Calling all creative minds, problem solvers, and future innovators! 🐝💻
Does your student love technology, design, or creating something new? The 21st Annual CCS Technology Competition is the perfect opportunity to showcase their skills. Students in grades 3–12 are invited to compete in digital design, robotics, animation, video production, and more. Registration is NOW OPEN!
🎨 LOGO DESIGN CHALLENGE: Create the winning logo to be featured on competition t-shirts and awards, plus receive a $50 gift card and a free t-shirt!
Learn more and sign up today: www.calhounschools.org/o/chs/page/technology-competition
Does your student love technology, design, or creating something new? The 21st Annual CCS Technology Competition is the perfect opportunity to showcase their skills. Students in grades 3–12 are invited to compete in digital design, robotics, animation, video production, and more. Registration is NOW OPEN!
🎨 LOGO DESIGN CHALLENGE: Create the winning logo to be featured on competition t-shirts and awards, plus receive a $50 gift card and a free t-shirt!
Learn more and sign up today: www.calhounschools.org/o/chs/page/technology-competition

The Fired Up Food Drive is happening this week! Help us support the VOLUNTARY ACTION CENTER - Hand Up, Inc. and reach our districtwide goal of 20,000 non-perishable food items.
Students, families, and community members can drop off donations at any school front office or the Central Office. Every item counts! Let's #BeThere for our community. 🥫🐝
Students, families, and community members can drop off donations at any school front office or the Central Office. Every item counts! Let's #BeThere for our community. 🥫🐝


What better way to kick off School Bus Safety Week than by recognizing our dedicated bus drivers, who continue to #BeThere for our students each and every day! 🚍💛🐝

Welcome back, Jackets! 🐝 Hope everyone had a great Fall Break. We can’t wait to see you back tomorrow, Monday, Oct. 19! #BeThere

🎓 CHS Class of 2027 Seniors & Parents!
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is NOW OPEN! The CHS Counseling Department is here to help students and families prepare for college and navigate the financial aid process.
Need help getting started? Visit our website for FAFSA information and helpful resources to guide you through the application process: https://www.calhounschools.org/o/chs/documents/about-chs/school-counseling/fafsa-information/16476871
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is NOW OPEN! The CHS Counseling Department is here to help students and families prepare for college and navigate the financial aid process.
Need help getting started? Visit our website for FAFSA information and helpful resources to guide you through the application process: https://www.calhounschools.org/o/chs/documents/about-chs/school-counseling/fafsa-information/16476871

Future Teachers in the Making! 🍎✏️
CHS FCCLA students recently visited Kennesaw State University for National Be a Teacher Day! Students explored careers in education, learned more about the teaching profession, and discovered opportunities to inspire the next generation.
We love seeing our Jackets explore their interests and future possibilities! 🐝 #GrowOurOwn #CTAEdelivers #TeachInThePeach #BeThere
CHS FCCLA students recently visited Kennesaw State University for National Be a Teacher Day! Students explored careers in education, learned more about the teaching profession, and discovered opportunities to inspire the next generation.
We love seeing our Jackets explore their interests and future possibilities! 🐝 #GrowOurOwn #CTAEdelivers #TeachInThePeach #BeThere

Let’s #BeThere for our community and show what we can do when we come together!
The Voluntary Action Center’s Fired Up Food Drive is October 19–23! Last year, CCS collected more than 12,000 non-perishable food items, and this year, we’re going BIG with a districtwide goal of 20,000! 🥫🐝
The challenge is on! Students are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items throughout the week and help their class, grade level, and school lead the way! We'll share school-specific challenges, competitions, and incentives soon.
Every donation counts, and every item can help a neighbor. Let’s #BeThere and make a BIG impact for the community we call home!
The Voluntary Action Center’s Fired Up Food Drive is October 19–23! Last year, CCS collected more than 12,000 non-perishable food items, and this year, we’re going BIG with a districtwide goal of 20,000! 🥫🐝
The challenge is on! Students are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items throughout the week and help their class, grade level, and school lead the way! We'll share school-specific challenges, competitions, and incentives soon.
Every donation counts, and every item can help a neighbor. Let’s #BeThere and make a BIG impact for the community we call home!


Shoutout to CHS Culinary Arts students and head chef, Jessica Hutchings, for preparing and serving Friday night’s delicious reception spread! It looked amazing, tasted even better, and was such a great showcase of our talented Jackets. #CTAEdelivers #BeThere

This week’s menu!
View the complete menu here: https://www.schoolcafe.com/
*Subject to change due to food availability.
View the complete menu here: https://www.schoolcafe.com/
*Subject to change due to food availability.

🍂 Fall Break is coming up next week!
There will be no school for students or staff October 12–16.
Need childcare during the break? CCE’s Jacket Jamboree is available for Pre-K through 6th grade students.
Learn more and register here: www.calhounschools.org/o/calhoun/page/jacket-jamboree-summer-school-closures
There will be no school for students or staff October 12–16.
Need childcare during the break? CCE’s Jacket Jamboree is available for Pre-K through 6th grade students.
Learn more and register here: www.calhounschools.org/o/calhoun/page/jacket-jamboree-summer-school-closures

🇺🇸 Join us as we honor our veterans!
Calhoun City Schools is proud to host our 3rd Annual Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday, November 11, in Downtown Calhoun!
Veterans and families, local businesses, organizations, and community groups are invited to join us and show support for our veterans.
📚 Early Release Day for CCS students
🎵 Performances begin at 12:30 PM
🇺🇸 Parade begins at 1:30 PM
Register now to participate: https://forms.gle/eRDTkviWGFsxaZ7u6
Let’s come together as a community and #BeThere for our veterans!
Calhoun City Schools is proud to host our 3rd Annual Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday, November 11, in Downtown Calhoun!
Veterans and families, local businesses, organizations, and community groups are invited to join us and show support for our veterans.
📚 Early Release Day for CCS students
🎵 Performances begin at 12:30 PM
🇺🇸 Parade begins at 1:30 PM
Register now to participate: https://forms.gle/eRDTkviWGFsxaZ7u6
Let’s come together as a community and #BeThere for our veterans!

This Wednesday is Perfect Attendance Day! 🐝
As we wrap up Attendance Awareness Month, we’re challenging every Jacket to #BeThere in honor of Mr. Paul, who served Calhoun City Schools with an incredible 50 years of perfect attendance.
Each year on his birthday, we celebrate his legacy by challenging our students to follow his example. Let’s fill every classroom and go for 100% attendance across CCS!
As we wrap up Attendance Awareness Month, we’re challenging every Jacket to #BeThere in honor of Mr. Paul, who served Calhoun City Schools with an incredible 50 years of perfect attendance.
Each year on his birthday, we celebrate his legacy by challenging our students to follow his example. Let’s fill every classroom and go for 100% attendance across CCS!

Don’t miss Jacket Fest this Friday!
Bring the whole family out for games, inflatables, a petting zoo, food, and plenty of fun, all while supporting our CHS Career Technical Student Organizations! #CTAEdelivers
📍 CHS Track Parking Lot
🗓 Friday, Sept. 25 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Make plans to #BeThere!
Bring the whole family out for games, inflatables, a petting zoo, food, and plenty of fun, all while supporting our CHS Career Technical Student Organizations! #CTAEdelivers
📍 CHS Track Parking Lot
🗓 Friday, Sept. 25 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Make plans to #BeThere!

Looking for a flexible, rewarding opportunity? 🐝 Kelly Education is hosting a Substitute Job Fair this Thursday, September 24, from 11:00 AM–12:30 PM at CCS Central Office.
Stop by to learn more about substitute teacher and paraprofessional opportunities with Calhoun City Schools!
Ready to apply? Visit https://www.mykelly.com/
#BeThere for our students.

Jacket Fest is back!
Make plans to #BeThere next Friday, Sept. 25, for the 4th Annual CHS CTAE Jacket Fest! Bring the whole family and enjoy games, inflatables, a petting zoo, food + plenty of fun for all ages. Come out, have some fun, and support our CHS Career Technical Student Organizations!
📍 CHS Track Parking Lot | 5:00–8:00 PM
Register for the kickball tournament here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScagM4bme3rY7ONto7FeMHXQ8EJ1z81Go0xJHVE8TDef4agCA/viewform
Make plans to #BeThere next Friday, Sept. 25, for the 4th Annual CHS CTAE Jacket Fest! Bring the whole family and enjoy games, inflatables, a petting zoo, food + plenty of fun for all ages. Come out, have some fun, and support our CHS Career Technical Student Organizations!
📍 CHS Track Parking Lot | 5:00–8:00 PM
Register for the kickball tournament here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScagM4bme3rY7ONto7FeMHXQ8EJ1z81Go0xJHVE8TDef4agCA/viewform

Reminder: Next Friday, Sept. 18, is a Virtual Learning Day! Need childcare? CCE’s Jacket Jamboree is available for Pre-K–6th grade students. Learn more & register: https://www.calhounschools.org/o/calhoun/page/jacket-jamboree-summer-school-closures

Today and always, we honor the lives lost and the heroes of September 11, 2001.
United in remembrance. 🇺🇸
United in remembrance. 🇺🇸

Reminder for next Friday! September 18 is a Virtual Learning Day for CCS students. No in-person school. Students will complete assignments from home.

🎓 JUNIORS & SENIORS | The Peach State Tour is coming to Calhoun High School TOMORROW!
Students and families are invited to connect directly with admissions representatives from the University of Georgia, Georgia Tech, Augusta University, and Georgia State University.
📅 Thursday, September 10
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Calhoun Performing Arts Center
🎟️ FREE to attend
Space is limited, so register today to secure your spot! Scan the QR code or register here: https://apply.uga.edu/register/?id=d52b3374-102e-47b0-af83-d7cf95e9da91
#BeThere
Students and families are invited to connect directly with admissions representatives from the University of Georgia, Georgia Tech, Augusta University, and Georgia State University.
📅 Thursday, September 10
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Calhoun Performing Arts Center
🎟️ FREE to attend
Space is limited, so register today to secure your spot! Scan the QR code or register here: https://apply.uga.edu/register/?id=d52b3374-102e-47b0-af83-d7cf95e9da91
#BeThere

This week’s meals!
View the full menu: https://www.schoolcafe.com/
*Menus are subject to change based on food availability.
View the full menu: https://www.schoolcafe.com/
*Menus are subject to change based on food availability.

