educational policies that affect students like you? If so, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!
The Georgia School Board Association's Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is now accepting applications for the 2024 term. The YAC is a prestigious student leadership program established by GSBA to empower high school students with the chance to provide valuable insights to school board members and assist them in their decision-making processes.
As a member of the YAC, you will not only have the chance to influence educational policies but also develop your leadership skills and make a positive impact on your community. This is your chance to be a voice for students across Georgia and be a part of creating meaningful change.
Applications for the first round are now open and will close on March 25, 2024. To learn more about the expectations, meeting dates, eligibility criteria, and more, please refer to this initial information document.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be a part of something bigger! Apply now and help shape the future of education in Georgia.
Junior & Senior Prom 2024
Prom Guest Forms:
Forms are available in the cafeteria at the back table and in the front office. All guest forms must be submitted to Mrs. Armendariz by 2:00 pm on April 10, 2024. There will be no exceptions.
Guests who are not students at JCHS must have an approved guest form to attend the Prom. If your guest attends another high school, an Administrator from that high school MUST approve the guest form. Additionally, your guest MUST provide a copy of their school ID or driver's license when submitting the form.
For guests not currently in high school (must be between 9th grade and 20 years old), please include a copy of the guest's driver's license or other valid proof of identification when submitting the form.
Homeschool students MUST submit a "Home Study Program Declaration Of Intent Form" along with a copy of their driver's license.
Any questions regarding guests should be directed to Mrs. Armendariz.
Prom Tickets:
Tickets are available for purchase by Juniors and Seniors during all lunches 3/26-4/1 and 4/8-4/12.
The cost is $50.00 per person. Juniors who purchase a ticket will receive a complimentary ticket for their Senior year.
Please note that tickets will not be sold at the door on the night of the Prom. Stay tuned for more details.
Class of 2024 Senior Meeting
As we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2024's accomplishments, we will host two important meetings. If you have any questions please send them to Mrs. Pitman .
Class of 2024 Honor Graduates
Jackson County High School is thrilled to announce our Class of 2024 Honor Graduates! Please join us for the graduation ceremony at Panther Stadium on Saturday, May 18th at 10 AM. Congratulations to all our Honor Graduate Panthers!
Rotary Student of the Month
Congratulations to Nevaeh Mayweather – March's Rotary Student of the Month for Jackson County High School! Nevaeh chose Ms. Rebecca Crawford as her most influential teacher.
Work Based Learning Highlights
CTAE in Georgia offers students opportunities in a total of 145+ Pathways within 17 Career Clusters. Work-Based Learning (WBL) is focused on extending those pathways with industry partnerships and connections through apprenticeships, internships, and cooperative experiences to develop employability skills in our JCSS WBL students.
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!
JCHS Band LGPE Performance
Huge shoutout to the incredible talents of the Jackson County High School Symphonic, Concert, and Wind Ensemble Bands! Today, they rocked their Large Group Performance evaluation (LGPE), and the results are nothing short of amazing! All three bands earned straight superiors and All As in every category for each song, as assessed by every judge during their stage performance. Plus, they aced sight-reading with straight As too! 🎶
So, what exactly is LGPE? It's a special assessment organized by the Georgia Music Educator's Association, uniting band directors statewide for a comprehensive evaluation of our bands' skills and abilities. Kudos to our talented musicians for this outstanding achievement!
YGA District Winners
We are happy to announce the winners of the Young Georgia Authors competition for the entire Jackson County district. Please join us in congratulating the following winners for each respective grade level:
9th Grade: Maddie Hoppe
10th Grade: Julia Crowthers
11th Grade: Camila Anis Perez
12th Grade: Brielle Logan
Their exceptional talent and dedication have shone through, earning them this prestigious recognition. We are so proud of you!
School Speech and Debate Club
The Jackson County High School Speech and Debate Club hosted a Winter Showcase Dinner Meeting on February 29 at the Traditions of Braselton clubhouse. Students presented compelling 10-minute Original Oratory speeches to an audience comprising their families and a panel of three judges: Mike McCoy, a former NFL player drafted #2 by the Green Bay Packers in 1970, who also engaged in high school debating; Mr. Mumpfield, speech and debate coach at Dacula Middle School; and Mrs. Burns, an esteemed Jackson County High School staff member. The event provided an enriching experience for all involved, and the students are now preparing to deliver their speeches in an interscholastic competition scheduled for March 19.
AP STEM Honor School
Jackson County High School has been named 2024 AP Honor School following a release by the Georgia Department of Education last Tuesday. JCHS earned the honor in the AP STEM category.
JCSS Senior Spotlights
Jackson County High School senior Yuliana Farias speaks about her time as a Panther, what the community means to her, what she has been involved in during her time and her future plans following graduation in May.
Jackson County High School senior Camden Lorenz shares his experiences and his future plans following graduation in May. Camden also shares what newcomers to Jackson County should know about the community.
Jackson County senior Kendis Parks talks about being the new student at JCHS and what her experience the past four years has been like, her future plans to attend Georgia Tech and more.
UNG Dual Enrollment
Lanier Tech Dual Enrollment
Lanier Tech Checklist
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.
Senior Meeting
IMPORTANT: The Senior Class Meetings are this Wednesday, March 6th!
🎓College Application Fees Waived in March
We're excited to announce that GAfutures has partnered with the University System of Georgia and the Technical College System of Georgia to offer application fee waivers throughout March. Don't miss out, take advantage here!
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
TRACK WINS EAST JACKSON MEET
Boys and Girls Track and Field took home first place at last weekends East Jackson quad meet.
O'BRIEN SETS SCHOOL RECORD
Junior Erin O'Brien broke a 24 year old school record in the 2 mile run on Saturday at Mill Creek.
A GREAT WEEK FOR TENNIS
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GIRLS SOCCER PICKS UP TWO WINS
Girls soccer continued its winning ways this week with a nail biter win over Habersham and a 4-0 defeat of Apalachee.
BASEBALL GETS BIG WIN AT HOOVER (AL) TOURNEY
Baseball was in Hoover Alabama this weekend at the illustrious Perfect Game High School Challenge. Our Panthers got a big win over Florida powerhouse Cardinal Bishop.
JAXCO SPORTS PHYSICALS
Jaxco Sports Physicals will be offered on April 11th for rising 9th - rising 12th Graders!
Print and Fill out the parent section of the Jaxco Physical Packet
Reserve your spot by purchasing a ticket on GoFan
Bring your paperwork and ticket on your phone
Get a physical that lasts through next school year!
MAIER GETS 100TH WIN
In Friday's win over Apalachee, Coach Matt Maier picked up his 100th Career win, all coming as the Head Coach of our Lady Panther soccer program. Congrats, Coach Maier!
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