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Official Jackson Public Schools Twitter page. Follow us for news and updates. Transforming lives through excellent education. #1District1Direction #WeAreJPS
Jackson, Mississippi
Joined May 2012
Congratulations to Murrah junior Kristen Rhodes on making a perfect score on the PSAT! We have high hopes for her as a future National Merit scholar. #1District1Direction #WeAreJPS
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It's official. Barack H. Obama Magnet Elementary School! BIG Thanks to Obama Magnet parents, students, staff and community supporters! #InvestingInStudents @BarackObama
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Congratulations to Cameron Nolan, Murrah c/o 2017, on the announcement that he is the 89th SGA President of Morehouse College. Cameron is the son of Federal Programs Compliance Manager Fredrick Nolan. #JPSProud
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JPS is deeply saddened and mourns the passing of Alcorn State University and former Murrah High school student Jayla A. Gray. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.
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We are so grateful for the hot meals and water generously provided by @WCKitchen! More than 5,000 high-quality meals have been enjoyed by JPS families. Thank you!
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It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Chris Little, the esteemed band director at Jim Hill High. Mr. Little left an indelible mark on countless lives through his passion for music. Grief counselors are available at Jim Hill family to support those in need.
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Forest Hill Hill basketball player LaDarius “Krunchy” Marshall commits to the University of Southern Mississippi!
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A number of JPS schools, along with @WCKitchen and local restaurants, served Jackson residents meals and supplied them drinking water during a weeks-long water crisis. Thanks to Sugar's Place and so many other #ChefsforMississippi who came to the rescue! 🙏🥰
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This week's #JPSProud Alumni Spotlight is Coach Tomekia Reed, head coach of @JacksonStateU's women's basketball team! Coach Tomekia Reed is a 1999 graduate of Murrah High School. #JPSProud. READ MORE:
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Celebrating the Class of 2020! Murrah High School-Top 20!
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Murrah HS scholar Rayven Jones has over 20 acceptances letters and 200k in scholarships. Congratulations Rayven! #JPSProud
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The Jackson Public School District extends its deepest sympathy and condolences to Councilman Kenneth Stokes and family regarding the passing of his beloved wife, Judge Larita Cooper Stokes. She was a proud supporter and advocate for Jackson Public Schools.
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8th grade Hardy Middle school student Jehron Keys has topped the state average of 18.6 and the national average of 21 scoring a 23 on the ACT. Way to go Jehron! #WeAreJPS #InvestingInStudents #TransformingEducation
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Learn what motivates #HeroTeacher Sarah Ballard of Murrah High School. #ITeachJPS #WeAreJPS #InvestingInStudents #TransformingEducation
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Congratulations to former #CallawayChargers Breeland Speaks and Rod Taylor #JPSProud #NFLDraftNews 💪🏾💯🏈🏈
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We extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to the family of Provine High School student Jalesia Everett. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
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Murrah HS graduate, Joshua Mannery, a junior at the University of Mississippi, has been named a finalist for the Truman Scholarship, a prestigious award that comes with national recognition and up to $30,000 for graduate school. #JPSProud
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Four Murrah High - JPS alums are leading SWAC programs! That's major! #JPSProud. Mo Williams, NEW Head Coach of JSU Men's Basketball.George Ivory, NEW Head Coach of MVSU Men's Basketball.Tomekia Reed, Head Coach of JSU Women's Basketball.Ashley Robinson, Athletic Director at JSU
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WJMI's "Circle B Hardwood Hero Of The Week" high school basketball player for the week of January 29th is Callaway High School's Elisha Blackmon.
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Murrah High School Class of 2018 Valedictorian, Sophia Bowley and Salutatorian, Justin Bell. #JPSProud
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What an amazing morning we’ve had @LanceBass of Nsync donated $15,000 to support performing arts programs at Wingfield High School. #WeAreJPS
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Alton Chambers of Murrah High School, has been named a Gates Scholar and a member of the Gates Scholarship inaugural class of 2018. His selection was based on academic performance, leadership ability, and exceptional character qualities.
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Congratulations to the scholars, parents, teachers and administrators of Barack H. Obama Magnet Elementary School for being the #1 elementary school in the state! #JPSProud #obamamagnetno1b2b
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Due to the threat of severe winter weather conditions, all JPS schools and offices will be closed on Wednesday, February 25, 2015.
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We extend our sincere condolences to the family of JPS employee Walter Lee Tabb, Jr. Please keep his family, co-workers, and friends in your thoughts and prayers.
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Olivia McNeal, a 2013 graduate of Murrah High School, has published her first book. Released on July 13, 2018, "Live Better with A-to-Z," covers 26 essentials to meet your healthcare goals. #JPSProud
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Congratulations to Jim Hill High School student Jaydon Tate WAPT Scholar Athlete. Jaydon has a 4.6 GPA, a ACT score of 28 and is a member of the Jim Hill Tigers Baseball team. @16WAPTNews
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JPS is deeply saddened by the death of North Jackson scholar Kingston Fraizer. Please keep the Frazier family in your thoughts & prayers.
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JPS is proud to announce that seven schools will be recognized for educational performance on state tests. #JPSProud .Casey Elementary. Davis Magnet Elementary.Power APAC Elementary.McWillie Elementary.Bailey APAC Middle.Northwest Middle.Murrah High.
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From Jackson Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Errick L. Greene:
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Murrah High School scholar Hart Jefferson made history with his National Spelling Bee appearance! #JPSProud. READ MORE:
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Laqunda Gray returned from Afghanistan and surprised her son Justin today at Clausell Elementary school. Thank you, Ms. Gray, for your service and welcome home! Yes, we all cried tears of joy! 😥😀
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Congratulations JPS Teacher of the Year Ms. Adrienne McDowell of Forest Hill High School we are soooo #JPSProud of your leadership! #InvestingInStudents
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Forest Hill's Brandon Miner received a Scholastic National Gold award for his art. His artwork is currently on display at the Mississippi Museum of Art & will be on display in New York City, at the Parson School of Design & the Pratt School of Design. #JPSProud
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Congratulations to the 30+ ACT Club at Murrah High! 🎉😀👏👏👏#TransformingEducation #InvestingInStudents
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Christmas came early today for Mcleod Elementary custodian Ms. Holmes. She was surprised by McLeod parent and owner of Big Mama Bail Bonds, Shafeqah Lodree with a gift of an automobile #WeAreJPS
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Surprise. Ms. Linda Murray you have been named the 2018-2019 JPS Administrator of the Year! #JPSProud
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Congratulations to Murrah High School for Having 10 AP Scholars
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Murrah High School Essay Contest Winners being recognized at the state capital in conjunction with Take Your Child For Medical Check Up Month Resolution. #JPSProud
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Daeshun Ruffin has been named the Gatorade Mississippi Boys Basketball Player of the Year! Congratulations Daeshun! 🏀🏆 @CallawayCharge1
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Damien Dear of Murrah High School is the Hardwood Hero of the Week for January 22. Deer is a 6-2 senior guard for the Mustangs. He had 27 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 steals in Murrah's 55-50 win over Cleveland Central. #JPSProud
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Entertain a clown and you become part of the circus.
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Did you know that JPS has #AwesomeScholars? Here are just a few from Murrah who joined the 30+ ACT Club. #JPSProud
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Congrats to the following JPS schools who were named 2018 PREPS Value-Added Award recipients for grade 3-8 schools. - Davis Magnet School.- Power APAC School.- Bailey APAC Middle School.- Northwest Middle School.- McWillie Elementary School.- Casey Elementary School.
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Jim Hill scholar Ruben Banks has been named a U.S. Presidential Scholars for his accomplishments in academics, the arts and career, and technical education fields. Congrats Ruben! 👏👏👏#InvestingInStudents #JimHill
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JPS Lead Teacher Dr. Cedrick Gray named Supt. of the Year by the National Association of School Superintendents.
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Congratulations to the JPS Bands who participated in the MHSAA State Marching Band Evaluation on Saturday, October 12, 2019. Callaway, Forest Hill, Jim Hill and Murrah represented the district very well! #WeAreJPS
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Thank you @BennieGThompson for visiting with us today! We agree, MacKenzie and Jeffrey are amazing JPS scholars. #WeAreJPS #MurrahHS
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JPS senior Charles Rounds who attends Power APAC through Murrah High School is among just 16 students nationwide to receive the top award, a Gold Medal Portfolio and its accompanying $10,000 scholarship, in the annual Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.
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We were so happy to partner with @WCKitchen to meet the needs of Jackson residents, including our own JPS family, left unable to prepare meals due to a water shortage. Local restaurants, like @reflectionchef of Nick Wallace Culinary, to feed thousands across the city. 🥰
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i just want to congratulate one of my very best friends on not only being accepted into YALE. but going on a FULL RIDE!! & he’s done it all from a JPS education. he’s prevailed through so much & is the epitome of where hard work & dedication can take you. off to Connecticut! 🥺
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KeiMoya Walker of Murrah High School & Ladarius Marshall of Forest Hill High School are the Hardwood Heroes of the Week for February 12. Walker is a 5-9 senior guard for the Lady Mustangs. Marshall is a 6-6 forward for the Forest Hill Patriots. #JPSProud
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It's Official! More than 1400 students Graduated 🎓🎓🎓🎓 from #Murrah #Provine #JimHill #ForestHill #Lanier #Callaway #Wingfield!! 🎈🎉 🎓!!!
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June is African American Music Appreciation Month! This month celebrates the musical influences that comprise an essential part of our nation’s cultural heritage. In celebration, this week's #JPSProud Spotlight is Lavell @davidbanner Crump. READ MORE:
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This week's #AlumniSpotlight is Thomas K. Hudson, J.D., the 12th President of @JacksonStateU. Hudson is a 1995 graduate of Provine High. READ MORE: To nominate a JPS Proud Alumnus, click here: #JPSProud
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You already know! 😊 All JPS schools and offices will be closed March 9–13, 2020, for Spring Break.
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The Mississippi High School Activities Association Inc. named Pierrdro Gallion & Micah Everson both of Murrah HS 2017-2018 Coaches of the Year!!!! Congratulation Gallion & Everson for this VERY well deserved honor! 💯👏#JPSProud
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Congratulations to the Provine Rams Boys' Basketball Team for recently defeating Vicksburg Gators 42-38 for the MHSAA Region 4-5A Championship! The squad is led by Coach Sirdonta Washington. #1District1Direction #WeAreJPS
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Congratulations to Dr. Alvanette Buchanan, principal of #MurrahHighSchool on being named the 2021 @JPSDistrict Administrator of the Year!
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JPS will provide 3,000 hot dinner meals and over 400 packages of fresh produce to JPS families. The dinners will be distributed from 3-5 p.m. on Thursday, April 2 and Friday, April 3 at Bates Elementary, Cardozo Middle, Chastain Middle and Galloway Elementary schools.
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🎓Jim Hill #co2021 valedictorian Xavian Branch received a whopping $1.5 million in scholarship offers. He applied to dozens of schools but accepted a full-ride scholarship to attend Mississippi College. Congratulations, Xavian! 🎓
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Congratulations to the scholars, parents and Raines Elementary school staff for increasing 272 points to move from an F to A! #JPSProud 🅰️
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Hope Credit Union opens its first student run credit union branch at Provine High School. #ProvineHS. #BuildingStrongerSchoolsTogether
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Congratulations, Obama Magnet Elementary! Obama is ranked as the #1 elementary school in Mississippi! #1District1Direction #WeAreJPS
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Congratulations to Callaway High School scholars Nicholas Andrews, Mackenzie Black, Adonis Clincy, Malik Heath, Ja’Marlon Jones, Maljon Joor, Kobe Love, Rodney Luckett, Tim Robinson, James Williams, & Tyrese Winford who signed Letters of Intent today. #AwesomeScholar #JPSProud!
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Forest Hill Art Phenom Wins Multiple State, National Art Contests
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Please keep family & friends of beloved Callaway principal William Trammell III., in your thoughts & prayers as we mourn his passing.
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Congratulations to the Provine Rams Boys basketball team for defeating Warren Central 45-44 to win the 2018 JPS Pepsi Tournament. #JPSProud 🏀🎉👏
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Callaway senior Rodney Luckett set a 5A record during the State Power Lifting Championships held at the Mississippi Coliseum. Luckett set the record in the Super Heavy Weight Class (308+ lbs) on the bench press with a lift of 535 lbs. WOW!! 💪🏾💯 #JPSProud
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SESAME STREET DONATES LEARNING KITS TO THE CITY OF JACKSON TO AID IN REMOTE LEARNING FOR STUDENTS
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So this happened at Blackburn Middle School. we were hacked by scholars! 😊 👍 Look at the those cute 💔 faces waiting on Chef Nick Wallace. #WeAreJPS
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Murrah High School scholars Jada Wilson, Ariana Polk and Tristan Jones won the Healthcare Awareness essay contest sponsored by Quinn Healthcare, Mississippi Academy of Family Physicians, Mississippi Academy of Pediatrics and Mississippi State Medical Association. #JPSProud
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Tonight, Lanier High School honors an 833 legend with a jersey retirement ceremony for Monta Ellis! The ceremony will take place before the Provine at Lanier game tip-off. #JPSProud
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Cuteness Alert: Barack Obama Magnet Elementary Kindergartens sing their Baby Shark graduation song at today’s celebration.😊
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Congrats to the Jim Hill Girls Powerlifting Team! They won the MHSAA Class 5A District Powerlifting Championship. All members of the team qualify to compete in the North State Meet at Lake Cormorant in March! #1District1Direction #WeAreJPS
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Murrah scholars Brianna Jefferson & Mary Sampson each receive a $5,000 scholarship from the Dave Cannada Mentoring Program. #JPSProud
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Due to the threat of severe winter weather conditions, all JPS schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. We will continue to monitor the weather to determine when it is appropriate for classes to resume.
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Provine HS scholar Kelvin Gardner presented his research on Photodynamic Cancer Therapy (Reducing Cancer Cells) during the Big IDEAs for Improving the Lives of Mississippians, 2018 Mississippi IDeA Conference held on July 27, at The Westin Jackson. #JPSProud #ProvineHS
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Five Murrah High School students received awards at the UMMC School of Health-Related Professions 23rd Annual Research Day. They each received Outstanding Basic Science Awards for their work. @UMMCnews
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At least one computer will be issued per household to JPS families who are registered for school. #BackToSchool
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Due to the wintery & hazardous weather conditions, all JPS schools & offices will be closed tomorrow, January 29, 2019. We will continue to monitor the weather & provide updates as needed. For the latest updates, visit the JPS Facebook & the website,
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All hands on deck with a special shout out to Mr. Charlie Bonds for fixing a restroom at Dawson Elementary. Mr. Bonds was visiting the school and noticed all the water on the floor. He made a special trip to his house to get some tools to fix the toilet leak. #WeAreJPS 👍💯
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We are deeply saddened by death of WJTV's Melanie Dotson. Our thoughts & prayers are with her family & friends.
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Jim Hill's Caleb James signs scholarship to play football and soccer at East Central Community College. Congratulations Caleb!
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Tonight at Lanier High, beginning at approximately 7:15 p.m., legendary former Lanier High School Coach Thomas Billups will be honored by the Lanier Alumni Association with a blazer presentation! . Congratulations, Coach Billups! #JPSProud
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