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Our Vision:

Innovative, engaged classrooms that challenge students to learn and grow.

Congratulations to our eighth GHP State Semi-Finalist!

Tristan Lin - Dance

Dawkin St.Pierre - Computer Science

Tianyu Liang - Engineering / Electrical & Computational

Tyler Jou - Mathematics

Cameron Taylor - Social Studies

Lily Rendle - Theatre

Zane Kunter - Theatre

Erin Cook - Visual Arts

Congratulations to the "Repeat - State Champions" in Theatre Quiz Bowl at the Georgia Thespian Conference.

Congratulations to our State Champions:

• Jennifer Griner, 2-time Swimming State Champion 500 Yard Freestyle, and runner-up in the 200!
• Brooklyn Petit, State Dive Champion (also with a School and Westminster pool record)!
• Boys, 200-Yard Free Relay State Champions!

Congratulations to the entire team and Coach Hall for a great season. Go Bears!

Last week, CHS's Mastery Treble Choral Ensemble, Chanson, was invited to participate in Kennesaw State University's 2025 Choral Invitational. Chanson worked with three of their esteemed choral directors, Dr. Ryan Fellman, Dr. Leslie Blackwell, and Cambridge's FIRST Chorus Director, Dr. Dominique Petite! The ensemble was invited to perform two pieces of varying styles for the clinicians, and to serve as a model choir for an open masterclass for KSU students and the other invited ensembles. Congrats, CHS Chorus!

Congratulations, Cambridge Reading Bowl Team! They won second place in the Metro Regional Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl competition on Saturday, February 8, at Clayton State University. Team members are as pictured Coach Mrs. Morgan, Emily Grizzard, Katelyn Rollins, Courtney Holiday, Serena Wang, Keshav Govindarajan, Aditya Kartik, and Zaeem Siddique.

R.A.C.K week continues at Cambridge. Here are some of the activities where students can get involved:

• Food Drive sponsored by SkillsUSA for North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) – donation boxes in the front of the school!
• Cambridge Cross Country Trail Cleanup sponsored by FFA - Today, join FFA members on the trail to clean up the area and prep for spring running season.
• Thursday Lunch Kindness Challenges sponsored by PTSA. On Tuesday and Thursday, come spread some cheer and get a treat!

• Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday Letters to Milton sponsored by No Place for Hate - During B² Wednesday through Friday, join No Place for Hate in room 2125 to write letters of condolences and support to our Milton High School friends who recently lost a student and an alum in a car accident.

Donate pajamas (sizes preemie/newborn all the way to Adult XXL – with the tags still on them) to comfort children in the Foster Care system. There are two ways to donate:

• Donate to Jambo's Wish List on Amazon. Amazon.com
• Donate in boxes at the front of the building or in Ms. Pinsky’s room (2125).

Donations will be collected through next week.

We have successfully completed the first round of student course request verifications, which ended on February 7. Our counseling team is currently processing the returned course request forms in Infinite Campus, which will help shape our master schedule for the 2025–2026 school year. As we move forward, we are entering the final step in the course selection process:

Step 3: Final Course Request Verification

• Distribution Date: February 24, 2025
• Students will receive a Final Course Request Verification Form during their B2 period, listing their academic courses and top-choice electives for the upcoming school year. This is their last opportunity to request necessary changes.
• Deadline for Forms and Applications: February 28, 2025
• Students must return their Final Course Request Verification Form to Bridge West with both parent and student signatures and any inaccuracies from the First Course Request Verification.
• Additionally, all online forms and applications for programs such as work-based learning, senior reduction, and Peer Facilitator roles must be submitted by this deadline.
• Dual Enrollment contracts must be turned in by their designated contract deadline.
  
  

Key Considerations for Course Requests:

• Course Commitment: Course selections are final and binding for the entire duration of the course (year-long or semester-long).
• Schedule changes will not be granted for reasons such as dissatisfaction with the course, preferred lunch periods, changes in personal preference, or requests for specific teachers or class periods.
• Online and Dual Enrollment Courses:
• These courses must be taken off-campus—on-campus participation is not allowed.
• No additional online or Dual Enrollment courses will be added after the established deadlines for both the fall and spring semesters of the 2025–2026 academic year.
• Dual Enrollment Facilitation: The counseling office will oversee all Dual Enrollment courses.

For complete details and access to required forms, please visit the www.cambridgehs.org > Academics > Course Selection and Resources.

All Cambridge Juniors will have a free opportunity to take the ACT on March 6 at 8:30 am. What you need to know:

• Bring your charged, school-issued device with you for this assessment.
• You will also need to log in to complete your registration and non-test-day activities prior to the assessment.
• Students complete a device readiness check in B2 on March 5 to prepare for this, so you will also need to bring your device on that day.
• All other students will be asynchronous on the testing day, and you may plan to leave immediately after testing.
  
  

Since you are participating in State and District testing, you are already registered with ACT, but you MUST create a MyACT account. If you have an existing account, you should update the non-test profile information each time you test. Understanding how and why this is important is the focus of the user guide attached below. If you follow the instructions on the attached MyACT user guide, you will be able to complete this task.

Further information on preparing for and taking the ACT.

This year, the GADOE requires all schools to perform mandatory, anonymous surveys of their students, teachers, staff, and families. The survey completion rate will be used to determine school climate star ratings (if we do not hit the required percentage of over 71%, we will lose a star).

While this may seem trivial, climate star ratings are how people outside our community view us and may influence families moving into our school zone. Please take a moment to complete the survey. Currently, we are at 31% complete for the Family Survey—THANK YOU to the families who have already completed it! For those of you who have not done so yet, THANK YOU (in advance) for supporting us in this work.

Students interested in taking AP Art and Design next school year can sign up today for a pre-AP Art meeting and portfolio review with Mrs. Hudson by clicking here.

Students can choose a time that works for them to meet with Ms. Hudson, who can explain what makes AP Art different from other AP courses at Cambridge. This course is a great opportunity to grow a student's portfolio in a class like none other in the building!

Available Resources:

• A recording of the January 30 Information Meeting and all the necessary documents to complete Dual Enrollment are posted to our website at Academics > Dual Enrollment.
• A Dual Enrollment Checklist is available to help students navigate the college application process. Academics > Dual Enrollment > Dual Enrollment > Course Registration.
• Help Sessions with our counselors will be held during both lunch periods, outside the cafeteria doors, on the following Wednesdays:
  
• February 19
• February 26
• March 26
• March 19
• March 12

Deadlines to Apply:

The deadline to apply for Summer and Fall terms for Dual Enrollments is March 31, 2025. No exceptions.

Update on Economics Courses:

We have been informed that colleges will not be offering the Economics class that satisfies our graduation requirement of Personal Finance and Economics. All students looking to take Economics to meet graduation requirements are advised to take Personal Finance and Economics through a face-to-face class at Cambridge or virtually through FVS or GAVS.

Summer Dual Enrollment

Take free college courses this summer! Students can engage in summer enrichment by taking advantage of free college courses offered through Georgia's Dual Enrollment program. Summer dual enrollment courses can help students get ahead and earn both college and high school credit.

For more information on Dual Enrollment, visit Academics > Dual Enrollment.

Seniors with an overall numeric average of 88 (GPA, weighted, calculated through the first semester of the senior year) or higher are deemed Honor Graduates and qualify to purchase an honor cord to wear at Graduation. Please verify your GPA on your transcript in Infinite Campus. Transcripts can be found under 'Documents, Unofficial Transcript.'

Honor Cords are designated as follows:

• Summa Cum Laude for a numeric average of 96 or higher,
• Magna Cum Laude for a numeric average of 92 or higher, or
• Cum Laude for a numeric average of 88 or higher.

Note that the reported GPA on the transcript does not round up for Honor Cord eligibility. A senior must have a GPA of 88 or higher.

Honor Cords purchased by March 21, 2025, will be distributed with caps and gowns on March 27 during both lunches. Please note that all orders will be verified, and non-qualified senior orders cannot be refunded.

Purchase Honor Cord for Eligible Senior

This is what we know right now:

• The Cambridge High School Class of 2025 will graduate at Ameris Bank Amphitheater on Monday, May 19, at 2:00 pm.
• The last day for Seniors is Friday, May 16.
• Cap and Gown distribution is set for March 27 during both lunches.

Additional venue information, the rehearsal date, ticket information, senior walks, and events will be sent out as soon as they are finalized through student announcements (Cambridge Headlines), the parent weekly newsletter, and posted to Students & Families > Seniors and Graduation. or through the feature on the front of our website: www.cambridgehs.org.

Deadline is May 19, 2025

Students have two options when applying for HOPE Career Grant Funds, as part of a HOPE or Zell Miller Grant:

1. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or
2. Complete the online Georgia Student Finance Application (GSFAPP).

Note that FAFSA must be completed each year, and GSFAPP is completed only once.

Students who are Zell Miller Scholarship hopefuls need to follow the steps below to upload their SAT or ACT test scores to gafutures.org to meet all requirements for the award. A 1200 SAT or 25 ACT is needed, along with a 3.7 HOPE GPA after the completion of eight terms of high school, along with four rigorous courses defined by Ga. Student Finance Commission. For more information visit GAfutures > Zell Miller Scholarship.

Students with a College Board SAT score report may upload a copy of the score report to GSFC. Students with an ACT score may request ACT electronically to send their score report to GSFC. Student records are updated with received test score reports within 3-5 business days.

Visit GAfutures > HOPE Scholarship > Student Document Upload for step-by-step directions.

Students are able to track their HOPE or Zell Miller Scholarship status from high school through their GAfutures account at My High School HOPE GPA. It will display when an acceptable test score is received. Once a document is uploaded, student records are updated within three to five business days. For more information, visit GAfutures > How to Track Your HOPE Academic Eligibility.

All males age 18 and up are required to register for the Selective Services at www.sss.gov to qualify for any state or federal aid per Georgia Law. This includes dual enrollment funding and HOPE/Zell Scholarships and Grants. Please visit https://www.sss.gov/register/who-needs-to-register/.

Class of 2025 – your graduation year is here! It’s hard to believe how quickly the first semester has flown by, and before you know it, you’ll be walking across the stage to receive one of the greatest honors of your life. This is a moment to celebrate not just your achievements but also the traditions that make this journey so special.

Honor Your Achievement with a Timeless Tradition
Graduation announcements are a long-held tradition, one that allows you to share your success with family and friends in a meaningful and lasting way. We offer custom announcements that feature your school’s official school crest, ensuring that your announcement is as unique as your accomplishment. Just like collegiate announcements, yours will be personally customized with your name, adding a personal touch to a tradition that has been passed down through generations.

We’ve also made the ordering process easier than ever by creating several packages designed to fit your needs. Of course, you can always add more items to make sure no one is left out of the celebration. From personalized announcements to keepsakes, you can ensure your graduation is marked with style and tradition. Once you place your order, your announcements will be shipped directly to your home with tracking information, so you can stay updated every step of the way.

How to Order:

1. Scan the QR Code on the attached flyer, or
2. Visit 3RDASCENT.com
3. Select your school in the dropdown menu
4. Click on the Graduation Announcement Order Link (featuring a picture of your announcement).
5. Complete your order and get ready to share your exciting news!

Is your student still figuring out their future? Cannot decide on a college major? Does not know what career to pursue? Yes? Yes? And yes?

The ASVAB Career Exploration Program (CEP) can help students take steps now toward finding a career that’s right for them. Students can explore their interests, expand their horizons, realize their strengths and dreams, and start opening doors to their future.

Students can participate in the ASVAB Career Exploration Program on March 13, 2025. The program is free! Parents or guardians must register their child for the ASVAB testing. Students will miss part of the school day to complete the testing. All students participating will have their attendance marked as "School Activity" in Infinite Campus.

ASVAB is only available for 10th through 12th graders. The registration deadline is March 6. Please click here to register your child.

Through the Georgia Scholar program, GaDOE identifies and honors high school seniors who have achieved excellence in school and community life. Each Georgia Scholar receives a diploma seal for their diploma and, new this year, a graduation cord. Georgia Scholar is a recognition-only program, no scholarship funds are associated with this program.

The 2025 Georgia Scholar Program application window is open until March 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Georgia public—or private-school seniors may apply, provided they meet all the criteria outlined by the Georgia Scholar Program. For more information and to apply, visit the Georgia Department of Education—Georgia Scholar or download the Student Application Guide.

Note that your counselor and Principal Agans must sign the School Verification Form by February 26, 2025.

Tickets are now on sale for $100 on GoFan. For more information Student Activities.

The Kennesaw State University Open House offers students the opportunity to learn more about their major and their desired field of study. They will also receive information on Admissions Requirements and Financial Aid and hear from current KSU students.

In addition, be sure to experience a complimentary lunch in the award-winning University Dining (for up to three visitors), along with the opportunity to participate in a walking tour of the campus and see a model room in one of the residence halls.

Open House is hosted on both campuses on different days. You and your student are encouraged to sign up for the campus that hosts their major, as this will allow them to gain the most knowledge about their KSU experience. For more information and to register, visit Kennesaw State University Open House.

In 2024, Fulton County Schools' Chief of Finance was honored with the prestigious ASBO International Eagle Award, generously sponsored by Equitable, a leading financial services company. In recognition of this achievement, Mr. Dereef launched the Dereef College Scholarship Program to support the next generation of leaders.

The program will award one-time $1,000 scholarships to five outstanding students from Fulton County Schools who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in business or education at institutions such as Clark Atlanta University, Tulane University, or any other accredited institution.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Senior students from Fulton County Schools
• Intending to pursue an undergraduate degree in business or education

Application Deadline:

• All applications must be submitted by March 15, 2025

To apply, see the application attached below.

American Legion Unit 201 awards three scholarships each year to qualified applicants. All scholarships are $1000.

• All College-bound High School seniors are eligible to compete for these scholarships.

• The Auxiliary will determine the amount of each scholarship.
• Your counselor or other school-assigned representative must approve the application.
• All applications must be returned no later than April 15, 2025.
• Applications may be duplicated as required.
• Completed applications should be mailed to:
  Ellen Terrell-Youngblood
  123 Sedalia Ct.
  Alpharetta, GA 30009
  eftot57@gmail.com
• All questions or concerns may be directed to: Ellen Terrell-Youngblood, 678.462.9003

The National CCAA First-Year Scholarship is awarded to 16 randomly selected students from various geographic regions who attend one of our 117 member institutions in fall 2025. The scholarship was established to celebrate and promote Catholic higher education, and the National CCAA Board of Directors is pleased to help support students' transition to college.

For more information and to apply visit the National CCAA First-Year Scholarship.

The MARC scholarship program focuses on current high school seniors who have relocated into the Atlanta area sometime between grade 9 (after completion of 8th grade) and grade 12. The one-time award of $2,500 will be presented to an area high school senior in 2025. The award will be sent directly to the college of choice that the student will attend to assist with tuition, etc. Student must attend college in Fall 2025 to receive the scholarship. In addition, the winning application will automatically be nominated for a secondary scholarship opportunity awarded by the Worldwide Employee Relocation Council (WERC) Foundation. MARC will select the scholarship winner based on the strength of their total application package The student will be evaluated on:

• Academic performance (as illustrated in their transcripts)
• Extra-curricular activities (to be provided with the application), and
• Their essay addresses the way they handled the challenges associated with relocating to a new area and a new high school.
  
  

If you have questions, please contact your counselor. The deadline is Friday, February 28, 2025.