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JCHS PTSA Update - October 17, 2023

Weekly Newsletter - OCTOBER 17, 2023


PTSA Membership Drive

Greetings Gladiator Families, 

The JCHS PTSA needs your help! As of right now, we have only reached approximately 65% of our membership goal for this school year. If we are unable to increase our membership base, we will have to make the difficult decision to potentially cut funding to programs that benefit our students such as Honor Roll events and classroom mini grants.

 

Did you know that 100% of your PTSA membership dollars goes directly back to the school to support your students? Each year our membership numbers are dropping. Which means each year there is less money for us to spend on student scholarships, classroom mini grants to enhance the learning experience, and wellness programs every month for student benefit, just to name a few.  This is a critical year for us.  Please help us build back our membership base so we can expand programs that benefit our kids!  There are various levels of membership and any donation is greatly appreciated. 

 

Please note that the deadline is October 27, 2023 to include a yearbook with a PTSA Membership donation of $300 or higher.

 


 

Please visit our website at www.jchsptsa.com for more information and to join.

To those families who have already joined, we THANK YOU for your support!

 

WELLNESS

Our next Wellness Wednesday is Oct 25th during each lunch period.  We will be having a RETRO RECESS in the courtyard.  Old School Games,  Come take a break, get some sun, join the fun!

The Wellness Team

Parent volunteers contact Misti Howie at howiehome@msn.com to volunteer.  

REFLECTIONS

Due to some scheduling delays from State PTA, they have chosen to push back the dates for the 2023-24 North Fulton Council Reflections Exhibition. So we are able to extend our Reflections deadline to Oct.23 to give our students more time to prepare for their Reflections submission.

National PTA Reflections: Explore the Arts and Express Yourself.  The National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the art and in life.

 

 

 

Is Your Child On Track in Math?

IvyMath is providing all Johns Creek families with a free online math tutoring session and an in-depth parent conference to discuss your child's strengths and weaknesses and how they compare to grade level.
 

IvyMath will also create a custom learning plan that  maps out the exact areas your child should be focusing on in math. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions, and understand what your child needs to feel confident and stay on track in math this year.

 

The IvyMath tutoring session, parent conference, and learning plan are free for all Johns Creek families. Popular times fill up, so please register quickly! Signup now at: IvyMath.com/Boost

 

Marlow's Spirit Night for the JCHS Cheerleaders: 

The JCHS Cheerleading Team and Marlow's on Old Alabama have joined together for a Spirit Night supporting the Gladiator Cheerleading program.  Join us Thursday, Oct. 26th from 4-9 pm and let your server know you are there for the Johns Creek High School Cheerleading Team!  15% of your tab comes back to the program!  This works on dine in AND take out orders!  Make a plan to feed the family and support the Johns Creek High School Cheerleaders on Thursday, Oct. 26th.  

 

Last Call for Senior Portraits: Deadline is Nov. 15

Graduating seniors need to have a portrait session scheduled with Cady Studios by Nov. 15 to be included in this year’s yearbook. If you haven’t scheduled a formal portrait yet, Cady Studios will be setting up shop at Johns Creek in the auditorium lobby on Thursday, Nov. 2. They will offer five-minute, one-pose sessions for students who haven’t been photographed yet. Please note that this is only for seniors and is not meant as a retake for students who have already had their photos taken. It’s an effort to get as many graduates into the yearbook as we can. There is no cost for the session. Click here to schedule your session.

 

 

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.  The October Senior Treat is Crumbl Cookies today!

 

Pay your graduation fee today:

  • Today - October 31, 2023 = $160 (includes tax)
  • Starting November 1, 2023 the fee increases to $170
  • Starting January 1, 2024 the fee increases to $195

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

 

 


Upcoming Events 

 

OCTOBER 2023 

 

Oct 26 SAT for Seniors

 

Click here for more calendar items 

 

   

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

All volunteers must complete the Fulton County Schools volunteer training prior before they will be allowed to enter the building to work with students.  https://www.fultonschools.org/volunteer  

 

Voter Registration Drive
We have an exciting opportunity for you to make a real difference in our community! On October 16th, from 10:15 AM to 1:45 PM, we are organizing a voter registration drive for seniors during lunch at our school. Whether you have experience in voter registration or are simply passionate about community engagement, we welcome your involvement. Please consider donating your time and helping us make this event a success. Sign up today at Voter Registration Signup.
 
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 
 
Honor Roll Celebration 
We are excited to invite you to join us in celebrating our outstanding students on October 26, 2023! On this special day, we will be honoring our hardworking and dedicated honor roll students during their lunch break. To make this celebration even more memorable, we are seeking volunteers to help distribute treats to these deserving students. Your presence and support will mean the world to them as they enjoy a well-deserved moment of recognition. If you can spare some time on October 26th to lend a hand, please sign up at Honor Roll Volunteers. Let's come together as a community to make this day extra special for our honor roll students. 
  

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: 

 

Johns Creek High School PTSA on

  

Facebook @jchsptsa

 

Instagram @jchs_ptsa


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/

 

  


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

Erica Peng

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.

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Kristen Bush on 10/16/2023 8:51 am