Holiday magic filled the air as the Douglas County School System kicked off the season during Douglasville’s annual Jingle Jam Christmas Parade and Legacy Arena’s Legacy on Ice event.
Festivities began Friday, Dec. 5, with hundreds of parade-goers lining Church Street to watch community groups, businesses, and civic organizations spread holiday cheer. All five high school bands, along with several middle and elementary school groups, dazzled spectators with festive performances to popular holiday melodies while tossing treats into the crowd. The North Douglas Elementary Cheerleaders and the Stingettes of New Manchester High School impressed onlookers with high-energy dance routines and spirited cheers.
“Events like the Jingle Jam Christmas Parade give us the opportunity to celebrate the joy, talent and spirit of our students while strengthening the connection between our schools and the community,” said Superintendent Dr. Trent North. “We are incredibly proud of how our students and staff represent the Douglas County School System.”
Adding to the excitement, Legacy on Ice was held in collaboration with Douglas County Parks and 
Recreation from Dec. 12-14, welcoming nearly 6,000 attendees. Families enjoyed ice skating, axe throwing, zip lining and rock climbing, along with a variety of food selections and unique goods from more than 60 vendors.
“Legacy on Ice united families and put smiles on our students’ faces, reminding us all of the true reason for the season,” said North. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to make beautiful memories with our families at Legacy Arena in a fun and festive atmosphere.”
Ashley Cleveland, senior executive director of Legacy Arena, added: "Legacy on Ice delivered a memorable weekend of holiday cheer, welcoming nearly 6,000 guests from across the community. The cross-generational participation—from families and friends to local organizations—was truly inspiring. The atmosphere was filled with energy and excitement, and it was clear attendees enjoyed a meaningful shared experience. We are grateful for our partnership with Douglas County Parks & Recreation, whose collaboration helped bring this important community event to life. We look forward to building on this momentum and welcoming even more guests next year.”
The Program for Exceptional Children also took part in the festivities, hosting a joyful LEAP 
holiday celebration. Students, families, faculty and guests filled the LEAP at the Shoals Center on the evening of Friday, Dec. 12.
Students kicked off the celebration with a vocal concert featuring holiday favorites followed by food and fun, including stations set up throughout the building for ornament making, cookie decorating (and eating), visiting Santa and sitting down to enjoy some “Reindeer Food.”
Do reindeer really eat pizza? That has not been confirmed, but LEAP students certainly do!
The holiday magic continues with Holiday Hoops taking place Dec. 20, 22 and 23 at Legacy Arena. Boys and girls teams from all five Douglas County high schools will participate, with tip-off beginning at 11 a.m. on Dec. 20.
The Alexander Lady Cougars will host the round-robin-style tournament. [View the full tournament schedule here.]
Tickets are $10 per person or $25 for a three-day pass. [Tickets can be purchased online here.]
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