Unlocking Success at Jackson High School
Discover how Jackson High School is dedicated to developing a learning community focused on preparing students for success in society and the workforce. Meet the dedicated administration, explore the mission aligned with Plan 2020, learn about the school's food service, guidance office, and key factors for a successful transition to JHS. Find out about Clarke County BOE promotion policies and graduation requirements.
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Unlocking the Door to Success at Jackson High School http://clarkecounty.jhs.schoolinsites.com
Our Mission We strive to develop a learning community where teachers and students are constantly in the pursuit of knowledge that will produce competent members of society and effective members of the work force. Our mission is aligned with the vision of Plan 2020 that the AL State Dept. of Education has for our children: Every child, a Graduate Every child, prepared
JHS Administration/Office Staff Stuart R. Etheredge, Principal Richard Brown, Assistant Principal LeAnn West, Bookkeeper Missie Powell, Receptionist Abby Beverly, School Nurse
JHS Food Service Darlene Scott, Cafeteria Manager Breakfast begins at 7:15 a.m. All students will receive free breakfast/lunch Student allowed to bring sack lunches from home No Outside Beverages/Open Containers Food(Restaurants, etc.) not allowed
Guidance Office Sonja Pugh, 9th-10thCounselor spugh@clarkecountyschools.org Crystal Stabler, 11th-12thCounselor cstabler@clarkecountyschools.org Linda Brown, Registrar
Why Should You See Your Counselor? Schedule Changes Personal Issues at Home/School Peer Mediation Emotional Support Academic/Career Planning Academic Support Services Transcripts General Information
Key Factors in a Good Transition to JHS Becoming more aware of self identity Assuming more Independence/Responsibility Parental Involvement is Still Important!!! -INOW Home Portal (Information will be provided during Open House on September 10th) Being aware of GPA/creation of your permanent record 7 Periods vs. 4 Block Classes - Length and size of Classes - Study Time - Promotion Policy
Clarke County BOE Promotion Policy Credits needed to move to 10thGrade 7 Credits needed to move to 11thGrade 14 Credits needed to move to 12thGrade 20 Carnegie Units required to graduate 28
DIPLOMA OPTIONS 1. Alabama High School Diploma with Advanced Academic Endorsement (*Career Technical Endorsement also available with this diploma.) 2. Alabama High School Diploma with *Career Technical Endorsement 3. Alabama High School Diploma *Credentialing in Career Tech components with Passing of Designated Assessment PICK UP A CHART ON THE TABLE OUTSIDE!!
Graduation Requirements Students must complete required units as outlined by state and local agencies, but there is no longer a graduation assessment/test Regardless of endorsement, a student must be a member of the National Honors Society in order to graduate with honors from JHS Advanced Honors (Advanced simply means college bound curriculum)
National Honors Society(NHS) Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 to become a member(1sttime of eligibility is at the beginning of Spring semester of 10th grade) Demonstrate good character/behavior skills Must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.15 to remain a member Great addition to your resume and scholarship applications
TESTING 2015-2016 10thGrade: Aspire (Free State Assessment) and PSAT (Voluntary, $15) 11thGrade: ACT w/Writing(Free State Assessment) and PSAT (Voluntary, $15) 12thGrade: ACT WorkKeys Global Scholars: 9thGrade
What Do You Want to Do After Graduation? Explore/nurture your interests to determine your career path Career Tech Academies allow you to get certified/credentialed in certain areas by the time you graduate Get a head start on college courses with Dual Enrollment and AP classes
JHS Career Tech Academies (See your counselor for more details) Health Science Information Technology Finance Family and Consumer Business, Management, and Administration Welding Why get certified/credentialed? - Employers see you as a better candidate b/c it saves them time/money on training you - Proves you are work ready!!! - Great for those who plan to attend 4 yr programs as well - Looks good on resume and scholarship applications
Dual Enrollment Available for 10-12thgraders Work on college courses while in high school Currently 3 college hours = 1 credit unit Offered through - (Early College at Univ. of AL); discounted tuition, no free classes - Dual Enrollment/Accelerated High School at AL Southern * BOGO(buy one, make at least a C and get the next class free) Career Tech Dual Enrollment also available(Free for eligible students) VALUABLE OPPORTUNITY FOR OUR STUDENTS!!! (applications available in the guidance office)
Advanced Placement(AP) Classes AP courses offered online via ACCESS which is free for Alabama High School Students Allows students to take an exam in the Spring of the year during which the course is taken Scores range from 1- 4. Students receive college credit with a score of at least 3 Currently, Calculus is the only AP course offered here on JHS campus.
Get Involved! ! !! Athletics Arts: Band, Chorus Service Organizations Academic Organizations Clubs (Research shows that the more involved students are in school, the less likely their chances are of getting into trouble with the law and/or dropping out of school. It takes more than good grades to be competitive for scholarships. Get involved in your school and community!
Making Dreams A Reality: One Student at a Time Four years go fast !!!! Upon graduation, we expect every student to have accomplished: Social Skills Necessary for Adulthood Job Readiness College , Military, or Workforce Entrance Scholarship Eligibility Realize it all starts DAY ONE at JHS! A right start makes a strong finish!
Jake says, Put your best foot forward and welcome to AGGIE NATION!!!
