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GCPS students will be on break from Thursday, February 12, through Monday, February 16. Students and staff return to learning on Tuesday, February 17. Note that GCPS does not offer meal service on student holidays.

We will hold block schedule on Wednesday, February 18th (1,3,5,7) and Thursday February 19th (2,4,6,8).

As part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring a safe and secure learning environment we will participate in our scheduled hard lockdown drill next week. On Tuesday, February 17th, we will practice a hard lockdown during 6th period. A hard lockdown is a procedure our school would initiate if we had an imminent threat or potential danger inside our school building. Again, this is an announced practice lockdown drill. Please be assured, this is just a drill.

These drills are a critical part of our efforts to create a safe learning environment, and they help us prepare to respond swiftly and effectively should the need ever arise. We appreciate your understanding and support as we work together to maintain the safety of our school community.

During any type of lockdown situation, no one is allowed to enter or leave the building until authorities authorize the return to normal operations. We will have School Resource Officers on campus, and student check-ins and check-outs will resume after the drill concludes.

We wish our students, families, and staff a happy Lunar New Year as they begin the Year of the Horse! Lunar New Year marks the start of Spring and the new year in the lunar calendar. Learn more about Lunar New Year from History.com: https://www.history.com/articles/chinese-new-year

It’s time to shine a spotlight on the amazing individuals who make SKG an extraordinary place to learn and grow. Congratulations to this month’s Jaguars of the Month — your dedication, kindness, and commitment to excellence have not gone unnoticed. Whether you're inspiring others in the classroom, supporting behind the scenes, or leading by example as a student, you truly embody what it means to be part of the SKG family. We’re proud to celebrate you!

The Family Survey is open from February 2 through March 6. An email was sent on February 2nd, and the survey is available on our district website at www.gcpsk12.org/families/

surveys. The survey—available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese—also will be available in the Parent Portal.

Any student who is observing Ramadan will have a quiet location for prayer during the day. Please visit the library and the library staff will assist you.

Any student who is observing Ramadan will be allowed to go to the Library as an alternate location if they choose not to sit in the cafeteria during their scheduled lunch.

Cafe Gwinnett will offer meals to GCPS students fasting during Ramadan. Meals will be available for students to pick up and take home from February 17, 2026, to March 19, 2026.

Students who wish to participate must meet the following criteria:

Meals will be provided based on Free, Reduced, or Paid eligibility and pricing

1. Students must be enrolled as a GCPS student.
2. Students must be enrolled at the school where they receive the meals.
3. Students must be in attendance on the day they receive the meals.
4. Meals must be picked up at the end of the school day in a location coordinated by the local school.
5. Parent/Guardian will register weekly, no later than 4:00 pm on Thursday, for the following week.
6. Students who receive meals to take home cannot participate in the school breakfast or school lunch program during the school day.
7. Meals will be provided based on Free, Reduced, or Paid eligibility and pricing.

For more information and to submit your request for meals, please click the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/WQqPEHNeMv

Friendly Reminder: Only packed lunches from home are permitted on campus. Unfortunately, we cannot allow food deliveries from parents and/or delivery services. Thank you for your understanding!

Please be advised that when dropping off items at the attendance office, located in the back of the school, you will need to inform your student to come down and retrieve their items. The attendance office does not notify students when items have been dropped off. Thank you for your cooperation.

All SKG students are welcome to sign up for a “sweet” group study session to prepare for interim exams! Organize a study group and cram (with cookies) for interims! Sign your group up, come study, and SKG Beta Club will supply the smart bites!

Date: Monday, March 2nd

Time: 2:15-3:10pm

Location: T212

Sign up your study group no later than Wednesday, February 25th!

May 26 – June 17

Both classes (Health & PE) will be taught online

Registration will close on May 11th (or earlier if classes are full)

Seckinger Community Summer Health and PE will be taught online through Google Classroom. Although assignments will have due dates to prevent students from getting behind, all course materials and assignments except for the final exam will be available after the first day of class, and students can work ahead if they want. Additionally, teachers will schedule optional Zoom sessions for students who need assistance. Please note that Google Classroom will not work outside of the United States. If students are traveling internationally, they will not be able to access the course. All coursework and final exam must be completed by June 17th.

*See attached pdf for more information.

Who: Families of students who are receiving special education services

What: Each state is required to conduct a parent survey to measure parent/family perceptions of the success of parent engagement between home and local schools.

When: Available January 20 through May 31.

Where: Parents can complete the survey via the survey link below.

2026-2027 Registration is about to begin! See important upcoming dates on the flyer above. Use the QR codes on the flyer for more information (or click the link below from each QR codes).

Clubs and Activities: https://seckingerhs.gcpsk12.org/clubsactivities

Course Offerings: https://seckingerhs.gcpsk12.org/academics/course-offering-and-descriptions

Grayson Tech: https://graysontech.gcpsk12.org

Maxwell Tech: https://maxwellhs.gcpsk12.org

Dual Enrollment: https://seckingerhs.gcpsk12.org/counseling/dual-enrollment

Make plans to attend the Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) Preview Day on Saturday, February 21 from 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. This half-day event provides opportunities to learn more about GGC, and the access it provides to a high-quality, 4-year college education with the personal experience you deserve. Register here before February 18 to attend the event.

GCPS students can attend a special session between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. for help with financial aid, the FAFSA application, and assistance with college applications to any college. Students attending during this time frame are not required to register and may arrive at any time within the designated hours. Preview Day Registration: https://www.ggc.edu/admissions/visit-and-learn-about-ggc

Interested in joining the military? The Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a standardized test on science, math, and language that helps identify which careers may be a fit for you when you join. Every enlisted Solider takes the ASVAB. Juniors and seniors -- Register today using the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/ZAiZF7yq11

Senior Field Day for the Class of 2026 will take place on Thursday, March 19th, from 8:00–11:30 AM. This event is open to seniors who are in good standing with Seckinger High School and have paid senior dues by March 1st.

To participate, students must scan the QR code to sign up. Teams will be pre-assigned, but you may still request to be on a team with your friends.

All students who sign up will be invited to an informational meeting on March 4th during 8th period, where important details and expectations will be shared.

Don’t miss out on a fun way to celebrate your senior year—sign up and be part of Senior Field Day 2026!

Graduates, please scan the QR code in order to view the steps to complete Marching Order. This is a graduation requirement and should be completed as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Maddox in T-331 or Ms. Weber in the Orchestra Room!

Class of 2026 T-Shirts are now available for purchase on My Payments Plus! These t-shirts are not affiliated with Scholastic Images and are designed by Seckinger High School. Shirts are available for purchase through February 20th. Estimated arrival time is 2-3 weeks after orders are closed.

See pdf below for information from the senior meeting held on January 8th during 8th period.

See pdf below for information on senior letters.

Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Mock Trial Team for their performance in the Athens Region of the annual Georgia Mock Trial Competition this past Saturday! Despite this being our first year as a team, they ended up taking 4th place in the tournament, just missing the top 3 which would have sent them onto the District rounds.

Avery Burchette won Best Attorney for rounds 1 and 2, while Marissa Shoaf won Best Witness in round 2! If you run into any members of the Mock Trial Club, be sure to congratulate them on their performance! They've certainly earned it.

Sign Up Today on MyPaymentsPlus! Click the button below for more information.

Ready to bring the energy? Tryout for SKG Prowl Competitive Cheerleading! 📣

Rising 9th–11th graders interested in trying out for SKG Prowl Competitive Cheerleading are invited to attend our Information Meeting on February 18th from 6:00–7:30 PM in the SKG Media Center.

Tryouts will be held March 16–20 from 4:30–6:00 PM in the Aux Gym. Attendance at the information meeting is strongly encouraged for all athletes planning to try out.

Come learn what it takes to compete, represent SKG, and be part of an elite program. We can’t wait to see you there! ✨

Jaguar Spirit? Let’s hear it! 📣

Rising 9th–11th graders interested in trying out for football or basketball sideline cheerleading are invited to attend the interest meeting on February 26th at 6:30 PM in Room T-212.

All athletes planning to try out must attend and are encouraged to bring a parent or guardian. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the energy on the sidelines and show your Jaguar pride!

NEW! See a list of of Varsity games below for the semester. Feel free to download the pdf.

See attached pdf for sponsorship opportunities with SKG Athletics.

• 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 thirty minutes before the start.
  
• 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.

See attached for a list of clubs and when they meet. E-mail the club sponsor listed for more information. Click here to see the list of clubs or scan the QR code below.

Please join members of Debate Club on February 25th to discuss current events and sharpen your discussion skills.

Click the button above for a list of dates and times for help sessions for each subject. Please read the reminders below about the SKG Help Sessions:

• Please arrive on time to ensure you receive timely assistance and do not miss any important information.

• Come prepared with questions or specific topics you'd like to review during the help sessions. This will help you get the most out of your time.

• You can attend any help session for your course—even if the teacher isn’t the one you normally have. All teachers are here to support you!

• If you need to meet with a teacher outside of the days and times listed here, please be sure to email or speak with them directly to schedule an appointment. Don’t assume they’ll be available without confirming first.

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
• SKG Student Handbook - Check out the Student Handbook for useful information to help you navigate Seckinger HS.
• SKG Student Calendar - Follow our SKG Student Calendar to keep up with all events at Seckinger.
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