Weekly Newsletter - FEBRuary 21, 2024

STAFF LUNCHEON

The JCHS staff was treated to a delicious Korean luncheon on February 8. Thanks so much to the many hands who prepared this fabulous occasion. The teachers and staff members are truly grateful for the love and care that was poured into every detail. Without a doubt, the Korean lunch is the highlight of our school year! We consider ourselves incredibly fortunate to have such dedicated and thoughtful parents in our community. The parents of the following students participated: Steve Hyun, June Choi, Kyle Jeong, Jinwook Jung, Edward Kim, Alex Lee, Benjamin Lee, Byungwoo Lee, Caren Lee, Henry Lee, Justin Lee, Korrine Lee, Madison Lee, Justin Park, Gene Seo and Sophia Sung.

WELLNESS

MAMMA MIA!

Tickets for Mamma Mia are on sale now. Come and enjoy this fun jukebox musical starring your favorite students from JCHS! Get your tickets today at https://jchstheater.booktix.com/

NEW VOLUNTEER PROCESS

Beginning Wednesday, January 3, 2024, Fulton County Schools began utilizing the CheckMate Sign-In system to welcome 0visitors and volunteers into our schools. This has replaced the Raptor system. Despite feedback from office staff, the Volunteer Registration database did not roll over into the new system. Unfortunately, all school volunteers will need to re-register to assist with working in the office, attendance office, drama department, team meals, senior treats, Wellness Wednesday, senior carnival, chaperones, etc. Any task that will allow you to interact with students will require you to re-register. We apologize for the inconvenience, but it is out of our hands. Please follow the link to access the FCS Volunteer Registration page.

https://www.fultonschools.org/Page/9539

Finally, all visitors must remember to bring in their driver's license each time they sign in. This is non-negotiable. The license will need to be scanned each time they come to the office. It will not hold onto the information like the other system. So, if you are coming in for a parent/counseling/teacher/administrator meeting, you must remember to bring your license. It can't be digital either.

Thank you for being patient as we implement this new safety procedure.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FRONT OFFICE

The Front Office is looking for a few additional volunteers. The time commitment is as little as just 2-3 hours per month. This is a low stress environment and a great way to be involved in our school. The main responsibility would be answering the front door and checking in visitors. You have the option of volunteering once per month, twice per month, or substituting when there is an opening. If you'd like more information on this opportunity or interested in volunteering, please reach out to adminsupport@jchsptsa.com.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Newsletter Editor

Are you passionate about words, storytelling, and making a difference in your community? Do you have an eye for detail, a flair for creativity, and a knack for communication? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Volunteer Newsletter Editor! At JCHS PTSA we believe that great stories have the power to inspire, inform, and unite people. Our newsletter is the heart and soul of our communication with our community, and we're looking for someone like you to help us take it to new heights. Please contact Kristen Bush kristenbush@yahoo.com

NEW Class of 2024 Scholarship Opportunity

The North Fulton Council of PTAs is once again offering the Sally FitzGerald Scholarship to deserving candidates from the Class of 2024. Applicants must be a PTSA member in good standing and plan to enroll in a post-secondary study (certification program, technical college, or university). The submission deadline is March 13, 2024. Please see the attached PDF for more information. Entry should be made through this link,

Class of 2024 Future Commitments

JCHS PTSA is proud to sponsor the College and Career Commitment Board to celebrate the future plans of our seniors. If you are a current senior and have chosen your post-graduation pathway ( military branch, trade school, technical college, or university, etc), we want to hear from you. Follow the link to submit your information and we will add your name to the College and Career Commitment Board. Congratulations Class of 2024!!

2024 Commitment Form

Class of 2024: Sign up for senior activities. You will need a QR Code to access the activities. Click here to sign up for senior activities.

Pay your graduation fee today:

The fee is $195

Graduation Fees are mandatory and are paid directly to 3^RDASCENT (the company the school contracts with to provide graduation regalia). You can pay the fee on their website: www.3rdAscent.com

Upcoming Events

February 2024


Feb 19	Presidents' Day Holiday (schools closed)
Feb 20	Professional Development Day (students off)

Click here for more calendar items

DID YOU KNOW THE JHCS PTSA HELPS PROVIDE SO MUCH FOR OUR STUDENTS & STAFF? THINGS LIKE ...

Senior Activities to include Senior Treats, Senior Lunch, Yard Signs, and Baby Pictures
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week, Luncheons, and Birthday Recognitions
Front Office and Attendance Office Volunteers
College Visits and a College & Career Fair
Freshman/Senior Mentorship Program
Honors Night; Honor Roll Recognition
Laurel Schmitt Scholarship
Mini-Grants for Teachers
Reflections Art Program
Wellness Wednesdays
Freshman Mini-Camp
Senior Scholarships

Attention Seniors ... Register to Vote!

How to Register: Its easy and online registertovote.sos.ga.gov

If you will be away from home at college, etc. on an election day, remember to apply for an Absentee Ballot several weeks in advance. Go to mvp.sos.ga.gov, and click on the "Absentee Ballot" option. You can also check your registration details and voting location on this site.

Note that if you make a permanent move, be sure to change your Georgia voter registration details or register with your new state of residence when you get a new driver's license.

Give While You Shop!

Have you joined Publix Partners in support of Johns Creek HS, yet?

If not, participating is easy!

Simply sign up for Club Publix or log in to your existing account, click Publix Partners, and select Johns Creek High School.

Then, every time you shop at Publix, pay with the Publix app or enter your phone number at checkout and Publix will give back to our school!

Thank you!

JCHS Spirit Gear is Here!

Click the image to get yours today!

Follow the PTSA on Social!

To stay informed and up-to-date on all important information, happenings and photos of recent events please follow us on:

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Facebook @jchsptsa

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PTSA Partners in Education

Publix

https://www.publix.com/

Zilla

https://www.zillagigs.com/

Huntington Learning Center

https://huntingtonhelps.com/

Yara Parada - State Farm Insurance

https://www.statefarm.com/agent/us/ga/johns-creek/yara-parada-aguirre-mzm1w61rbak

Best In Class Education Center

https://www.bestinclasseducation.com/locations/johns-creek/

The Summit Counseling Center

https://www.summitcounseling.org

There's So Much More Inside the JCHS PTSA

Find out what all the PTSA does & how you can benefit from being part of this JCHS community!

Click the button below to learn about:

Volunteer Opportunities

Senior Activities

Student Ambassadorships

Scholarships

JCHS PTSA Board Officers 2023-24

Executive Committee (Officers)

Co-President Co-President	Ashley Mullins Wendy Englehardt
Recording Secretary	Carol Muro
Treasurer	Peng Li
Parliamentarian	Kelly White
Principal	Chris Shearer

Board of Directors

Communications	Jing Chen
Membership	Huey Bullock Lisa Venco
Administrative Support	Jennifer Barnhouse Annette Hendrickson
Academic Enrichment	Hongli Li Cherry Luo
Senior Activities	Angie Williams Caye Watts
Wellness	Misti Howe Mic Bishop @JCHSwellness
Staff Support	Ann Montague Ryann Kennedy
Legislation	OPEN
Information Technology	Jimmy Mo
Volunteers	Kristen Bush
Teacher Representative	Susanne Coleman
Student Representative	Grant Zimmerman
Counseling Representative	Sammy Latham

For a full list of the board and contact information, click here.