October 23-27:
PanthersGiving Food Collection
JCHS Clinic Supply Drive
Master Key Competition
October 24-25: Panther Players One Act Play The Mad Ones, 7:00 PM Auditorium
October 25:
Key Club Meeting, 3:15 Grand Staircase
ESP Club Meeting
October 26:
JCHS Cover to Cover Book Club, 3:15 Auditorium Lobby
Pathway Information and Dual Enrollment Night, 5-7:30 PM Empower College and Career Center
October 27: West Side Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat, 5-8PM
October 28-29: Mountain Bike Peach State Championship
Athletic Events are posted in the PAW section.
October 31:
Spanish Honor Society Meeting, 3:15-3:45 Upper B Hall
IB late exam order periods end
November 1: Deadline to register for Fall Semester AP Exams
November 10: Scholastic Images on Campus during lunches
November 16: Jaxco Golf Interest Meeting
November 20-24: Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 25: Jaxco Holiday Market
Athletic Events are posted in the PAW section.
AP Exam Registration
Please Read: AP Informational Letter
For students enrolled in AP courses, registration for 1st Semester AP exams is now available through Total Registration. Parents and students can locate the AP testing exam schedule, and link to the Total Registration website at our JCHS AP webpage.
Students must be registered and paid in full on Total Registration by November 1st.
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.
EARLY RELEASE PROCEDURES: December 19th & 20th
Car riders and students who drive may leave campus at 10:55
Lunch: 10:55-11:20 (all students) with a release to buses by 11:25
CLICK HERE FOR A PRINTABLE EXAM SCHEDULE.
October 22, 2023
PanthersGiving Donations
It time for our annual PanthersGiving! The first-period class with the most COMPLETE Boxes will win Chick-fil-A sandwich coupon cards. Any additional food items will be distributed to our families. We are collecting items til October 27th!
Jaxco Spirit Store
Visit this link to order.
Deadline: October 29, 2023
Student Support Services Personnel Changes
We are thrilled to announce two important changes in our Student Support Services team:
Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Briann Nash to her new role as Student Support Services Secretary. Ms. Nash will be responsible for overseeing student attendance among her various duties. If you ever need to submit an electronic attendance excuse for your student, please don't hesitate to contact Mrs. Nash at bnash@jcss.us.
We're also delighted to share that Mrs. Michelle Pryor has also transitioned to the role of Student Support Services Specialist. She will also serve as the Athletic Secretary for our Athletic Department. If you need to reach out to her, please don't hesitate to email her at mpryor@jcss.us.
Book Club
Fall Festival at JCHS
JCHS Clinic Supply Drive
Bring your clinic supply donations from October 23-27.
Jaxco Holiday Market
Jackson County High School is hosting its 1st annual Jaxco Holiday Market. We will have a variety of vendors selling jewelry, candles, clothing, and more! Come out to support local small businesses and the students of Jackson County High School. Scan the QR code or visit this link for vendor information. We hope to see you at this fun event!
Join Speech and Debate Club
Environmental Club Socktober
Visit the Environmental Club Socktober online campaign for funky socks for a cause!
Pathway Information and Dual Enrollment Night
The Jackson County School System will be hosting a Pathway Information and Dual Enrollment Night at the Empower College and Career Center on Thursday, October 26 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. In addition to the pathway information night inside the student center, JCSS and Empower will be hosting an informational meeting for students who will be in 9th grade for the 2024-25 school year at 6:15 and 7 p.m. A Dual enrollment meeting, for students who will be in 10th through 12 grade for the upcoming school year, will be held at 5:30 p.m. inside the Empower Auditorium.
Mobile Users: Click HERE to open the Reminders section in a new window.
Work-Based Learning Spotlight
JCHS Senior, Kylen Hewell is an intern for the Banks/Jackson Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Chapter. She is hosted by Mrs. Kelsi Jones, and today she led the Legacy Knoll Middle School Friday meeting as the primary speaker. Kylen rocked her speech. She plans to play softball in college and continue her journey with FCA into a potential career.
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!
Panther Highlights
Congratulations to Jackson County High School's rowing stars, Emerson Wright, Colton Couch, and Mattox Couch, for securing gold medals at the Secret City Head race in Oak Ridge, TN. Their impressive victories in the U17 quad and singles races, with times nearly a minute faster than their competitors, highlight their dedication and excellence. Great job representing Panther Nation!
Dual Enrollment Information Meeting
Register for the SAT!
AP Testing
For students enrolled in AP courses, registration for 1st Semester AP exams is now available through Total Registration. Parents and students can locate the AP testing exam schedule, and link to the Total Registration website at our JCHS AP webpage.
Students must be registered and paid in full on Total Registration by November 1st.
Important Dates for Seniors:
October 27: Deadline to vote for senior superlative representatives by 12 PM
November 1: Cady senior photos must be taken by this date to appear in the yearbook.
November 10: Scholastic Images will be on campus during lunches.
November 30: Cap and Gown Packages should be ordered by this date for proper sizing.
Decembember 1: Yearbook Tribute Ads must be purchased by this date.
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 and Tribute Ads can be purchased at www.yearbookordercenter.com. Tribute Ads must be purchased by December 1st. 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- November 10th, December 15th, January 12th, February 9th, March 7th, March 8th, April 19th (Cap & Gown Delivery Only), May 10th
Cap and Gown Packages should be ordered by November 30th for proper sizing, but any package ordered after March 1st will incur a $20 late charge
Senior Pictures:
Your formal (tux or black drape) photo for the yearbook must be taken by Cady Studios. Your senior photos must be taken by November 1st to appear in the yearbook. You may submit a casual photo by an outside photographer. Instructions on how to do so will be sent in early October
GA MATCH will show you which of the 22 colleges and universities you are eligible to attend in Georgia. Letters are being sent out throughout October! Be on the lookout for yours!
It's Time to Vote for Senior Superlatives!
Senior year is in full swing, and it is time to vote for your class senior superlative representatives. Please complete the form below to vote for your choices. You MUST vote BEFORE October 27th at 12 PM. Please check your email for the voting link. You must be signed into your JCHS account to complete the form.
Senior Presentation
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 Bundle
Order your Official 2024 Senior Swag Bundle TODAY and save $27*! Your hoodie, beanie, and tumbler will ship home to you no later than December, just in time for the holidays! Your diploma plaque will be delivered to you at your schools cap & gown delivery in the Spring. See the attached flyer for all that’s included and make sure to order BEFORE it closes on October 15th!
GRIND & CLIMB, PANTHERS.
STUDENT ATHLETES OF THE MONTH- SEPTEMBER
Congratulations to our Student Athletes of the Month for September - Adam Thomas and Ruthie Fowler!
VOLLEYBALL FINISHES SEASON
Volleyball Season ended Saturday at Pope High School. The Panther varsity team ended the year with a 30-7 record, region runner up, ranked in the top ten in the state, and with a sweet sixteen appearance. A great season!
GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY REGION RUNNERS UP
The Panther girls cross country team finished Region 8-AAAAAA Runner Up for the second consecutive year on Saturday. They will move to the State meet in Carrollton on November 4th.
The boys team raced hard, but finished just short of qualifying for state. Their season comes to an end.
SOFTBALL SEASON ENDS IN STATE PLAYOFFS
For the 9th season in 10 years, Panther softball took a trip to the state playoffs. The Panthers defeated Roswell 8-0, but fell to East Paulding to end their season with a 17-10 record.
CHEER HITS A PERFECT ROUTINE AT SOUTH FORSYTH
UntitledOur Lady Cheer Cats NAILED their routine on Saturday and defeated Lakeside (Evans), Johns Creek, Etowah, and Alpharetta. We finished 1.5 points behind Roswell to take home 4th overall!
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