​EJHS Named Military Flagship School by GaDoe

East Jackson High School has been named a Military Flagship School by the Georgia Department of Education. Only 25 schools throughout the state of Georgia, at all levels from Kindergarten through 12th grade, earned the distinction.

The Military Flagship School Award recognizes schools that go above and beyond to provide a supportive environment for military students and families. Military Flagship Schools specifically reach out to military families and identify and accommodate their unique needs.

A panel of judges with experience in the education of military-connected students evaluate schools to determine the recipients. The panel judges look at the following requirements:

• Services and programs offered to support the needs of military students and their families
• Training provided to school personnel to help them understand and support the needs of military children
• Opportunities for military parents and their children to connect with and feel supported by the surrounding community
• Efforts to help military parents and their children feel engaged and respected in their new school by creating opportunities for them to get involved

​When naming East Jackson High School, the Georgia Department of Education noted "Through the Interstate Compact, East Jackson High School provides flexibility for military students in enrollment and graduation requirements. The school helps military students transition smoothly with course placement accommodations and ensures participation in extracurricular activities, even after standard deadlines."
 

The Military Flagship Award was created by State Superintendent Richard Woods in 2019.