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We will hold block schedule on Tuesday October 6th (1,3,5,7), Wednesday October 7th (2,8,4,6), Thursday October 8th (1,3,5,7) and Friday October 9th (2,8,4,6) to accommodate Interims as well as our PSAT Digital Readiness Check, EOS Survey Makeups and Academic Awards Ceremony.

As a reminder, there will be no check outs permitted during our PSAT testing window on morning of October 27th

We are proud to recognize our outstanding students who earned an academic letter during the 2025–2026 school year! Each student will be honored with their academic certificate during 8th period on the following dates:

• Wednesday, October 7 – Current Seniors
• Friday, October 9 – Current Sophomores & Juniors

We are so excited to celebrate the amazing achievements of our students! These ceremonies will take place during the school day and will highlight the hard work and accomplishments of nearly 900 Jaguars. Due to the large number of students being recognized and to align with our school processes, the celebrations will be student-only events. Thank you for your support and understanding as we honor our students.

We are so proud of our Jaguars for their hard work and commitment to academic excellence!

Students in the classes of 2027, 2028, and 2029 are eligible for BigFuture Scholarships. They must have a College Board account and attend public or private high school or be enrolled in a home school in the United States, Puerto Rico, or any other U.S. territory. When students complete one or more qualifying steps on their BigFuture dashboard, they will be automatically entered into monthly drawings for $500 or $40,000 until their senior year. See information in the pdfs attached below to learn more by visiting their web site: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships/scholarship-details?appId=512

The window to register for 2027 Advanced Placement Exams in www.MyPaymentsPlus.com is now open and will close at 11:59 PM on Sunday, November 8th. As a reminder, the expectation is for students to register for AP exams for every AP course that they are taking. Please see some helpful links below.

If you were unable to attend the Virtual Parent Information Meeting (AP Exam Registration) on Wednesday, September 16, you can click on the link below to view a recording from that meeting to answer any questions about the upcoming AP exam registration window. Please contact SKG AP Coordinator, Chris Bess, via email at chris.bess@gcpsk12.org, or via phone at (678) 288-0834 for questions.

• Virtual Parent Information Meeting (AP Exam Registration) Presentation

• Virtual Parent Information Meeting (AP Exam Registration) - Recording

• MyPaymentsPlus AP Exam Parent Handout

• MyPaymentsPlus AP Exam Download Directions
• 2027 AP Exam Info Packet

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

Just a reminder that Wednesday, October 28th and Thursday, October 29th are early release days for our elementary and middle schools which means that we will release later than our normal 2:10 PM release time. We will make an announcement to release students on these days once all the buses have arrived.

Are you interested in participating in International Night? Please plan to attend the International Night interest and information meeting on Thursday, October 8 from 2:20 - 2:45 in T212.

Seniors interested in applying to Georgia Tech: We will have a virtual session with a representative meeting with seniors during Jaguar Time on Thursday, October 8. Sign up with this link: https://forms.gle/vVni3hbPKFzGu8Dm6

Intensive Credit Recovery (CR) is a program for students who did not pass a class required for graduation. Students can take a condensed version of the course to earn credit towards graduation. Successfully completed CR grades will appear on a student’s transcript, but they will NOT replace the failed grade.

When are the Intensive CR sessions offered? Intensive CR session and registration dates will be published throughout the school year. For this session, students must attend October 19, 20, 21, and 22 from 2:40-5:40pm.

How does the program work?

• Seckinger HS utilizes Georgia Virtual School Credit Recovery courses. These are self-paced online classes with embedded tests and a final exam.

• NCAA does NOT recognize this Credit Recovery program for eligibility purposes.

• Special Education and 504 accommodations are NOT supported by the Credit Recovery program.

• CR is offered at a standard, College Preparatory class level. Resource, Co-Taught, Honors, Gifted, Accelerated, and Advanced Placement courses are not available.

• Students should bring their own food to consume on a break during the CR sessions.

What is the cost for Intensive Credit Recovery?

• $50 payable on MyPaymentsPlus.com (non-refundable)

• If a student is retaking a GAVS CR course, there is an additional $25 fee that must be paid.

What are the requirements for participation?

Students must meet attendance and behavior expectations. Students who do not meet such expectations will be withdrawn from Intensive CR. Payment will not be refunded, and students will not be rolled over to a future Intensive CR session. Students will need to re-register and re-pay to take the missed course in a future Intensive CR session.

How do I sign my child up for Intensive Credit Recovery?

1. Log in to your mypaymentsplus.com account and click on Events and School Fees.

2. Follow the prompts to pay for Seckinger HS After School Credit Recovery.

3. IF your student is taking a credit recovery course for the second time, there is an additional $25 GAVS CR Retake Fee that must be paid.

4. Your student’s counselor will review the transcript and ensure they are registered for the correct Credit Recovery course.

   
   

Direct any questions to your student’s assigned counselor via email or by calling 678-288-0791.

Congratulations to Zach Orwin who was awarded the prestigious honor of CTAE Student of the Year. A huge shoutout to Brody Baker, Titus Clark, Ethan Gonzalez Carrillo, Sri Sampoornika Koduru, and Calell Nelson for being nominated by their teachers for CTAE Student of the Year! Your hard work, dedication, and passion truly set you apart. We’re proud of each of you and can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish!

We're proud to announce that the graduation rate for the SKG Class of 2026 was the highest ever! A huge thank you goes out to our incredible students and dedicated staff for making this achievement possible. We look forward to building on this positive trend with the Class of 2027 and future graduates!

Scholastic Images, your official supplier for Letter Jackets, Class Rings, Class Buckles, Caps & Gowns, and Senior Swag, will be on campus at Seckinger during lunch on Wednesday, October 7th! Don't miss out on placing your orders:

Ordering Requirements & Deadlines

🏆 Letter Jackets (All Letter Earners)

• Requirement: Bring your award letter or certificate for proof.

• Deposit: $150 minimum

• Service: On-site custom sizing and design assistance will be provided.

💍 Class Rings & Class Belt Buckles (Juniors & Seniors)

• Mascot Ring Special: $333.90 (Payment in full required).

• Other Ring Metals: $100 deposit for Ultrium; $200 deposit for all other metals.

• Belt Buckles: $139.95 + tax (Payment in full required).

• Service: Custom sizing available on-site.

🎓 Seniors: Graduation Essentials

• Senior Dues: Pay your dues (covers Cap, Gown, Tassel, Stole, etc.) to check this off your list! Payment is required in full.

💳 How to Pay & Order

• In-Person: Cash, Check, or Card

• Online: Order anytime at www.scholasticimages.com.

• Upcoming Visits: See the attached PDF for all scheduled "Days on Campus."

We look forward to celebrating these meaningful milestones with you!

Click the button below to visit our senior web site where you can find helpful information including upcoming events and deadlines. See below for a list of upcoming dates:

Senior dues can be paid online at www.scholasticimages.com or in person with a Scholastic Images representative. Scholastic Images will be on campus:

• Wednesday, October 7th
• Wednesday, November 18th
• Wednesday, January 13th
• Wednesday, February 24th
• Wednesday, March 31st
• Wednesday, May 5th

SKG in conjunction with the GCPS Student Leadership office is excited to offer student leaders the opportunity to participate in a free mini-conference/workshop led by Legacy Youth Leadership here at SKG on Friday, October 30 during 5th - 7th periods.

LYL is a nonprofit organization that is building better leaders who will build a better world. Legacy’s Programs develop, mentor, and equip young people with the skills they need to reach their academic goals, make a REAL impact on the world around them, and thrive.

The deadline to apply for this opportunity is Friday, October 9. Students selected to participate will be notified by Wednesday, October 21. Link to apply: https://forms.gle/LZfQjTFjx9HWn9fL7

The next meeting for Mu Alpha Theta will be on Thursday October 8th at 2:15 in Room 418.

National Honor Society will be on October 5th after school in Room 212.

Yoga Club will be October 8th and 22nd at 2:15pm in room T440.

SKG Theatre proudly presents Once Upon a Mattress: GHSA One Act Team. For tickets scan the QR code.

Track Conditioning is beginning October 20th. It is from 3:15-4:00pm. It is for sprinters, not distance or field. Must be green in rank one, complete the form on the QR code and have dependable on time transportation. It will end in Dec (date not decided yet)

🎉 BIG NEWS, JAGS! Our First-Ever Stadium Video Board, JAGS Vision....Coming Soon! 🎉

We're excited to announce the installation of Seckinger High School's first-ever stadium video board, enhancing the experience for our school and community.

See pdf below for the sponsorship opportunities where you can sign up to be featured on our new JAGS Vision as well as other SKG advertising outlets. Email Kelli.poff@gcpsk12.org to reserve your sponsorship package.

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.

The GCPS Listening and Learning Tour, led by Dr. Alexandra Estrella and her cabinet members, focuses on engaging directly with students, staff, families, and the community to better understand their experiences and needs. Through roundtable discussions, school visits, and open conversations, the initiative aims to gather honest feedback about what works in schools and what needs improvement. By valuing student and community voices, the district hopes to shape strategic plans that reflect diverse perspectives, foster inclusion, and improve the educational experience for all. Participants expressed gratitude for being heard and emphasized the importance of collaborative decision-making in building a stronger school district.

See the AVTF News Videos using the following link: See all AVTF news features on their youtube channel using the following link: https://www.youtube.com/@SKG_NEWS1

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.
• Social Media - Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.