This is a time to reflect on the past year and think positively about the year ahead. Let us all commit to being kind and supportive to each other, set goals, focus on self-improvement, and make a difference in the world. Wishing you a joyful and prosperous new year!

Ms. Reesman

Seckinger HS will mail report cards home in mid-January.

Parents can download the School Messenger app using the email address we have on file. First-time users must sign up, not sign in. See the flyer below for more details.

Monday, January 16, is Martin Luther King Jr. Day and a school holiday.

As we enter the winter season, it is important to know what to expect from GCPS in case of inclement weather.

If weather conditions pose a potential safety concern, the decision to cancel school or delay opening might be made. It is more likely for school to be canceled in the early morning — due to dangerous road conditions that formed overnight — than for school to let out early because bad weather is moving in.

If bad weather causes school to be canceled or dismissed early, public announcements will be made on GCPS TV, on the school system’s website (www.gcpsk12.org), on Twitter and Facebook, through SchoolMessenger calls and optional texts, and via metro-Atlanta radio and television stations. Full-day cancellations usually are announced by 6 a.m. GCPS TV can be found on the following Gwinnett County cable channels:

• Charter - Channel 180
• Comcast - Channel 24 or 26 (depending on location)
• Visit us on our GCPS TV app on Apple, Android, Amazon Fire, and Roku devices or view the live stream at GCPSTV.org

You can access current or potential weather hazards for north and central Georgia here.

Upcoming 2023 Gwinnett Student Media Festival

GCPS TV encourages all students to keep working on your Media Festival entries. Click here for dates and information about the 2023 Festival.

Submissions: December 6, 2022 - February 3, 2023

Open to all students in Gwinnett County Public Schools, the annual GCPS Student Media Festival celebrates the talents and visions of student digital media producers. The festival is coordinated by the GCPS Broadcast Department/GCPS TV and supported by media specialists, teachers, administrators, industry professionals, local businesses, and community members.

In partnership with the Gwinnett County Public Library (GCPL), GCPS provides Tutor.com as an online tutoring resource for students. The expert tutors at Tutor.com can help your student work through a tough homework problem, improve writing skills, study for a test, review a difficult concept, and so much more! Live tutoring support is available daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. In addition, students can receive “drop-off support,” 24-7, by uploading a document for tutor feedback that will be reviewed and returned at a later time. To learn more about how to access this resource and what is offered, click here.

You're invited to visit our Inaugural Seckinger Science Fair on Monday, January 23, from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm! We will display our middle school and high school projects for you to come and check out.

There will be an upcoming Vaccine Clinic on January 10th, at Norcross High School from 3:00-6:00 pm. Families must provide proof of insurance for Tdap, MCV4, and flu vaccines. Students 18 years of age and younger who do not have health insurance will be eligible for vaccines at no charge through our mobile clinics under the Vaccines for Children program. COVID-19 vaccinations are available regardless of insurance status.

Parents of students enrolled in the Free and Reduced Meal Program must reapply for the program each school year. Applications for the 2022-2023 school year are now available on the Gwinnett County Public Schools website at https://bit.ly/GCPS-FRMeals. (You may change the language of the application in the upper right corner.) Students who qualify for Free and Reduced Meals often qualify for reduced fees for AP testing, ACT testing, SAT testing, and college applications.

We encourage parents of all eligible students to apply as soon as possible.

On December 20, 2022, the Georgia Department of Human Services’ Division of Family & Children Services began issuing Summer P-EBT. These benefits cover the 2022 summer months for eligible children. Please remember that children are eligible for summer P-EBT if they were enrolled in a K-12 Georgia school and approved as eligible for free or reduced priced lunch through the National School Lunch Program. All eligible children will receive $391 for summer P-EBT.

Scholastic Images will be on campus TUESDAY, JANUARY 10 during lunch, so don’t miss out on placing your orders for:

· Senior Cap & Gown Packages! (see attached flyer)

· Letter Jacket Orders for any student who has earned a letter!

If ordering a letter jacket, bring a $100 deposit along with proof that you earned your letter (actual award letter or certificate) and we’ll custom size you and walk you through the rest!

You can also order online at www.scholasticimages.com or over the phone at (770) 614-9353.

Peach State Federal Credit Union is excited to announce that applications are now being accepted for their 2023 Scholarship Program! They will be awarding over $225,000 in scholarships and educational grants to professionals seeking career advancement and graduating seniors in high school.

Visit their website to view eligibility criteria and submit your application. Applications and supporting documents must be received by the credit union by Friday, February 24, 2023 to be considered. Apply Today!

Learn about the SAT for All option for current 11th graders

Students in the Class of 2024, or current 11th graders, will need to participate in either the Gateway Writing Assessment in U.S. History or the school day administration of SAT for All to meet this graduation requirement. This survey must be completed by Friday, January 6, 2023 for eligible students.

SAT and ACT Dates and Deadlines: Taking the SAT or ACT this school year? Be sure to check out the links below for the test dates as well as the registration deadlines!

Click HERE to see this years SAT dates.

Click HERE to see this years ACT dates.

Academic Assistance and Tutoring: If you are in need of academic assistance, please be sure to check out the tutoring schedule here. It is also available on our website under counseling and academic resources.

Please follow our Instagram page: skg_counselingcanopy

• Basketball Season Reminders
• Only Seckinger HS students and opposing HS students will be permitted in games without a parent. High School IDs will be checked.
• Students must leave school on game day and can return one hour prior to tip-off. Students will enter through the main gym lobby.
• All games are available for purchase online. Visit the GoFan website here: https://gofan.co/
• All elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by an adult at all sporting events.

• Have you seen our Athletics Newsletter yet? Check out Java's Journal here: https://www.smore.com/tdnuw3
• Please click here to access the head coach's directory and email the coach for more information.

See attached for a list of clubs and when they meet. E-mail the club sponsor listed for more information. https://www.gcpsk12.org/domain/14382

To support your child’s individual needs and interests, we offer multiple ways to connect with your family to address questions.

• Phones – Our main line is 678-288-0800.
• Email – You may email Administration with your child’s name, questions, and a preferred method of contact, email or phone. Administration Directory
• Social Media - Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. See details below.
• SKG Student Calendar - Follow our SKG Student Calendar to keep up with all events at Seckinger.