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Junior League of Jackson and Community Foundation for Mississippi Award $99,370 in Mini-Grants to JPS Schools

The 2026 grants will fund a variety of projects focused on literacy, mathematics, technology, engagement and scholar development.

JPS Honored with National Literacy Champion Award

Presented in partnership with the Council of the Great City Schools, the annual award honors a school district that has demonstrated progress in advancing reading achievement and expanding access to books and literacy resources for scholars.

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McWillie Elementary Teacher Natalie Long Honored with Alyce Clarke Award

Long, who is in her 25th year as an educator, said she was surprised and deeply honored to receive the recognition.

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Uncovering Mississippi’s Early Spanish Connection

As Jackson Public Schools observes Hispanic Heritage Month, we take a look back at one of the earliest recorded chapters in Mississippi’s history: the 16th-century expedition led by Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto.

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JPS Public Engagement Team Earns State and National Recognition for Excellence

The JPS Public Engagement team has earned recognition from school communications professionals at both the state and national levels, highlighting the creativity, storytelling and strategic communication that goes into keeping scholars, families, employees and the community connected to JPS.

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Books That Open Doors: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Through Literature

Featuring award-winning picture books, middle-grade adventures, novel-in-verse poetry, and high school literature, these titles explore themes of family, resilience, identity, and community leadership.

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Hispanic Heritage Month "Did You Know?": What is the Difference Between Hispanic and Latino?

You may often see these terms used interchangeably, but different people understand and use these terms differently.

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Make Your Voice Count: Register and Vote!

If you haven’t registered to vote yet, or need to update your registration information, consider doing it today or very soon!