Jag News

Upcoming Events at CSHS:

• 11/1: Saturday School
• 11/4: Student Holiday
• 11/6: Apply To College Workshop After School
• 11/10-14: Apply to College Week
• 11/18: Cap & Gown Orders
• 11/20: FAFSA Completion Workshop
• 11/24-28: Thanksgiving Break

Clarke County School District Updates:

• Link to the CCSD Newsletter: English/Español
• Link to the CCSD Academic Calendar
• Link to the High School Lunch Menu

Our Clothes Closet needs your help! We’re collecting new, unused items: jogging pants, t-shirts, underwear packs, jackets, and shorts- or you can donate funds to help us restock. Every donation makes a difference! You can bring donations to the CSHS Counseling Office. Please contact Ms. Reese at reesec@clarke.k12.ga.us for more information.

Clothing Basics (new and unused only)

• Jogging pants / sweatpants (neutral colors: black, gray, navy)

• T-shirts (solid colors or Cedar Shoals spirit shirts)

• Shorts (athletic or casual)

• Leggings (black, gray, navy)

• Hoodies and jackets (lightweight + warm options)

• Undergarments (packs of underwear- various sizes for boys/girls)

Seasonal Items

• Winter coats, gloves, scarves, beanies

• Rain jackets / ponchos

• Warm hats

Other Helpful Items

• Belts

• Slip-on shoes or sneakers

Families, stay informed and prepared for a successful school year! Please take a moment to review our 2025–2026 Student Handbook for important policies, expectations, and resources. It outlines important guidelines, expectations, and supports that help make Cedar Shoals a safe and positive learning environment for all students. Student Handbook: English / Spanish

Jaguars, please see the attached letter from Dr. Scott with information about community food resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vzvA4W9lTWnGm7peYQx75vFrSP-cDDRV/view?usp=sharing

In addition to our after-school tutoring through the PSP program, we will be starting Saturday School, specifically for 9th graders, but other EOC and credit recovery sessions will also be available. This additional support aims to provide a focused environment where students can catch up on their work, receive extra help, and develop better study habits.

Saturday School Details:

• Dates: Saturday, November 1st, 8th, and 15th. Saturday, December 6th

• Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

• Subjects Available: Biology, 9th Grade Literature, 10th Grade Literature, US History, American Government, and Algebra 1

• Transportation: Provided (please sign up for the Bus Sign-up )

-Opens: Sept 1, 2025 (register for Term 1 and/or Term 2)

-Deadlines: Term 1 — Nov 8, 2025 | Term 2 — Mar 6, 2026

-Important: Online/Virtual, full-year, and homeschooled students must order all exams by Nov 8, 2025.

-Two-step process (both steps required). Students and parents should complete together—don’t wait until the last minute.

-Students should save usernames/passwords for exam day access.

Please read the full instructions on how to register here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ee976dbowvJE6VbPYI4EyypzYkLa4CzE/view?usp=sharing

We are GROWING a culture of reading at Cedar and we need your help! Every t-shirt sold will help us buy a book for a Cedar student. Let’s show everyone that jaguars read! We LOVE our Cedar Readers and we love seeing your in our Cedar Library merch! Get yours today here: https://stores.inksoft.com/cedar_readers_apparel/shop/home

Experience the joy and rhythm of the holidays at The Magical Rhythms of the Season, presented by the Cedar Shoals High School Dance Department on Friday, December 5th at 7:30 PM — and if any students need volunteer hours, please contact midgettec@clarke.k12.ga.us for details!

Thank you to everyone who attended our ACCA/Dual Enrollment/AP Information Night! Families received important updates about course options, eligibility requirements, and how students can earn college credit while in high school.

If you missed the event, you can view all the information that was shared by clicking the link below:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ccb4r_pb0OLGRI2renbuNe2I1qYICN7jWJDvY--KKHY/edit?usp=sharing

Please reach out to your student’s counselor if you have questions about course selections or next steps for enrollment.

The final date for senior portrait makeups will be December 6, 2025 in the CSHS Auditorium. These are not for retakes. This is only for students who did not get an appointment yet. To schedule your appointment, visit: https://form.jotform.com/213274918615056

Don’t miss this opportunity to capture this special milestone! Please reach out to Mr. Ginsberg at ginsbergm@clarke.k12.ga.us with any questions.

In partnership with our Leader In Me program, our school will be administering the Measurable Results Assessment (MRA), a survey and reporting system designed to provide insights into the progress of our school. In order to provide a holistic picture of what is going on in our school, the MRA includes three different surveys; 1) one completed by all school staff, 2) one completed by students in grades 4 and above, and 3) one completed by the families of students in all grades.

We hope you will participate so we can use the feedback to make our school an even better place for students and families. The survey is now available for you to take through November 5, 2025. The survey can be taken from any computer, smartphone, or tablet with internet access,

● Simply click on this link: MRA Fall 2025 family link

Check out these spooky photos from our Safe Trick or Treat event last week, hosted by Cedar Shoals FFA! Go Jags!!

Thanks to our College Advisor, Ms. Medina, who held a great kick off to Apply to College Month today! Shoutout to all of our Senior Jags who came to our Match or Treat event today! We loved celebrating you and your GA Match Letters! We are so proud of YOU! Stay tuned for more fun events coming up during Apply To College Month!!! Gooo Jags!

A big congratulations to Cedar senior Omnia Mansour, who finished sixth place in her division in the entire country in the National FFA Agriscience Fair competition this week in Indianapolis! Omnia's project focused on the effectiveness of different insecticides on mosquitoes' ability to develop resistance to the treatments. Way to go, Omnia!

Congratulations to Cedar Shoals’ Teacher of the Year and Support Professional of the Year, Mrs. Stephanie Lewis and Mr. Arnulfo Flores, who were honored at last week’s awards banquet! We are so proud of you and grateful for your continued dedication to our students and community.

We love our future Jaguars!! The Cedar Boys Soccer team had a great time volunteering at the Judia Jackson Harris Elementary School Fall Festival last week!

Congratulations to our October Athletes of the Month- Ella Conway (Varsity Volleyball) and McKenzie McArthur (JV Cheer)!

Coach Paige says Ella is a creative, mindful, and hardworking teammate who brings positivity and determination to every match. Her joyful energy and thoughtful leadership make her a standout on the court.

Coach Reese says McKenzie demonstrates outstanding dedication and leadership in cheer. She leads by example- never missing practice, encouraging her teammates, and taking initiative to teach and call cheers during games.

We’re proud of both athletes for representing Jag PRIDE on and off the court. Special thanks to Kendra Scott and Cedar PTO for donating gifts for these amazing young women.

Cedar Shoals High School senior girls' soccer star Zulma Valdivieso-Gutierrez, who led the entire state (all classifications) in scoring last season with 58 goals, will be the featured student athlete on the Georgia Player Spotlight segment at halftime of the Georgia Public Broadcasting high school football game of the week! Check out the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Girl0uv8_3o&authuser=0

For the 2025-26 school year, CSHS Athletics will be using, Rank One, to store all pre participation forms. All prospective students must complete the required forms on Rank One before being cleared to participate in any CSHS Athletic program. LINK: Pre Participation Forms 2025-26 School Year

All student-athletes must also have a valid physical on file to participate in any CSHS Athletic program. The link to upload it to the Rank One platform is below. A blank copy of the GHSA Physical form is located below also.Students or parents upload a completed physical directly to Rank One here. Here is a copy of a GHSA Blank Physical. Please reach out to your coach for more information!

Cedar Shoals Athletics is going cashless! For the 2025-2026 athletic season, all ticket purchases will be available exclusively through GoFan- no cash accepted. Stay prepared and download the GoFan app today!

Support the Jaguars! Students can purchase an all-sport pass here for $49.25 and adults can purchase an all-sport pass here for $80.75. This pass will admit one person to every regular season home athletic event - Freshman/Junior Varsity/Varsity.

Teen students and families: CCSD is pleased to partner with First American Bank & Trust on an amazing opportunity for students ages 13-18! Students are encouraged to enter the local portion of the American Bankers Association's national "Lights! Camera! Save!" contest. FABT will sponsor the local winner, give them a $500 checking account in their name, and submit their entry to the national contest for a chance to win $10,000!

To enter the local contest, go to bit.ly/SavingVideoSubmission, complete the entry form, and submit a video (30 seconds or shorter) on a topic related to personal finance! Find all contest details and information at bit.ly/SavingVideo.

The deadline to enter is Nov. 30! Questions? Email communications@clarke.k12.ga.us.

CCSD's annual Martin Luther King Jr. Writing and Art Contest is now underway and open to students in grades K-12! We will be sharing contest details and guidelines with students and families. The submission deadline is Monday, Nov. 3. Schools will submit their winners' work in the district contest, and district winners will be announced later this fall. District winners will be showcased in a special video and are invited to attend the annual Freedom Breakfast at the University of Georgia in January and will also be honored at a Clarke County Board of Education meeting.

We are excited to welcome Ms. Medina as our new College and Career Adviser at Cedar Shoals! She is here to support students with their post-graduation plans—whether that’s college, trade school, the military, or entering the workforce. Seniors are required to meet with her at least once this year to ensure they are on track for success after high school.

Ms. Medina can help with:

• College applications & financial aid

• Scholarships & SAT/ACT registration

• Career advising & more!

Schedule an appointment: calendly.com/cedarshoalsadvising/30min

We are excited to announce the dates and times for the Cedar Shoals High School Class of 2026 graduation ceremony! Cedar Shoals High School ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 23, at Akins Ford Arena, 300 North Thomas St., Athens, GA at 10 a.m.

Admission is free and open to all, and there is no limit on the number of guests for each graduate. We will communicate directly with seniors and families regarding additional information on the ceremony, including rehearsal dates and times and other details at a future date.

We wish all of our seniors a great year and we look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026 in May!

As a parent, you can monitor your student’s performance by using Campus Parent Portal. Parent Portal provides current information on course and assignment grades as well as attendance. It can be accessed through a computer or your phone. For instructions on how to create an account, click here. Questions? Email campus@clarke.k12.ga.us.

Cedar Shoals High School's PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) is easy to join and is a great way to show support to Cedar Shoals High School! Any parents interested in joining PTO should join the GroupMe here for communication. Please contact Brandy Justice with any questions at cedarshoalspto@gmail.com

Donate:

You can support our teachers and staff by donating to the PTO! The mission is to fund events that show our appreciation for the hard work and dedication of our educators. Your contributions help us create memorable experiences and provide much-needed support, ensuring our teachers and staff feel valued and motivated. Donate to Cedar Shoals PTO via PayPal here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=JT7YCAS4NYW6L

Do you want Jag Gear? Here is the link to our sideline store where you can get countless Jaguar apparel customized. Check out our Jaguar Sideline Store here!

https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/georgia/athens/cedar-shoals-high-school

This is a friendly reminder that The Georgia Department of Public Health requires all students who are 16 years of age be up to date with the State's Meningitis Immunization requirement. Students who are not in compliance with the State of Georgia's immunization requirements are subject to withdrawal from school. Please contact one of our CCSD School Based Health Centers listed below, or your child’s pediatrician, in order to find out if your child needs an additional vaccination.

CCSD SCHOOL BASED HEALTH CENTERS:

HILSMAN HEALTH CENTER: 706-546-7463

COILE HEALTH CENTER : 706-352-9244 EXT 4800

CLARKE MIDDLE HEALTH CENTER: 706-208-1190

CLASSIC CITY HEALTH CENTER: 706-389-1095 EXT 4700

Keep up with all things Cedar Shoals! Please contact us if you have any questions, comments, or concerns.

Email: reesec@clarke.k12.ga.us
Website: https://www.clarke.k12.ga.us/Domain/26
Location: 1300 Cedar Shoals Drive, Athens, GA, USA
Phone: 706-546-5375
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CedarShoalsHS
Twitter: @CedarShoalsHS