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Fall Break | October 12 - 16, 2026
All JPS schools will be closed from Monday, October 12, to Friday, October 16, in observance of Fall Break.
Be My Vote Campaign 2026
If you haven’t registered to vote yet, or need to update your registration information, consider doing it today or very soon!
National Principals Month | October 2026
Thank you to our principals across JPS who shape school culture, inspire educators, and transform lives every day.
Customer Service Week 2026 | October 5 - 9
Honoring the dedicated team members who serve our scholars, families, and community with excellence every day!
Hispanic Heritage Month | September 15 - October 15
We honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities, recognizing the diverse voices that strengthen our schools and community.
My Ride K-12 Transportation App
The My Ride K-12 app helps parents stay informed with scholar transportation information, transportation notifications, and real-time updates all in one place.
New! JPS Mobile App
Jackson Public Schools is excited to announce the launch of its new mobile app, designed to help families, scholars, and staff stay connected. The app provides quick access to school news, events, and important district updates—all in one convenient place.
JPS Pre-K Enrollment
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Give your child a strong start. JPS-Hinds Pre-K Collaborative accepting enrollment.
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JPS Strategic Plan (2024-2029)
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The Jackson Public School District unveiled its new Five-Year Strategic Plan, “The Power of People and Possibilities.” The plan makes five commitments focused on systemwide improvements leading to joyful learning & scholar engagement. JPS Strategic Plan 2024-2029| |
Marching Towards Excellence
At Jackson Public Schools, we develop scholars through world-class learning experiences to attain an exceptional knowledge base, critical and relevant skill sets, and the necessary dispositions for great success.
News & Features
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Long, who is in her 25th year as an educator, said she was surprised and deeply honored to receive the recognition.
![Hispanic Heritage Month: Uncovering Mississippi’s Early Spanish Connection]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790885812/jacksonk12msus/ih8e8fqhow9ojj63zk9e/JPSThumbnailImages248_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790885812/jacksonk12msus/ih8e8fqhow9ojj63zk9e/JPSThumbnailImages248_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1790885812/jacksonk12msus/ih8e8fqhow9ojj63zk9e/JPSThumbnailImages248_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1790885812/jacksonk12msus/ih8e8fqhow9ojj63zk9e/JPSThumbnailImages248_1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1790885812/jacksonk12msus/ih8e8fqhow9ojj63zk9e/JPSThumbnailImages248_1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790885812/jacksonk12msus/ih8e8fqhow9ojj63zk9e/JPSThumbnailImages248_1.png","width":2000}])
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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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.
![A collection of diverse children's book covers featuring various characters and colorful illustrations fills the entire frame.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1790609299/jacksonk12msus/xk4qmjgjj8w8qgoy4ykt/JPSThumbnailImages244.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1790609299/jacksonk12msus/xk4qmjgjj8w8qgoy4ykt/JPSThumbnailImages244.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1790609299/jacksonk12msus/xk4qmjgjj8w8qgoy4ykt/JPSThumbnailImages244.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1790609299/jacksonk12msus/xk4qmjgjj8w8qgoy4ykt/JPSThumbnailImages244.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1790609299/jacksonk12msus/xk4qmjgjj8w8qgoy4ykt/JPSThumbnailImages244.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1790609299/jacksonk12msus/xk4qmjgjj8w8qgoy4ykt/JPSThumbnailImages244.png","width":2000}])
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.
![White and yellow text reading "Hispanic Heritage Month ¿Did You Know?" is centered against a dark blue background framed by a colorful border of stylized flowers and vines.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1789768479/jacksonk12msus/h9kshsf86s8zqfoxkicu/JPSThumbnailImages238_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1789768479/jacksonk12msus/h9kshsf86s8zqfoxkicu/JPSThumbnailImages238_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1789768479/jacksonk12msus/h9kshsf86s8zqfoxkicu/JPSThumbnailImages238_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1789768479/jacksonk12msus/h9kshsf86s8zqfoxkicu/JPSThumbnailImages238_1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1789768479/jacksonk12msus/h9kshsf86s8zqfoxkicu/JPSThumbnailImages238_1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1789768479/jacksonk12msus/h9kshsf86s8zqfoxkicu/JPSThumbnailImages238_1.png","width":2000}])
You may often see these terms used interchangeably, but different people understand and use these terms differently.
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If you haven’t registered to vote yet, or need to update your registration information, consider doing it today or very soon!
![A colorful logo featuring a graduation cap, a gear, and an open book with a dome building is centered against a plain grey background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1789998203/jacksonk12msus/l4wolu2tumd77ro4giva/JPSThumbnailImages240_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1789998203/jacksonk12msus/l4wolu2tumd77ro4giva/JPSThumbnailImages240_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1789998203/jacksonk12msus/l4wolu2tumd77ro4giva/JPSThumbnailImages240_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1789998203/jacksonk12msus/l4wolu2tumd77ro4giva/JPSThumbnailImages240_1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1789998203/jacksonk12msus/l4wolu2tumd77ro4giva/JPSThumbnailImages240_1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1789998203/jacksonk12msus/l4wolu2tumd77ro4giva/JPSThumbnailImages240_1.png","width":2000}])
At Jackson Public Schools, we are excited to celebrate our GEAR UP scholars and the incredible opportunities being created to support their academic success, college readiness, career exploration, and future aspirations.
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Marisol was a groundbreaking Venezuelan American sculptor and pop artist who captured the international art world's attention in the 1960s.
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