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!
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!
This is the last week to sign up for the PERT which will be given on February 18.
Please read all the following information carefully, and then click the sign-up link at the bottom.
PERT Testing Information
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.
One Smart Cookie Honor Roll Celebration!
This Friday, February 6, 2026
Students will receive their tickets Thursday, February 5th, during 5th block.
Cookies provided by Catered Carts - Fun Foods
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
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!
