Wednesday, October 23th, and Thursday, October 24th, are early release days for our elementary and middle schools which means that we will release later than our normal 2:10 PM release time. Please expect buses to be a little later on these days.

As a reminder, at the end of the day, students are to report directly from class to their assigned bus for departure. Buses will start engines at 2:15 PM and close their doors at 2:17 PM (with the exception of early release days later this week). Once the doors are closed, students will not be able to board and will need to secure alternate transportation to get home. Buses will leave promptly at 2:18 PM each day. Please contact AP Chris Bess if you have any questions at chris.bess@gcpsk12.org or (678) 288-0834.

All 10th grade & 11th grade students, as well as 9th grade students who registered by Sept. 15th, will take the PSAT on October 29th from 7:10 - 11:30 AM. Students should arrive on time. Check-outs will not be permitted during this time. Bring a fully charged GCPS Chromebook and charger.

The PSAT is an excellent primer for the SAT, and even the ACT, but it's more than just a trial run. PSAT scores are used to identify National Merit Scholars and award merit scholarships.

Students, we would like to remind you of the critical role that regular school attendance plays in your academic success.

Consistent attendance allows you to:

1. Keep up with daily lessons and academic performance.
2. Develop essential social skills and peer relationships.
3. Participate in extracurricular activities that enrich your educational experience.

Missing school can lead to gaps in knowledge that become harder to fill as time goes on. Let's work together to ensure that you are here each day and benefit fully from the opportunities available at SKG.

Excused Absences:

A student must bring a written note from the parent/guardian or healthcare provider providing an explanation for an absence. Notes must be turned in to the Attendance Office, and excused notes can be emailed to seckingerattendance@gcpsk12.org. Check-out notes for student drivers may not be emailed. After ten parent excuse notes in a school year, the school may request additional documentation, including doctor’s notes, to continue to excuse absences and tardies.

"The Student Pledge Against Gun Violence began in 1996, supported by unanimous U.S. Senate Resolution and Presidential Proclamation, both calling for a Day of National Concern about Young People and Gun Violence and national distribution of the Student Pledge.

Participation in the Student Pledge sends an important message: that violence is neither inevitable nor an abstract force against which young people are powerless. Violence is, rather, the sum total of individual decisions, and reversing the violence will occur individual decision by individual decision. The Day of National Concern honors the role that young people themselves can play in helping to reverse violence. Since 1996, more than 10 million students have signed the Student Pledge." -https://www.pledge.org/day-of-national-concern

Use the links below or scan the QR codes above to submit your nominations:

Faculty Superlatives

Senior Superlatives

To vote, you must be logged into your GCPS Gmail. Everyone (9th-12th, Faculty, and Staff) are welcome to vote for Faculty and Staff Superlatives, but Senior Superlative Nominations are only open to current Seniors. The forms will be open until October 25.

Student Council is excited to host the 2nd Annual SKG Community Trunk-or-Treat on Thursday, October 24! This event is for elementary school aged children and their families and is free to attend.

Student Council is excited to announce that SKG is joining the Friday Night Food Fight tradition! We will collect non-perishable food items from 10/21 to 10/31. The winner will be determined by pounds per student. Our donations will go to The Pantry at Hamilton Mill United Methodist Church. Let's HELP OUR COMMUNITY and BEAT LANIER!

It's BOO-Gram time at SKG!! Boo-grams are only $1/each. Send one to your student, their friends, sports teams, clubs and your favorite teachers/staff at SKG!

Parents/guardians should use this link to order. Students can also purchase Boo-grams directly from SKG PTSA during lunch in The Commons from 10/21-10/25.

Did you know that GCPS partners with the Gwinnett County Public Library (GCPL) to provide Tutor.com/gcpl as an online tutoring resource for students?

Students can get one-on-one tutoring in any math, science, social studies, and English subject. Tutor.com/gcpl covers 40 subjects, including AP courses and SAT/ACT prep. Live tutoring support is available daily from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. and students can also drop off their papers to get 24-hour feedback from a professional.

To login, students will use their student number as their username and their birthday month and day (MMDD) as the password. See attachment for directions.

SKG PTSA has teamed up with Givebacks for a NO COST TO YOU way to fundraise for our school. Merchants fund the donations every time you shop or dine at their store. Please click the link for more information and to sign up to support SKG:

https://www.givebacks.com/join/gapta-12515867

Hey Jags! Underclassmen- Mark your calendars for picture make up day. If you missed picture day you will automatically receive a pass on October 22. To sign up for a retake, use the link below.

SKG provides all students with the opportunity to apply for the Civic Engagement Diploma Seal. There are four criteria a student must meet to be awarded the CEDS. 1. Students should pass all of their Social Studies classes. 2.They should complete 50 hours, with 15 being civically engaged, of community service. Hours begin the summer before their freshman year. 3. Students will take the American Government Basic Skills Test. If you took the Civic Engagement Course freshman year, this component has likely been met. 4. Finally, students will create a product (presentation, essay, video, dance, podcast, etc.) where they discuss their experience and it's impact on them. Please see Mrs. Runkel in T442 and our Google Classroom (Code 7pj2ue3) for more information!

Students who need to retake a course for graduation are encouraged to participate in our Intensive Credit Recovery program. Please register on MyPaymentsPlus for $50.

Seniors: use the links below to sign up for one or all of these Instant Decision Days:

Click Here to Sign Up for Gwinnett Tech

Click Here to Sign Up for University of North Georgia

Click Here to Sign Up for Georgia Gwinnett College

Click Here to Sign Up for Kennesaw State University

Come join us Saturday, November 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Everyone Welcome! A family friendly event including food tastings from 15+ local restaurants and shopping from 30+ local vendors. Plus, music and entertainment AND a chance to get your picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus! All money raised from ticket sales will go to support the Seckinger HS Chorus.

Please have a look at the following document for detailed information about Seckinger Athletics. It contains crucial details about the athletic calendar, spirit wear, and available sponsorship packages.

• Only Seckinger HS students and opposing HS students will be permitted in games without a parent. High School IDs will be checked.
  
• Students must leave school on game day and can return thirty minutes before the start.
  
• All games are available for purchase online. Visit the GoFan website here: https://gofan.co/
  
• All elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by an adult at all sporting events.
• Please click here to access the head coach's directory and email the coach for more information.

Attention all SKG Boys & Girls who are interested in trying out for soccer for the 2025 season. Please plan to attend our Interest meeting night for parents & players on October 23rd at 6:30 PM in the Cafeteria! At least 1 parent MUST attend with each student! We will be going over some important information for the upcoming season. Hope to see you there! Go Jags!

Do you love to dance, act, and perform? Complete this interest form to learn more about Winterguard at Seckinger. https://tinyurl.com/skgwginterest Winterguard is open to all 8th-12th grade students in the SKG Cluster. No previous experience is required (dance experience is helpful but not necessary). Students do NOT have to be in a band class at SKG or JMS to join the winterguard. Auditions will be held on November 11th, 12th, and 13th from 5:00pm - 7:30pm. Attendance for the final day of auditions (November 13th) and at least one of the previous day is required to be offer a spot on the team. Reach out to the SKG Band Director, Hannah Cavender (hannah.cavender@gcpsk12.org), or Guard Director, Sean Stevens (seckingerguards@gmail.com), with any questions!

Catch "Peter and the Starcatcher", Varsity Theatre's GHSA Competition performance October 16, 17 & 19th at 6:00pm! “Peter” tells the tale of how characters like Peter Pan and Captain Hook came to be through wild comedy and undeniable wit balanced with heartbreaking drama, romance, and music. It will make you laugh out loud and bring tears to your eyes! Featuring outstanding work by the following SKG SENIORS: Trevor Kibathi as Boy/Peter Th’Yana Fuller as Molly Connor Cushma as Black Stache Dane Driver as Smee and Understudy Stache Johann Villatoro as Alf and Grempkin Ivanna Rojas-Vilchez as Fighting Prawn and Sanchez Jordin Reed as Prentiss Lucas Costea as Ted Elizabeth Conti as Teacher and Understudy Smee Tony Adkins as Understudy Slank and Hawking Clam Assistant Directed by Fatema Ali Stage Managed by Kayden Romero Choreography by Chloe Merrick Get your tickets today at https://sites.google.com/g.gcpsk12.org/skg-theatre/tickets

See attached for a list of clubs and when they meet. E-mail the club sponsor listed for more information. Click here to see the list of clubs or scan the QR code below.

To support your child’s individual needs and interests, we offer multiple ways to connect with your family to address questions.

• Phones – Our main line is 678-288-0800.
• Email – You may email Administration with your child’s name, questions, and a preferred method of contact, email or phone. Administration Directory
• SKG Student Handbook - Check out the Student Handbook for useful information to help you navigate Seckinger HS.
• SKG Student Calendar - Follow our SKG Student Calendar to keep up with all events at Seckinger.
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