Jenkins Journal

Herschel V. Jenkins High School

"Herschel V. Jenkins believed that education was the key to improving lives, the cornerstone of a strong community, and the path to a better world."

1800 E Derenne Ave,│ Savannah, GA 31406

Tel:(912) 395-6300

Dr. Justin Durham, Principal

Justin.Durham@sccpss.com

Mr. Alfred Williams, Assistant Principal

Alfred.Williams@sccpss.com

Mrs. Faria Polite, Assistant Principal

Faria.Polite@sccpss.com

FRESHMAN FOCUS PARENT NIGHT

The Herschel V. Jenkins High School Professional School Counseling Department invites and strongly encourages ALL FRESHMAN and ALL FRESHMAN PARENTS to attend. Parents and students will receive information regarding the 9th Grade Transition, Promotion Requirements, Graduation Requirements, Community Service, and much, much more.

WHERE: HVJ Auditorium

WHEN: Monday, October 28, 2024

TIME: 6:00pm

HVJ Warriors will highlight this on 10/28-11/1. This year's theme is "Drug-Free Looks Like Me." We will be doing a variety of activities focused on combating drugs, alcohol and negative behaviors in our school, our families and in our community. Staff and students are encouraged to participate in the theme each day and wear jeans for the entire week within the following guidelines:

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• NO holes in clothing •NO homemade clothing

• NO uncovered shoulders • NO uncovered chests

• NO uncovered bellies • NO inappropriately covered thighs

• NO profane/inappropriate graphic, text, or message

We are pleased to recognize the following students and teachers for their participation in the 10 Book Challenge:

Aviona Washington

Lauren Allred

JaNya Robinson

Halaya Trosper

Jessica Zheng

Derek Wangai

Mrs. Wilson

Mrs. Crain

Mrs. Golden

The student and staff member that logged the most books in September are (drum roll)

Nekhil Negi and Mrs. Duncan.

In recognition of participation, we have a special treat for the students and teachers listed above! Come by the library and pick up a prize for being part of this reading journey.

As we continue to complete the 10 Book Challenge by May 9th, let's keep this momentum going! Don't forget there are even more prizes ahead for those who stay committed to the literacy initiative.

Date: Friday, November 1st.

EVENT: Dia de los muertos (Day of the dead) Selfie Booth.

Place: Cafeteria corner

Cost: $2:00 per student

Are you thinking about going straight into the workforce after high school and need assistance in finding employment opportunities to make this happen- then this opportunity is for you!

JCB will be hosting an Apprenticeship Information session on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Jenkins High School. JCB is the largest privately-owned construction equipment manufacturer in the world with 22 manufacturing facilities. The JCB Apprenticeship Program is open to all high school seniors interested in all areas of manufacturing operations. You will be trained for three years, followed by a continued employment agreement with JCB.

If you are interested in learning more about this job opportunity, click on the link below to sign up.

JCB Apprenticeship Information Session RSVP Link

Warriors NJROTC participated in the South Effingham Drill meet. Our cadets did amazing and showed that by accomplishing 1st place in push ups and curls ups, 2nd place overall in athletics, 3rd place in academics and 3rd place overall in the drill meet. Special shoutout to Angelica De Los Santos, Brooklyn Carter, Gerrod Lee-Whitaker and Jadyn McClain for placing individually in push ups and curl ups!

Our school mission is to ignite a passion for learning and teaching at high levels. Herschel V. Jenkins High Schools will provide a world-class educational that produces students of character prepared for the future. To ensure we communicate the necessary information to our stakeholders, I would encourage parents/guardians to contact me @ Justin.Durham@sccpss.com to share ways to improve our communication. We will correspond every Sunday via Bright Arrow (Parent and student email), JHS Facebook, the JHS webpage, and the SCCPSS webpage. Please let us know if you are not receiving this correspondence at (912) 395-6300​ .

Email: Justin.Durham@sccpss.com

Website: https://spwww.sccpss.com/schools/jenkins/Pages/default.aspx
Location: 1800 E Derenne Ave, Savannah, GA 31406
Phone: (912) 395-6300​
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialhvj?mibextid=LQQJ4d