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May 5, 2026

 


 

  

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May 5, 2026

 

 

   

 

 
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Complimentary event for sophomores, juniors and their parents courtesy of our JCHS Partner in Education
 
 
 

JCHS PTSA is excited to welcome Diana Ha Select Advisory, our newest partner in education,

a premier consultancy that develops high-impact integrated college applicants. Along with the verbal SAT & ACT and college essay coaching that has seen students to the college of their dreams, offerings include personalized roadmapping for underclassmen to differentiate their applicant profile and dynamic group sessions that transform students who shut down under pressure or struggle to write.

JCHS PTSA is grateful for the expertise and high-touch mentorship of DHSA founder Diana Ha, Penn graduate, former professor of composition, educator, and writer who has led college essay workshops in school districts and conferences. To celebrate this partnership, the Advisory is offering sophomores, juniors, and their parents a special complimentary event — a virtual close read of a successful Harvard application essay, unpacking what made it work.

Register here for Friday, May 15, 5:30–6:10 pm.

 
Write DH@DianaHa.org if you can't access link.

DianaHa.org

 

 
Thank you for your help, Diana ! She got accepted at every school that she wanted to go to
AND received great scholarships!

Heather J. JCHS parent

 
 
April Wellness Wednesdays
 
April 15, 2026
 
On April 15, 2026, the JCHS PTSA organized a Wellness Wednesday event specifically for the Senior class. As part of the wellness committee’s ongoing efforts to promote student well-being and safety, the PTSA invited Ms. Rae Ann Gruver to speak to students. Ms. Rae Ann Gruver is recognized for her advocacy against hazing and her work with the Max Gruver Foundation. During the event, she shared the story of her son, Max Gruver, whose tragic experience with fraternity hazing inspired the creation of the foundation. Her presentation emphasized the dangers and consequences of hazing, as well as the importance of creating a culture of respect and responsibility among young adults. Ms. Gruver’s talk highlighted how JCHS students can make a difference by standing up against harmful practices and supporting one another. The event encouraged open dialogue, raised awareness, and empowered students to take action to ensure a safer and more supportive environment as they prepare for college and beyond.
 
 
April 22, 2026
 

On April 22, 2026, the JCHA PTSA hosted their final Wellness Wednesday event of the 2025-2026 school year. This special event marked the culmination of a year focused on promoting  health and well-being throughout the school year. The final event served as both a celebration and a reminder of the importance of taking time to care for oneself and others. By combining outdoor recess and ice pops, the PTSA ensured that the last Wellness Wednesday was memorable for all who participated.

 

 

A special shout out to our parent volunteers!! 2025-2026 Wellness Wednesday’s wouldn’t have been possible without our amazing parent volunteers!!!

 

 


 

 

SENIOR ACTIVITIES 

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We encourage students and parents to follow these pages so you never miss a key update. It’s a year full of growth, memories, and celebration, and we’re honored to walk alongside you through it all. 

Please use the link below to pay your Senior Activities Fee (different from the graduation fee)
to enjoy all the fun celebrations and treats through out the year.     https://johnscreekhsptsa.membershiptoolkit.com/open_forms  

  

Graduation is quickly approaching!  And we remind everyone of the remaining dates for Senior Activities Fun! (Senior Activities is a separate voluntary fee from the required Graduation Fee and only those seniors who have paid their Senior Activities fee may participate.) 
 
Senior Sunset Thursday, May 7th ~ 7 pm-9 pm
 
Senior Carnival Tuesday, May 12th ~ 11 am-2 pm

Senior Breakfast Wednesday, May 13th ~ 9 am-10 pm

 
 
SENIOR YARD SIGNS
If you did not sign up for Senior Activities but would like a Senior Graduate Yard Sign, you can use the link below to order one for $20.  Yard Signs will be distributed during the Golden Envelope Collection dates/times.
 
  
SENIOR CARNIVAL
If you did not sign up for Senior Activities but would like to attend the Senior Carnival, you can use the link below to purchase a ticket for $35. 

 
VOLUNTEERS
We LOVE volunteers and need you to make all these events possible. Please use link to sign up:     https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E4FA5AE2BA64-58423271-2026
  
 

 
More Volunteer Opportunities
  
 
GRADUATION DAY
May 14: 2 volunteers from 3:00 PM to 4:15 PM to hand out boxed meals to staff before the graduation ceremony.
 
 
 You can sign up here:  Staff Support Volunteers If you have questions, please contact
Tamara Liles at tamaraliles3@gmail.com
 
  
MEDIA CENTER
You will find a unique experience to interact with teachers and students!
Select your available time for Tuesdays and Thursdays below.
Please contact Tobey Gray if you have any questions or need other days.
Tobey Gray
(404) 663-6232

REMINDER  ðŸ˜€
Please check your Fulton County volunteer expiration date. If you will be helping in the coming months and your registration is going to expire, please visit the following link to register.
 
 
Thank you!
Fangping Yu /VP Volunteer
 

 

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There's so much more inside JCHS PTSA.

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

 

 

Learn more about:

  • Volunteer Opportunities

  • Senior Activities

  • Student Ambassadorships

  • Scholarships  

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PTSA Partners in Education 

  

1Act Driving Schools  

https://www.1statlantaduischool.com/

 

  

Aldi Corporate Giving 

https://www.aldi.us/

 

America's Service Station

https://www.americasservicestationalpharetta.com/

 

 

 

American Commerce Bank

https://www.americancommercebank.com/

 

 

    

AppleRouth 

 https://www.applerouth.com/

 

 

  

Best in Class  

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

 

  

C2 Education  

https://www.c2educate.com/

 

 

 

Chick-Fil-A  Alpharetta Commons  

https://www.chick-fil-a.com/locations/ga/alpharetta-commons

 





Diana Ha Select Advisory

DianaHa.org

 

 Dunkin' Donuts

dunkindonuts.com

 

 

 

Game Theory College Planners  

https://gametheory.college/

 

 

 

Great Harvest 

https://www.greatharvest.com/

 
Jeremiah's Italian Ice
https://jeremiahsice.com/

   

Huntington Learning Center  

https://huntingtonhelps.com/locations/johns-creek-ga

 

InGenius Prep

https://ingeniusprep.com/

 

 

Johns Creek Financial

https://brian@johnscreekfinancial.com

 

 

 Lex Techs of Atlanta

https://lextechsofatlanta.com/

 

 

                   

Mibab Orthodontics

https://mibabortho.com/

 

 

Northside Hospital 

https://www.northside.com/locations/northside-hospital-atlanta

 

 

Peachtree College Planning 

https://peachtreecollegeplanning.com/

 

Prestige Institute SAT/ACT Prep

https://www.prestigei.com/alpharetta

 

Publix Partners

 https://clubpublix.com/

 

 

  

Sara Donuts 

https://www.sarahdonuts.com/

 

 

 

School of Rock Johns Creek

https://www.schoolofrock.com/locations/johnscreek

 

 

Starbucks Medlock Crossing  

https://www.starbucks.com/

 

 

Yara Parada State Farm 

https://yaraparada.com/

 

 

 

 

Summit Counseling Center  

https://www.summitcounseling.org

 

 

The College Family Plan

https://thecollegefamilyplan.com/

 

 

True Education

 


 

JCHS PTSA Board Officers 2025-26

Executive Committee (Officers)

 

Co-President    

Ryann Kennedy

 

Co-President   

Mary Beth Kennedy

 

Recording Secretary

Lindsay Phillips

 

Treasurer

Sung Bae

 

Parliamentarian

Wendy Englehardt

 

Principal

Chris Shearer

 

Board of Directors

 

Communications

Lael Dye

 

Membership

Jessica Stewart and Soon-Ho Kim

 

Administrative Support

Eileen Lau

 

Academic Enrichment

Caifeng Guo and Xiaoyun Zhang

 

Information Technology

TBD

 

Legislation

Kristen Bush

 

Partner In Education

Carol Muro

 

Senior Activities

Jaime Perez and Lindsay Westcott

 

Staff Support

Emily Lovelace and Tamara Liles

 

Volunteers

Fangping Yu

 

Wellness

Kelly White and Trisha Trien

 

Teacher Representative

Chelsea Dreyer

 

Student Representative

Lucy Liu

 


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Diana Ha on 5/5/2026 11:49 am