Vision: To educate every student to be a responsible, productive citizen.

Mission: For all students to learn to their full potential.

Website: https://creekside.fultonschools.org/

Twitter: @Creekside_High

Phone: 470-254-4300

Address: 7405 Herndon Road, Fairburn GA 30213

Please note Seniors are taking finals during their regular schedule. These are NOT early release days. Seniors are in school THE FULL DAY!

Students and families are to be reminded that commencement is a dignified ceremony. It is important to dress in a manner consistent with the tradition of dignity on this occasion. This includes the wearing of shirts with collars and ties, dress shoes, dress slacks, and/or skirts or dresses. Please note that the wearing of heels is prohibited as graduates will process a long distance and down steps to their seats. Sneakers or open toe shoes/sandals/crocs of any kind are also prohibited. Small wedges or short chunk heels are appropriate and permitted but flats are strongly suggested.

Gowns must have a clean look/wrinkle free and graduation caps are to be free of any decorations. Because the tassel, stole, and cord are the ways in which we recognize academic achievement, only those items can be part of graduation attire. Students with questions regarding dress attire, or needing assistance meeting this standard, should contact Ms. Roderetta Green greenrt@fultonschools.org.

Graduation dress code will be strictly enforced.

Proper graduation decorum is mandatory.

Students who do not adhere to these graduation guidelines will be subject to removal from the graduation procession/ceremony.

On the day of our Class of 2025 graduation, students in grades 9 - 11 will engage in asynchronous learning on Thursday, 5/15/2025. Students will complete asynchronous ARROWS assignments following their B-Day schedule (4 periods). Please ensure your student(s) complete these assignments as completion will be used to mark their attendance for each class period.

Honored. Inspired. Empowered. During Georgia Cities Week, Creekside's SGA was recognized with a proclamation celebrating the impact of civic-minded youth leaders who embody engagement, leadership, and service.

Creekside High’s Timothy Richmond has been named Youth Villages Georgia’s Mentor of the Year.

The honor was presented Tuesday, April 29 at Youth Villages’ Mentor & Volunteer Dinner held at Copeland’s on Cobb Parkway.

Timothy, an AP African-American studies and U.S. history teacher, has been a part of Youth Villages’ Chris Crye Mentoring Program since he was a student at Atlanta’s Emory University.

Joining the program in 2019, he has mentored eight young people ranging from ages 9 to 18.

“I think the reason why Timothy is such a successful mentor is he listens,” said Katrina Word, mentoring supervisor for Youth Villages Georgia. “He is the most non-judgmental person you will ever meet.”

Youth Villages is a national leader in mental and behavioral health committed to finding the most effective solutions to help children, families and young adults overcome obstacles and live successfully. Located on a beautiful, 1,200-acre wooded space in Douglasville, the Youth Villages Inner Harbour Campus is home to residential treatment programs for children and youth with serious emotional and behavioral challenges.

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May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, providing an opportunity to raise awareness, combat stigma, and promote mental health resources.

Fulton County Schools’ Office of Student Supports is committed to a safe and supportive environment for open conversations about Mental Health. Mental Health Kits and Posters have been sent to all schools to participate in spreading awareness. We ask that your support team work collaboratively to determine how to best utilize the materials.

We encourage YOU to start the conversation and HELP by…

• Educating… others about mental health conditions, treatment options, and available resources.
• Challenging… others to stop the stigma by speaking respectfully and inclusively about mental health.
• Encouraging… others to seek help if they are struggling with their mental health and encourage others to do the same.
• Supporting… others by sharing resources for organizations that provide mental health services and advocacy.
  
  
  
  Wear GREEN to show your support for Mental Health Awareness Month all throughout the month of MAY!
  
  
  
  We ask that you take pictures and post on social media using the following hashtags…
  
  #FCSSTRONG #WHERETOSTART #MAYMENTALHEALTH #STOPTHESTIGMA
  
  
  
  Resources and Toolkits:
  
  FCS Office of Student Supports Campaigns
  
  MHA Mental Health Toolkit
  
  SAMHSA Mental Health Toolkit
  
  
  
  For more information, please contact Maribel Bell at BEllMV@fultonschools.org.
  
  

Hear how we are preparing all students for college and career readiness to give them the tools for the future they desire. Dr. Looney interviews AVID Teacher Maggie Nelms and Creekside High School Principal Dr. Terrell Awak.

Hello Creekside Family,

I am writing to express my deepest gratitude and congratulations to each of you for your dedication and hard work in helping Creekside High School achieve a remarkable milestone. Thanks to your unwavering commitment to excellence, Creekside is now the first AVID National Demonstration High School in Georgia!

This achievement is a testament to your collaborative spirit and perseverance. The journey to earning this prestigious recognition was not easy, but your collective efforts have made it possible. We have shown time and again that when we work together, we can overcome challenges and create lasting, positive change in the lives of our students.

Being named an AVID National Demonstration High School is not only a celebration of the progress we’ve made, but a promise of the continued growth and opportunities that lie ahead for our students as we continue our efforts to foster a culture of college readiness and success here at Creekside High School.

Once again, thank you for your passion and commitment to this work. A very special thank you to each of you who directly and indirectly supported every AVID Showcase visit and the Demonstration Evaluation visit ensuring Creekside shined brightly!

Our work is not yet done. I look forward to celebrating many more successes with all of you in the future.

Dr. Terrell Awak

We are thrilled to announce that Creekside High School's JROTC Seminole Battalion has achieved remarkable success in the Fulton County School's Cadet of the Year competition. Out of the 2,100 cadets participating in JROTC across Fulton County, two of our outstanding cadets have been recognized as winners in their respective categories of LETs 1, 2, 3 or 4.

Cadet of the Year Winners: * c/1LT Jada Wright, a freshman, won in the LET 1 category. * c/MAJ D'Anna Curlett, a sophomore, won in the LET 2 category.

This prestigious honor highlights the dedication, hard work, and excellence of our cadets. The competition was fierce, and our cadets demonstrated exceptional skills in various events.

The cadets competed in six events:

1. Cadet Challenge: Cadets showcased their physical fitness through push-ups, curl-ups, and a 1-mile run.

2. Knot Tying: Cadets demonstrated their proficiency in tying various knots, including the Swiss Seat. 3. Uniform Placement: Cadets meticulously placed awards and decorations on their uniforms according to prescribed standards.

4. First Aid: Cadets performed life-saving steps and treated casualties for common injuries.

5. Drill and Ceremony: Cadets executed individual and squad drill commands with precision.

6. Mastery Skills Test: Cadets took an electronic test to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.

We are incredibly proud of Cadets Wright and Curlett for their outstanding achievements. Their success is a testament to the quality of our JROTC program and the support of our dedicated instructors. Please join us in congratulating these exceptional cadets for their hard-earned victories! Go Seminoles! 🎉

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Congratulations to our POTY Ms. Petrice Grier.

Congratulations to our TOTY Ms. Naresha Perry.

Congratulations to our girls basketball players and coaches on winning the 4A State Championship. They have made school history with a 32-0 record! 🏆

Please support one of our own and vote Coach Ellis for the Sports Illustrated Coach Of The Year!

Text4Help was introduced in 2018. It offers students a confidential and anonymous way to receive mental health support from licensed clinicians by texting their unique school code to the Text4Help hotline: 1-844-201-9946.This service is available to all high school and middle school students in our district where they will be connected to a live mental health professional within three minutes.

As we approach Spring Break, it is imperative that we revisit and share information like this with our students to seek help with mental health, drug education, or addressing peer issues.

• Increased Usage: Since the start of the school year, we have seen a significant increase in the number of students utilizing the Text4Help service. This rise indicates a growing awareness and trust in the program among our student body.
• Expanded Support: In response to the increased demand, we have partnered with additional mental health professionals to ensure timely responses to all inquiries. Students can expect a response within three to five minutes.

Middle and High Schools are asked to disseminate Test4Help resources before spring break, testing season, and prom. This is when we see an increase in mental health concerns. Schools will be sent hardcopy materials and resources and below is a link to school flyers as well.

Please see the linked resources:

• Text4Help FCS Webpage
• Text4Help School Flyers: Text 4 Help
  
  
  
• For more information, please contact Scott Farr at FarrS@fultonschools.org.

Dear Parents,

Effective communication with your child's teacher is key to their academic success. We encourage you to read the insightful article "Tips for Communicating with Your Child's Teacher from a Teacher". This article offers valuable advice on building strong relationships with teachers, addressing concerns, and staying engaged in your child's education.

Check it out here and let's work together to support our children's growth and well-being!

Warm Regards,

Ashleigh Buist, Assistant Principal

Dear Creekside Parents, Students and Staff,

Flowers are blooming, birds are chirping, and we are… sneezing. We are actively in our environmental allergy season. Common allergens are POLLEN, DUST MITES, PET DANDER, MOLD and FOOD ALLERGENS. If you are affected by seasonal or environmental allergies, please speak with your parent, guardian or physician now begin proactive care. Allergens can SIGNIFICANTLY affect people with asthma by triggering inflammation and airway narrowing. By identifying and managing allergens, individuals with asthma can improve their lung function and overall well-being. It's important to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment recommendations.

WHAT CAN THE HEALTH CLINIC DO FOR YOU?

• HEALTH CARE PLAN FORM: If you have ASTHMA or ALLERGIES ,this is for your physician to complete, and you return to the clinic.

• SHS-1 FORM/ AUTHORIZATION TO GIVE MEDICATION AT SCHOOL. If you need to STORE your MEDICATION in the clinic. (This includes OTC medications.Parent or guardian can complete this form) • SHS-2 FORM. If you need to CARRY a PRESCRIBED INHALER, EPINEPHRINE, INSULIN or OTHER APPROVED MEDS Over the Counter Medications:

• Antihistamines • Nasal Sprays • Decongestants Lifestyle Changes: • Avoid Irritants (Pollen, Trees, Flower Fields)

• STAY HYDRATED (Water assists with keeping your mucous membranes moist, making it easier to clear out your body)

• Manage Stress (Breathing exercises are a great way to strengthen respiratory muscle) If you choose to wear a mask during your transitions from outdoor to indoor, please be advised that the clinic is not responsible for providing disposable masks. You will be responsible for your own mask and medications. Please see article below.

CHS ARROWS

At Creekside, we practice Acceleration, Re-engagement and Reassessment Opportunities While in School.

Our next Arrows days will be May 8th (A day) and May 9th (B day)

Introduction

The ARROWS Program is designed to ensure all students learn to their full potential by providing them multiple opportunities to demonstrate mastery of course standards.

• Students will be offered one designated day in each class each month to accelerate learning, re-engage in content, and reassess content standards to support work in demonstrating mastery in order to earn course credit to remain on track for graduation.

• The ARROWS Program will allow teachers additional opportunities to differentiate instruction by meeting individual student needs in the remediation of non-mastered standards and/or enrichment of mastered standards.

• The ARROWS Program aligns with Fulton County Schools board policy and Creekside High School’s Semester Action Plan.

• Per FCS Board Policy IHA-L, Appendix A

• Fulton County Schools believes students who have not yet provided evidence of mastery should have the opportunity for reteaching, relearning, and/or reassessment.”

Program Overview

• ARROWS will occur for the entire block in all classes on a monthly basis as outlined on the calendar below for the duration of the 2024-2025 school year.

• Students who have failed to demonstrate mastery on the targeted standards on majors/minors for ARROWS will receive reteaching and reassessment for the specific standards and/or complete missing assignments.

• Students who have demonstrated mastery on the targeted standards for the ARROWS session will be provided enrichment tasks for the specific standard(s).

• Teachers will update grades from ARROWS Day assignments within 5 working days within Infinite Campus. See calendar below for specific dates.

Implications for PLC

• Teachers will work with the Instructional Coaches to create their ARROWS action plan approximately one week before the month’s ARROWS day. Plans will include standards, activities for each tier (re-teaching/remediation, practice, enrichment), and the list of students assigned to each tier per class.

• PLCs will reflect on department-level data related to ARROWS planning, improvement in student mastery, and best-practices.

2024 - 2025 ARROWS Calendar

September

October

November

December

February

March

April

May

As temperatures start to rise, please share guidance on how to stay safe in hot weather and the symptoms of heat related illnesses. See attached flyers.

For more information, please contact Lynne Meadows at MeadowsL@fultonschools.org.

High School Principals,

To increase enrichment opportunities for students, students and families will be encouraged to take advantage of utilizing their 30 semester or 45 quarter hours dual enrollment funding.

Please promote dual enrollment as a summer enrichment opportunity by distributing this flyer: Summer Enrichment Dual Enrollment Flyer.pdf

For additional information, please contact Shamona Harrell at harrells@fultonschools.org.

The Tools for College Success Summer Enrichment Course is a summer school course designed to equip students with the essential skills, knowledge and resources necessary to begin preparation for a successful transition into college and ultimately the workforce. Through a blend of interactive lessons, discussions, and guided group assistance, rising seniors will get a jumpstart on their college and career planning.

This FREE tuition in person credit bearing summer school course will cover topics such as:

• Self & Career Exploration
• Post-Secondary Options
• College Planning & Application Process
• Financial Aid & Scholarships
• Communication & Essay Writing Skills

· Personal Development & College Success Skills

Principals are asked to check with head counselors regarding student enrollment for their schools. Principals are also asked to share this opportunity with their juniors and to assist with course registration.

*English and Spanish Flyers provided here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:9eb592ac-4e45-4cff-8ea6-c04293edcf81

For additional information, please contact Shamona Harrell at harrells@fultonschools.org.

Summer Learning registration is now open. Please send home flyers to inform students and families about Summer Learning.

• Next week, elementary and middle schools will receive hard copy flyers intended to go home with students (see digital versions attached).
• High schools will only receive the attached digital flyer.
• All schools will also receive a hard copy yard sign to place it in a high traffic area (digital version attached).

For more information, please contact Yasmine McKenzie at mckenziey@fultonschools.org.

We want to make you aware of a tremendous opportunity available to rising 11th and 12th grade students in Georgia. Once again, the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development at the University of Georgia, in partnership with Chick-fil-A, Inc.®, will host a statewide youth leadership summit this summer on the UGA campus.

The 2025 Youth LEAD Georgia Summit will take place on July 17-18, and we are seeking to host at least one rising 11th or 12th grade student from each of our state’s school districts. Furthermore, thanks to the generosity of Chick-fil-A®, there is no cost to students participating in the summit.

This summit provides students with an incredible opportunity to hone their leadership skills, build relationships with peers, experience the UGA campus, and discuss issues facings Georgia’s youth.

We encourage you to identify rising 11th and 12th grade students that you believe would enjoy and benefit from this opportunity and ask them to consider applying by forwarding them this application link: https://ugeorgia.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6J9k8MAySaaE4Z0

We will accept applications through April 30 and will notify students of a decision regarding selection for the summit in May.

Our technology team will begin issuing fine letters this week. Parents, please be advised that students have been assessed a fine of $100 for damaged laptops, $250 for lost laptops and $30 for each lost/damaged charger. These fees have been charged to their student accounts. Please ensure that your child manages their device appropriately to avoid these fees.

The school provides technological devices to support students in their learning, and it is essential to maintain these devices in good condition for future use. Unfortunately, replacement or repair costs become necessary when a device is lost or damaged to ensure other students have access to these resources.

If your child has fines, please resolve this matter by submitting your payment for the outstanding fines via our online school payment system. You can make payments by clicking the link on our Creekside High School website for the appropriate lost or damaged laptop or charger. Click payments at the bottom of the page.

Unresolved fines will lead to restricted access to future technology checkouts and could impact your student's ability to clear for graduation.

Thank you for your prompt attention and continued support.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please reach out via email to Mr. Simon at Simone1@fultonschools.org.

The Instructional Technology team is excited to offer Canvas for Families Info & Q&A Sessions to help parents set up their Observer accounts. These sessions aim to support families in engaging more effectively with their child’s learning through Canvas.

Details about the sessions are available on the FCS Canvas public site: fultonschools.org/canvas.

The Infinite Campus portals - Campus Parent and Campus Student - provides access to information for all enrolled students in their household. Information includes grades, attendance, assignments, and school announcements.

Note: Parents must register the first time they are accessing their account. All students have access to Campus Student via ClassLink.

All portal accounts require a 1-time activation to create your ID and password. You must be a parent/guardian of a current FCS student to activate an account.

To verify identity, you will be asked to provide the following information about 1 student in your household:

• Student first and last name (as entered on birth certificate)
• Student ID number
• Student Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY)
• Student grade level (current grade level)

If you need to meet with a teacher before our next school wide conference date in January, please contact our Counseling Clerk - Ms. Russell via email or phone to schedule your Thursday conference. Thursday conferences are by appointment only between 3:45 - 4:30 pm and are still available to schedule in addition to our monthly school wide conference days.

Ms. Russell, Counseling Clerk

russellmm@fultonschools.org

470-254-4109

The CCRPI (College and Career Ready Performance Index) is Georgia's system for measuring and reporting how well high schools are preparing students for success in college and careers. It takes into account academic performance, student growth, graduation rates, and college readiness. The CCRPI score helps parents understand how their child’s school is performing and where improvements can be made to better support student achievement.

Students may request up to 5 remote learning days per semester and receive attendance credit for being present through remote participation. To receive participated remote credit, students must follow the participated remote directions outlined below.

• Notification of PR Day must be made prior to the start of the instructional day to teacher(s). Students should make all requests for remote learning days one school day prior to the requested date when possible.
  
• Remote learning days cannot be requested on the first day of school.
• Remote learning days cannot be requested on summative evaluation days/testing days.
  
• All work must be submitted within 2 days of the return from the remote learning days.
  
• The absence will be marked Unexcused in IC until this form is completed and turned into the attendance office.
  

Remote Learning Day Process:

1. Advanced notification: Meet with teacher for pre-approval of PR Day to get directions for your synchronous or asynchronous learning assignment. Teacher will sign off for pre-approval for their class period. Day of Notification (Must be prior to the start of the instructional day): Teacher will sign off indicating they received notification of PR Day.
   
2. Complete synchronous or asynchronous learning assignment during your remote learning day.
   
3. Turn in assigned learning activities. Teacher will sign off on completed assignment.
   
4. MS/HS - Student must have pre-approval signatures and assignment completed signatures from more than half of their classes to receive PR credit.
5. Turn Participated Remote Form into office for attendance correction in Infinite Campus.

Contact your Grade Level Academy Dean for Follow up Questions/Concerns:

9th Grade: Ms. Naja Freeman

10th Grade: Mr. Elijah Simon

11th Grade: Ms. Yolanda Magee

12th Grade: Mr. Richard Campbell

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we approach the upcoming holidays, it important to remind parents and families that candy, desserts, baked goods (store bought/homemade), or any other edible items are not to be sold or distributed at school or on the bus unless approved in advance by school administration. Per our Student Code of Conduct, students who do not adhere to this expectation are subject to disciplinary action for violation 7A: Failure to Follow Rules and all candy or food items will be confiscated. Please discuss this expectation and possible consequences with your student(s) as this will be taken very seriously. This is due to recent national and state reports about students sharing edible items and synthetic medications with other students that contain very harmful substances.

Please know that taking this measure will help us maintain a safe environment for all students. You can help us protect your student(s) by requesting that they not eat anything given to them by another person, anything that they have not brought from your home or anything not in its original sealed package.

Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping all of our students safe at school!

“Report, Don’t Repost” aims to help students and families to understand the importance of reporting threats seen on social media, rather than reposting them. In today's digital age, harmful content can spread quickly, creating panic and confusion. By encouraging our community to report threats directly to local authorities or use our anonymous tip line, simultaneously helping to prevent the spread of misinformation. Students also need to understand passing along threats online slows down police investigations and could result in charges to them.

Key points:

• If you see or hear a threat on social media, report it to local authorities immediately.
• You can also Report a Safety Concern anonymously at www.fultonschools.org/tipline.
• Do not post on social media where it can cause confusion and put you at risk.

We went from 16 to 26 parents who have joined our PTSA. Please take a moment to visit the link below to join today! The membership goal is 200 total....WE CAN DO THIS!

Creekside High School PTSA is an organization where Parents, Teachers and Students work together to make every child's potential a reality. We accomplish this goal by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all children.

Commitment: Our PTSA is dedicated to promoting children's health, well-being, and educational success through strong parent, family, and community involvement at Creekside High School.

We need your support! Please join via the link below. Membership is $10 annually. Students can join too!

September Attendance Awareness Month

ON TIME: Beat the Bell, Be in Class! On Time, Every Day!

ON TARGET: 95% Attendance Rate = No More than 8 Absences

ON TRACK: Student Achievement - Grade Level Advancement - Graduation

Parents/Guardians should regularly log into Infinite Campus to view monitor their child's attendance. When a student is absent:

• Parents should notify the school before or after the absence(s)
• Notes should be directed to attendance owner at the school
• Handwritten note or email
• Notification from parents should happen no later than 5 days after absence

Send Attendance Notification to:

Ms. Tia Holt

Attendance Professional Assistant

email: holtt3@fultonschools.org

Phone: 470 - 254 - 4136

If a students is chronically absent, they will be referred to Creekside's attendance committee for attendance interventions including but not limited to an attendance parent conference, attendance contract, and social work referral.

Morning Advisement is a daily RECORDED ATTENDANCE period. It is critical that your students arrive at school daily and on time every day. We do not want them to miss out on the opportunity to develop the social skills that will make them successful students and citizens of our community. We also also do not want their attendance negatively impacted by not attending advisement.

Daily advisement is where we aim to foster positive school culture by developing our students through social-emotional education via Fulton County Schools Student Success Skills curriculum. Advisement will also help build students' college success skills and literacy through AVID School Wide strategies. Our weekly advisement schedule is outlined below.

If you have any questions about your child's schedule, please contact their counselor directly using the information below. Counselors are based on your child's cohort. For example, if your child is a second year high school student, they are part of cohort 2027 or Class of 2027 and their counselor is Dr. Jones. Please see your child's schedule and the advisory assignment will align to their cohort.

Schedule change requests are closed. Counselors have been working to review and complete the requests submitted. Again, if you have questions regarding your child's schedule, please email their counselor for follow up. Thanks!

Mr. Van Claude Swain: 9th Grade Advisory/Cohort 2028

Dr. Fontella Jones: 10th Grade Advisory/Cohort 2027

Mrs. Candace Dixon: 11th Grade Advisory/Cohort 2026

Ms. Melanie Smith: 12th Grade Advisory/Cohort 2025
Mrs. Daughtry-Prior: College & Career/Dual Enrollment

Fulton County Schools serves gifted students through its Talented and Gifted (TAG) Program, which is part of the Learning & Teaching Department. Students are screened for eligibility for gifted services twice a year using a systematic approach to identify highly capable students who may qualify for gifted services. Identification of gifted students often involves a combination of standardized tests, teacher observations, and performance assessments. Please read the following document to view Creekside's screening and referral process for our gifted students.

Students who are eligible to drive to Creekside High School school year 2024-2025, must remain compliant when driving to campus. To ensure your student is compliant, please ensure the following steps have been taken:

• Completed the student vehicle registration form (https://forms.gle/2iijuTrVdJUz3V2q7)

• Emailed the student’s information to Dean Simon (simone1@fultonschools.org

• Drivers license

• Vehicle registration of the vehicle that will be driven to campus

• Valid insurance card

• Paid for a Creekside High School Student parking decal on OSP (once cleared by Dean Simon via email

Once approved, a designated parking space will be assigned. All parking permits must be placed in the vehicle, visible from outside.

Students who drive to campus and do not display a current Creekside High School parking decal will be towed at the owner’s expense to Southside Wrecker, Union City, Georgia. The cost to retrieve the vehicle once towed will be a minimum of $175.00. Storage and administrative fees will be assessed starting 24 hours after the vehicle has reached the tow yard. All towing fees that are assessed are paid directly to Southside Wrecker.

Student vehicles that are in violation will not be booted but will be towed off campus. All violators will be towed to Southside Wrecker in Union City, Georgia. If your student plans to drive to Creekside at any point this school year, please ensure the above steps are taken prior to driving and parking on campus at Creekside High School.

Be advised, student parking information has been shared in the Senior and Junior Summer Parent Meetings, student town halls, in this weekly newsletter and has been posted to the school website. Students who have been parking without a permit have also had warning stickers/letters placed on their cars each week. Towing will initiate next week.

Should there be any questions, please feel free to contact Dean Simon at simone1@fultonschools.org.

Class of 2025 Senior Parent Meetings

Upcoming Meeting : May 5th via MS Team

With just 1 months until graduation, your child is inching closer to the finish line of an incredible journey. This is a moment to reflect on their hard work, growth, and achievements—and to celebrate their bright future ahead. Senior families please join us virtually for our next meeting on Monday May 5th.

Thank you for your continued support and encouragement as they take these final steps toward an unforgettable graduation day.

Thank you to those who were able to attend our March Senior Parent Meeting . Please feel free to view the Powerpoint from the meeting as a reference.

March Parent Meeting 25.pptx

Please join us via MS Teams at 6PM for pertinent information regarding your Senior's final year! Topics of discussion include senior dues, cap and gown purchase, commencement exercises, field trips,etc. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please also be reminded that Creekside High School is a clear-book bag campus, and students are always expected to adhere to dress code expectations daily. Bags out of compliance will be confiscated by grade level admin and returned only to a parent/guardian.

Students have expressed interest in purchasing Creekside uniform apparel with our school's academic crest embroidered. We have partnered with WearMe to provide this merchandise. The merchandise orders have a two week turnaround. These uniform items are voluntary not mandatory items for students to wear. Students are required to adhere to the dress code outlined below and now have the added flexibility to demonstrate school pride by wearing uniform apparel ordered from this site.

Students in the school system are expected to dress and groom themselves in such a way as to reflect neatness, cleanliness, and safety. All students shall dress appropriately so as not to disrupt or interfere with the educational program or the orderly operation of the school. Examples of inappropriate dress and grooming include lack of cleanliness in person or dress; shoe lessness; "short-short" clothing; bare midriffs; "tank tops"; "see-through" clothing or apparel which designates gangs or similar organizations or any dress that is disruptive to the educational process. Designated dress involving school activities approved by the principal shall be acceptable. The principal or other duly authorized school official shall determine whether any particular mode of dress or grooming results in a violation of the spirit and/or the intent of this rule.

1. Clothing, including administratively approved spirit wear, must be modest and of appropriate length and fit. Extremely tight clothing, sagging shorts or trousers, or baggy, oversized clothing is not permitted.

2. Clothing and/or jewelry must not contain words or symbols that are gang-related, offensive, insulting, embarrassing, obscene, or promote illegal behavior.

3. Clothing and/or jewelry must not contain any advertisement or display of words or symbols associated with alcohol, illegal drugs, or tobacco.

4. Appropriate undergarments must be worn at all times and must not be visible.

5. Head wraps, bandanas, hoods, or other head coverings (du-rags/wave caps/bonnets/gaitor

6. masks/ski masks) cannot be worn in the school building during the school day unless there is a special activity where they are deemed appropriate by the school administration. Exceptions to this rule are headwraps worn for religious purposes.

7. Appropriate shoes must be worn at all times at school and school sponsored activities. No house slippers are allowed.

Additionally, per the Fulton County Code of Conduct, personal communication devices (i.e., cell phones) are not allowed during instructional class time unless permission is provided by the teacher or other school staff member. Cell phones out of compliance will be confiscated and returned only to a parent/guardian. Repeated offenses may result in the student losing the privilege of having a cell phone on campus for the academic year.

Cell phones are also strictly prohibited for non-educational purposes, including recording fights, battery, or other inappropriate content. Consequences for doing so may result in a disciplinary hearing referral for long-term suspension.

All Creekside students will be issued their student devices and chargers during the first two weeks of school. Be advised that students who lose or damage their devices and chargers will be subject to a $250 (lost/stolen device), $100 (damaged device), or $35 (lost/damaged charger). Students with existing missing/damaged device fines from prior school years at Creekside will only be issued a replacement device this year with payment of their outstanding device fines. It is imperative that your child keeps track of and takes care of their student devices and chargers.

Use the link below to see step-by-step instructions on how to review and sign to acknowledge receipt of the code of conduct.

Parents/guardians and students should download and use the Here Comes the Bus application. This application will give real-time information on your child's bus location.

Student parking is limited on our campus with limited parking spots for staff, students and visitors.

If you're interested in your licensed student parking on campus this year, please complete the form linked below in its entirety. This information must be completed before a parking permit can be issued. If you will drive more than one vehicle on campus, please complete the vehicle section for additional vehicles as noted on the form below. Should you have any questions, please reach out to Dean Simon at simone1@fultonschools.org.

The following information is needed before proceeding:

• Vehicle Make
• Vehicle Model
• Tag Number
• Vehicle Color

This application is for registering a vehicle for the purpose of securing a student parking decal. Rules and regulations pertaining to on-campus parking and operation of vehicle are contained herein.

Completion of this application shall be construed as acceptance of all parking and operation rules and regulations. Please email the all required documents (drivers license, vehicle registration, and insurance card).

Parking fee for 24-25 School Year - $170.00

Second Semester parking fee - $85.00

STUDENTS, DO NOT SUBMIT PAYMENT FOR PARKING UNTIL YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN APPROVED BY DEAN SIMON FIRST!

PARKING WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED! DECALS REQUIRED!

If your student SEEs or HEARs anything about school threats, weapons, violence, bullying, drugs, self-harm, or have other school safety suspicions or concerns, REPORT it EVERY time anonymously using the SHARE TIP LINE.

Our School Governance Council will hold its kickoff meeting for the 2024 - 2025 school year on Thursday, August 8, 2024. School Governance Meeting information is available via the link below including our agendas and minutes from each meeting. Please be advised that minutes are only available publicly once the council has reviewed and approved the minutes into the official record during the follow up meeting. The council has selected the dates below for its meetings for the school year. Please feel free to join us via the Teams links provided on the agendas.

Tentative Meeting Schedule for SY24-25 (unless otherwise noted, via TEAMS)

August 8th - In Person

September 12th

October 10th

November 14th

January 9th

February 13th

March 13th

May 8th