Patriot's Pointe

Greetings Patriot Families,

This week our Algebra I and Social Studies courses will take their first district-wide benchmark interim assessment. These assessments will determine what our students should know and be able to do at this point in the semester. Parents we need your support to ensure our students are present in school for these assessments and getting proper rest before taking the test. Individual teachers will be providing specific details about the assessment so please expect that information this week.

A special thank you to Major Bohles, Master Sargent Harris, and our AFJROTC Cadets for an outstanding display of patriotism on Friday, September 11th as we commemorated the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Ms. Gallman, Ms. Jenkins, Mr. Kelley, and Mr. Cleveland did an excellent job bringing reverence to the moment through music as they directed our Orchestra, Chorus, and Band students.

We would also like to extend a special thank you to all members of the Divine 9 organizations who came out on Friday night to be recognized for their community engagement, scholarship, and service. Congratulations to the women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated who donated the most pledges in the amount of $19.13 and are the winners of this year's fundraiser.

🏈 Congratulations to Coach Smiley and our Varsity Football team for another shut out putting up 51 points over Fayette County High School. This week, our team will face Riverdale High School on the road Friday, September 18th at 7:30pm. Let's pack their house just like we showed up last week and support our reigning State Champions!

🥎 Varsity Softball will match up against Mt. Zion High School at home on Tuesday, September 15th at 6pm and they will face opponents Luella, Hampton, and Mays on the road for the remainder of the week.

🚩Our Varsity Flag Football team will host the home opener against Starr's Mill and Newnan on Wednesday, September 16th at 5:30 and 7:30pm.

Please come out and support our student athletes at home this week. A schedule of all of our events can be found further down in our "Weekly Happenings" section.

Here’s to a powerful start and a year where we will Do Hard Things!

We are excited to support our students in their academic endeavors while providing them with a Competitive Advantage!

#PatriotPride

Thank you to everyone who joined Sandy Creek High School as we commemorated the 25th anniversary of September 11th. We are grateful for the students, staff, families, and community members who came together in remembrance, reflection, and unity.

A special thank you to our partners at Chick-fil-A for joining us for Sandy Creek’s Spirit Night and for their generous donation. We truly appreciate their continued support of our students and school community.

Sandy Creek High School will administer the PSAT/NMSQT on Thursday, October 8, 2026 for students in grades 9–11. 10th graders test for free with no registration required, while 9th and 11th graders must register by Monday, September 21 and pay the $21 fee.

The PSAT is a great opportunity for students to practice for the SAT, explore college and scholarship opportunities, and identify academic strengths. Check the flyer for full details and registration information.

Senior families, please join us on Monday, September 14 at 6:00 PM in the SCHS Media Center for an important meeting covering upcoming senior events, field trips, deadlines, and key information to help students make the most of senior year.

Make dinner count for a great cause! Join us on Tuesday, September 15 from 5:00–9:00 PM at the Chipotle located at 8045 Senoia Road in Fairburn and help support Sandy Creek Cheer. 25% of event sales will be donated to the program.

Order online for pickup using code WXW2E6D or show the flyer when ordering in the restaurant.

Calling all student artists! Check out our upcoming Art Club meeting dates and make plans to join us. All meetings begin at 4:00 PM. We look forward to seeing you there!

Interested in Sandy Creek Wrestling? Join us for an interest meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 8:05 AM, during 3rd lunch, or immediately after school in the gym lobby. No commitment required—just come learn more about the program and upcoming season.

Applications are now open for young men interested in leadership development, financial literacy, college tours, and mentorship through the Sigma Omicron Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Please complete the application by Friday, September 18th.

Senior families, please join us on Monday, September 14 at 6:00 PM in the SCHS Media Center for an important meeting covering upcoming senior events, field trips, deadlines, and key information to help students make the most of senior year.

Class of 2028: We need you! Your officers have been elected and its time to enjoy our Junior year activities. Please pay your class dues on MySchool Bucks or see the flyers around the school for more info! If you pay by Sept 15th, you will be entered into a raffle to be drawn Homecoming Week.

Show your Patriot pride with this year’s Sandy Creek Homecoming shirt! Shirts are available through MySchoolBucks while supplies last. You can purchase your Homecoming shirt here.

Check out the shirt design on the flyer below and order yours before they’re gone!

Homecoming week is coming to Sandy Creek, and we’re ready to celebrate! Students can look forward to a full week of themed spirit days, fun dress-up opportunities, and plenty of Patriot pride leading up to Homecoming. Be sure to check the upcoming schedule and join in the fun each day!

The Sandy Creek High School Band will host its upcoming Chili Cook-Off and Concert on Tuesday, September 29, beginning at 6:00 PM in the SCHS Cafeteria.

Join us for a fun night of community, delicious chili, and live performances by our talented Sandy Creek musicians. We hope to see you there!

Mark your calendars for Friday, October 2, 2026! Underclassmen will have the opportunity to take their school pictures, so come ready to smile. Families can also save $10 on picture packages when ordering before Picture Day.

Mark your calendars for the Sandy Creek High School Blood Drive on Friday, October 2, 2026, from 8:30 AM–2:30 PM. Walk-ins are welcome, and all donors will receive drinks, snacks, and a thank-you gift.

Sign-ups will begin Monday, September 28, so be on the lookout for more information on how to participate.

Help us put civic knowledge in the hands of Sandy Creek seniors! We’re raising funds to provide each senior with a pocket copy of the U.S. Constitution and Declaration of Independence. Any donation or share helps! Support here!

The SCHS Media Center is partnering with the Tyrone Public Library to encourage all of our community members to sign up for a library card. Students and staff members can pick up a public library card application in the media center this month. Return your application to the media center by September 30, and your new library card will be returned to you at SCHS.

Student applications will require a parent signature.

Please encourage your students to become lifetime library card holders - starting today!

Please note that we have updated our morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up procedures. These changes are intended to separate parent vehicles from student drivers, creating a safer environment for students as they cross the street and enter the building.

Bus Arrival/Dismissal:

Students who ride the bus will be dropped off and picked up in the back of the school behind the cafeteria.

Student Drivers:
Students who drive to school must park only in the designated student parking lot and display a valid parking pass on their rearview mirror. After parking, students should use the designated sidewalk adjacent to the student parking lot and remain on that path when entering the cafeteria each morning. Students are not permitted to park in the faculty parking lot. Violators will lose their parking privilege and have a sticker placed on their vehicle.

Parent Drop-Off and Pick-Up:
Parent drop-off and pick-up will now take place at the front entrance of the school through the faculty parking lot. Please follow the traffic flow indicated by the arrows in the diagram below. To help ensure that faculty and staff can arrive and begin the school day on time, we ask that parents refrain from parking in faculty parking spaces during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up.

We appreciate your cooperation, patience, and support as we implement these updated procedures. Thank you for partnering with us to help make our arrival and dismissal process as safe and efficient as possible for all students and staff.

La hora límite para la salida de estudiantes es a las 3:15. No se harán excepciones después de esta hora.

At Sandy Creek High School, we are committed to creating a learning environment where every student can thrive. To support a strong and focused start to the school year, students may not use personal electronic devices including cell phones, earbuds/headphones, Meta glasses, smart watches, or similar devices, during the school day. This expectation applies in all areas of the building, including classrooms, hallways, the cafeteria, gym/locker rooms, and restrooms. By minimizing distractions and maximizing opportunities for engagement, we are helping our students build meaningful connections, remain present in their learning, and begin the year with the habits that lead to success. We appreciate your partnership and support as we work together to provide every student with a positive learning experience.

The Parent Square app is available in the App Store and Google Play.

The Campus Parent portal is your source for student and family records, including household and individual contact information, attendance, school-based fees, academic planning (high school), forms, and report cards. The Parent portal also provides access to the GaDOE SLDS Portal. Please set up the parent Infinite Campus account first. The same username will be shared with Schoology to set up your parent account in Schoology. Because each login reflects the person associated with the username, it is recommended that a separate account is created for each parent.

• Usernames can be comprised of letters, numbers, the underscore, and dash.
• Please refrain from creating a username that is all numbers, as that will interfere with student data here in our district.
• After completing the setup of your parent portal account, please allow 24 hours for your new account information to be sent to Schoology before attempting to log into your Schoology parent account.

Get started with Infinite Campus

The Infinite Campus app is available in the App Store and Google Play.

Code of Conduct

Código de Conducta

To ensure accurate bus information for every student, Fayette County Public Schools requires families to formally request transportation services before riding the school bus.

All students MUST BE REGISTERED in order to ride a bus. Please convey transportation needs for student(s) by logging into your Campus Parent portal and navigating to the Survey tool. Click here for more information on completing Campus Surveys.

School bus information will also be available in your student's Campus Portal account as well as on the BusQuest mobile app.

Please note that new enrollments and address changes may take up to 48 hours to be processed by the Transportation Department. This time is needed to assign students to a bus stop and/or adjust their route if necessary.

• Students attending outside their school zone on special permission are not eligible for bus transportation
• Students living within a non-transport zone are not eligible for bus transportation.

Student Parking passes are available all year for $70 and should be displayed in the bottom corner of the driver's side windshield.

Click the link below!

https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZI62QSD4E04T1K_ZZBMS4EL4VP0M8D

*ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE THEIR PARKING PERMITS DISPLAYED ON THEIR VEHICLES. STUDENTS WILL BE TICKETED IF NOT DISPLAYED *

Please register your vehicle and apply for a permit to avoid an obligation. This obligation will interfere with your ability to purchase and attend other school related events such as the Homecoming dance, Prom and graduation activities.

Monday, September 14, 2026

• Senior Parent Meeting - 6 PM

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

• Art Club Meeting - 4 PM
• Sandy Creek Cheer Fundraiser Night at Chipotle - 5-9 PM

• Gates Millennium Scholarship Applications due

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

• Sandy Creek Wrestling Interest Meeting - 8:05 AM, 3rd lunch, or after school

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Friday, September 18, 2026

• Alpha Phi Alpha Mentoring Program Applications due

Sandy Creek High School Senior, Simone Antoine, was selected to participate as a delegate in the Washington DC Youth Tour representing Coweta-Fayette EMC this past summer (2026). This leadership experience was sponsored by Georgia's Electric Member Corporations. Simone along with another student from the Fayette-Coweta County area spent June 12th-19th connecting with other young leaders from around the country, exploring the Nation's capital, and learning about civic engagement and public service.

Mr. Abellana’s Physics students are engaged in a marble lab where they calculate velocity and time the point of impact for each launch.

Congratulations to Coach Smiley, the coaching staff, and the Varsity Football team on an impressive 51–0 victory over Fayette County High School!

Thank you to the Divine Nine fraternities and sororities who joined us and supported Sandy Creek Athletics through their donations. Special congratulations to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. for contributing the most!

1. Please click the following link from your mobile device to be taken to either Apple or Google Play to download the app now: https://qrco.de/scathletics

2. Make sure you "Allow Notifications" when you download the app

3. Sign into the app with your cell number and complete a very brief account profile

4. Click on the teams page and tap on icons to follow/unfollow teams for notifications

Click the following link to view a Quick Start Guide attached and get started with the app!

Don’t miss kickoff—bring the right bag!

Only clear bags allowed at FCPS athletic events.

✔️ Totes, backpacks, purses, waist bags = ✅ if clear

🩺 Medical/diaper bags = ✅ after search

📲 Policy

Join the PTSO - https://bit.ly/schsptso26_en

Click the link below to access the Sandy Creek High School Counseling Facebook page for up-to-date information.

https://www.facebook.com/SandyCreekCounseling

http://www.instagram.com/sandycreekcounseling

We have a rich tradition in athletics here at Sandy Creek with more than 10 State Championships in sports such as football, basketball, track, and volleyball.

Our scoreboard was built in 1991 and we are in need of a new board to match our dynamic and talented athletic teams. The vision at Sandy Creek High School is to provide students a competitive advantage in whatever endeavor they choose after high school. With your assistance we can help the students prepare for those endeavors while branding your business and supporting our community. Please view the information attached about the sponsorship and digital scoreboard.

We would like to recognize our FIRST Family Sponsor, The Harvey Family! The Harvey Family has donated $1,000 to our scoreboard fundraiser and we are hoping you can match or double their contribution soon! Who will be next to accept the challenge????

SCHS hopes that your company would be interested in becoming a premier sponsor for our digital scoreboard program! Choose from one of four value packages below to present your brand and message to students and fans within your community while supporting the schools and helping fund a platform that provides real career opportunities for students

Email: oliver.tosha@fcboe.org
Website: https://www.fcboe.org/SCHS
Location: 360 Jenkins Road, Tyrone, GA, USA
Phone: (770) 969-2840
Twitter: @SCHS_Patriots