WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
OCTOBER 13-19, 2025
EVENTS
NEWS FROM THE NEST
Principal's Message, October 8, 2025
Chorus Chick-Fil-A Chicken Biscuits
EJHS Chorus will be selling yummy Chick-Fil-A chicken biscuits this Friday morning, October 17th, from 7:00-7:55 am in the front atrium and in front of the school.
$5.00 per biscuit. Please bring exact change and buy a biscuit or two.
Proceeds go to support chorus students as they raise funds for their 2026 Italy Performance Tour and Competition.
Thank you for supporting our kids. Go Eagles!
Spanish Club Meeting
The Spanish Club will meet on Wednesday, October 22nd immediately after school in Señora Kirk's classroom.
Lady Eagles Basketball Tryouts
Girls Basketball Tryouts will be held on October 20th and 22nd from 3:30-5:00pm in the main gym. You must have a physical on file to tryout.
JCSS Student of the Week-One of our Own!
Congratulations to Kaleb Nunley, who was recently selected as our school district's student of the week!
7 Mindsets Heroes
Congratulations to this months EJHS 7 Mindsets Heroes: Mr. Caleb Malone and Marlee McCullough. They were selected for their "Passion First" mindset.
Chorus Chicken Que Fundraiser
Help our chorus students travel for their 2026 performance tour in Italy! Buy your chicken que plate tickets for $20 per plate from any chorus student or contact Dr. Chandler.
August and September Library SOTM
Congratulations to our August and September Library Students of the Month, Jaelynn Humphreys and Ryleigh Kate Martin!
Want a chance to win our monthly EJHS media center prize basket? Participate in our various programs and monthly reading challenges and earn tickets for engaging with the library! The more you participate, the greater your chances of winning! Ask for details in the media center.
October Teacher of the Month
Congratulations to our October Teacher of the Month, Ms. Chandler DeJesus! Special thanks to the Hardigree Team for sponsoring teacher recognitions each month and thank you to Jordan Enterprises for this month's treat!
New EJHS Wall of Honor
EJHS Wall of Honor – Help Us Recognize Our Heroes!
East Jackson High School is creating a Wall of Honor to recognize EJHS ALUMNI AND CURRENT FACULTY/STAFF who have served in the U.S. military. This tribute will be a permanent scrolling slideshow displayed on a TV screen outside the cafeteria.
We know our military members are humble, so anyone - friends, family, teachers, or fellow Eagles - can submit a name.
Please complete the attached Google Form: https://bit.ly/ejhswallofhonor.
Help us celebrate and honor the brave Eagles who have served our country.
Eastside Fall Festival
Save the date and join us for our 4th Annual Eastside Fall Festival!
Spirit Wear Available
Attention Eagles! Spirit Wear is available TODAY for pickup.
There are limited quantities available, so don’t miss out on your chance to grab some EJHS spirit wear before it’s gone!
https://forms.gle/Rvp4pyXavjLeBgrA9
All proceeds go to Staff Appreciation!
Pickup and payments can be made at EJHS (Card, Cash, or Check made out to EJHS.)
Senior Ads
Attention Eagles, purchase your senior ads now! Full page, half page, and quarter page ads are available for purchase. Contact anichols26@jcss.us or Mrs. Lawhorn with any questions!
FCA Invites You
Please join the East Jackson FCA each Thursday morning in the large gym for an encouraging message to set the tone for the day.
School Bus Safety Poster Contest
The Jackson County School System will once again be participating in the annual Bus Safety Poster Contest sponsored by the Georgia Department of Education. Interested students should contact their school's art teacher for more information!
ONGOING NEWS
Raptor App
We are thrilled to announce all JCSS schools are adopting the Raptor Safe mobile application as part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety, while streamlining visitor management check-in at our schools. The Raptor Safe app builds upon existing visitor procedures, offering a more convenient and secure check-in process for visitors.
Learn more by visiting www.jacksonschoolsga.org/raptorsafe.
Connect With JCSS
25-26 Bell Schedule
Student Parking Passes
EJHS student parking passes are now available. Please scan the QR code shown or visit https://bit.ly/ejhsparking to select and purchase your spot for the 25-26 school year.
Approved JCSS School Start Times
Stock the Clinic
Please help us stock the EJHS Clinic. Below is a list of helpful items. Any donations can be dropped off at the EJHS front office. Thank you!
Free/Reduced Lunch Applications
The Free and Reduced Meal Application for the 2025-26 school year is now available. To apply, visit www.jacksonschoolsga.org/freeandreduced.
JCSS Bus Route Information
Bus routes for the 2025-26 school year are available via the Here Comes The Bus app or on our district website. Please visit www.jacksonschoolsga.org/busroutes to view the routes for this school year.
Linq Connect for Lunch Account Payments
Pay at LINQ Connect
- Breakfast costs $1.45 in the elementary schools and $1.55 in the middle and high schools.
- Lunch costs $2.10 in the elementary schools and $2.60 in the middle and high schools.
- Adults can eat with their children at $2.75 for breakfast or $3.75 for lunch.
SchoolWindow for All Other Payment Transactions
SchoolWindow is the only way to complete transactions related to school services, including fundraisers, club dues, and spirit wear. No account is needed to register. Download the app and find our school to start making payments today.
SchoolWindow Payment Link:
https://jacksoncountyga.schoolwindow.com/payer_login.html
Required Vaccine
Students who are 16 years old or will be 16 over the summer and in the 11th grade MUST HAVE the MVC4/Meningitis booster vaccine. Please make sure your student has their vaccine if they are eligible.
FCA Invites All to Join
Please join the East Jackson FCA each Thursday morning in the large gym for an encouraging message to set the tone for the day.
Play Cards for the Public Library
EJCHS Students:
Did you know your JCSS student ID can be used to sign up for a PLAY CARD with our local public library? PLAY CARDS can be used to access a number of resources and provide other benefits. Please see the attached flyers to learn more!
Contact your media specialist, Renee Chandler, with questions or for more information (rchandler@jcss.us).
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Estudiantes de EJCHS:
¿Sabía que su identificación de estudiante de JCSS se puede utilizar para registrarse para obtener una PLAY CARD en nuestra biblioteca pública local? PLAY CARDS se puede utilizar para acceder a una serie de recursos y proporcionar otros beneficios. ¡Consulte los folletos adjuntos para obtener más información!
Comuníquese con su especialista en medios, Renee Chandler, si tiene preguntas o desea obtener más información (rchandler@jcss.us).
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