Jaguar Bytes

We hope everyone enjoys their Fall Break. As a reminder our building and offices will be closed from October 9th-Monday October 13th.

• PSAT, Wednesday October 22nd
• Late Dismissal for SKG Students (Early Release for Elementary), October 22nd and 23rd
• Spooky Skate Night, October 22nd 6:00-8:00 PM at Skate Country
• Trunk or Treat, October 23rd 6:00-7:30 PM
• Digital Learning Day, November 4th

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!

On Wednesday, October 22nd, all 10th grade & 11th grade students (as well as 9th grade students who registered) will take the PSAT. Please remember to bring a fully charged chromebook and charger. We will follow a modified bell schedule on this day (see attached pdf).

October 13th-17th is National School Lunch Week! See our special menu below.

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) serves nearly 30 million children every school day. President John F. Kennedy created National School Lunch Week (NSLW) in 1962 to promote the importance of a healthy school lunch in a child’s life and the impact it has inside and outside of the classroom.

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Hispanic Heritage Month Door Decorating Event. We also have our Hispanic Heritage Month books on display in the Library if you would like to come check one out to read!

We had a great time in the Library hosting review games to help students prepare for their upcoming exams. Ms. Cure, Mr. Anderson, and Ms. Lovett’s students did an excellent job rotating through different stations and preparing for the tests.

Just a reminder that Wednesday, October 22nd and Thursday, October 23rd 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.

Please see the links below to documents and tutorial videos on how to register for AP exams as well as other important information about the AP exam registration window. Questions may be directed to our AP Coordinator, Chris Bess, via email at chris.bess@gcpsk12.org or via phone at (678) 288-0834.

When?
The AP exam registration window for yearlong exams in www.MyPaymentsPlus.com will open on September 26 and will close on November 9, at 11:59 PM.

See links below for handouts and tutorial video for how to access www.MyPaymentsPlus.com to register for AP exams.

• Parent Tutorial Handout for MyPaymentsPlus
• Tutorial Video for MyPaymentsPlus for AP Exam Registration

How much?
GCPS students enrolled in AP Courses:
After the student pays for the initial $15 registration fee, GCPS will pay for 1 exam ($99.00) per student, as long as the student is enrolled in the course for which he/she is testing. Each additional exam is $99.00. Starting this year, this also includes AP Capstone Exams, AP Seminar or AP Research.

GCPS Students who are Free/Reduced Lunch students and enrolled in AP Courses
Gwinnett County Public Schools will pay for all exams after the $15.00 registration fee.
GCPS students NOT enrolled in Gwinnett County Public Schools AP Courses:
The cost is $99.00 per exam.

Additional Resources
2026 AP Exam Dates/Times
Seckinger High School Advanced Placement Website
SKG SY 25-26 AP Catalog

Virtual Parent Meeting Presentation

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

Students have the opportunity to create entries that reflect the theme "I Belong!". Categories include Visual Art, Photography, Dance, Music, Film, and Literature. Entries due to Mr. Lasseter in T431 by Oct 14.

See attached document for the lunch menu each week.

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. Students must attend BOTH days of the face-to-face sessions. Our next session is October 17-18, 2025.

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.

The last day to take and select senior photos for the yearbook is 10/17/2025. Please contact Laura.plate@gcpsk12.org with questions.

🎃 Seckinger Spirit Night – October 22! 🎃 Join us for a fun night out at Skate Country on Wednesday, October 22nd from 6:00 – 8:00pm! Admission is just $8, so bring your friends and family! Come dressed in your best costume for a chance to win prizes in our costume contest. Please ensure that all costumes follow the SKG Standard. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season, spend time with friends, and show off your school spirit—don’t miss it!

The Class of 2026 Senior Store is open and accepting orders! This is your chance to grab exclusive senior t-shirts and sweatpants designed just for the Class of 2026. Don’t wait—orders will only be accepted until October 31st. After that, the store will close and no late orders can be placed. Make sure you’re ready to show off your senior pride all year long! 👉 Place your order here: https://sfnd.io/seckingerseniors

Congratulations to Isabel Hicks and Nic Jokhan! Isabel Hicks earned 1st place with a 2 lap time of 54 min 26 sec and Nic Jokhan earned 4th place with a 2 lap time of 45 min 09 sec at the Georgia Cycling Association Race #3- Dauset Dirt Dash on October 5th

Wrestling conditioning October 6th, 7th, 14th, 15th & 16th from 3-4:30PM

See The Varsity Theatre Double Feature October 16-18 at 6:00pm in the theatre, including the dramatic play Still Alice and the quirky musical Little Shop of Horrors! Audiences ages 13 and older are advised. Get your tickets early for only $7-$10! Come out and SUPPORT THESE SHOWS AS THEY COMPETE for The Shuler Awards, to be chosen as a Georgia Thespian Conference 2026 Show, and are in preparation for the GHSA One Act Competition November 1st!

• 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.

Registration for Beta Club must be completed every school year! Current members who have paid membership dues have been: 1. Invited to join Beta Club Google Classroom AND 2. Received an email from Ms. Williams on 9/29 or 10/6 If you are not in the Beta Club Google Classroom and have not received an email from Ms. Williams, you are not a current member. You can pay membership dues via My Payments Plus. Scan the QR Code below.

Donate Candy for SKG’s Trunk or treat 3 bags of candy (at least 30 pieces) = 1 service hour 6 bags MAXIMUM; 2 service hours MAXIMUM Please no candy containing peanuts Deadline: Tuesday, October 21st Drop off candy at room T235 after 7am, during transitions, or after school; no donations accepted during instructional time. Questions? Reach out to the Beta Club Sponsor, Ms. Williams

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