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Seckinger High School Newsletter
August 14, 2026
Gwinnett County Public Schools is launching a district-wide Listening and Learning Tour to hear directly from our students, families, and community members. Your feedback will play a vital role in shaping GCPS’s next Strategic Plan, grounded in the district's commitment to Empathy, Equity, Effectiveness, and Excellence.
How You Can Get Involved:
🗓️ Attend a Listening & Learning Session: Share your experiences and ideas in person.
📝 Take the Feedback Survey: Complete the Listening and Learning Feedback Survey online.
📧 Email Your Thoughts: Send comments anytime to Transition.Feedback@gcpsk12.org.
Your voice matters in building on our strengths and identifying opportunities for growth across our schools.
RSVP to attend an in-person session with Dr. Alexandra Estrella!
Dr. Estrella is committed to listening, learning, and building meaningful relationships across Gwinnett County Public Schools. Throughout her Listening and Learning Tour, Dr. Estrella is visiting schools, meeting with stakeholder groups, and participating in listening sessions throughout Gwinnett County.
Dr. Estrella will hold in-person meetings at Dacula High School, Central Gwinnett High School, Duluth High School, Buster Connects - Brookwood HS, and McClure Health Science High School. Student focus groups will be held during the day, and Dr. Estrella will meet with teachers, building level staff, families, and community members from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
WHO WILL TAKE THE PIE? Nominate an SKG Staff Member today!
WHO WILL TAKE THE PIE? Nominate an SKG Staff Member today using the following link: https://forms.gle/wCt6bDuDeDhxE67DA
At the Pep Rally on Thursday, September 17, 3 teachers will be pied in the face to benefit Relay for Life! Nominations close on 8/21.
Step 1: Nominate a Teacher
Before voting begins, nominate a staff member you’d like to see take the pie!
Step 2: Buy Your Tickets & Vote
Before the Pep Rally, students can purchase tickets during lunch to vote for the teacher they want to see pied.
Step 3: Let the Pie Fly!
The top 3 teachers will get pied at the Pep Rally!
- Lockers have been assigned to those who paid and completed the locker preference form.
- See Mrs. Carter in T326 if you still want a locker or have questions about lockers.
- Lockers are $3 for the year and must be purchased via MyPaymentsPlus.
Homecoming Tickets On Sale Now! (previously posted)
The Homecoming dance will be September 19. Tickets can be purchased on MyPaymentsPlus. The "early bird" price is $25. The price will increase on August 22. SKG students may purchase one student ticket and also have the option to purchase one guest ticket. No more than one guest per SKG student is allowed. A guest form must be completed for all guests who do not attend SKG. Please read the guest form before purchasing a guest ticket. The guest form is due to Mrs. Benson in T426 no later than Tuesday, September 15. If you have questions related to Homecoming tickets, please email Amy.Benson@gcpsk12.org.
Student Check-In and Check-Out in the Back of the School
Parents: please note that student checkout is located in the back of the school near the attendance office. Drop-offs for students can also be taken to the attendance office, not the front office.
Notes From the Counseling Canopy
Peach State Tour Virtual Daytime Session
Peach State Tour
Tuesday, August 25 – 3rd Period
Seniors can sign up to attend a virtual session with these college reps! (University of Georgia, Georgia Tech, Augusta University, Georgia State University).
Link to register: https://forms.gle/FZb18RVUMAr4m7wi8
Community Service Cords -- Students who earn 160+ service hours by March of senior year can receive a Community Service cord for graduation! Locate service logs on the Seckinger website or in the Counseling Office. jackie.hatcher@gcpsk12.org
UGA is visiting SKG for a private visit with seniors on Tuesday, August 18 during Jaguar Time. Link to register: https://forms.gle/deYmdN3FhicepCcC9
You are invited to the 2026 Peach State Tour information sessions offered in-person and via Zoom Webinars. These sessions will allow you to learn more about Augusta University, Georgia State University, Georgia Tech and the University of Georgia. These events are FREE and open to ALL high school students and their families, but space is limited! Register online today to secure your spot. When registering for a session, please sign up for the session that best suits your location. If you are not a Georgia resident, we recommend attending the out-of-state session to ensure content is most relevant to you. Register here: https://www.peachstatetour.org/students.html
See Notes Below From the Counseling Canopy
Gwinnett Tech Preview Night: September 29, 2026
US Presidential Scholars
https://lor2.gadoe.org/gadoe/file/b69139cc-4583-44a6-93fa-c790072d3297/1/PSPGeneralBrochure.pdf
US Senate Youth Program
https://lor2.gadoe.org/gadoe/file/b69139cc-4583-44a6-93fa-c790072d3297/1/2027%20U.S.%20Senate%20You…
Driver's Education Open for Fall 2026
Sign Up Today on MyPaymentsPlus! Click the button below for more information.
Seniors: Class of 2027
NEW Information now posted on our Senior Web Site
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:
- September 16th - Senior Treat During All Lunches
- October 30th - Senior Trick-or-Treat
- November 3rd - Senior Panoramic
- November 18th - Senior Treat During All Lunches
- December 14th - Senior Treat During All Lunches
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, August 26th
- Wednesday, October 7th
- Wednesday, November 18th
- Wednesday, January 13th
- Wednesday, February 24th
- Wednesday, March 31st
- Wednesday, May 5th
SKG Athletics, Arts, & Club Activities
eSports Player Tryouts
eSports Player Tryouts will take place the week of August 24th. Marvel Rivals tryouts will be Monday, August 24th. Smash Bros tryouts will be Wednesday, August 26th. Mario Kart & Rocket League will take place Thursday, August 27th. All tryouts will take place in room 322 starting @ 2:20 pm.
Golf Interest Meeting will be on Tuesday, October 6th 2026 at 6:00 PM
The Boys' Volleyball Club will have an Interest Meeting for all boys interested in playing volleyball this year. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 18, after school, at 2:10pm, in room T212, the main floor lecture hall. The flyer includes a QR code for the interest form the boys needs to fill out.
Thursday, Sept. 3, 2:30 p.m., Lecture Hall T212, Tennis Interest Meeting for the SKG High School Tennis Teams
Swim and dive team interest meeting. Thursday, August 20th at 6pm in room T212. See Coach Emmanuel in room T350 with any questions. Email Coach Emmanuel at casey.emmanuel@gcpsk12.org.
SKG MTB is welcoming new riders at Fox Trails at Road Atlanta. No experience needed! Bring your helmet, bike, and water bottle. Everyone can ride! Practice is every week on Tuesday and Thursday 6-8pm and Sunday 2:30-5. If you need more information, stop by Mrs. Cure's room (T317). Go Jags!
SKG's Annual LIP SYNC BATTLE!
Be a Part of SKG Theatre's Annual Fundraiser –
SKG's Lip Sync BATTLE!
Friday, August 28 at 3:00 PM before the away game.
Be there to cast your vote- or to fight to WIN! First Place TAKES HOME $100!
But you'd better BRING IT!
Fill out an application and sign up to Audition August 20th on the Auditorium Doors!
Past Champions:
2023: Kaynyn Watson-Burnett performing "Billie Jean" by Michael Jackson
2025: Maya Carranza, Rowen Kangas, Japnoor Kar, Abigail Ribera, and Leilani Sarai Jordan performing "The Schuyler Sisters" from Hamilton
Will you be posted as the winner this year?
Tickets are $8.00 for General Admission. SKG Students & Staff (including their families) are only $5.00!
Poster design by Erianna Mosley
SKG Sponsorship Forms
See attached pdf for sponsorship opportunities with SKG Athletics.
Athletic Events
- 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.
Find Your Spot in a Club!
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.
SKG Pickleball Club Interest Meeting
Meeting Date August 25th, Time 2:15 - 3:00 PM, and Location T 427
Red Cross Club Interest Meeting will be on August 18th after school in T312.
TSA (Technology Student Association) will hold our interest meeting on Monday, August 24 from 2:15-3:00 pm in room T212. Come learn about how you can join and participate in our technology competitions!
Beta Club Interest Meeting
For those 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students who received an email inviting them to join Beta Club, an optional Interest Meeting is being held. Beta Club Officers will be present to explain what SKG’s Beta Club is all about and answers questions.
OPTIONAL Beta Club Interest Meeting
Monday, August 24th
2:15-2:45pm
Location: T312
Join ENGAGE! the Civic Engagement, Debate, and Model UN Chapter at SKG
HOSA interest meeting date changed! The Health Occupations Students of America(HOSA) interest meeting is on August 20th at T212. In the interest meeting, we will introduce the general information about HOSA and its national competitions. We will also open the learning officer applications, so please come and join HOSA!
Students are invited to attend the Girl Up Interest Meeting to learn more about the organization and how to get involved.
Date: August 19
Time: 2:15 PM
Location: Room T233
About Girl Up:
Girl Up encourages students to find their voice, think globally, and lead locally. The meeting is an opportunity to learn about the club's mission, activities, and ways to participate.
Social Media/Contact:
Instagram:@SKGGirlUp
SKG Lego Club Interest Meeting will be Wednesday, August 19th at 2:20pm in Ms. Pendleton's room (T404)
Interested in Artificial Intelligence, coding, app development, or data science? Come check out A.I.S.A. and discover opportunities to learn, create, compete, and connect with other students who love technology. Join us on 8/20/26 in room 317 to find out more!
Robotics Interest Meeting - Location Update!
Location Change! SKG Robotics will hold our interest meeting on Wednesday, August 19 from 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm in the Library. Students will learn about the team, pick up applications, and have a chance to ask questions of current members.
Think math can be fun? Join Math Team! Whether you're a competition veteran or just enjoy a good challenge, come learn how Math Team can help you grow your skills, meet new friends, and explore exciting opportunities. Interest meeting is on 8/17/26 in room 317.
American Institute of Architechture Students (AIAS) Club Interest Meeting
Come to the AIAS (American Institute of Architechture Students) Interest Meeting on Wednesday, August 26 . Club meets in the Environmental Engineering Room (Ms. Nations)
Peru: Summer 2027
This isn’t just a trip—it’s an opportunity for your child to grow beyond the classroom.
Traveling through Peru gives students the chance to:
✅ Build confidence and independence
✅ Develop a global perspective
✅ Explore the history and legacy of the Inca civilization
✅ Experience Peruvian culture, art, traditions, and daily life firsthand
✅ Learn through immersive, hands-on activities that inspire curiosity and leadership
From exploring Lima’s colonial heritage and visiting the Larco Museum to learning about traditional weaving in the Sacred Valley, visiting the ancient Maras salt ponds, and traveling by train to Machu Picchu, every day offers a new way to learn and grow.
📅 When: Thursday, September 10
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Lecture Hall 212
👉 RSVP here: https://rsvp.eftours.com/w8vm2yh
Communication
Connect with Us
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.
