ACHS!
Exams and Benchmarks are next week. Please click the link for important details and the complete testing schedule. https://bit.ly/4yRn3kr
Encourage your student to be present, prepared, and ready to give their best effort. Let's get it done the AC way!
WE ARE AC!
Exams and Benchmarks are next week. Please click the link for important details and the complete testing schedule. https://bit.ly/4yRn3kr
Encourage your student to be present, prepared, and ready to give their best effort. Let's get it done the AC way!
WE ARE AC!
ACHS! Being on time and ready to learn is an important part of student success. Prompt and regular attendance protects instructional time, builds personal responsibility, and prepares our students for expectations beyond high school.
Please click link for a very important message concerning tardies: https://bit.ly/4xv78Hl
Please click link for a very important message concerning tardies: https://bit.ly/4xv78Hl
📢 Stay in the know! Here’s how to make sure you’re receiving important ASD messages.
#WeAreASD #LearnLeadEXCEL
Homecoming makes parking even more challenging for many in our AC Community. Reminder that the elderly, disabled and veterans should be the ones parking closest to the field. WE ARE AC!
A Quick Note About ASD Attendance Notifications
You may have noticed that you’re receiving attendance notifications even when your child’s absence was excused.
We want you to know why—and why we see this as a good thing!
A new Mississippi law requires schools to notify families when a student reaches three cumulative absences, whether excused or unexcused.
This notification does not mean your child’s absence was unexcused. Properly documented excused absences remain excused.
While these communications are now required by the state, we welcome the opportunity to keep our families informed about their child’s attendance. The sooner we communicate, the sooner we can work together to support our students.
More communication. More connection. More support for our students. That’s a good thing.
#WeAreASD #LearnLeadEXCEL
You may have noticed that you’re receiving attendance notifications even when your child’s absence was excused.
We want you to know why—and why we see this as a good thing!
A new Mississippi law requires schools to notify families when a student reaches three cumulative absences, whether excused or unexcused.
This notification does not mean your child’s absence was unexcused. Properly documented excused absences remain excused.
While these communications are now required by the state, we welcome the opportunity to keep our families informed about their child’s attendance. The sooner we communicate, the sooner we can work together to support our students.
More communication. More connection. More support for our students. That’s a good thing.
#WeAreASD #LearnLeadEXCEL
ACHS!
We are excited about Homecoming Week, and we want everyone to have fun and show their AC spirit! Just remember that Homecoming Week does not eliminate our school expectations.
Please choose outfits wisely. Modesty and appropriate coverage still matter. Hats will be allowed throughout the week. Student devices are still off-limits during instructional time.
Most importantly, teaching and learning are still taking place, and attendance is being taken each day. Homecoming Week is a celebration, but it is still a school week!
Thursday will feature our Color Wars, and Friday’s Homecoming Parade and Pep Rally will take place from 8:30–10:30 AM. We will return to our regular school schedule following Friday’s festivities.
Have fun, participate, show your spirit, and represent AC with CLASS!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
We are excited about Homecoming Week, and we want everyone to have fun and show their AC spirit! Just remember that Homecoming Week does not eliminate our school expectations.
Please choose outfits wisely. Modesty and appropriate coverage still matter. Hats will be allowed throughout the week. Student devices are still off-limits during instructional time.
Most importantly, teaching and learning are still taking place, and attendance is being taken each day. Homecoming Week is a celebration, but it is still a school week!
Thursday will feature our Color Wars, and Friday’s Homecoming Parade and Pep Rally will take place from 8:30–10:30 AM. We will return to our regular school schedule following Friday’s festivities.
Have fun, participate, show your spirit, and represent AC with CLASS!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
A Few AC Gym Event Reminders
As we come out to support our Bears, please help us keep our gym events safe, positive, and enjoyable for everyone.
Students in 6th grade and below should have a parent or guardian present.
Playing or running in the gym lobby and concession areas is not allowed. These areas need to remain clear and safe.
AC students should be in the student section, positively cheering for OUR team—not negatively toward the other team, players, or fans.
Bring the energy. Bring the school spirit. Represent AC with CLASS!
Cheer FOR our Bears, not AGAINST someone else.
WE ARE AC!
As we come out to support our Bears, please help us keep our gym events safe, positive, and enjoyable for everyone.
Students in 6th grade and below should have a parent or guardian present.
Playing or running in the gym lobby and concession areas is not allowed. These areas need to remain clear and safe.
AC students should be in the student section, positively cheering for OUR team—not negatively toward the other team, players, or fans.
Bring the energy. Bring the school spirit. Represent AC with CLASS!
Cheer FOR our Bears, not AGAINST someone else.
WE ARE AC!
A Few Helpful Details for Tonight’s Football Game
1️⃣ Parking:
A big THANK YOU to our Boosters, Band, and Football teams for giving up some parking near the field so our veterans, individuals with disabilities, and older fans can park closer. Please be respectful and leave these spaces for those who need them most to come support their kiddos!
2️⃣ Students & Children:
Children in 6th grade and below must be accompanied by an adult. We need our AC students to bring the energy and fill the STUDENT SECTION! Students will not be allowed to play football around the stadium or visit the visitors’ side during the game.
3️⃣ Gates open at 5:50 PM:
Meet the Bears activities are scheduled both before and during the game, so come early and help us celebrate our Bears! https://bit.ly/4y9B8Ju
Let’s pack the stands, show our AC pride, and make it a great night!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
ACHS Families, Students & Staff!
What a great way to finish another week at AC! Thank you to our students, staff, and families for continuing to show up, work hard, be kind, and help make AC a little better every day.
We continue to see growth—not because everything is perfect, but because our students and staff keep working, adjusting, and moving forward together. That’s how a strong school culture is built.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
One week from today, we’ll celebrate our students at MEET THE BEARS — FALL SPORTS! We’re looking forward to a great night of AC pride and recognizing our fall athletes. Details are coming soon!
Have a safe and enjoyable weekend!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
What a great way to finish another week at AC! Thank you to our students, staff, and families for continuing to show up, work hard, be kind, and help make AC a little better every day.
We continue to see growth—not because everything is perfect, but because our students and staff keep working, adjusting, and moving forward together. That’s how a strong school culture is built.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
One week from today, we’ll celebrate our students at MEET THE BEARS — FALL SPORTS! We’re looking forward to a great night of AC pride and recognizing our fall athletes. Details are coming soon!
Have a safe and enjoyable weekend!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
Week 3 is in the books—and what an AWESOME week at AC! Thank you to our students, staff & families for helping us get a little better every day! WE ARE AC!
Come support our JH Volleyball Bears Saturday! Proficiency Passes honored! These are fundraising games—all $$$ goes to AC Volleyball! 🏐
TWO WEEKS IN — AND WE’RE BUILDING SOMETHING GOOD AT AC!
ACHS Families,
Two weeks of school are officially in the books! We’ve learned, adjusted, worked through a few bumps, celebrated successes, and—most importantly—continued moving forward together.
A huge SHOUTOUT to our students and staff! Thank you for your patience, flexibility, hard work, and willingness to embrace some changes as we build the culture we want at ACHS.
We aren't looking for perfection. We're looking for progress. And after two weeks, we can already see it!
Keep doing the little things that make a BIG difference:
SHOW UP.
WORK HARD.
BE KIND.
MAKE AC A LITTLE BETTER EVERY DAY.
Enjoy your weekend, Bears. Rest up, recharge, and we'll see you Monday ready to keep building!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
ACHS Families,
Two weeks of school are officially in the books! We’ve learned, adjusted, worked through a few bumps, celebrated successes, and—most importantly—continued moving forward together.
A huge SHOUTOUT to our students and staff! Thank you for your patience, flexibility, hard work, and willingness to embrace some changes as we build the culture we want at ACHS.
We aren't looking for perfection. We're looking for progress. And after two weeks, we can already see it!
Keep doing the little things that make a BIG difference:
SHOW UP.
WORK HARD.
BE KIND.
MAKE AC A LITTLE BETTER EVERY DAY.
Enjoy your weekend, Bears. Rest up, recharge, and we'll see you Monday ready to keep building!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
AC Volleyball Fans!
Beginning tonight, our students will be taking back their normal spots in the stands!
Our AC Student Section has been ROCKING IT for several years, and we want them to keep bringing that energy!
Adults and families, let's support our students by simply moving a little further up or a little further over and giving them their space to cheer on our Lady Bears!
Thank you for helping us keep the atmosphere loud, positive, and full of AC pride!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
Beginning tonight, our students will be taking back their normal spots in the stands!
Our AC Student Section has been ROCKING IT for several years, and we want them to keep bringing that energy!
Adults and families, let's support our students by simply moving a little further up or a little further over and giving them their space to cheer on our Lady Bears!
Thank you for helping us keep the atmosphere loud, positive, and full of AC pride!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
ACHS Families!
What a great first full week at ACHS! A huge THANK YOU to our students and staff for showing up, working hard, being kind, and handling plenty of changes with patience and flexibility.
We’re learning, adjusting, building relationships, and getting a little better every day—and that’s what progress looks like!
Enjoy the weekend, Bears. Come back ready to keep building!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
What a great first full week at ACHS! A huge THANK YOU to our students and staff for showing up, working hard, being kind, and handling plenty of changes with patience and flexibility.
We’re learning, adjusting, building relationships, and getting a little better every day—and that’s what progress looks like!
Enjoy the weekend, Bears. Come back ready to keep building!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
School Prayer Walk this evening. ACHS will be open 5:00-8:00 for you to walk through and around.
🏈 All AC Football Families!
Don't forget the Football Booster Club Meeting tonight at 7:00 PM in the weight room.
If you have a player involved in our football program, we encourage you to attend. Your support, ideas, and involvement help make our program stronger and provide a great experience for our student-athletes.
Hope you can be there!
WE ARE AC!
Don't forget the Football Booster Club Meeting tonight at 7:00 PM in the weight room.
If you have a player involved in our football program, we encourage you to attend. Your support, ideas, and involvement help make our program stronger and provide a great experience for our student-athletes.
Hope you can be there!
WE ARE AC!
ACHS Parents & Families,
We are excited to welcome everyone back for what is sure to be a great first full week of school! As we begin the year, please take a moment to review these important reminders:
- Student Arrival: School doors open at 7:20 a.m. Please do not drop students off before this time, so we can ensure they are safely supervised and accounted for.
- Student Drivers: Any student driving to school must complete driver registration through the office. The following are required: Student Driver Registration Form, Copy of the student’s driver’s license, Copy of vehicle registration, and Proof of insurance.
- Parking Lot Procedures: Student drivers should exit their vehicles by 7:25 am or immediately upon arriving on campus if after 7:25am. Please make sure all needed items are taken into the building, as students will not be permitted to return to their vehicles during the school day or lunch unless they are leaving campus at the end of the day.
- Schedule Change Requests: Students who submitted schedule change requests will be contacted by the office only if their request is approved and will receive an updated schedule. Until then, all students should continue following their current schedule. If you have not been notified by Friday, your request was unable to be accommodated. Per Alcorn School District policy, no schedule changes will be made after this week.
- Fall Athletics: All fall athletes must complete their DragonFly registration. The MHSAA will begin compliance checks tomorrow. Students who have not completed registration will be ineligible to practice or compete until all requirements have been met.
- Student Devices: If your child has not yet received a school device, please complete the online technology form and send the $25 technology fee to school. Devices cannot be issued until both requirements have been completed.
- Grades 7-8 Screeners: Students in grades 7-8 will complete state-required reading and math screeners this week. These assessments help our teachers identify strengths and areas where additional academic support may be beneficial.
- Student Handbook: Please review the updated Alcorn School District Student Handbook on the district website. Important updates regarding dress code and cell phone expectations have also been shared through social media and previous Thrillshare messages.
- School Prayer Walk: Families are invited to join us for our School Prayer Walk on Wednesday, August 5, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Come at any time during those hours as we pray over our classrooms, hallways, buses, athletic facilities, staff, and students for a safe, successful, and Christ-centered school year.
Thank you for your continued support of Alcorn Central High School. We look forward to an outstanding year together. #weareAC
We are excited to welcome everyone back for what is sure to be a great first full week of school! As we begin the year, please take a moment to review these important reminders:
- Student Arrival: School doors open at 7:20 a.m. Please do not drop students off before this time, so we can ensure they are safely supervised and accounted for.
- Student Drivers: Any student driving to school must complete driver registration through the office. The following are required: Student Driver Registration Form, Copy of the student’s driver’s license, Copy of vehicle registration, and Proof of insurance.
- Parking Lot Procedures: Student drivers should exit their vehicles by 7:25 am or immediately upon arriving on campus if after 7:25am. Please make sure all needed items are taken into the building, as students will not be permitted to return to their vehicles during the school day or lunch unless they are leaving campus at the end of the day.
- Schedule Change Requests: Students who submitted schedule change requests will be contacted by the office only if their request is approved and will receive an updated schedule. Until then, all students should continue following their current schedule. If you have not been notified by Friday, your request was unable to be accommodated. Per Alcorn School District policy, no schedule changes will be made after this week.
- Fall Athletics: All fall athletes must complete their DragonFly registration. The MHSAA will begin compliance checks tomorrow. Students who have not completed registration will be ineligible to practice or compete until all requirements have been met.
- Student Devices: If your child has not yet received a school device, please complete the online technology form and send the $25 technology fee to school. Devices cannot be issued until both requirements have been completed.
- Grades 7-8 Screeners: Students in grades 7-8 will complete state-required reading and math screeners this week. These assessments help our teachers identify strengths and areas where additional academic support may be beneficial.
- Student Handbook: Please review the updated Alcorn School District Student Handbook on the district website. Important updates regarding dress code and cell phone expectations have also been shared through social media and previous Thrillshare messages.
- School Prayer Walk: Families are invited to join us for our School Prayer Walk on Wednesday, August 5, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Come at any time during those hours as we pray over our classrooms, hallways, buses, athletic facilities, staff, and students for a safe, successful, and Christ-centered school year.
Thank you for your continued support of Alcorn Central High School. We look forward to an outstanding year together. #weareAC
Dear AC Families,
What a great first day of school! Thank you for helping us start the year strong. Our hallways were filled with smiling faces, excitement, and energy, making for a wonderful beginning.
As expected, we made a few adjustments and worked through a few new routines. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make sure every student is in the right place and settling smoothly into the school year.
We are incredibly proud of the way our students represented Alcorn Central today. They showed kindness, respect, and resilience throughout the day, and our dedicated staff did an outstanding job welcoming everyone back with care and enthusiasm.
As we head into Day 2, we encourage students to:
* Show up
* Work hard
* Be kind
* Make our school a little better each day
Thank you for your continued support and for trusting us with your children. We are excited for all that this school year will bring and look forward to an outstanding year together.
We hope you and your family enjoy a wonderful weekend. We look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday, ready for another great week of learning and growing together.
WE ARE AC!
📣 ACHS Families,
Tomorrow is the day! We are excited to welcome our students and begin an amazing school year at ACHS!
Here are a few important reminders for the first day of school:
🚗 Morning Arrival
Please be patient during morning drop-off. The first day is always our busiest.
Buses begin unloading at 7:25 AM each day.
Student drivers who arrive before 7:25 AM are expected to park, exit their vehicles, and enter the building by 7:25 AM. Students arriving after 7:25 should enter the building immediately upon arrival.
🎓 Senior Parade
The Senior Parade will begin at approximately 8:00 AM. We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2027!
🐻 Start of the School Day
On the first day only, the 7:40 AM bell will signal all students to report to the ACHS Gym for a welcome before heading to class.
Beginning the following day, students will report directly to class at the 7:40 bell.
The daily tardy bell rings at 7:50 AM, and students are expected to be in class and ready to learn at that time.
🎓 Career Center Students
Tomorrow only: Career Center students will not attend 1st Block. They will report directly to the Career Center and follow their regular schedule for the remainder of the day.
🏫 Dismissal
School dismisses at 3:00 PM.
We know that's a lot of information, but we'll continue sharing reminders and updates throughout the year to help everyone stay informed.
Thank you for partnering with us. We can't wait to welcome our Bears tomorrow!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
Tomorrow is the day! We are excited to welcome our students and begin an amazing school year at ACHS!
Here are a few important reminders for the first day of school:
🚗 Morning Arrival
Please be patient during morning drop-off. The first day is always our busiest.
Buses begin unloading at 7:25 AM each day.
Student drivers who arrive before 7:25 AM are expected to park, exit their vehicles, and enter the building by 7:25 AM. Students arriving after 7:25 should enter the building immediately upon arrival.
🎓 Senior Parade
The Senior Parade will begin at approximately 8:00 AM. We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2027!
🐻 Start of the School Day
On the first day only, the 7:40 AM bell will signal all students to report to the ACHS Gym for a welcome before heading to class.
Beginning the following day, students will report directly to class at the 7:40 bell.
The daily tardy bell rings at 7:50 AM, and students are expected to be in class and ready to learn at that time.
🎓 Career Center Students
Tomorrow only: Career Center students will not attend 1st Block. They will report directly to the Career Center and follow their regular schedule for the remainder of the day.
🏫 Dismissal
School dismisses at 3:00 PM.
We know that's a lot of information, but we'll continue sharing reminders and updates throughout the year to help everyone stay informed.
Thank you for partnering with us. We can't wait to welcome our Bears tomorrow!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC!
Morning Drop-Off Procedures – Please Review Before the First Day of School
As we prepare to welcome students back to school, please take a moment to review our morning drop-off locations and traffic procedures. Following these guidelines will help keep traffic flowing smoothly and, most importantly, ensure the safety of all students, staff, and families.
PreK–4
Students in PreK through 4th grade will continue using the gravel entrance near the baseball field for both morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up.
- Please be aware of school bus traffic in this area.
- Follow the directions of the traffic attendant wearing the reflective safety vest at all times.
Grades 5–7
Students in Grades 5–7 will continue using the former middle school car line.
- Students should exit their vehicle and proceed up the steps into the building as they have in previous years.
- If you merge from the middle school car line into the elementary car line after dropping off, please stay to the right so other vehicles can safely exit the line.
Grades 8–12
New this year: Students in 8th grade will now be dropped off in front of the high school gym near the Bear statue, along with students in Grades 9–12.
- Please stay to the right while dropping off students to allow traffic to continue moving safely through the parking lot.
Safety Reminder
- School buses will be entering and exiting campus from approximately 7:10 a.m. until 7:50 a.m. Please use extra caution during this time and allow buses plenty of room to safely maneuver.
- Additionally, many of our students will be driving themselves to school. Please remain alert, drive slowly, and stay vigilant as you travel through campus.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we begin another great school year. By working together and following these procedures, we can help ensure a safe and efficient arrival for everyone each morning.
As we prepare to welcome students back to school, please take a moment to review our morning drop-off locations and traffic procedures. Following these guidelines will help keep traffic flowing smoothly and, most importantly, ensure the safety of all students, staff, and families.
PreK–4
Students in PreK through 4th grade will continue using the gravel entrance near the baseball field for both morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up.
- Please be aware of school bus traffic in this area.
- Follow the directions of the traffic attendant wearing the reflective safety vest at all times.
Grades 5–7
Students in Grades 5–7 will continue using the former middle school car line.
- Students should exit their vehicle and proceed up the steps into the building as they have in previous years.
- If you merge from the middle school car line into the elementary car line after dropping off, please stay to the right so other vehicles can safely exit the line.
Grades 8–12
New this year: Students in 8th grade will now be dropped off in front of the high school gym near the Bear statue, along with students in Grades 9–12.
- Please stay to the right while dropping off students to allow traffic to continue moving safely through the parking lot.
Safety Reminder
- School buses will be entering and exiting campus from approximately 7:10 a.m. until 7:50 a.m. Please use extra caution during this time and allow buses plenty of room to safely maneuver.
- Additionally, many of our students will be driving themselves to school. Please remain alert, drive slowly, and stay vigilant as you travel through campus.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we begin another great school year. By working together and following these procedures, we can help ensure a safe and efficient arrival for everyone each morning.
📣 7th, 8th & 9th Grade Families – Orientation Speed-Up Tips!
Want to get through orientation faster? Here's how you can help:
✅ Complete your Technology Form before you arrive:
https://alcornschools.jotform.com/251894984756984
✅ Bring your $25 Technology Fee
Check preferred
Or bring exact cash
📅 Today's Schedule
🕓 4:00 PM – Doors Open
🕓 4:05 PM – Welcome & Orientation (ACHS Gym)
After the brief presentation, you'll be released to:
Pick up devices
Turn in forms
Pay fees
Complete registration items
🏫 The building will also be open for you to walk your student's schedule, locate classrooms, and meet a few of their teachers before the first day of school.
🕔 5:15 PM – Second Orientation Session (ACHS Gym)
This presentation is brief, and you will not lose your place in line if you're waiting in line for registration or devices.
We look forward to welcoming our newest Bears and their families this afternoon!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC! 💜💛
Want to get through orientation faster? Here's how you can help:
✅ Complete your Technology Form before you arrive:
https://alcornschools.jotform.com/251894984756984
✅ Bring your $25 Technology Fee
Check preferred
Or bring exact cash
📅 Today's Schedule
🕓 4:00 PM – Doors Open
🕓 4:05 PM – Welcome & Orientation (ACHS Gym)
After the brief presentation, you'll be released to:
Pick up devices
Turn in forms
Pay fees
Complete registration items
🏫 The building will also be open for you to walk your student's schedule, locate classrooms, and meet a few of their teachers before the first day of school.
🕔 5:15 PM – Second Orientation Session (ACHS Gym)
This presentation is brief, and you will not lose your place in line if you're waiting in line for registration or devices.
We look forward to welcoming our newest Bears and their families this afternoon!
One School. One Culture. One AC.
WE ARE AC! 💜💛
