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.
Elected Student Speaker – Class of 2026
Each year, the senior class elects a student speaker to give a speech at Senior Celebration on May 26th. If you are interested in having your name placed on the ballot, please review the information below and complete the Microsoft Form linked at the bottom of this post.
Eligibility Requirements:
Minimum 2.5 GPA
No disciplinary issues
No more than 10 tardies
No more than 8 absences
Speech Requirements:
Speeches are limited to 2 minutes
Must be school appropriate
Must be absent of political agendas
Final draft of speech is due no later than Tuesday, May 19th
Timeline:
Deadline to submit your name: Sunday, April 12th (11:59pm)
Senior voting: April 14th – April 16th
Winner announced: Friday, April 17th
If you would like to have your name included for consideration, please complete the Microsoft Form HERE.
Atlantic Coast High School, in partnership with ACHS PTSA and The Society, is proud to sponsor Project 35 – Stingray Global Connection with the Ghana Wisdom Academy, a global community service initiative. This project supports students in Ghana by helping provide student desks and other essential school needs.
We are inviting all Stingray students and families to participate. Donations of any amount are appreciated, and students can earn community service hours for their contributions to this project.
For our senior families, this project also provides an opportunity for seniors to earn additional graduation tickets:
$10 donation = 1 additional graduation ticket
$35 donation = 2 additional graduation tickets
Two is the maximum number of additional tickets that can be earned through Project 35.
Donations will be accepted through May 15, 2026 and can be made HERE.
Project 35 is more than a fundraiser, it is an opportunity for our students to make a real difference in a global community while demonstrating service, leadership, and compassion.
Thank you for supporting Stingray students and helping us make a positive impact beyond our campus.
Monday, 3/30: No events today! Have a great day!
Tuesday 3/31: Track meet, Last day to submit prom court applications (seniors)
Wednesday 4/1: Testing Shut Down Day: 9th/10th graders = BEST Writing; 11th/non-concordant seniors = FREE SAT
Thursday 4/2: Prom permission slips due! Teacher vs student basketball game (tickets on GoFan), Track meet at Bolles, Multicultural show at 6pm in AUD, Boys LAX senior night vs Sandalwood at home
Friday 4/3: No School!
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
Celebrate your senior and show your Stingray pride with a Class of 2026 yard sign! Yard signs are now available for purchase online.
Order here: yardsignwizards.com/acs
When ordering, families can choose to have the yard sign shipped directly to their home or delivered to the school for pickup. If you choose school delivery, more information about pickup will be shared once the signs arrive.
Let’s celebrate the Class of 2026! Get your yard sign ordered today!
Student vs Teacher Basketball Game
April 2nd, 12:30pm
Tickets are available on GoFan for $5. Only 900 are available so buy one before they sell out!
Tickets will be handed out on April 2nd, the day of the game.
REGISTER FOR A BUS TODAY - Bus registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. All students who plan to ride a school bus next year must be registered in advance, including students enrolled in self-contained ESE programs. Families are encouraged to register as early as possible to help ensure a smooth start to the school year. Registration forms are available in Focus. For step-by-step instructions on how to complete the process, visit: www.duvalschools.org/busregistration
Monday, 3/23: No School, teacher planning day
Tuesday 3/24: PTSA Meeting, SAC Meeting
Wednesday 3/25: Boys LAX at Stanton
Thursday 3/26: No events today! Have a great day!
Friday 3/27: Mr. and Ms. AC Pageant in auditorium
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences Pathway into Healthcare Careers Program
Admissions:
Application dates: March 1 - May 1
Program Dates: July 23-25, 2026
Full attendance is required on all 3 days. If this time commitment is not possible, please consider applying in the future.
Contact: Katherine Gil-Redondo
Program Description: The Pathways into Healthcare Careers (PiHC) program is an opportunity for high school and college students in the Jacksonville region (Duval County) to get immersed into the many different fields of healthcare outside of a doctor or researcher. The program also highlights the educational pathways and career ladders across the featured programs. Careers highlighted during PiHC are ones that are offered through Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences.
What to Expect:
Gain hands-on exposure to a wide range of allied healthcare careers
Network and engage with Mayo Clinic faculty, staff, and students
Breakfast, lunch and snacks for each day
Interactive scenarios in the simulation center
Program Details:
3 day program
Location: Jacksonville Campus
Prerequisites: Who should apply?
Rising juniors and seniors in high school or undergraduate students in the current academic year.
The ideal candidate is someone interested in exploring healthcare careers and opportunities beyond becoming a physician or scientist.
The program welcomes applicants from across the Duval County (Jacksonville, Florida) region. Students from historically underrepresented communities—including future first-generation college students and those receiving free or reduced-price school meals—are warmly welcomed and especially encouraged to apply.
For more information on our Pathways into Healthcare Careers, please visit out website.
Class of 2026 seniors can purchase a Senior Class T-Shirt for just $5 this week!
📍 Location: Room 213 (Ms. Lakatos’s room)
📅 When: During all lunches (contact Ms. Lakatos via email to schedule a time if you don't have a lunch)
💲 Cost: $5
These shirts are being sold through Boosters, and once they’re gone, they’re gone! Be sure to stop by and grab yours while supplies last!
Show your Stingray pride and represent the Class of 2026! 🧡🖤
ACHS Weekly Agenda: March 9, 2026 to March 13, 2026
SENIOR WEEK!
Monday, 3/9: Theme for seniors: anything but a backpack; Key Club meeting, Mindwell meeting, Baseball at West Nassau, Flag Football vs Englewood at home
Tuesday 3/10: Theme for seniors: human yearbook; SNHS meeting, Softball at Baldwin, Flag Football at Baker County, Girls Tennis vs Paxon at home, Boys Tennis at Paxon, Boys LAX vs Eastside at home
Wednesday 3/11: Theme for seniors: bring your favorite stuffed animal; Baseball at Jumbo Shrimp
Thursday 3/12: Theme for seniors: throwback (2016); Softball at Creekside, Boys Tennis vs Riverside at home, Girls Tennis at Riverside, Best Buddies Friendship Ball
Friday 3/13: Theme for seniors: senior shirts; Ignite, Baseball vs Fletcher at home, Flag Football at Creekside
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
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.
Now accepting applications for the Orsborn Foundation Scholarship 2026.
The opportunity is open to all Duval and Clay county graduating high school seniors.
Deadline to submit applications is April 5th at 11:59pm.
For help and/or questions contact info@orsbornfoundation.org
Click HERE to apply!
At the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (#FCHCC), we support students who are working hard to build their future through education. The Achieving the Dream Scholarship provides financial support and community recognition for outstanding students in Northeast Florida.
Applications are now open for the Achieving the Dream (ATD) Scholarships, and this year’s theme says it best: Where Dreams Become Degrees.
👥 Who can apply: Hispanic high school seniors and college students in Northeast Florida.
⏳ Deadline: April 24
💻 Where to apply: fchcc.com
If you’re ready to take the next step toward your goals, this is your moment.
Register Now!
Learn more at FCHCC.com
Monday, 3/2: SHS Meeting, Softball at West Nassau, Flag football vs Wolfson at home
Tuesday 3/3: Softball vs Mandarin at home, Baseball at Bishop Kenny, Boys Tennis vs Parker at home, Boys LAX vs St. Joseph at home, Track meet at Mandarin
Wednesday 3/4: No events, have a great day!
Thursday 3/5: NAHS meeting, Softball vs Middleburg at home, Baseball vs Paxon at home, Flag Football at Riverside, Boys Tennis vs Stanton at home, Boys LAX vs Mandarin at home
Friday 3/6: Track meet at Bolles
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, March 25
Start Time: 2:00 p.m.
Deadline to Sign up: Thursday, March 12
PLEASE NOTE: Only the first 150 students to sign up will be allowed to take the PERT on March 25. On March 13, you will be notified via your student email address if you are testing. If you are not one of the first 150, you will be put on a wait-list and notified if a spot becomes available.
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, March 24, 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 March 25 PERT.
Access the PERT study guide.
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
