Cambridge High School Newsletter

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Cambridge has announced the Class of 2026 Valedictorian and Salutatorian.

Congratulations!

Annabelle Luffel - Valedictorian

Anderson Miller - Salutatorian

To obtain the STAR Student nomination, these seniors must have the highest score on any single SAT test taken through the November test date of their senior year and be in the top 10% of the class. The STAR Teacher is chosen by the STAR Students as having the most impact on their success. This year, Cambridge High School has three STAR Students selected by the Professional Association of Georgia Educators.

Penelope Pilling - STAR Student, and Ms. Megon Garcia STAR Teacher

Vicent Martin - STAR Student, and Dr. Brian Wynne STAR Teacher

Caitlin Grice - STAR Student, and Dr. David Boatright STAR Teacher

Congratulations to the following students for being named Semi-Finalists in the Governor's Honors Program! Next for these students is an interview with the State to determine whether they are selected to attend the summer GHP program.

Congratulations to the Cambridge FFA Jr. Vet Science Team on placing 2nd at the State Competition. Originally announced as placing 3rd, an error in scoring raised their finish to 2nd. Members Millie, Kenzie, Maya, and Ella were all among the top 15 individual scorers based on their performances in identification, a written exam, and two veterinary practicums. Go BEARS!

Sent to families on February 11, 2026, at 8:40 am

Well, it’s that time of the year again. The “assassins” game has started. If you are unaware, this is a game amongst juniors and seniors who play for a pot of money. The game requires you to covertly “assassinate” another student using a water gun. After you “assassinate” one person, you are given another “target” from the game maker. Last one standing wins the money and bragging rights. Sounds simple and harmless, however our experience on campus has been different.

Last year, several students playing the “assassins” game decided to ambush our Boys Soccer Team who were returning from a match by school bus late at night. The student “assassins” waited in our parking lot. Students tried to get away by driving recklessly around our front and back lots. Some students ran toward moving vehicles to “assassinate” their peers. All of this was done on camera and was alarming for the adults who were powerless to stop it for risk of being hit by cars. Year before last, a young woman returning from a lacrosse game almost got hit in the parking lot trying to save her friend from being “assassinated” by an “assassin” in a car. A few years ago, a student almost got shot by their neighbor when a student decided to hide outside in the bushes to wait for a “target” late at night (the homeowner thought they were going to rob them). There is another incident of one of our students lying underneath another student’s car in the morning so they could wait to “assassinate” the car owner.

In case you think I’m being over dramatic, do a search – multiple law enforcement agencies will tell you this game has had dangerous consequences across the nation. If your child is playing the game, here are a few safety tips –

1. Have a water gun that is a bright, neon color – so it cannot be confused with an actual weapon.

2. They should never play the game while driving cars or chasing a car in motion.

3. Please set rules on your student being out late at night to play the game – once it is dark, it is hard to see students hiding and hard to discern whether their water gun is a toy or the real thing.

Cambridge High School does NOT allow this game to be played on campus. It should be considered a “safe zone”. Students coming and going from practice, competitions, the musical, and club meetings have all been targeted and it creates an unsafe environment on campus. Just last night I watched two young women race across our parking lot to “assassinate” a soccer player getting ready to leave for competition with her team. The students ran across the parking lot, which was filling up with cars for the basketball game. Again, it is not a safe situation for school.

To reinforce Cambridge as a “safety zone”, be aware that playing this game on our campus, regardless of the day or time, will result in a discipline consequence. If a senior is caught playing the game while driving or running towards a car in motion, there will be discipline consequences and loss of parking. This game is NOT allowed on campus; discipline and loss of parking is non-negotiable.

I ask that you please speak to your children about this game and your rules for how it is to be played to keep everyone safe. I know this is a right of passage in our community. Under the right circumstances, it can be a fun way to let off steam. I’m not against the game, just against the game on our campus. Students should not feel that they cannot safely go to their car at night or that they cannot get off the bus after a competition. Let’s keep this game off campus.

Thank you for your support. Be safe. Be the BRIDGE. GO BEARS!

Sincerely,

A²

Ashley Agans, Proud Principal of Cambridge High School

We have successfully completed the first round of student course request verifications, which ended on January 30. Our counseling team is currently processing the returned course request forms in Infinite Campus, which will help shape our master schedule for the 2026–2027 school year.

As we move forward, we are entering the final step in the course selection process.

Final Course Request Verification

• Distribution Date: February 18, 2026
• Students will receive a Final Course Request Verification Form during their B2 period, listing their academic courses and top-choice electives for the upcoming school year. This is their last opportunity to request necessary changes.
• NO requested elective changes or leveling up will happen after February 20th, 2026.
  
  
• Deadline for Forms and Applications: February 20, 2026
• Students will only return their Final Course Request Verification Form to Bridge West if they have any inaccuracies with their courses listed on the form. The return of the form must have parent and student signatures, and any inaccuracies noted from the First Course Request Verification.
• Additionally, all online forms and applications for programs such as work-based learning, online classes, and Exceptional Mentorship roles must be submitted by this deadline.
• No additional online classes will be added after February 20 for both the fall and spring semesters of the 2026–2027 academic year.
• No elective changes or leveling up will happen for the 26-27 school year after February 20, 2026. We will only honor leveling down requests if the student's schedule and master calendar allow for it. There are no guarantees.
• Dual Enrollment contracts must be turned in by their designated contract deadline.
  
  

Key Considerations for Course Requests

• Course Commitment: Course selections are final and binding for the entire duration of the course (year-long or semester-long).
• Schedule changes will not be granted for reasons such as dissatisfaction with the course, preferred lunch periods, changes in personal preference, or requests for specific teachers or class periods.
• NO requested elective changes or leveling up will happen after February 20th, 2026.

• Online and Dual Enrollment Courses:
• No additional dual enrollment and online classes will be added after February 20 for both the fall and spring semesters of the 2026–2027 academic year.

• These courses must be taken off-campus—on-campus participation is not allowed.
  
  

• Dual Enrollment Facilitation: The counseling office will oversee all Dual Enrollment courses.

For complete details and access to required forms, please visit the Cambridge High School website. Thank you for your attention to these important deadlines. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our counseling team.

The Dual Enrollment deadline for 2026-2027 next year is March 27, 2026. Students interested in taking Dual Enrollment need to review the presentation materials and join the CANVAS class (required) to begin the steps to enroll in a college class. Parents and guardians can join CANVAS as observers by visiting CANVAS Observer.

If you missed the Dual Enrollment information session on January 29, a video replay of the TEAMS session, along with the presentation and registration steps, is available on our website. Dual Enrollment Information Session for 2026-2027.

A counselor is available to assist students every day during both lunch periods, should they have questions. In addition, counselors will hold dual enrollment help sessions in the hallway outside the cafeteria on March 3rd, March 10th, March 17th, and March 24th.

The State of Georgia has announced that to be eligible for Dual Enrollment funding (or the ACE Grant) for college classes, is limited to U.S. citizens or Eligible Non-Citizens who meet Georgia residency requirements. If you did not provide a copy of your student’s Social Security card when enrolling your student in Fulton County Schools, please submit one to the Bridge West (Counseling Office). This is required if your student plans to use state funding for dual enrollment starting Summer 2026.

Please complete the Family Surveys and the Student Surveys for the Georgia Department of Education. These surveys feed our climate score and are important for our climate star rating (which impacts housing prices and interest in our community).

We are required to get 71% participation for students and 21% for families for the survey to count as completed.

Families: https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=A79EF2EC

Students: https://survey.gadoe.org/HS?sid=F940744D

Yearbooks are still on sale for the 2025-2026 school year! Please use the link to the Yearbook Order Center to place an order. When placing an order, Yearbook Order Center will ask you to input the job number which is 25770. Thank you for supporting the yearbook staff and if you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Megon Garcia at garciam1@fultonschools.org.

Join the thousands of people around the world who are working to spread kindness throughout February. RACK Week encourages simple, everyday acts such as being respectful, offering help, and including others. Inspired by the Care Bears’ focus on caring and teamwork. This week, students and staff are taking part in making Cambridge a more positive and welcoming place. Small acts, big vibes! #RACKWeek #ChooseKindness #CambridgeKindness #CareBearsVibes #BeKind

Thank you, Cambridge PTSA, for sponsoring this week's activities.

Parents and teachers interested in serving on our SGC can now declare their candidacy. For more information and to complete the Candidate Declaration Form, visit the FCS Elections site.

Declaration Window: closes March 27, 2026

Voting Window: April 22, 2026 - April 29, 2026

Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony Details

We have received our date from Ameris Bank Amphitheater:

Wednesday, May 20, 2026
2:00 pm
Ameris Bank Amphitheater
2200 Encore Pkwy
Alpharetta, Georgia 30009

More information regarding tickets and ceremony details to come through your senior's Cambridge Headlines, this newsletter, and on our website: Senior and Graduation.

Outstanding Graduation Packages

If you have not ordered your senior's graduation package, which includes their cap and gown, our vendor's final expedited order will be placed on February 28, and any remaining orders are due February 27. After that date, we cannot guarantee size, and the shipping cost will be added to deliver the package to your home. If you are unsure if you have ordered, please contact our front office. To place your order, visit Seniors and Graduation > Graduation Package.

All males ages 18 and up are required to register with the Selective Service at www.sss.gov to qualify for any state or federal aid, per Georgia Law. This includes dual enrollment funding, HOPE/Zell Scholarships, and Grants. Please visit https://www.sss.gov/register/who-needs-to-register/

Students have two options when applying for HOPE Career Grant funds, as part of a HOPE or Zell Miller Grant:

1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA),
2. Complete the online Georgia Student Finance Application (GSFAPP). The FAFSA must be completed each year. GSFAPP is completed only once.

Requirements

• 1200 SAT or 25 ACT is needed
• 3.7 HOPE GPA after the completion of 8 terms of high school
• 4 rigorous courses defined by Ga. Student Finance Commission.
• Students are also required to submit their SAT or ACT scores to GAFutures.

Directions on uploading these scores, and other document, can be found on at GAfutures.org / HOPE & State Aid Programs / HOPE & Zell Miller Scholarships / HOPE Scholarship / Student Document Upload

Tracking

Georgia public and private high school students are able to track their HOPE or Zell Miller Scholarship status from high school through their GAfutures account at My High School HOPE GPA. It will display when an acceptable test score is received. Once a document is uploaded, student records are updated within 3 to 5 business days.

Effective July 1, 2021, children 16 years of age and older, who are entering the 11th grade (including new entrants), must have received one booster dose of the meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4), unless their initial dose was administered on or after their 16th birthday. Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial illness that affects the brain and the spinal cord.

The application for the 2026 Atlanta Bar Association Summer Law Internship Program for High School students is now available. Students who are members of the classes of 2026 and 2027 are eligible to apply; current Juniors and Seniors are also eligible. All application materials are due by Thursday, March 19, 2026. In-person interviews will be scheduled in April on a date to be determined. To Apply

Please help support your Cambridge Tennis Bears! A portion of the sales will go back to the tennis program to help with costs such as court maintenance, equipment, and tournament fees!

Cambridge Tennis Spirit Wear

DONATE TODAY: Cambridge Adopt a Hurdle Fundraiser

Our Track & Field organization desperately needs 80 new hurdles and asks for your help! Put your name on a new hurdle and help Track and Field replace the original hurdles (from 2012) that are now falling apart. Your donation will include a label added to the front side of the hurdle gateboard that reads "Donated By: [Donor's Last Name] Family, 2026".

Check out all the clubs and student organizations at Cambridge. It's never too late to get involved.

View a list of all Cambridge Clubs and Student Organizations

Esports is a competitive landscape where precision and strategy earn players recognition. The esports industry offers scholarships, proving that in-game skills can fund academic futures, and with over 81 million dollars being given to esports players, this is far from just a hobby. The program is expanding under our new coach, Mr. Fulk, who is ready to help you turn your skills into a collegiate opportunity. Students can visit Room 2809 to learn what games are played. Students should join before the February 20th registration deadline.

Seniors! Looking for scholarships for college? Check out all the scholarship opportunities that are available below under "Scholarships". Scholarship resources can also be found on at: www.cambridgehs.org > Students & Families College and Career.

Below are new scholarship opportunities

The Cambridge Athletic Association (“CAA”) is pleased to announce our Annual College Scholarship program, offering two student-athletes each a $1,000 scholarship.

The scholarship is available to any senior who participates in a Cambridge athletic team during the current school year and who meets the minimum criteria.

Click here for more details and to apply by February 27, 2026:

DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH - Cambridge Athletic Association