Changes to Jackson County School District dress code
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County School District announced they will no longer require uniforms, starting with the upcoming school year. The school district says a new…
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Jackson County School District Job Fair
Happening today in St. Martin is the Jackson County School District Job Fair. Applicants are asked to bring their resume. There are several openings at several schools throughout the district.…
Altercation on school bus recorded; parent files report with Jackson County
The family of a child who was allegedly punched and kicked on a school bus has filed a report with the Jackson County Sheriff's Department.…
Law Enforcement: No credible threats to local schools
A few South Mississippi schools are issuing statements regarding alleged social media threats. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office has investigated recent social media threats in which Jackson County schools have been a target. According to the sheriff’s office, currently the…
Coast schools preparing for upcoming year
Schools across the Coast are gearing up for a productive school year as registration continues. Gulfport School District is preparing for their first day this Friday while others are looking…
Jackson County School District welcomes new superintendent
Last Friday, the Jackson County School District appointed David Baggett as its new superintendent of schools. Baggett, who is currently serving as the assistant superintendent, will officially assume his…
Strycker voted out as Jackson County School District superintendent
The Jackson County School Board has voted to not renew the contract of Superintendent John Strycker. News 25 spoke with Strycker who tells us: “I’m going to…
Jackson County School District discusses potential solar farm
The Jackson County Board of Education held their monthly meeting Monday evening to discuss a potential new project. The board hosted the meeting to update on the potential…
Jackson County School Board to discuss security measures
Due to the school shooting in Texas, members of the Jackson County School District plan to hold a meeting tomorrow to discuss future plans regarding security. Superintendent John…
Jackson County Superintendent clarifies work day increase proposal
Jackson County School District Superintendent Dr. John Strycker made a statement this afternoon regarding his proposal to increase the amount of days teacher assistants work. A proposal was…
Jackson County School District will add six electric school buses
The Jackson County School District makes the leap toward zero-emission as it becomes the first in the state to add electric school buses to its fleet.…
Jackson County School District partners with solar developer
Down the line, the Jackson County School District will lease its 16th section land to a solar farm developer, making up for the income lost on the impending…
Jackson County School District looks for new approach to facility bond
Nearly a year after Jackson County voters rejected a facility bond, the school district is continuing its quest for updated facilities. In an effort to…
Vancleave's Inaugural Wrestling Season
A new era of wrestling in Mississippi has begun. In addition to Ocean Springs, who has fielded a team for over a decade, all three high schools in the Jackson County District have wrestling…
ACT initiative greatly improves scores in Jackson County School District
MDE recently released the 2020-2021 ACT results for the 11th grade state assessment and make-up assessment for the class of 2021 who missed their testing date…
Jackson County School District COVID-19 procedural updates
As Coast schools near the one-month mark of being back in session for the 2021-2022 school year, Jackson County School District released an update to its COVID procedure today.…
Jackson County School District releases back to school plan
The Jackson County School District has released its plans relating to COVID-19 for the upcoming school year. As some districts begin to implement mask mandates, Jackson County…
Jackson County School District needs funds for repairs
Leaders of the Jackson County School District are trying to figure out how to pay for repairs on buildings. Two months ago, local voters rejected borrowing $67 million…
Update on Esser Funding for Jackson County School District
It may be the middle of summer for most Coast students, but in Jackson County, school leaders are busy trying to allocate and keep up with federal…
Jackson County School District Superintendent helps students dress for success
Jackson County School District Superintendent Dr. John Strycker goes the extra mile to help some special needs students dress for success as they transition into the…
Jackson County School District bond vote fails
Jackson County School District residents took to the polls today for a special election regarding a facility bond. The bond was ultimately struck down. Over 5,000 residents cast their ballots Tuesday evening with over 75 percent of…
Jackson County School District bond vote
Jackson County School District residents headed to the polls today for a special election regarding a new facility. News 25’s Grace Boyles has more.
Residents vote on Jackson County School District bond
Jackson County School District residents are headed to the polls today for a special election regarding a facility. News 25’s Grace Boyles has more.
Update on Jackson County School District high school graduation plans
After Governor Tate Reeves released an executive order last week that lifts nearly all COVID-19 restrictions in the state, local high schools are altering their graduation plans. High schools like East Central, Vancleave, and St. Martin originally…