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Get ready to bring the energy—Spirit Week is here! 🎉

Here’s what we have planned:

Monday – Opposite Day
Teachers dress as students & students dress as teachers

Tuesday – Trail Ride
Dress in Trail Ride Gear (shorts must be knee length)

Wednesday – 80’s Day (Grads Only)
Show off your totally awesome 80’s outfits. Graduates will have an off-campus event.  All remaining students will receive directive from their teacher.

Thursday – Rep Your School
Wear your Excel Center colors—green and navy blue

Let’s make this a week full of excitement, connection, and school spirit. We encourage everyone to participate, have fun, and represent the Excel Center with pride!

We look forward to seeing your creativity all week long. Let’s show up, stand out, and SHOW OUR SPIRIT!

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What's your "WIFI" password? Connect to the right source.

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Click here to view the 2025- 2026 Certification Schedule.

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The certification application is now open. Click Here to complete your application.

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Term 3 Certification Application (2025-2026)

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The certifications listed in this application will be the only credentials available next term, as certification offerings follow a rotating schedule. Please review the FAQ before completing the certification application. Students completing an industry-recognized certification will receive official credentials certificates and HS Diploma in graduate packet after the commencement ceremony.

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Excel Center School Calendar

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Check Your Email for the Registration Link!

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Please remember that completing CPR training is mandatory for all Graduates. This essential course equips students with vital life-saving skills, enhancing their readiness for college, careers, and the workforce. Excel Center students must fulfill this graduation requirement to be eligible for graduation.

Click Here to Register for CPR

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Book an appointment with one of our EXCEL-lent Excel Center Team Members and School Nurses.

Click Here: To Book Your Appointment

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Are you a career seeker? Click Here!

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Click Here: To view or complete your FAFSA Application for Financial Aid.

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Clear backpacks are a safety and security requirement. Backpacks will be provided for each Student while supplies last.

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Work To Break the Cycle- Careers for Former Justice Involved

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The application and interviewing process can be a bit intimidating, specifically for the former justice involved. But there is hope. There are quite a few employers out there who are open to second chances. Work to Break the Cycle through Shelby County are one of those programs.

Please save and share these resources below. This information is also linked in Student Central. Just because someone has a past, doesn’t mean it pauses your purpose and opportunity for a fresh start.

Work To Break The Cycle: https://worktobreakthecycle.com/

Here are a few additional career seeker tips for former justice involved:

Pass the drug screening and any additional screening required outside of the criminal BG screen.

Have a valid ID and/or Driver’s License (Preferably drivers’ license. Most background friendly careers are in transportation, delivery, and distribution).

General Career Seeker Tips:

Keep your resume updated, well-formatted, and ready to share at any time.

Start your resume with a clearly defined and compelling career objective.

Avoid using auto-generated resumes from job platforms (employers really value candidates who create customized resumes that highlight their unique skills and experiences.

Track your applications by jotting down the organizations, positions, and brief descriptions of each role so you are prepared when an Employer follows up.

Ensure your voicemail greeting is professional, as it creates a positive first impression.

Prepare for interviews by practicing Mock Interviews across formats: phone, virtual, and in-person. The MORE you practice, the more confident you become.

Approach every opportunity with confidence and positive vibes.

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Click here to apply for Dual Enrollment:

TSAC Student Portal: Login (tn.gov)

Dual Enrollment courses are now offered every term. Culinary Arts, Residential and Commercial Construction, IT Technology and Administrative Office Technology.

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Dual Enrollment is when a high school student receives credit at two institutions at the same time. At the high school level, the class is applied toward their high school diploma while at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology they are receiving hours toward their programs certificate or diploma.

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Push For Tennessee Promise opens every year from August - November. TN Reconnect is open through June.

Click here to apply for TN Promise or TN Reconnect and to review key information related to these last dollar scholarship opportunities:

TSAC Student Portal: Login (tn.gov)

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TN Promise-Eligible Institutions — tnAchieves

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Tennessee has an amazing selection of colleges for you to choose from. From high-impact technical colleges to accessible community colleges to world-class universities, we believe there is a place in college for you in Tennessee.

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Click link below to view valuable Community Support Resources.

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https://www.shelbycountytn.gov/3638/Community-Resources

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Graduates! Are you excited yet?! If you missed the Graduate Meeting, no worries. Click Here to view meeting slides and graduate resources. .

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College Exploration and support is at your fingerprints. Questions about the college application process, TN Promise, TN Reconnect or FASFA? Click here to explore!

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College Exploration & Application Events

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College Exploration & Application Events

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College and Career exploration events are COMING SOON! Check back later.

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Click here to view our Term 1 Town Hall Broadcast.

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