High School

The Joe Barnhart Scholarship program provides all students attending A.C. Jones High School with the following services and support throughout their high school experience:

  • PSAT, SAT, ACT: JBSP provides preparation tools and covers all fees for students.

  • Employment Readiness: Students participate in resume, composition, and interview preparation workshops.

  • FAFSA Application: JBSP staff work with all students to ensure a FAFSA application has been successfully submitted, a requirement for graduation.

  • College Support: Guidance and support for students, including identifying potential post-secondary schools, assistance with college applications and preparation, scholarship resources and completion, obtaining letters of recommendations, and general application support.

  • Career Assessment: Counseling and career assessment support for students pursuing trade school or alternative educational experiences.

  • Service Opportunities: JBSP believes it is important for students to know the value of service and giving back to the community. Throughout the year they support a variety of volunteer opportunities for students.

JBSP Honor Cord

JBPS offers an Honor Cord to Seniors who complete all requirements including, but not limited to:

  • Completion of PSAT and ACT or SAT

  • Letters of Recommendation from (3) A.C. Jones teachers and (2) community members

  • Completion of 100 hours of volunteer work

  • Submission of a minimum of 16 scholarships to the JBSP approved scholarship programs