James Island Charter High School School Choice Video

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CCSD’s School Choice application window launches January 26

Charleston County School District (CCSD) will open its School Choice application process for the 2021-2022 school year on January 26, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. The window will close on February 26, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. Each school-aged child in Charleston County is assigned to a neighborhood school based on grade level and home address. In addition to neighborhood schools, CCSD offers specialized programs, magnets, and charter schools to which students can apply.

A Virtual Choice Fair will be held so that families can learn more about what School Choice means for you and your child. The Virtual Fair will be held Saturday, January 30, 2021, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., online via Zoom with James Island Charter High School. We will host three virtual sessions during this time frame. Pre-registration is required. Click the registration icon to reserve your space.

For more information, please visit CCSD’s expanded School Choice website (with resources available in English and in Spanish) at www.ccsdschools.com/schoolchoice where video tours, frequently asked questions, and the online application have been made available for parents to engage in the process using digital resources. Parents requiring additional information can call the School Choice office at 843-937-6582. Paper applications will be made available upon request.

School News & Announcements

JROTC Marksmanship Program is a Reality

Click the link above to learn more about the NEW JROTC Marksmanship Program at JICHS.

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Classes Resume Monday, January 4, 2020

JICHS will resume normal operations on Monday, January 4, 2021. We will continue to operate on our in-person hybrid model with Orange and Blue days. Click the link for more information.

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JICHS Important Contact Links

Need to contact attendance, the clinic or guidance? Click the link above for their contact information.

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Fall 2020 Exam Schedule

Click the link above to view the EOC, Midterm and Final Exam Schedule for the Fall 2020 Semester.

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION

The Pre-IB Application is now open! Please click on the link for more information on the JICHS IB program and the pre-IB application. (Must be submitted online). The deadline to submit is February 5, 2021. Click the following link to complete the application.

Students with PowerSchool login issues should contact our Media Center (Ask A Librarian).

Parents that need assistance with the Parent Portal should contact the Attendance Office (PowerSchool Parent Portal).

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Upcoming Events

Monday

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM JICHS Board of Directors Meeting
Wednesday

eLearning - R2 (B Day)
Virtual Academy EOC Testing (AM and PM)
January 28, 2021

EOC Exams Pd 1 and Pd 3 - Blue Team (A Day)
January 29, 2021

EOC Exams Pd 2 and Pd 4 - Blue Team (B Day)

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Welcome

Welcome from Mr. Thorn, JICHS Principal

Welcome to James Island Charter High School (JICHS) where our mission is to develop confident, responsible, lifelong, and college-career ready learners who can excel in society by means of an innovative and diverse curriculum in a safe and enriching environment. We are a large, comprehensive high school that offers Career-Technical Education certification possibilities, 22 varsity sports teams outstanding Fine Arts programs, and numerous advanced coursework options, often providing opportunities for earning college-level credits. In fact, the focus of our unique charter is the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program -- we are the only high school in Charleston County that offers a full IB Diploma Program. This inclusive program sets a standard that prepares students to be successful global citizens. JICHS continues to rank among the top public high schools in our region, state, and beyond. Outstanding performances and accomplishments in music, art, and athletics complement our number one mission: academic achievement!