FEATURED: VIRTUAL LEARNING PARENT SUPPORT PAGE |
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Get technology tips, tricks, & techniques at our Virtual Learning Support Site just for parents. You'll find answers to frequently asked questions, as well as slides and videos explaining the online learning platforms used by JPS teachers and students. Go to https://parent.jpsms.org/!
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Shout out to the JPS families who shared virtual learning photos with us!
or email ContactJPS@jackson.k12.ms with Virtual Learner as the subject.
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VIRTUAL PARENT SUPPORT WORKSHOPS |
Each Thursday, JPS parents can take part in Virtual Learning Workshops presented by the Office of Partners in Education, Community, Parent, and Family Engagement. The sessions are designed to support parents in the midst of virtual teaching and learning. November sessions will focus on reading. Choose a time convenient to your schedule—11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m.
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THANKSGIVING BREAK
JPS schools and offices will be closed November 23-27 for the Thanksgiving holiday break.
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ACCEPTING SPECIAL PROGRAM APPLICATIONS |
Nov. 1-15 (Elementary)
Nov. 1-Jan. 31 (Middle).
Jan.20-Feb. 29, 2021 (High)
Applications and supporting documents must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. on the appropriate deadline.
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HBCU VIRTUAL COLLEGE FAIR |
JPS high school juniors and seniors are encouraged to take part in the HBCU Virtual College Tour! Two online tours will be held this month:
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Nov. 9 from 5-8 p.m.
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Nov. 14 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Lanier Alumni Association Presents Check for $10,000
Participating in the presentation of a check for $10,000 to Lanier High School are, from left, Dr. Valerie Bradley, the school's principal with representatives of the Alumni Association, Hazel Shields and Jessie Hearn.
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www.jackson.k12.ms.us
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Voter Registration Challenge Winners Announced at Concert
Congratulations to the winners of the Voter Registration Challenge! Lanier, 1st ($5,000); Callaway, 2nd ($2,500), plus social media bonus ($2,500); and Provine, 3rd ($1,000).
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www.jackson.k12.ms.us
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Clarion Ledger 2020 Basketball Dandy Dozen
Congratulations to seniors Daeshun Ruffin of Callaway and Joseph Dupree of Murrah on being named to the 2020 Clarion-Ledger Basketball Dandy Dozen. (Photos courtesy Clarion Ledger).
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www.jackson.k12.ms.us
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JPS Mobile App Coming Soon! |
Be on the look out for our new mobile app, coming to Google Play and the App Store very soon!
You will be able to select which schools to follow for updates, events and breaking news. District directory information will be available in the palms of their hands. Customize your experience by setting your notification preferences.
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Veshell Lewis Highlighted GLOBE 'Expert'
GLOBE teacher Veshell Lewis displays the GLOBE Observer mobile app that allows teachers and students to upload cloud data, such as coverage, sky color, and visibility. Dr. Veshell Lewis is an Intervention Specialist at McWillie Elementary.
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www.jackson.k12.ms.us
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Congratulations to Jarrett Benson, Latarius Hicks-Lilly, Sherian Hines, Justin Jackson, Angela Jones, Nikita Still, Carmen Oswalt, and Katie Ann Upchurch
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Congratulations to Torris Bell, Erika Bryant, Tiffany Davis, Angela Jones, Willie McIntyre, Jessica O'Banner, Norma Phillips, Chanda Rhodes, Jeannie Terry, and Martha Taylor.
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Congratulations to MAE Teacher Leadership Institute Fellows, JPS educators Yoby Allen, Dr. Sophia Marshall-Chapman, Wanda Moses, and George Stewart II.
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JPS Superintendent Joins Chiefs for Change
Superintendent Dr. Errick Greene JPS Superintendent Dr. Errick L. Greene is one of seven new members of the national nonprofit Chiefs for Change.
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www.jackson.k12.ms.us
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Jackson State Selects Jones-Woody for COVID-19 Board
Jackson State University has selected Dionne Jones-Woody, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools, to serve on the College of Health Sciences' COVID-19 Mitigation Community Advisory Board.
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www.jackson.k12.ms.us
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Grigsby Appointed to Univ. of Miss. Board of Advisors
Dr. Kathleen Grigsby JPS Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools Dr. Kathleen Grigsby has been appointed to the University of Mississippi School of Education Board of Advisors.
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