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!
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.
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
After School Tutoring!
Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:30pm to 4:30pm in ACHS Media Center
Tutoring provided for all core content areas. Come work with teachers in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
Tutoring starts today, December 9, 2025 and runs through Quarter 3.
Stingray Nation Class of 2026!
ICYMI: Tickets for Grad Bash 2026 at Universal Studios Orlando are officially on sale.
This year’s trip will take place on Thursday, April 30th, and includes admission to both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, plus charter bus transportation to and from the event. Seniors will enjoy exclusive access to the parks and rides from 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM during this special, private celebration. Please note: We do not stay overnight. We return to campus immediately after the event ends.
Cost & Payment Options
Total cost: $240
Ticket sales open until: February 1st
Payment plan available through December:
Pay $120 now
Pay the remaining $120 by February 1st
Important Information
This is a SENIORS-ONLY event. Tickets must be purchased through Atlantic Coast High School.
Students must be clear as a senior to attend. If you are unsure of your status, please check with Ms. Norris or Mrs. Prier.
Permission slips and full event details will be distributed in early February, after ticket sales close.
There are 250 tickets available, and they WILL sell out so don’t wait!
Let’s make Grad Bash 2026 a night to remember!
ACHS Weekly Agenda: December 8, 2025 to December 12, 2025
Monday, 12/8: WWW Theme-FLORIDA!, Instant Decision Day, Boys Soccer vs Riverside at Home
Tuesday 12/9: WWW Theme-COLORADO!, SNHS Meeting, Envirothon Meeting, Boys Basketball at First Coast, Girls Basketball vs Sandalwood at Home, Girls Soccer at Mandarin
Wednesday 12/10: WWW Theme-NEW YORK!, Girls & Boys Lacrosse Interest Meeting in room 311, Sisterhood Meeting, Boys Soccer vs Ponte Vedra at Home
Thursday 12/11: WWW Theme-VERMONT! NHS Meeting, Performing Arts Holiday Concert, Softball Conditioning at 2:30, Girls Soccer at Bolles, Girls Basketball vs Jackson at Home
Friday 12/12: WWW Theme-NORTH POLE!, Powderpuff, Boys Soccer vs Sandalwood at Home, Girls Soccer at Timber Creek
REMEMBER: Wear your IDs, No phones allowed, Follow dress code, Bring your laptops daily, Be on time!
Support ACHS PTSA at Panera – December 13!
Mark your calendars, Stingrays! Atlantic Coast High School PTSA is hosting a fundraiser at Panera Bread in the St. Johns Town Center on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Participating is easy!
Use code FUND4U when you order:
In the Panera App
Or at the in-café kiosk
Panera will generously donate 30% of your purchase back to the ACHS PTSA to support student activities, events, and enrichment opportunities.
Enjoy a great meal while supporting Stingray Nation. Thank you for helping make a difference.
Winter Wonder Week 2025: Road Trip!
Monday 12/8: Florida! Wear sandals, leis, tropical attire
Tuesday 12/9: Colorado! Wear ski gear, flannels, beanies
Wednesday 12/10: New York! Dress like Christmas characters (elves, Santa, reindeer, etc.)
Thursday 12/11: Vermont! Wear cozy Christmas pjs
Friday 12/12: North Pole! Wear white to support juniors or black to support seniors at the Powderpuff game
Powderpuff Game!
Friday, December 12th.
Tickets are $4 on GoFan.
First 1000 students only.
Atlantic Coast High School is proud to announce that the Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena.
Additional details (including information about graduation rehearsal, arrival times, parking, and other logistics) will be released during the second semester. Seniors and their families are encouraged to check the Senior Update page on the ACHS website frequently, as new information will be added as it becomes available.
As of now, seniors can find details about ticket distribution, dress code expectations, and several upcoming senior events. This includes the Senior Breakfast and the Grad Bash trip to Universal Studios Orlando, both of which are highlighted on the Senior Update page.
Atlantic Coast High School looks forward to celebrating the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 and making this year’s ceremony a memorable and meaningful experience for all. Stay tuned for more updates!
