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Graduation ceremonies for East Jackson Comprehensive High School

By on May 23, 2013

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The Class of 2013 of East Jackson Comprehensive High School graduated on May 22. See scenes captured by Katie Griffin.

Graduation 2013 East Jackson Comprehensive High School

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Scenes from Jefferson High School graduation 2013

By on May 23, 2013

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Graduation ceremonies were held May 17 for the Jefferson High School Class of 2013. See scenes captured by LeAnne Akin.

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Bagpiper Henry Frantz led the processional. [img src=http://clickthepaper2.com/wp-content/flagallery/graduation-2013-jefferson-high-school/thumbs/thumbs_dscf6271.gif]10
The Jefferson High School band performed. [img src=http://clickthepaper2.com/wp-content/flagallery/graduation-2013-jefferson-high-school/thumbs/thumbs_dscf6272.gif]10
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Matthew Roy Deremer provided the welcome to the commencement exercises. [img src=http://clickthepaper2.com/wp-content/flagallery/graduation-2013-jefferson-high-school/thumbs/thumbs_dscf6290.gif]10
Salutatorian Jacob Kevin Page laid claim to the J as representing him as he teased Valedictorian Juliann Unhae Watson about speaking before her. Page acknowledged "his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for blessing me so much." [img src=http://clickthepaper2.com/wp-content/flagallery/graduation-2013-jefferson-high-school/thumbs/thumbs_dscf6294.gif]20
Valedictorian Juliann Watson said her Korean mother brought the tradition of revering and acknowledging the role of teachers in the lives of their children rather than bringing complaints. Others said her mother's culinary accolades and support made Juliann popular with teachers who enjoyed the food her mother would bring. She also acknowledged her mother's insistence that she "beat everyone in the class ranking" which she did, and thanked her parents for their support. She also acknowledged Jesus Christ as her Savior, saying he allowed her to "reach this level of success." [img src=http://clickthepaper2.com/wp-content/flagallery/graduation-2013-jefferson-high-school/thumbs/thumbs_dscf6296.gif]20
Maj. Bryan Watson listened as his daughter gave her valedictory address. [img src=http://clickthepaper2.com/wp-content/flagallery/graduation-2013-jefferson-high-school/thumbs/thumbs_dscf6297.gif]10
Jefferson Board of Education Chairman Ronnie Hopkins said it was an honor and a privilege to celebrate at the 68th commencement service of Jefferson High School. It marks the 195th if you add in predecessor and other named schools such as Martin Institute. He acknowledged four retiring faculty members whose experience totals 120 years. [img src=http://clickthepaper2.com/wp-content/flagallery/graduation-2013-jefferson-high-school/thumbs/thumbs_dscf6299.gif]10
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Catherine Lee Simmons received her diploma as the historic event was being shared via computer to a family member. [img src=http://clickthepaper2.com/wp-content/flagallery/graduation-2013-jefferson-high-school/thumbs/thumbs_dscf6335.gif]10
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Jefferson Police Officer Fred Wilson was among those helping with traffic control and security.
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Gwinnett schools will graduate 10,556 seniors – the largest class ever

By on May 22, 2013

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By KATIE JUSTICE, kjustice@clickthepaper.com

Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) is undeniably the largest school system in the state of Georgia. However, the school system is reaching a new milestone with its 2013 graduating class.

The GCPS Class of 2013 consists of 10,556 high school seniors, the largest group to ever turn their tassels for the school system. Mill Creek High School will have 782 students receive their dimploma Thursday, May 23, which is the second-largest graduating class in the county. MCCHS is only passed by Brookwood in the number of graduates, 810, in 2013.

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Green resigns as Jackson County school superintendent

By on May 16, 2013

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Although advertised as a tribunal on a student matter, the Jackson County Board of Education’s Wednesday evening meeting instead brought the resignation of Dr. John Green after a brief closing session to discuss personnel.

Members of the central office staff were in a luncheon meeting on Thursday and unavailable for comment.

Board member Michael Cronic’s motion to accept Green’s resignation was unanimously approved without discussion.

In his letter of resignation effective Thursday, Green offered to assist the system through June 30 and then continue his retirement.

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Farm to School movement growing among Jackson County schools

By on May 10, 2013

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Local farmers Todd McCain and Cass Fraunfelder discuss what they feel their roles will be in providing fresh fruits and vegetables to local schools.

Local farmers Todd McCain and Cass Fraunfelder discuss what they feel their roles will be in providing fresh fruits and vegetables to local schools.

By KATIE JUSTICE

kjustice@clickthepaper.com

Despite rivalries and competition, all three Jackson County school districts have found something they agree on.

Jackson County, Jefferson City and Commerce City School Systems are working together to bring fresh and healthy local produce into their school cafeterias.

The directors of school nutrition from each system, representatives from Georgia Organics and local farmers met Monday to discuss the Farm to School Program.

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