Veteran law enforcement officer Jake Driskell named Jones College Campus Police Chief
ELLISVILLE – After more than two decades in law enforcement, the newly hired Jones College Campus Police Chief, Jake Driskell is bringing a renewed focus on professionalism, visibility and community policing to the college’s campus. The 42-year-old Driskell, who officially stepped into the role in April, said the opportunity to serve at 91ÁÔĆć came at the right time in his career after years of working narcotics investigations and training officers across South Mississippi.
“I was ready for a change in pace,” Driskell said. “My passion has always been training, and this just seemed like a no-brainer.”
He began his law enforcement career in 2005 in Newton, before serving with the Ellisville Police Department, the Laurel Police Department and most recently the Jones County Sheriff’s Office. Much of his career since 2017 focused on narcotics enforcement which is a demanding field he described as a “24/7” job.
“Holidays, weekends, we were never off,” he said. “That’s just the nature of the beast. While I enjoy working in narcotics I wanted to move into a role where I could focus more on leadership, officer development and campus safety,” said Driskell.
Since arriving at 91ÁÔĆć, Driskell has been able to fully staff the department with nine full-time officers and six part-time officers. One ofhis first initiatives, has also been to create a more unified and visible police presence on campus.
“We’re actually going to a uniform where everybody will look the same because I want the people on campus to know what their campus police officers look like,” he said.
Driskell emphasized that community policing will remain at the center of the department’s mission with officers being more visible. The goal he said is to make this a running, functioning police department. He added that he wants students, faculty and staff to feel comfortable approaching officers and viewing them as part of the campus community.
“We’re going to train, get up to date, and hopefully never have to use any of it,” Driskell said. “But we want to be prepared.”
Among the department’s planned upgrades are new uniforms, bulletproof vests and the implementation of tasers that had not previously been put into service. Driskell said officer preparedness is critical, even on a college campus.
“The number one killer of a law enforcement officer is complacency,” he said. “I would much rather tell a wife or a husband that their spouse is coming home because they got shot in a vest rather than saying we didn’t think it was needed.”
Driskell also hopes to expand Jones College’s role beyond campus policing by turning the college into a regional law enforcement training hub.
“I want Jones to be known as a training ground for police,” he said. “I want officers within 60 or 70 miles to think of Jones College when they think about law enforcement training.”
He said the college’s facilities, including the hospital simulation center, provide opportunities for realistic training scenarios and continuing education for area officers. In addition to his law enforcement background, Driskell served four years in the Army National Guard, where he worked as a missile systems technician and completed a deployment to Iraq. Though eligible for retirement next year because of his years of service and military time, Driskell said he has no plans to slow down.
“My plan is to stay here for quite a while,” he said. “I’ve got a lot more to give.”
As he settles into the Campus Police Chief role, Driskell said his goal is simple: build trust, increase visibility and ensure Jones College continues to provide a safe environment for students and employees.
“Uniformity is the number one thing, being seen, making the faculty and staff feel safe,” he said.
A Jones County resident, Driskell recently celebrated his 21st wedding anniversary with his wife, Melanie. Their daughter is currently attending Jones College on a soccer scholarship, while their son plans to enroll at JC this fall.
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Jones County Junior College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies: (ADA/ Section 504) Sarah Jones, Director of Counseling & ADA Coordinator, Student Affairs, phone 601-477-4070; email ADACoordinator@jcjc.edu and (Title IX) Dr. Brittany Barron, Title IX Coordinator, Hutcheson Hubbard Administration Building, phone 601-477-4127; email brittany.weatherford@jcjc.edu. Jones County Junior College, 900 South Court Street, Ellisville, MS 39437.
Jones College All-Mississippi Academic Team named
ELLISVILLE – Two Jones College students earned individual honors through the International Honor Society for two-year colleges, Phi Theta Kappa (PTK). Sophomore agriculture science major, Anna Laura Haden of Stringer was selected to Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society’s All-Mississippi Academic First Team. Callee Knotts of Soso, an agriculture communications major, was selected for Second Team honors. Their agriculture science advisor, Leanne Kilgore, is especially thrilled to have two of her students selected for this esteemed award.
“As an advisor, I am incredibly proud of our outstanding agricultural majors for earning the prestigious Phi Theta Kappa Academic Excellence Award. This honor reflects not only their exceptional academic performance, but also their dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence in all they do,” said Kilgore. “These young women have consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and a genuine passion for the field of agriculture. They represent the very best of our program, and it has been a privilege to watch them grow both academically and personally during their time at 91ÁÔĆć.”
In addition to her academic load, Anna Laura Haden is an active member of PTK and is a photographer for the college yearbook, and she volunteers as a youth leader at her church and at the Veteran’s Memorial Museum in Laurel. She plans to pursue a degree in agriculture science at Mississippi State University.
“Receiving this award is an honor as it reflects the time, effort and dedication into my studies,” said Haden. “Growing up on the farm fueled my love for agriculture. Despite the demands of caring for animals and crops, I had to overcome the daily challenge of chronic hip pain and headaches.”
Haden said she focused on helping others such as assisting others with preparing for 4-H competitions. Taking the initiative to help younger members build confidence and being their support system, improved her confidence and leadership abilities.
“Through this experience, I learned that leadership isn’t about titles. It is about lifting others up. Helping younger 4-H members grow reminded me of how powerful encouragement can be and it strengthened my commitment to serving my community with respect, dedication and kindness,” said Haden.
PTK All-Mississippi Academic 2nd Team Member, Callee Knotts served as the President of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and was a member of the Bobcat Brigade and JC Livestock Show Team. She was also involved in FFA as a chapter officer for Jones County 4-H in her youth and high school. Additionally, Knotts played sports, helped on the family farm and served as a member of the Jones County Future Leaders. At times, Knotts said she felt overwhelmed by her responsibilities growing up yet she learned some valuable lessons that helped her through college.
“Being involved is a wonderful opportunity because it allows you to network, develop leadership and learn valuable life skills. However, it’s also important to show yourself grace and recognize that it’s okay to slow down and focus on what matters most in the moment,” said Knotts. “You can’t give 100 percent to everything at the same time without eventually wearing yourself down. Through this challenge, I realized you have to prioritize what is most important for that season or time.”
In addition to being named to the All-Mississippi Academic Team, Knotts was nominated for the Golden Key Award. As the Golden Key selection from Rho Sigma chapter at 91ÁÔĆć, advisors recognized her many talents.
“Callee is a powerhouse of a campus presence, busy hosting events with Bobcat Brigade, washing and showing cows as part of Bovine Husbandry through our college Show Team and using all these opportunities to mention and highlight Phi Theta Kappa,” said PTK Advisor, Dr. Caleb Smith.
Knotts was surprised by the award and grateful for the opportunities PTK has allowed her to experience. Her mission has been to show others the many benefits of PTK and being involved on campus and in the community.
“Both of these honors mean a lot to me because I always try hard in everything I do, while trying to be involved in everything! Even though I may get stretched out and super busy, I appreciate the fact that they recognize my efforts and nominated me for this award,” said Knotts.
The two JC students competed for selection on the All-Mississippi Academic Team with more than 1,800 nominations from each of the 15-community colleges in Mississippi. As part of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society’s annual academic and workforce competition, each student submitted an essay, answered discussion questions, and described their leadership roles and activities while in college.
The highest scoring nominees from each of the 15 two-year colleges earned First Team All-Mississippi honors and $500 scholarships provided by the Mississippi Association of Community and Junior Colleges. All team members received special medallions, certificates, and printed resolutions from the Mississippi Legislature.
Jones College celebrates the largest class of A.D. Nurse grads
ELLISVILLE – The largest graduating class in the history of the Associate Degree Nursing program at 91ÁÔĆć celebrated more than academic achievement during the college’s Spring 2026 Pinning and Lamp Lighting Ceremony. For many graduates, the day represented perseverance, faith, family support and dreams fulfilled after years of sacrifice. Sixty nursing graduates crossed the stage during the ceremony, marking a milestone for the program and the surrounding healthcare community.
“This group you see on stage is a special one,” said Mike Cummings, program director of the Associate Degree Nursing program. “Besides, they have worked together in creating knowledge that helped them become our largest graduating class.”
Cummings said the growing number of graduates comes at a critical time for healthcare providers across the region.
“We know there’s a need out there for nurses and these students are ready to meet that need,” he said.
Jones College President, Dr. Jesse Smith praised the graduates and faculty for meeting the increasing demand for healthcare professionals while also highlighting the broader impact nurses have on families and communities.
“There is not one program that will return a higher investment on the community than an associate degree nursing student,” Smith told the audience. “A nurse is more than just somebody who takes care of you. They are a vital economic engine for life, health and wealth in our state.”
Smith also credited the expansion of the program and the college’s health simulation center for helping Jones College produce its largest graduating class.
“We made a commitment,” Smith said. “The legislature said they would support us if we doubled the output of nurses, and here we are today.”
For class president Abby Shows of Richton, the ceremony reflected the close bond formed among classmates during the demanding five semester program.
“The closeness this group has is something that I will always cherish,” Shows said during her remarks. “The friendship nursing school has brought me is nothing short of irreplaceable.”
Shows thanked classmates for supporting one another through long clinical days, stressful exams and personal struggles.
“In a world full of people that say when you go to nursing school, be careful and watch your back because you’re going to be on your own, we never had to because we had each other’s,” she said.
Among the graduates celebrating together were mother and daughter Lyndi Pryor and Brinna Moss of Laurel. Forty-one-year-old Pryor has worked as a licensed practical nurse for 10 years and said becoming a registered nurse had been a long-term goal. After narrowly missing completion of another RN program by two-tenths of a point, she enrolled in Jones College’s bridge program, unexpectedly alongside her daughter.
“I am graduating with my daughter and that means the world to me,” Pryor said. “We have both leaned on each other. She’s given me strength and I’ve given her strength and we’ve helped each other get through it together.”
Pryor described the moment as the culmination of more than a decade of hard work and perseverance.
“Being an RN has been my goal for a while, so being able to share this moment with my daughter has meant a lot to me,” she said.
Pryor’s 21-year-old daughter, Brinna Moss, said faith carried her through the challenges of nursing school.
“I would definitely say the Lord has gotten me here today,” Moss said. “It’s been a tough road over the last two years, but it’s definitely been worth it.”
She admitted balancing her own studies while worrying about her mother added another emotional layer to the experience.
“I wanted her to pass with me because that’s a very big deal,” Moss said. “There’s been a lot of tears and excitement. It’s a special moment to be able to do this with her.”
Kaylyn Walters of Moselle also returned to school after years of working as a licensed practical nurse in an OB-GYN clinic.
“I knew that I could do more,” Walters said. “Today is important to me and I’m just thankful that the Lord gave me the opportunity to be here today.”
Walters said the support of her family helped her persevere through the program.
“Having them here means the world to me. I couldn’t have done it without them,” she said.
Another family connection highlighted during the ceremony involved sisters Sidney Walters of Hattiesburg and Hannah Brady of Madison.
Sidney Walters has been working as an R.N. for more than two years after graduating from Jones College. Watching her younger sister complete the program was emotional because Brady had supported her through nursing school.
“She lived with me while I was in nursing school and was very supportive,” Sidney Walters said. “I’m so proud of her.”
Brady, who previously earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education before feeling called into healthcare, said seeing her sister’s passion for nursing inspired her career change.
“I just saw how much she loved it and how much of a vessel she was,” Brady said. “I feel the Lord calling me, so I’m going to be obedient, and now I’m here.”
Brady said sharing the milestone with her sisters made the day even more meaningful.
“One thing that unites us is our relationship with Christ,” she said. “It’s so special to be able to share this with my sister.”
During the ceremony, graduates recited the Florence Nightingale Pledge before receiving the traditional Maltese Cross nursing pin, symbolizing their entrance into the profession and their permanent place in the Jones College nursing family. Cummings said the graduates overcame not only the rigors of nursing school, but also the challenges of everyday life.
“They have all the challenges of life going on,” Cummings said. “That doesn’t stop while they’re in nursing school. They’re dealing with all of that plus the rigors of the nursing curriculum.”
Despite those demands, many graduates already have jobs lined up in hospitals and clinics across Mississippi, helping address the growing nursing shortage throughout the state.
Jones College Associate Degree Nursing graduates 2026
- Samantha Abbey, Stringer
- Sierra Ardis, Waynesboro
- Hailey Barnes, Moselle
- Hope Barnes, Laurel
- Quindalyn Barnett, Taylorsville
- Carley Beasley, Buckatunna
- Sierrah Beasley, Foxworth
- Alissa Moulder Beatty, Pachuta
- Kinsey Bellinger, Petal
- Christy Boe, Moselle
- Chloe Boyles, Forrest
- Hannah Brady, Madison
- Makenzie Buchanan, Laurel
- Madelynn Buckley, Ellisville
- Joseph Clark, Laurel
- Caylen Corley, Richton
- Deborah Craig, Hattiesburg
- Jessica Deare, Sumrall
- Halie Dunn, Collins
- Britton Dunnam, Richton
- CariAna McLeod Erkhart, Lucedale
- Harleigh Fortenberry, Moselle
- Cameron Gentry, Prentiss
- Starlett Gilmore, Byram
- Camdyn Goddard, Soso
- Elijah Gray, Heidelberg
- Allexus Hall, Lumberton
- Karli Hall, Mt Olive
- Makayla Halton, Louin
- Breanna Walley Harris, Richton
- Jacob Harris, Raleigh
- Peyton Williams Holifield, Laurel
- Brianna Williams Loftin, Waynesboro
- Anna Lott, Pulaski
- Abigail (Abbie) Trejo Madrigal, Moselle
- Samantha McGowan, Laurel
- Shelby McLain, Waynesboro
- Brittany Minchew, Bay Springs
- Taylor Minter, Ellisville
- Brinna Moss, Laurel
- Wayne (Allen) Nitsche, Collins
- Gracie Parker, Bay Springs
- Daniel Patterson, Moselle
- Alyssa Humphrey Poirier, Petal
- Lyndi Pryor, Laurel
- Sommer Ramsey, Laurel
- Kasia Rankin, Waynesboro
- Lenzi Roney, Laurel
- Knija Russell, Waynesboro
- Abby Shows, Richton
- Chloe Smith, Sumrall
- Jennifer Spears, Ellisville
- Annalee Stringer, Seminary
- Kastyn Daughdrill Sullivan, Richton
- Kailee Thompson/Burge, Columbia
- Lainey Wallace, Mt Olive
- Isabella Walters, Ellisville
- Kaylyn Walters, Moselle
- Felicity West/English, Stringer
- Audrey Whitehead, Hattiesburg
Jones College employees honored for years of serviceÂ
ELLISVILLE – Thirty Jones College faculty and staff members were recently honored for their years of service to the college during a special Employee Appreciation program. Administrators and the JC Foundation treated the Jones College faculty and staff to a spring brunch and awards ceremony. JC administrators honored employees for their service at five-year increments, beginning with those who have served at least five years.
Topping the number of service years was the administrative assistant for the Academic Dean, Regina Clark with 35 years of employment at 91ÁÔĆć. Mary Abbey, the administrative assistant for Radiology was recognized for 30 years of consecutive service, however she has a total of 35 years of service after taking a short break. Piano and fine arts instructor, Dr. Theresa Sanchez has also been working at 91ÁÔĆć for 30 years.
Seven employees have accumulated 25 years of experience working at the college, including Carson Atwood-Social Science instructor, Ashley Beard-V.P. of Instruction, Wesley Dixon, Jr.-Librarian/ACT Coordinator, Tara Dupree-Enrollment Management, Sonya Graves-Payroll Coordinator, Kelly Robinson-Dean of eLearning, and Michael Tisdale -Maintenance.
There were two employees honored for completing 20 years of service in 2025 including art instructor, Mark Brown and EMT/Health Services provider, Kristen Register. Additionally, there were only two employees, Dr. Victoria Johnson-Piano & Fine Arts instructor and Kandace Martin-Business & Technology instructor, who completed 15 years of service at 91ÁÔĆć.
Nine employees began serving the college 10 years ago including Latishea Crabtree-Greene County Learning Center Administrative Assistant; Brad Ellzey-Automotive/Diesel instructor; Ashley Garick-Practical Nursing instructor; Dr. Kisha Jones-Social Science instructor; Dr. Bharath Kandula-Physics instructor; Gwen Matuszewski-Adult Basic Education/ HSE Prep instructor; Billy Miller-Commercial Truck Driving instructor; Chris Odom-Social Science instructor, and Jamie Williams-Dual Enrollment Coordinator.
More than five years ago, seven people joined the Jones College family. The honorees include Jon Ryan Fennell-Alumni & Foundation Data Strategist, Kimberly Maddox-Associate Degree Nursing instructor, Seth Pierce-Electrical instructor, Tara Pitts-Campus Operations Administrative Assistant, Michael Trest-VP of Innovation & Instruction Design, and Ty Walters-Information Technology.
Each honored employee was given a special item designed for each level of achievement: 5 years-small plaque; 10 years-large plaque; 15 years-clock; 20 years-small acrylic trophy; a medium sized acrylic trophy is given to those with 25 and 30 years and employees with 35 or more years, receive a large plaque.Â
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Jones County Junior College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies: (ADA/ Section 504) Sarah Jones, Director of Counseling & ADA Coordinator, Student Affairs, phone 601-477-4070; email ADACoordinator@jcjc.edu and (Title IX) Dr. Brittany Barron, Title IX Coordinator, Hutcheson Hubbard Administration Building, phone 601-477-4127; email brittany.weatherford@jcjc.edu. Jones County Junior College, 900 South Court Street, Ellisville, MS 39437.
Spring Semester FACULTY LIST Honor Roll Announced
ELLISVILLE – Jones College has announced the 2026 Spring Semester honor roll scholars. Full-time students with 15 hours or more and who maintain the following grade-point averages will make the honor roll: President’s List–4.0; Dean’s List–3.99-3.5: Faculty List–3.49-3.0.
Jones College
Faculty List Honor Roll
Spring 2026
Mar del Plata, Argentina: Camila Belen Piquin.
Willoughby, Australia: Thomas James Garrett.
Ambato, Ecuador: Felipe Fabian Morales Beltran.
Ampthill, England: Stanley Anthony Christopher Georgiou.
Milton Keynes, England: Harry James Guess.
Wolverhampton, England: Marmpeliano Novaku.
Paradis, Norway: Eskil Opheim Insteboe.
Mobile, Alabama: Mamie L Fromdahl.
Huntsville, Alabama: Sway’von L Wheeler.
Loxley, Alabama: Arterus Nigene Moffett.
Millry, Alabama: Caylee J Campbell and Kyleigh Annabelle Williams.
Saraland, Alabama: Damond Jaydon Williams.
Baker, Florida: Madolyn Richelle Mills.
Bartow, Florida: John Victor Acosta.
Atlanta, Georgia: Peyton Alexander Shaw.
Melber, Kentucky: Quinton Jace Sullivan.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana: Kelan Guidry.
Denham Springs, Louisiana: Hayden L Colvin.
Patterson, Louisiana: Braden Mouton.
Prairieville, Louisiana: Diego Manuel Spears.
West Monroe, Louisiana: Brian Chad Moore.
Wyoming, Michigan: Jenna E Reich.
Tyler, Texas: Derek D Hollman.
Adams Natchez: Destiney Brielle Varnado.
Attala Kosciusko: Makynlee Dickerson.
Clarke Enterprise: Harris J Burt.
Clarke Pachuta: Gardarius Rashawn Sterling.
Clarke Quitman: Samantha Ann Barnett, James Dale Blackmon, Tommy J Chambers, Jasmine Gabriele Felps, Audriana D Harris and Sarah B Smith.
Clarke Shubuta: Crishon Brykel Brown and Sheritta Lashell Dear.
Copiah Hazlehurst: Tahlasja Michelle Coleman.
Covington Collins: Okenya Rochelle Barnes, Kuwonja La’queen Bradley, Benson Chen, Danielle Latrice Clark, Samantha Gene Cruise, Tzuriel Ra’john Gibbs, Ethan Reed Harmon, Francisco Hernandez, Devin Armstrong Leflore, Amyiah Lockhart, Zakirah Marie Luvine, Tanesha Magee, Hailey Breanne Martin, De’Angelo D McLaurin, Lyric S McLaurin, Anastasia Onya Nichols, Kantarius Rayshaun Owens and Keylin Salvador.
Covington Mount Olive: Ty’kerria K Feazell, Lacruz Tarue Hayes, Scottie Damarion Haynes, Abbie Gayle Hughes, Katie E Jones and Anarria Mangrum.
Covington Seminary: Anthony P Field, Natalee Dannielle Leggett, Kali Shayden Lowery, Allicha Dianne Martin, Emma Grace Massey, Adam Seth Mauldin, Benjamin Bryce Patterson, Emily Grace Pierce and Keegan Alexander Temich.
Covington Taylorsville: Tripp Randall McGee and Drake A Williamson.
DeSoto Nesbit: Dalton Cole Laughter.
DeSoto Olive Branch: Ottawba K Dickson Jr.
Forrest Hattiesburg: Carter Raymond Bush, Whitney Chianne Clark, Aaron Dakota Clingan, Paige Elizabeth Farris, Jarrod M Hall, Deayra Jamya Henson, Marilyn Auderiana Johnson, Kade Thomas Lott, Dorcas Isabella Pilgram, Ruslan Bryce Saucier and Landen Silas Upton.
Forrest Moselle: Cameron Sawyer Davis.
Forrest Petal: Mason Emile Amacker, Jestine Yvonne Baker-Coleman, Cataryna M Brack, Autumn Lynn Brock, Adeline N Clayton, Dylan B Dykes, Matthew Josiah Eubank, Cameron Renee Forrester, Parker Daniel Haring, Ella OÂ Â Â Jolly, Kylan Rae Kinsey, Holly Miles, Gavin Michael Milstead, Malani N Ouellette, Susan Kennedy Ray, Tyree Marquez Revies, Josh Robinson, Grayson Cole Sanford, Bailey Madison Sims and Emily G Strickland.
Franklin D’Iberville: Angel M Reed.
George Lucedale: Lauren Nicole Classen.
George Lucedale: Keri Henderson.
Greene Leakesville: Jazmane Celest Jones, Jeffrey Cole Helton, Dawson Magee Turner and Kayden Marie Walters.
Greene Lucedale: Harper J James.
Greene McLain: Catherine L Hembree.
Greene Neely: Kennedy L Cooley and Calup Ryan Williams.
Greene Richton: Annah Bryce Clark, Miley Mae Crager, Britton C Dunnam, Unique Jordyn Ford, Mya Ellen Marie Gillie, Breanna Harris, Makayla Rashay Mozingo and Danielle Natosha Roberts.
Grenada Grenada: Luke Westmoreland.
Hancock Bay Saint Louis: Chesley James Rhodes.
Harrison Biloxi: Zharia Tianie Hubbard.
Harrison D’Iberville: Teeale M Wells.
Harrison Gulfport: Tyree Jeremy Barnett, Ashton Casey Przepierski and Brandy Maria Rivenbark.
Harrison Long Beach: Pressley Hayden Carothers and Sarah J Olson.
Hinds Edwards: Jadyn Jakari Garrett.
Hinds Jackson: Shamarye Na Lee and Zantasheia La’maya Marranda Mallett.
Hinds Utica: Charles Wesley Lindsey.
Holmes Lexington: Brittany Nicole Thompson.
Jackson Moss Point: Trinity D Ward.
Jackson Pascagoula: Tamariyah A Washington.
Jackson Vancleave: Kristen Nicole Grimme.
Jasper Bay Springs: Hannah Dove Campbell, Samia Latishia Crosby, Ivan L Davis, Nathan Alexander Gavin, Chandler Lee-Ann McGaughy, Larryonia J Pruitt, Houston Ryan Rhodes, Markeelah Soryah Shanta Sims and Kelo Thigpen.
Jasper Heidelberg: Asia Alayah Deneice Jones, Mercedie Denise Jones, Tyesha Tytiania Jones, Tamara Shanee Stephens, Zakyle Demoud Young and Savanna Grace Edwards.
Jasper Laurel: Gracyn Anderle Foster, Isabella Nicole Jefcoat, Hunter Braydan Riley and Trace Bradford Townsend.
Jasper Louin: Cameron Gail Haralson, Nicholas Thomas Johnstone and Tymeshia Dyshai Moffett.
Jasper Pachuta: Jalen Jaqwon Dixon.
Jasper Paulding: Mariah Ja’nae Agee.
Jasper Soso: Johnny Oliver Hand and Taylor M Price.
Jasper Stringer: Myah Nicole Herrington, Brady Hudson, Xavier Charles Jones, Cera Ashleigh Thompson, Caitlyn Michelle Varner and Taylor Mone Whittaker.
Jefferson Davis Bassfield: Taylor Elise Fairley.
Jefferson Davis New Hebron: Gracyn Lee Sistrunk.
Jefferson Davis Prentiss: Shelby Bridges, Macy V Conley and Johnathan Ulices Flores.
Jones Elisville: Azaire Alycia Hailes, Elisha Paul Arroyo, Ethan Beech, Gabrielle Elizabeth Marie Boudreaux, Tonancy Carranza, Isabella Grace Ellzey, Madyson Shae Gardner, Alexis Rayne Hendry, Delylah Belle Holland, Everitt Kimble Hosey, Chloe Madison Jarrell, Conner Lane Johnson, Lexie B Jones, Dalton Jerrod Keys, Alexis Michelle Lunn, Zaynyn Aubrey McInnis, Kyron Jacob Murphy, Olivia Grace Parish, Aubrey Kate Patterson, E’marria Shardai Phillips, Raziah Arrianna Rambo, Jamie Romero Fernandez, Gabrielle Lynn Scott, Dayne Austin Strickland and Samuel R Yelverton.
Jones Hattiesburg: James Henry Ellis.
Jones Heidelberg: Emily Paige Davis.
Jones Laurel: Henry Acevedo Rosas, Talmadge B Anderson, Caden J Arrington, John Ethan Bartholomew, Aviana B Beavers, Quavion K Bell, Holden E Brabham, Lauren Grace Bridges, Kilah Rae Bustin, Jennifer Carrera, Zykiria J Cooley, Alex De Jesus, Adelaide G Dixon, Jakera Natay Ducksworth, William Riley Edwards, John Englade, Keila Rebecca Escamilla, William Eli Fikes, Jaden N Flynt, Addyson Raelee Foster, Alyse Michelle Frazier, Liliana Patricia Gregorio Garcia, Jaylyn Paige Gatlin, Andy Na Gutierrez, Eilleen M Hancock, Nadiah Quiarah Harmon, Hannah Harrison, Marcie D Harrison, Madilyn Leigh Heathcock, Christa Leanna Hegwood, Stephanie Yesenia Hernandez, Kelbi Ann Herring, Hailey Olivia Yang Hogue, Sasha N Hogue, Hannah J Hupe, Noah Dylan Jefcoat, Jakendis Atarius Jones, Corieonna King, Maitin Ariel Lainez, Jaylin Caleahry Lang, Julie Marie Legros, Cadie Breann Lowe, Tyler Braxton McBride, Alexis Nicol McQueen, Shamon Pedro Miranda, Dallas Emmanuel Moore, Makenzie Ashlyn Moore, Dylan Mckinley Moss, Sonny D Murry, Ethan P Nail, Thomas A Neal, Reagen Miles Parker, Anna Patrice Patterson, Jennifer Magen Pennington, Agustin Ramirez, Nola Rae Reid, Vangelis Rivera, Alexander Rodriguez, Daniel Na Ruiz, Franklin Thomas Sanford, Jaxon Bryce Shafer, Charles Lavell Shows, Lisa J Simon Perez, Allyson D Sims, Dakota Allen Smith, Kara Sheldon Spradley, Terica Amyjah Straughn, Emily Grace Stringer, Dexyia Terena Sullivan, Calloway Karder Taylor, Javo Xavier Terrell, Ashten R Thornsberry, Sterling Alexander Touchstone, Nelly M Vela Gonzalez, Alex Gianluca Virgen, Chance Treyvon Walker, Luke J Waluk, Annie Elizabeth Wells, Braxton Tate White, Lekita Danielle Williams, Byesha Shar’dae Williamson, Maggie Elizabeth Williamson, Malea A Windham, Matthew G Wynn, Jhaimaiya Denise Young and Shakira Shaniece Young.
Jones Moselle: Destiny Adams, Brady Butler, Carlos Adrian Cruz, Addison Bernice Everett, Mary A Hodges, Jennie Kiara Wilson Lee, Alex Christopher Mixon, Virginia Sanchez Paz, Elizabeth Kay Thomas, Abigail G Trejo and John Sawyer Williamson.
Jones Ovett: Landon Bradley Pool.
Jones Petal: Kaitlyn B Ellis.
Jones Sandersville: Destiny M Walker.
Jones Seminary: Vanessa Lyn Thornton.
Jones Soso: Meribella Rose Bufkin, Emma Cash, Sadie B Sanders, Lanie J Shows and Adria Gabrielle Stephenson.
Jones Taylorsville: Jeremiah R Musgrove.
Lafayette Oxford: Jadamien Dante Clayton.
Lamar Hattiesburg: Krista Sharee Adamick, Alexandria Quinn Dungy, Deyonta Rydell Edmond, Jackson S Fisher, Kassidi Leigh Fitzgerald, Erika Shawnic Caprice Henderson, Kianna Saniya Hunter, Dylan A Johnson, Ryder Ray Light, Luci Kate Massey, Keoshia McNair, Wyatt Douglas Moorehead, Taliyah Marie Pack, Alberto Antonio Pascual, Ella R Phillips, Jacob Patrick Reagan, Brooks Carson Roberts, Jadyn Jamaria Sharkey, Darell Elbert Shows, Kaiden  Dewayne Smith, Akeenan Brealon Strahan, Ireanna Rimiyah Trotter, Catherine Elise Turner, Vincent Chase Voltolina and Caleb G Wheat.
Lamar Moselle: Mariah A Overstreet.
Lamar Purvis: Chad Michael Anderson, Landon Paul Fontes, Sullivan Scott Jones, Joshua Adam Melton, Vanteshia Shina Preston, Gabriela Maria Ysabel Rosales, Ronald Shorts, Sela Lee Spiers and Kailee Diane Stroud.
Lamar Sumrall: Caleb A Bailey, Claire Marie Carpenter, John Faler, Macy M Herrington, Hayden Kalani Isabel, Aaliyah Jermya Ishman, Jazmyne Aaliyah Pressley and Tyler Marquis Rogers.
Lauderdale Collinsville: Breelyn Jade Cain.
Lauderdale Meridian: Elisa Cook and Artecia Marie Crowell.
Lawrence Jayess: Kaitlyn R Kelly.
Lawrence Monticello: Gracelyn Summer Knight.
Lawrence Silver Creek: Mattie Ann McRaney and Micah Murry.
Lee Okolona: Lamarah Cleaves.
Lee Saltillo: Baylor M Phillips.
Lincoln Brookhaven: Caroline Hardy Kilpatrick and Austin Rylee.
Madison Canton: Amari Jamal Dixon and Artis Cooper Rayburn.
Madison Flora: Jaylee Susan Weems.
Madison Madison: Ethan Angel Duarte.
Madison Ridgeland: Janeika Reshay Thigpen.
Marion Columbia: Chloe Kay Arinder, Alarea Jakia Brown, Tessa J Brown, Taylor Brooks Dease and Kaden Sistrunk.
Marion Kokomo: Natalie L Holmes.
Neshoba Philadelphia: Myrehnia Chiquale Clemons, Cole Markel Dupree, Zharia Nikayla Leflore.
Newton Newton: Devin George Smith and Raven Walker.
Pearl River Lumberton: Mathias Raymond Westmoreland.
Perry Beaumont: Diamond Deshae Bolton, Paul Ignatius James, Jkylon Martavious Lawrence, Vennit Barkley Mathis, Ariel Josephine McDonald, Jonnetta Shaquita Moore, Andrew Chad Nelson and Rylie Morgan Stuart.
Perry Brooklyn: Branson D McDaniel.
Perry New Augusta: Chloe Michelle Fairley, Trace Duran Hinton and Sophia Lynn Morrow.
Perry Ovett: Adriana Aleatha Anderson Walley.
Perry Petal: Dakota J Broome.
Perry Richton: Nathan Byrd, Christopher Lauren Fairley, Destiney Kaylee Marie Husband, Presley Mills, Kaylan Belle Powell, Jessica Rose Shows and Lauren Amelia Smith.
Rankin Brandon: Daniel P Brown, Caleb A Harris, Layla Sharon McCollum, Gavin A Myers, Samuel B Oakley, Jordan Nicole Robinson and Duncan C Thortis.
Rankin Braxton: Landon Brooks Boyd.
Rankin Flowood: Katie Brooke Hennington.
Rankin Morton: Mackenzie Paige Walker.
Rankin Pearl: Brax T Rials.
Rankin Pelahatchie: Ian Race Holliday and Caden A Smith.
Scott Forest: Alyssa Ciara Barnes, Timarian Letahjrick Burks and Derrick Aveion Little.
Scott Lena: Amiyah Chanell Burks.
Scott Morton: Ashlynn Morado and Austin Lee Traxler.
Simpson Harrisville: Tyonna K Coleman.
Simpson Magee: Hunter Aaron Booth, Marlee Rayann Dampeer, Kalyn Brianna Fletcher, Delarrius Monteze Hayes, Semya Zykia Magee, Tyreunna McGhee, Jamecia Amya Robinson and Hanna Grace Sullivan.
Simpson Mendenhall: Samantha Shanice McAfee, Payton Lane Purvis and Madison Nikole Worrell.
Simpson New Hebron: Anastasia Taylor.
Smith Bay Springs: Boyd Nichols Hillman and Katrina Veatrice James.
Smith Collins: Regan Keyes.
Smith Louin: Brianna A Boutwell, T’oreion T McCurdy and Trudie Wilson.
Smith Magee: Rosemary Taylor Allen and Lily Ann Davis.
Smith Mize: Redding Myles Day, Betsy Valleen Eubanks, Alexis D Kittrell and Dillon Gustaf Everett Lee.
Smith Mount Olive: Jessica Leigh Robinson
Smith Raleigh: Dakota Jade Blakeney, Daniel Clifton Lane, Kaylea Rogers and Nathan Allen Rose.
Smith Taylorsville: Jewel Victoria Gunther, Merigrace Gambrell Hawkins, Denzell Azar Moffett, Kolbee J Moore, Liah Allisabeth Shutters, Dillon C Smith, Saylor Grace Sullivan, Chloe M Tanner, Roselyn Roshell Williams and London   F Young.
Walthall Tylertown: Amelia Lashell Johnson and Takya Lashell Johnson.
Warren Vicksburg: Christopher Shane Madison.
Wayne Buckatunna: Zachary Joseph Carr, Keithen Nelson, Zavious Jarkeis Owens, Sarah Mackenzie Sellers.
Wayne Laurel: Kimberly M Foster.
Wayne Richton: Maci Victoria Walley.
Wayne Shubuta: Marleigh Payge Stewart.
Wayne State Line: Mickeal Lannice Binder, Kaydnse Ja’niya Breland, Ariel Rinn Henderson, Lauren Olivia Guy and Jaxson Robert Jordan.
Wayne Waynesboro: Kyanna Ruth Allen, Ja’miya T Blakney, Jamyah Quintaye Brown, Bristen Bruce, Stephen Cooper Bynum, Addison Kate Clark, Austin Ciecle Cochran, James Carter Cochran, Jensyn Ried Coxwell, Auriunna K Davis, Bayleigh J Edwards, Shaniya Tyriel Evans, Carlysia Rekira Everett, Rolexis Myesha George, Caleb Isaiah Holifield, Savannah Deann Holifield, Coley Danielle Jenkins, Logan Elizabeth Jordan, Cquarria M Lynn, Victor Lewis Payton, Myka S Pitts, Ella Revette, Audrey Leighann Roach, Grenetta Sharnise Roberts, Ana Grace Shaw, Kassidy A Shirley, Kiley D Stevison, Cayden Wyatt Street, Princess Q Sumrall, Kemya Alese Wesley, Anastin C West and Jalyn B West.
Yazoo Vaughan: Khalee Autrice Harrison.