Announcements
Wednesday, March 10, 2010

The weather for today is going to be extremely rainy with showers throughout the entire day and possible thunder storms around 4-7pm. The temperatures for today will remain in the mid 50’s for most of the day but might peak at 58 degrees in the afternoon and drop to 49 degrees tonight.

The Georgia High School Graduation test is next week!
Juniors, Next week, you will be taking the Georgia High School Graduation Test.  You will take the English test on Monday, the Math test on Tuesday, the Science test on Wednesday and the Social Studies test on Thursday.  You will test from approximately 8:35 until approximately 11:00 each day.
It is very important that you do well on this test.  In order to graduate next year, you must take and pass each one of these tests.  Please make sure you get a good night’s rest each night before you test.  Also, have a good breakfast.  It has been proven that students who do these simple things perform better on the tests.
Testing will take place in the 300 Block.  This is where you took the Writing Test in the fall.  Monday morning, March 15th, please look for Advisement Rosters in the main hallways and in the Cafeteria to see in which room you are testing.  It may not be the same room you tested in last fall.

For Freshmen, Sophomores and Seniors:  On Monday and Tuesday, the sequence of periods will be reversed.  This means that we will start with 6th period and run backwards to 1st period.  We will go back to a regularly sequenced day on Wednesday and Thursday.
Please keep in mind that due to testing, classes will be displaced.  You will see signs in the main hallways and in the cafeteria that will tell you where your classes will meet.  There will also be counselors and administrators in the halls to assist you.
Also, you may NOT go into the 300 block for any reason during the testing times.  Make sure you have everything you need for the first two periods of the day.  There will be no exceptions.
If you have any questions, please see a counselor or Mr. Ilnseher in the Office.

Every 14 seconds a child is orphaned due to the AIDS pandemic plaguing Africa.  HOW? Jewelry is committed to making a change in the lives of women and children affected by this pandemic.  Through your purchase of HOW? Jewelry, we are able to provide a consistent source of income for women in Kenya who make the jewelry.  We are also able to help fund ongoing care projects for orphans and vulnerable children through Heart for Africa.  On Thursday a table showcasing HOW? Jewelery will be set up in front of the cafeteria.  Please stop by.

The Improv Club will meet on Thursday after school in room 238. All are welcome.

iRISE, the organization committed to mentoring and providing opportunities for high school girls to have lots of fun as they participate in activities that build self-esteem and leadership skills will meet tomorrow, March 11 in the Media Center from 3:45 to 4:45.  For more details please contact Mr. Greenaway, JCHS Counselor and iRISE In-School Sponsor.

The 9th grade Class Council will be meeting in Mrs. Daniel’s room 303 at 8:00 am tomorrow. 

Prom 2010 is coming up! Tickets will be going on sale starting March 15th.   The prom is April 17th.  Don’t miss your chance to attend our very first prom!

Attention all Girls: 

Sign up for Powder Puff Football in the front office. The games will be March 19th in the Coliseum.  Game one is Freshman vs Sophomores at 5PM.  Game 2 will be the winner of game 1 vs the Senior/Junior girls at 6PM.  Registration is $20 and includes a Powder Puff t-shirt and game fees.  The deadline to sign up is TOMORROW.  Please see Mr. McCall in the guidance office for more info. Please note: if there aren’t enough girls that sign up, Powder Puff will be canceled.

Attention:  Students!
Please join us TONIGHT at 7:00 in the auditorium for JCHS’s first Drive Smart program. Attendance at this program is required for all students applying for school parking permits for Fall 2010. 
Please Note:  There will be a make-up presentation announced at a later date for those with unavoidable conflicts. 

Attention: if you would ordered a copy of the Guys and Dolls DVD, they are now available for pickup in room 171. Other fine arts DVDs are also available for purchase.

Upcoming College Visits:
Friday, March 12 – Furman University    
Stop by the counseling office for a pass to any of these college visits.