Prom tickets are now on sale through School Cash Online for $85. Prom will be held at Deerwood Castle, 7601 Centurion Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32256 on April 11th from 6:30pm to 10:00pm.
The theme is Royal Masquerade!
Students received a copy of the Prom Permission Slip during their English classes. In order to attend prom, students must submit a completed and signed permission slip to Room 212. Click HERE to download and print a copy of the prom permission slip and outside guest form.
If a student plans to bring an outside guest, the back of the permission slip must be completed and signed by the guest as well as a signature from the guest's current administrator. A copy of the guest’s student ID or driver’s license must also be attached. Guest forms must be submitted to Mrs. Leon-Williams in Room 212 and approved before guest tickets can be purchased on School Cash Online.
All permission slips are due to Mrs. Leon-Williams in Room 212 no later than April 2nd.
Teen Leaders of America Summer Leadership Program
Keeping Teens Busy
June 8th - July 17th
Locations: Andrew Jackson High School and Sandalwood High School
Scholarships are available for all Duval County students
For more information and to register go to www.teenleadersofamerica.com
Our program will include the following activities:
College and Career Exploration
College Tours
SAT/ACT Preparation
Mental Health Workshops (in partnership with the Youth Crisis Center)
Alcohol & Drug Education
Educational and Enrichment Field Trips
Custom Design: T-shirts, Caps, Hoodies, Sports Headbands, and more
Monogramming: Creating Logos using Computerized Software and Embroidery Machines
DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Popular Projects
Fashion & Makeup Workshops – Including Upcycled Clothing
Vision Board Creation
Culinary Arts: Cooking, Table Etiquette, and Designing Treats
Film and Content Creation
Podcasting & Journalism
Weekly On-Site Swimming (possible swim lessons included)
Entrepreneurship Workshops
Opportunity to Earn Up to 60+ Hours of Volunteer Service
Hello Stingray Nation!
Prom tickets are now on sale through School Cash Online for $85. Prom will be held at Deerwood Castle, 7601 Centurion Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32256 on April 11th from 6:30pm to 10:00pm.
Today, students received a copy of the Prom Permission Slip during their English classes. In order to attend prom, students must submit a completed and signed permission slip to Room 212.
If a student plans to bring an outside guest, the back of the permission slip must be completed and signed by the guest as well as a signature from the guest's current administrator. A copy of the guest’s student ID or driver’s license must also be attached. Guest forms must be submitted to Mrs. Leon-Williams in Room 212 and approved before guest tickets can be purchased on School Cash Online.
All permission slips are due to Mrs. Leon-Williams in Room 212 no later than April 2nd.
Be sure to watch this Friday's episode of The Morning Rays to find out this year's prom theme! ✨
Click HERE to download and print a copy of the prom permission slip and outside guest form.
Register To Vote!
Duval County Supervisor of Elections Student Voter Registration Competition
Register at your school!
Our office will be visiting on Tuesday, February 24th.
To register to vote, you will need: Your Florida Driver's License number -or- Identification Card number -or- the last four digits of your Social Security Number.
You can pre-register to vote is you are at least 16 and meet all other eligibility requirements.
For more information, visit duvalelections.gov
Once Upon A Prom
Join us Saturday, March 7th
Dillard's Juniors Dress Department starting at 1pm
Cosmetic demonstrations, photo station, music, and be the first to book your personal makeup appointment for your prom night.
PLUS receive a Prom Must-Have Essentials Swag Bag* with any regular price Junior's Social Occasion dress purchase of $109 or more which includes:
YSL Loveshine Deluxe
Lancome Flutter Mascara
Clinique Glow Serum
Phone Suction Mount
and more!
*quantities limited, while supplies last
ACHS Weekly Agenda: February 23, 2026 to February 27, 2026
Monday, 2/23: Mindwell meeting
Tuesday 2/24: Baseball vs St. Augustine at home, Softball vs Fletcher at home, Boys LAX at Sandalwood
Wednesday 2/25: Spring sports pictures, Track at Sandalwood
Thursday 2/26: Softball vs Oakleaf at home, Boys LAX at Riverside
Friday 2/27: Track at Providence, Baseball vs Baldwin at home
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
February 2025 Scholarship Updates
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Scholarship (Ask Ms. Stewart for application)
American Muslim Alliance (Ask Ms. Stewart for application)
Bold.org (Scholarship search)
Cirkled In (Scholarship search)
Equitable Excellence Scholarship® Program - Scholarship America
Get Schooled (Scholarship search engine)
International Scholarships & Financial Aid (international scholarships and grants for students studying abroad)
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Scholarship (Ask Ms. Stewart for application)
Niche (Find college scholarships)
Peterson's (Scholarships and grants)
Raise.Me (Earn micro-scholarships to colleges for achievements in high school)
The Scholarship Page (Find scholarships for free)
Unigo (Over 3.6 million scholarships and grants)
Seeds of Fortune Innovation Career& Venture Fellowship
The Innovation Career & Venture Fellowship is a 10 month hands on experience where high school juniors explore college and careers in healthcare, law, entrepreneurship, or sustainability, while developing and pitching their own innovative business solutions to Fortune 500 companies to impact their communities.
What's Involved?
Pitch live presentations at corporation headquarters in NYC or Miami
College prep, gain confidence, real-world experience and professional exposure
Finalists compete for up to $3,000 in awards, prizes and seed funding
All expenses paid trip to Miami for select finalist
Eligibility and Program Dates
Currently a high school junior (Class of 2027)
Household income of $125,000 or less
Attend a public/parochial school
Interest in healthcare, law, business/finance, or entrepreneurship
Corporate Partners
The Grant Cardone Foundation
Dentons
BMO
Mount Sinai Hospital
Questions? Contact Us:
Seeds of Fortune HBCU Night
Date: 2/24/2026
Time: 6-8pm
Location: Zoom
Connect with HBCUs and top universities. Tips and tricks for college/scholarship applications. Upcoming opportunities for high school students.
Featuring: Xavier University of Louisiana.
Register Today! Click HERE.
Brave Summit 2026
Wednesday, March 25th | 3pm - 7pm | St. Augustine Amphitheater
Click HERE to register.
All 9th - 12th graders are invited!
Live music and DJ! Free food and giveaways!
The BRAVE Summit provides attendees a safe place to talk to other high school students in the area about mental health and how to break down stigmas while normalizing conversations about mental health 365 days a year.
Empowering Future Leaders Through Education Scholarship Program
Application Deadline EXTENDED: February 28, 2026
To apply for a Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be a high school senior currently enrolled in a school located in Duval, St. Johns, or Nassau County.
Have plans to matriculate full-time at a four-year accredited college or university during the 2026-2027 academic year.
Required Documentation:
Completed and signed application
Signed waivers
Documented proof of volunteer/community service hours
Official high school transcript (should include CLT, ACT, and/or SAT scores)
Typed letters of recommendation: must be signed by submitter on the appropriate organization's letterhead
Essay
School and community activities
Leadership positions
Honors, awards, and accomplishments
Special interests
Senior portrait/headshot only (no selfies or casual body shots will be accepted)
Email Questions to: dstjaxmayweek@gmail.com
Click HERE to apply.
Attention Class of 2026!
Your official cap and gown photos are now available for viewing and purchase.
📸 View & purchase your photos here:
These portraits are a major milestone in your senior year; perfect for graduation announcements, family keepsakes, and celebrating the journey to commencement.
If you have any questions about ordering or photo packages, please reach out directly to Cady through their website.
Congratulations, seniors! Graduation is right around the corner! 🎓
The Jennison Charitable Foundation
Incredible scholarship opportunity!
Seniors with financial need in the top 20% of their class and majoring in a business field at a four-year college at eligible to apply.
Click HERE to apply.
The program will provide up to 75% of your tuition and a major feature is that it is renewable each of your four years of college if you maintain a 3.25 GPA.
¡Atención, futuros seniors de la Clase de 2027! 🎉
¡Llegó el momento de registrarse para las fotos del último año! ¡Prepárense, porque su año senior empieza ahora!”
Si se registran ahora podrían ganar premios como:
Tarjeta de Amazon de $25
Anuario (Yearbook) gratis
Artículos exclusivos para Senior
¡No se pierdan la oportunidad — registrarse toma menos de 2 minutos!
Attention Future Seniors — Class of 2027! 🎉
It’s time to sign up for your senior photos!
Sign up today for a chance to win amazing prizes, including:
$25 Amazon gift card
A FREE yearbook
Exclusive senior merchandise
Don’t miss out—the form takes less than 2 minutes to complete!
Seniors! We need your help to make graduation (May 27, 2026) and Academic Signing Day (moved to May 22, 2026) meaningful and memorable!
Please complete this important form to:
✅ Request extra graduation tickets
✅ Submit your post-secondary plans (college, career, military, apprenticeship, etc.) This information will be celebrated on Academic Signing Day (5/22/26)!
👉 Fill out the form HERE
Deadlines: Please complete the form by May 17, 2026
If you have questions or need assistance, contact Ms. Solomon at solomonr1@duvalschools.org.
Let’s finish strong and celebrate every senior’s journey!
FAMU Spring Preview Bus Tour
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Cost: $95
Sign up HERE
Your future on The Hill starts with just ONE visit! Join The Venom League as we travel to Tallahassee for an unforgettable experience!
Student ticket includes: breakfast, lunch, t-shirt, transportation, guided tours, and more!
Mandatory Parent Meeting (Virtual): Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 7pm
T-Shirt Distribution: Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:30pm
FAMU Pharmacy Building. 250 Art Museum Dr., Building 4800. Suite 100. Jacksonville, FL. 32207.
Email jrelee.scholars@gmail.com or go to www.famujax.org for more information.
ACHS Weekly Agenda: February 9, 2026 to February 13, 2026
Monday, 2/9: Softball orange vs. white at 6pm at home, Flag football scrimmage at Stanton at 6pm
Tuesday 2/10: Envirothon meeting, Girls tennis vs Englewood, Wrestling vs Beachside, Baseball vs Fernandina Beach at home
Wednesday 2/11: NAHS meeting, Beaches Go Green meeting, Girls wrestling at Westside, Softball at Oakleaf, JV Baseball vs. Yulee at home
Thursday 2/12: NHS meeting, Girls tennis vs First Coast at home, Boys tennis at First Coast, Baseball vs Nease at home, Softball at Oakleaf
Friday 2/13: Boys baseball at Trinity Christian, Flag football black vs. orange at home
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
