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JPS Teachers Chosen to Influence Educators Nationwide to Advance Student Success, Opportunities

September 13, 2024 – JPS is well-represented in this year's Teach Plus Mississippi Policy cohort, an organization that advances equity, opportunity, and student success. Four JPS teachers are new 2024-2025 fellows, and one will serve as a Lead Senior Fellow.

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Murrah HS Alum Returns to Alma Mater as Head Coach after Playing Professionally Overseas

September 11, 2024 – Murrah High School alum, Jeremy Caldwell, has returned to his alma mater as its new head basketball coach. The Canton native has extensive experience, including five years of teaching and six years as an assistant coach, providing him with a solid foundation to lead the Mustangs.

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JPS Receives National Award for Excellence in Public Health

September 9, 2024 – During its 2024 Annual Meeting in October APHA will present JPS with a Presidential Citation for improving education outcomes by providing social services and health care to JPS scholars and their families through community partnerships.

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JPS Educators Added to Mississippi Teacher Advisory Council

September 5, 2024 – Seven JPS educators were added to the Mississippi Teacher Advisory Council for 2024-2025. They will be among nearly 200 members advising the MDE and State Superintendent Dr. Lance Evans.

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School Event	Middle
School Opens	7:20 a.m.
Homeroom Block	7:25–8:00 a.m.
Instruction Begins	8:00 a.m.
Instruction Ends/Dismissal Time	3:30 p.m.

JPS Superintendent Dr. Errick L. Greene and members of Team JPS welcome back scholars and families with a focus on our commitment to JPS Joy in our schools and throughout our District.

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