Jag News

Upcoming Events at CSHS:

• 8/14: Football Scrimmage vs. Franklin County
• 8/18: CSHS Open House
• 8/20: National Honor Society Informational Meeting
• 8/21: 9th-11th School Picture Day
• 8/25: Japan & Iceland Meeting
• 8/27: Senior Parent Night

Clarke County School District Updates:

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

Cedar Shoals Open House will be held on Tuesday, August 18th from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. All students (9th, 10th, 11th & 12th) and their families are invited! The campus will be open for guests to tour, meet faculty, and learn about opportunities at Cedar Shoals High School.

Student Parking:

Student parking permits are now on sale for the 26–27 school year! Seniors will receive first priority in selecting their parking spots through August 28. All other student drivers may also purchase permits, but senior parking spot selection will be prioritized during this period.

The deadline for ALL student drivers with a current license to purchase a parking permit is September 2nd. All students who park on campus must register their vehicle and display a valid parking permit to prevent their vehicle from being towed.

To register your vehicle, please submit the following to Ms. Link in the front office:

• Completed paper parking application signed by a parent/guardian
• $30 parking fee paid online here: https://biller.accelerate.ar.synovus.com/ebpp/CedarShoals/
• Valid driver's license
• Proof of insurance

The parking application and complete parking permit guidelines are available online or in the Cedar Shoals main office.

Bus Information:

Many students do not know their bus number. Please make sure that your child knows their bus number and bus route. Each bus has been assigned a bus route. Students and families can access bus route information at this link. Additional transportation information can be found on the school district's website here.

Car Line:

Students are to be dropped off and picked up in front of the main academic building. Due to volume, the line does back up and can take a while. In the morning, please give yourself PLENTY of time to ensure your student(s) arrives to first period class on time. We typically see our highest traffic volume between 8:20-8:40 am. Students are allowed to be dropped off as early as 8:00 am and can occupy the lunchroom until school begins.

Car Line Rules:

• For morning drop off, please pull all the way forward to maximize drop off efficiency and keep the line moving. Dropping students off directly in front of the school doors causes traffic to back up.
• Drivers must be fully attentive to students and staff at all crosswalks. Cell phone usage must be hands-free.

Picture day is Friday, August 21st for all 9th-11th grade students. All students should plan to take school pictures for a new student ID card. Students will take pictures throughout the day according to their last name alphabetically and should miss no more than 5-10 minutes of class time.

School hours are from 8:45 am - 3:35 pm. Students have advisement each Wednesday between first and second block. Students can enter the school building starting at 8:00 a.m. Car riders are to be dropped off at the main entrance. Please see the bell schedule here: CSHS Bell Schedule

Interested in student travel? Cedar has two upcoming opportunities for students to travel internationally! RSVP to our meeting on August 25th to learn more about our trips to Japan in the summer of 2027 and Iceland in the summer of 2028! Contact Ms. Doolittle or Ms. Stuart for more information. RSVP at bit.ly/4yVPWfZ

Starting each day prepared helps set our Jaguars up for success! Please remember to bring your fully charged CCSD laptop and charger to school every day. Having your device ready for class ensures students can participate in lessons, complete assignments, access digital resources, and stay engaged throughout the school day. If you've lost your charger, you can purchase a replacement from the district for $25, or you can buy a compatible charger from retailers like Walmart - $6.99 or Amazon $9.99. Click here to read the full CSHS Chromebook Policy.

There will be an informational meeting for students eligible for National Honor Society on Thursday, August 20th at 5:00 PM in the cafeteria. Please see Dr. Marty for more information.

Congratulations to Cedar Shoals FFA members Ash Jones and Savannah Rawls. They went to nationals and won the Agriscience Fair in Animal Systems for Division 6. Wish them luck as they go to compete in nationals in October!

Congratulations to our 2026 Foundation for Excellence award recipients from Cedar Shoals High School! During preplanning, Foundation for Excellence Executive Director Catherine Neace surprised this year’s honorees with awards recognizing their outstanding dedication to students and education.

Congratulations to:

• Devin Driskell – Lamar Dodd Chair for Teachers of Fine Arts

• Hannah Doolittle – Walter Allen Sr. Inspiring Teacher Award

• Ryan Lopez – Frieda M. Thomas Teacher of Promise Award

Thank you to the Foundation for Excellence for your continued investment in our educators and for recognizing the incredible work happening at Cedar Shoals. We are proud to celebrate these outstanding Jaguars!

Would you like to learn more about the Clarke County School District and help implement improvement ideas? Superintendent Dr. Scott invites all 11th- and 12th- grade students to participate in this year’s Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. This opportunity is a great way to develop your leadership skills, meet students from across the district, and share your perspective as a CCSD student. This year’s council will also have a chance to refine and implement ideas on how to improve the district in key areas identified by last year’s council. The Council will meet four times during the school day (third block) with CCSD transportation provided to the Board of Education office. The first meeting takes place Tuesday, September 22.

All students are invited to apply; the application is a brief online questionnaire. We encourage you to represent Cedar Shoals on this council! The application is due Friday, September 4.

Do you know a student with a passion for leadership and public service? The 2027 U.S. Senate Youth Program offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn directly from our nation’s leaders in Washington, D.C.

The 2027 U.S. Senate Youth Program application window is now open and runs through September. High school juniors or seniors may apply, provided they meet all program qualifications outlined. Visit this link for the application, program criteria, and an informational brochure. Applications are due by Wednesday, September 30, at 5 p.m.

Youth LEAD Georgia is a statewide youth leadership program for high school students run through the University of Georgia's Fanning Institute for Leadership and is now accepting nominations for the 2027 cohort. Selected participants will have the opportunity for extensive leadership skills development while building a statewide network of peer and professional connections, exploring Georgia industries and businesses, and visiting various colleges, universities, and technical schools around the state.

To be eligible for Youth LEAD Georgia 2027, a student must be in 10th or 11th grade in the 2026-27 school year in the state of Georgia. Interested students must be nominated by an adult and complete an application to be considered for the program. A limited number of students will be chosen by a selection committee based on review of the applications.

Nominations are due Friday, August 14, and students who are nominated must apply by Friday, September 4.

Athens-Clarke County Government (ACCGov) is seeking applications by Sunday, August 16, from high school students in grades 10-12 who are interested in taking part in the Mayor's 2026 Youth Council. Eligible students can attend public or private schools or be homeschooled, but must be Athens-Clarke County residents. APPLY HERE: https://www.accgov.com/FormCenter/Mayor-53/Mayors-Youth-Council-Application-892

Council members attend bi-monthly meetings and participate in periodic service activities, adding up to a time commitment of around six hours/month from September through December. Selected applicants will be interviewed in late August, with the first meeting in early September.

High school students: Make your voice heard and be a voice for your peers! State School Superintendent Richard Woods is seeking students in grades 10-12 to serve on his 2026-27 Student Advisory Council. These students will meet with Superintendent Woods four times throughout the school year to discuss the impact of state policies in the classroom and other education-related issues. APPLY HERE: https://gadoesa.jotform.com/261674176866875

Students must apply by Friday, September 4, at 5 p.m. Late applications will not be accepted.

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.

The Clarke County School District's Code of Student Conduct can be found online here. Parents/guardians are asked to complete this acknowledgement form after having received and reviewed the Code of Student Conduct.

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

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
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Twitter: @CedarShoalsHS