JPS Schools Celebrate College Spirit Day

October 15, 2018 – For nearly two decades, JPS schools have been celebrating College Spirit Day to promote the expectation of going to college in our scholars.

Highlights of JPS Success From Mississippi’s District Accountability Results

October 12, 2018 – JPS had three elementary schools in the top 20. The number of A schools improved from four last year to nine this year.

JPS Fall Conference Draws Hundreds of Parents to Hear How They Can Help Students Succeed

October 9, 2018 – The program featured exhibitors, parent workshops, and a keynote presentation over dinner.

JPS Celebrates Top Readers at Summer Reading Celebration

September 13, 2018 – Top Schools, Top Readers and Outstanding Readers received awards at the 2018 Summer Reading Celebration held September 6.

JPS Joins MDE in Raising Attendance Awareness

August 31, 2018 – JPS is joining the Mississippi Department of Education's campaign to promote regular school attendance throughout the month of September.

Barack Obama Mural Unveiled

August 28, 2018 – The Barack H. Obama Magnet Elementary School unveiled a mural to commemorate its namesake on Friday, August 17.

Back-to-School Q & A

July 18, 2018 – What's new this year? How much is lunch? What supplies will students need? Here's what you need to know to get ready for the 2018-2019 school year.