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Madison County Journal

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Madison County Schools leads large districts in Mississippi

In addition to securing an “A” for the thirteenth year in a row, the Madison County school District also boasts the highest-performing large school district in the state and the top middle school in Mississippi. Last Thursday, Madison Mayor Mary Hawkins-Butler took the intercom at Madison Middle School...

Madison County, MS · 16d

Biloxi Sun Herald

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Threat targeted South MS schools. Here's what students, parents should know

Several South Mississippi school districts are working with local police and the FBI to investigate a threat to harm students or staff that spread on social media across the Coast. Authorities said Monday afternoon the threat does not appear to be credible, though the investigation is ongoing. FULL STORY: Police, FBI investigating threat to South Mississippi school districts, officials say Here are key takeaways: The Harrison County School District, Gulfport School District and a school in the Jackson County School District all acknowledged the threat. All remained open, with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department increasing police presence at schools Monday. The Mississippi Department of Public Safety and the FBI are the lead agencies investigating. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department said it is assisting but is not the primary investigating agency. Jackson County Sheriff John Ledbetter said Coast law enforcement is working with the FBI to identify the person who made the threat. “Based on the credible information we received from our federal and state partners, the threat is not imminent at this time,” he said. Ledbetter thanked students who saw the threat posted in a group Snapchat and immediately reported it to authorities. The Harrison County School District urged parents

Harrison County, MS · 17d

Cherokee Tribune

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Mississippi DEI ban can go into full effect after Fifth Circuit reversal

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Portions of a Mississippi ban on diversity, equity and inclusion practices in public schools can go into effect after the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a lower court's ruling that blocked sections of the law from being enforced. The parts of the law in question prevent public schools from requiring diversity training and maintaining DEI-related programs, courses and offices. It also bans public schools from discussing a list of “divisive concepts” related to race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity and national origin. Public schools that violate the law could lose state funding. The ban passed in April 2025 and is being challenged by a group of educators, students, parents and activists who say the law violates their First and Fourteenth Amendment rights. The plaintiffs have several weeks to file a petition for rehearing with the Fifth Circuit. The law would take effect seven days after the petition deadline passes or if a petition is denied, according to McKenna Raney, an attorney representing the plaintiffs. The Fifth Circuit also ordered that the case be reassigned to a different district court judge after U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate issued a “botch job” temporary restraining

Mississippi · 14d

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Addison Anderson elected Miss Freshman at Alcorn State University

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Addison Anderson, a Vicksburg native and 2026 graduate of Vicksburg High School, has been elected Miss Freshman for the 2026-27 academic year at Alcorn State University. The announcement was made earlier this week by Alcorn State’s Student Government Association, which revealed that Anderson received the...

Vicksburg, MS · 15d

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Starkville tops Clinton for 31-17 region win

Clinton dropped to 2-5 overall and 1-1 in Region 2-7A after a tough 31-17 loss to #6 Starkville at Arrow Field. The road will get much tougher the next three weeks for the Arrows, who are trying to make the MHSAA playoffs for the first time since 2022. Next up,...

Starkville, MS · 16d

jacksonadvocateonline.com

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State’s public schools showing good performance under higher standards

JANS – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) released accountability grades for the 2025-26 school year, which show 53.9% of schools and 50.7% of districts earned a grade of A or B. These are the first grades issued under higher standards for earning grades, and they set a new baseline for measuring school and district performance. As a result, 2025-26 grades cannot be compared to grades from previous school years.

Mississippi · 15d

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FHS senior Dawson Bishop named National Merit Semifinalist

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) recently announced that Dawson Bishop, a senior at Florence High School (FHS), has been named as National Merit Semifinalists in the 72nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Bishop is in the one percent of high school students across the country to be recognized...

Florence, MS · 15d

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West Harrison High School ranked #2 high school in Mississippi

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- West Harrison High School is earning statewide recognition, ranking among the best in the state. West Harrison High School earned the number two spot among Mississippi high schools for the 2025-2026 school year. According to the Mississippi Department of Education, the school earned 871 out of...

Gulfport, MS · 17d

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Mississippi Christian University launches $200 million bicentennial campaign

CLINTON — Mississippi Christian University has launched a $200 million capital campaign that leaders say will support the institution’s next 200 years. The university announced “Rise to 200: The Bicentennial Campaign for MC” during its Sept. 29 Bicentennial Gala. MC President Blake Thompson said the campaign is the most ambitious in the university’s history.

Clinton, MS · 16d

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Sheriff, Jackson State students speak at J. Z. George assembly

CARROLL COUNTY — J. Z. George High School students heard messages about service and preparing for adulthood during an Oct. 16 assembly featuring Jackson State University’s Thee Men of Excellence, according to the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office. Speakers included Jackson State freshman Demarcus Covington, sophomore Keshaun Head,...

Carroll County, MS · 17d

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Madison Central senior joins Mississippi Youth Council

MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – A Madison Central senior is one of 10 young people selected from across the state for Teen Health Mississippi’s 2026-27 Mississippi Youth Council.

Mississippi · 16d

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Derrick, Melancon join Mississippi Christian University faculty

CLINTON — Jacob Derrick has joined the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at Mississippi Christian University as an assistant professor of mathematics, while Myles Melancon has joined the School of Business as an assistant professor of management. Daniel Watson, associate professor and chair of mathematics, said Derrick is...

Clinton, MS · 16d

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Mississippi childcare voucher shortfall forces closures, waitlists

BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) — To work or not to work? It’s the tough decision every new parent faces when daycare costs hundreds a month. In Mississippi, a childcare voucher program helps ease that financial burden. However, a recent shortfall in state funding is not only impacting parents; it’s also hurting those who care for their kids — the childcare providers.

Mississippi · 18d

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Florence Falls to Cleveland Central

Florence High School struggled to generate offense Friday night, falling 25-7 against Cleveland Central in a region matchup. The Eagles faced a difficult challenge against a Cleveland Central team that limited Florence to just one touchdown throughout the contest. Florence was unable to establish enough offensive consistency to keep pace,...

Cleveland, MS · 18d

Neshoba Democrat

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EDITORIAL/Plenty to be proud of at schools

Two districts, one county, the state’s new school report cards came out last week, and Neshoba County has good reason to hold its head up. These grades came with a higher bar. The Mississippi Department of Education raised the standards this year, so the scores needed for an A, B or C went up. The state itself says this year’s grades shouldn’t be compared with earlier ones. A letter grade earned in 2026 was harder to get than the same letter a year ago, and both of our districts earned good ones.

Neshoba County, MS · 16d

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Lewisburg Boys Win First-Ever Title, Madison Central Girls Continue Dynasty at Mississippi Class 3 State Meet

SCY (25 yards) It was a historic first for the Lewisburg boys and a baker’s dozen for the Madison Central girls at the Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 3 Swimming Championships. The Lewisburg boys captured their first- ever state championship, outlasting runner-up Oxford by nine points. On the...

Madison, MS · 18d

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Mississippi Officials Highlight Dangers Around School Buses

National Bus Safety Week runs October 19th-23rd with the theme "Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes." Mississippi officials are reminding drivers to stay alert, avoid distractions, and stop for school buses to help protect students traveling to and from school.

Mississippi · 17d

Picayune Item

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PRCC seeks Pell eligibility for three career training programs

Pearl River Community College is working to qualify welding, commercial truck driving and emergency medical technician training for Workforce Pell Grants. Up to 40 students a year could benefit if […]

Poplarville, MS · 17d

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Warren Central Junior High defeats Vicksburg Junior High 40-33 in overtime thriller

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Warren Central Junior High School’s boys’ basketball team opened its season with a thrilling 40-33 overtime victory over Vicksburg Junior High School. The Vikings and Gators battled back and forth throughout the contest, but Warren Central eventually pulled away in overtime to secure...

Vicksburg, MS · 17d

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Germantown cadets head to nationals

MADISON COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – From physical endurance to teamwork and discipline, student cadets at Germantown High School are putting in the work to get ready for the national stage. The high school’s Marine Corps Junior ROTC program are preparing to compete against teams from across the country in the All-Service JROTC Raider National Championships […]

Madison, MS · 18d

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