NDIA First Coast Chapter
Scholarship Applications Open Now!
Event: February 24, 2026
Application deadline EXTENDED: February 5, 2026
Click HERE to apply
Are you ready to take your education to the next level? We believe in empowering bright minds with the opportunity to excel.
Financial support
Partial scholarships available
Open to high school and college students
Why apply?
Reduce your financial burden
Gain recognition for your achievements
More information at https://ndiafirstcoast.org
Contact Amanda Newcome at amanda.newcome@androsysinc.com
CELEBRATING SCHOOL COUNSELORS — Team Duval is proud to recognize National School Counseling Week and the incredible impact our more than 240 school counselors make every single day. They advocate for students, help them navigate their academic journeys, and guide them toward their goals. Our success as an A-rated district with a 97.6% graduation rate would not be possible without these dedicated professionals. As part of this special week, dozens of counselors gathered at the Schultz Center for their annual conference, focused on building student “superpowers” like grit and resilience – perfectly aligned with the national theme of helping students thrive and preparing them for college, career, and life. Their commitment to growing their own “superpowers” directly fuels student success across Team Duval. Join us in thanking our outstanding school counselors for the lasting difference they make in our schools and community!
ACHS Weekly Agenda: February 2, 2026 to February 3, 2026
Monday, 2/2: Key club meeting, SHS meeting, 5000 roles models meeting, Boys LAX conditioning
Tuesday 2/3: Jr. vs Sr. volleyball meeting, Boys LAX conditioning
Wednesday 2/4: 5000 roles models meeting, Boys LAX conditioning, Girls basketball at Creekside
Thursday 2/5: FAFSA lab day, Boys LAX conditioning, Wrestling at First Coast
Friday 2/6: Boys LAX conditioning
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
The Atlantic Coast High School Choral Department is hosting their 2nd Annual Sweetheart Showcase Thursday, February 12th at 7:00 p.m. in the courtyard. Join us for an evening of solos, duets, trios, quartets, and a full dessert bar! Tickets are $10 and can be purchased on GoFan.co starting Monday, February 9th.
ACHS Weekly Agenda: January 26, 2026 to January 30, 2026
Monday, 1/26: Teacher superlative voting open, Mindwell meeting
Tuesday 1/27: Envirothon meeting, Boys Basketball vs Oakleaf at home, Dave and Busters spirit night
Wednesday 1/28: Senior breakfast, Senior panoramic, Senior superlatives voting open
Thursday 1/29: Motorsports club meeting
Friday 1/30: Senior photo roadshow/seniors last chance for yearbook photo
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
PERT Testing Information
Please read all the information below before signing up.
Next Test Date: Wednesday, February 18
Start Time: 2:00 p.m.
Deadline to Sign up: Thursday, February 12
Who Can Take the PERT?
PERT is not a graduation requirement. However, it is one of several ways you can qualify for Senior Leave and Dual Enrollment opportunities.
You must be a junior or senior.
You must have already earned passing scores for reading and math tests required for graduation.
If you are a sophomore trying to qualify for dual enrollment, you may take the PERT if you have passed your math test for graduation and have a cumulative unweighted GPA of at least 3.0.
Test Day Information:
Notification:
On the Friday before test day, you will receive an email to your student email account confirming your test registration.
On test day, you will receive a testing notification during your 1A or 4B class giving you your test location.
Be on Time: Testing begins promptly at 2:00 p.m. Late arrivals will not be admitted.
Testing Duration: You have the entire afternoon to complete any part of the test, but you must finish by 5:00 p.m.
Transportation: Ensure you have reliable transportation arranged.
What to Bring: Bring a fully charged, school-issued laptop and a pencil. You will receive scratch paper from the test proctor.
Cell Phones: All cell phones must be turned off and stored away during testing. Any use of a cell phone will result in your test being invalidated, and you will not be eligible to retake the PERT this school year.
No Hoodies: For test security, you are not permitted to wear a hoodie during testing. Make sure you are in dress code under your hoodie on Test Day.
No Show Fee: If you sign up to take PERT, you must show up. Failure to email Ms. Hozey by Tuesday, February 17 at 10 a.m. to cancel your PERT Registration will result in your student account being charged $20.
Other Ways to Qualify for Dual Enrollment:
SAT
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing – 490
Math – 420
ACT
Average of Reading and English – 18
Math – 16
CLT
Sum of Verbal Reasoning and Grammar/Writing – 39
Quantitative Reasoning – 14
2025-2026 PERT Test Dates:
September 24
October 29
November 19
February 25
March 25
April 29
Sign up for the February 18 PERT.
Access the PERT study guide.
January 2026 Scholarship Updates
American Muslim Alliance (Ask Ms. Stewart for application)
Bold.org (Scholarship search)
Cirkled In (Scholarship search)
CollegeBoard Opportunity Scholarships
CollegeBoard Scholarship Search Engine
Equitable Excellence Scholarship® Program - Scholarship America
The Florida Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (FBC-LEO)
Get Schooled (Scholarship search engine)
Good Call (College & University Scholarship Database)
International Scholarships & Financial Aid (international scholarships and grants)
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Scholarship
National Naval Officers Association
Niche (Find college scholarships)
Peterson's (Scholarships and grants)
Raise.Me (Earn micro-scholarships to colleges for achievements in high school)
Regions Riding Forward Scholarship
ScholarMe (Paying for college made easy)
The Scholarship Page (Find scholarships for free)
Unigo (Over 3.6 million scholarships and grants)
SDFM Scholarship
ACHS Weekly Agenda: January 19, 2026 to January 23, 2026
Monday, 1/19: No School, track conditioning
Tuesday 1/20: Musical theater auditions, Envirothon meeting, Softball tryouts, Boys LAX tryouts, PTSA and SAC meeting
Wednesday 1/21: Club picture day, Winter sports team pictures, Boys LAX tryouts, 5000 role models meeting, Best buddies meeting, Beaches go green meeting, Track conditioning, Senior parent meeting at 6:30pm
Thursday 1/22: Senior picture last chance, NEHS meeting and inductions, Track conditioning, Girls soccer vs Flagler Palm Coast at Home
Friday 1/23: No events! Have a good day!
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
There is a senior parent meeting on Wednesday, January 21st, at 6:30pm in the ACHS auditorium. Attendance by at least one parent/guardian will earn a senior an additional ticket to graduation. We look forward to seeing you all there!
Atlantic Coast High School FAFSA Lab Day
February 5th
9am - 11am
Media Center
Students should check their DCPS student email to sign up or click HERE.
Parents are invited to attend!
Students attending the lab must visit www.fafsa.gov to create your student ID before the lab.
Items needed for your appointment: social security card
ACHS Weekly Agenda: January 11, 2026 to January 16, 2026
Monday, 1/12: Key club meeting, Track conditioning, LAX conditioning, Boys soccer vs Bartram Train at home, Girls Basketball vs. Sandalwood at home
Tuesday 1/13: Shut Down Day for PM2 Testing, LAX conditioning
Wednesday 1/14: Tennis tryouts, Track conditioning, LAX conditioning, SNHS induction ceremony at 6pm in AUD
Thursday 1/15: LAX conditioning, Tennis tryouts
Friday 1/16: FCA meeting, Track conditioning, LAX conditioning
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
Be Safe. Be Seen. Awareness Week January 12th-16th.
Monday 1/12: Bright & Bold. Wear your brightest neon, reflective, or bold-colored clothing.
Tuesday 1/13: Crazy Socks & Shoes. Wear your wildest socks or most unique shoes.
Wednesday 1/14: Shine & Sparkle. Wear something shiny, sparkly, or reflective.
Thursday 1/15: Twin. Dress alike with a twin!
Friday 1/16: Jersey. Wear your favorite team or school jersey.
Delta Youth Tank Business Pitch Competition
Are you an aspiring or current female entrepreneur?
Attend a middle school, high school, or college/university (ages 18-22) in Duval or Nassau county?
Have a business idea or an existing business?
Apply today and compete for cash prizes to help turn your ideas into reality!
Apply HERE
Application window: 12-1-2026 to 1-31-2026
*Must meet all eligibility requirements to participate. Event contingent upon meeting the required minimum number of participants. Competition may be modified or cancelled if minimum not met.
For questions, please contact: dstjaxeconomicdevelopment@gmail.com
Winners take home the cash! Cash prizes ranging from $250-$1000.
Three round process:
Round 1: application due by 1-31-2026
Round 2: Semi-finalists submit video pitch by 2-21-2026
Round 3: Finalists advance to in-person pitch competition
Sponsored by the Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Sorority, Inc.
Scholarship Fair Jacksonville
Saturday, January 17th 10am-2pm
Jessie Ball DuPont Center. 40 E. Adams Street. Jacksonville, FL. 32202
Students are encouraged to bring:
Unofficial high school transcripts
ACT/SAT scores
Resumes
Some colleges and universities will be awarding admission and scholarships on the spot to eligible students.
Register HERE
Hosted by 100 Black Men of Jacksonville, Inc. in partnership with the Infinite Scholars Program.
Empowering Future Leaders Through Education Scholarship Program
Application Deadline: February 14, 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.
If you would like your senior to be included in the 2025–2026 yearbook but have not yet taken a yearbook photo, this is the final opportunity.
Senior Yearbook On Campus Picture Day: January 30
Sign up with Ms. Lakatos in Room 213
Cost: $10
Payment options: cash, a QR code payment with Cady the day of the photo, or is may be added to senior debt
This session is for the yearbook photo only. Please note that seniors who do not take a yearbook picture will not be pictured in the yearbook.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Ms. Lakatos. Thank you!
SAT/ACT Prep
Open to 10th-12th graders
This is an open call for students needing assistance in preparation for SAT and ACT testing.
January 10th - February 28th (Saturdays) from 9am to 11:30am
Sign Up HERE.
ACHS Weekly Agenda: December 15, 2025 to December 19, 2025
Monday, 12/15: MindWell club meeting, Boys soccer vs Englewood at Home
Tuesday 12/16: Envirothon meeting, NAHS meeting, Boys basketball vs Baldwin at Home
Wednesday 12/17: WWW Tree Clean Up deadline, Sisterhood meeting, Track interest meeting, Boys soccer vs Wolfson at Home
Thursday 12/18: Motosports club meeting, Softball conditioning, Girls basketball at Fletcher
Friday 12/19: Last day of quarter 2!
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
Senior Breakfast 2026
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Cost: $10.50
Purchase tickets on dcps.schoolcashonline.com until January 20th. Members of the senior bundle already have a ticket to the breakfast and do not need to purchase one.
Only students with tickets will be allowed to attend.
December 2025 Scholarship Updates
American Muslim Alliance (Ask Ms. Stewart for application)
Bold.org (Scholarship search)
Cirkled In (Scholarship search)
CollegeBoard Opportunity Scholarships
CollegeBoard Scholarship Search Engine
Equitable Excellence Scholarship® Program - Scholarship America
Get Schooled (Scholarship search engine)
Good Call (College & University Scholarship Database)
International Scholarships & Financial Aid (international scholarships and grants)
National Naval Officers Association
Niche (Find college scholarships)
Peterson's (Scholarships and grants)
Raise.Me (Earn micro-scholarships to colleges for achievements in high school)
Regions Riding Forward Scholarship
ScholarMe (Paying for college made easy)
The Scholarship Page (Find scholarships for free)
Unigo (Over 3.6 million scholarships and grants)
SDFM Scholarship
