Congratulations to the 2019 Reading Fair Winners

March 1, 2019 – Jennifer Walker of Spann Elementary and twin sisters Arielle and Arianna Brumfield of Bailey APAC Middle School were winners of the Regional Reading Fair, advancing to the State Fair.

Congratulations to the 2018-2019 Hardwood Heroes for Basketball

February 22, 2019 – Ten outstanding JPS high school basketball players were recognized throughout the season as Hardwood Heroes. One of them will receive a donation to their school's basketball program.

Eight Young Men Selected to Attend 2019 Nissan Resume Challenge

February 18, 2019 – These scholars traveled to Nissan's corporate offices in Franklin, Tennessee to attend a leadership development summit.

JPS Student-Athletes Participate in Districtwide Signing Day Event

February 15, 2019 – Senior athletes from several JPS high schools signed scholarship acceptance letters during a Districtwide National Signing Day event held February 6, 2019.

MDE Invites Applicants for New Mississippi Teacher Residency Program

February 13, 2019 – Applications for the 2019-20 school year will be accepted from February 15–March 15.

Callaway Students Win Healthcare Essay Contest and Cash

February 13, 2019 – The Callaway healthcare essay winners are Evelyn Henderson, Kameron Odies and Nijah Horn. They received cash prizes of $300, $200, and $100, respectively.

Preventing the Spread of Flu

February 12, 2019 – Get a yearly flu vaccine. Avoid close contact with someone who is sick. Stay at home if you get sick. Read six more tips to help prevent the flu.