{"id":6975,"date":"2026-08-25T11:07:31","date_gmt":"2026-08-25T17:07:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jcjc.edu\/jcnews\/?p=6975"},"modified":"2026-08-25T11:07:31","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T17:07:31","slug":"ready-to-serve-jones-college-health-sciences-graduates-celebrate-summer-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jcjc.edu\/jcnews\/social-media\/ready-to-serve-jones-college-health-sciences-graduates-celebrate-summer-success\/","title":{"rendered":"Ready to Serve: Jones College Health Sciences Graduates Celebrate Summer Success"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Ellisville, MS – For dozens of Jones College students, summer 2026 marked more than the completion of a program. It marked the beginning of a new chapter – one built through long hours, hands-on training, determination, and, for many, sacrifices made both inside and outside of the classroom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students from several programs within the Jones College School of Health Sciences celebrated graduation and pinning ceremonies this summer, including Pharmacy Technology, Cosmetology, Practical Nursing, and Emergency Medical Technology\/Paramedic programs. From future nurses, paramedics, and pharmacy technicians to cosmetology professionals, graduates are now prepared to take the skills they developed at Jones into communities across Mississippi and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paramedic Graduates Achieve 100 Percent Certification Pass Rate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jones College Paradmedic graduates<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For Jones College\u2019s paramedic graduates, success came almost immediately after their pinning ceremony. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within just 24 hours of being pinned, 100 percent of the graduating Paramedic class had passed the required certification examination, meaning every graduate became a certified paramedic within a day of completing the program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among those celebrating the milestone was Brooke Moore, whose journey through Jones College’s Emergency Medical Services programs began with EMT in 2022 and continued through Advanced EMT and Paramedic training. After previously completing the Paramedic program but struggling to pass the certification exam, Moore returned to Jones determined to reach her goal. In 2026, she completed the program again and joined her classmates in achieving the historic 100 percent pass rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The accomplishment reflects both the preparation provided through Jones College\u2019s Emergency Medical Technology program and the commitment of students entering a profession where knowledge, quick decision-making and the ability to remain calm under pressure can directly impact lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summer 2026 Paramedic graduates were: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kelli Allen – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Phillip Boyd – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hunter Emfinger – Covington County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leah Green – Jasper County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dustin Lucas – Copiah County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holly Norris – Greene County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ashtin Parnell – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stefani Pickering – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practical Nursing Graduates Celebrate the Finish Line<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For students completing Jones College\u2019s Practical Nursing program, reaching graduation often represents an accomplishment shared by an entire family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This summer, Jones celebrated Practical Nursing graduates through two pinning ceremonies – one for students at the Ellisville campus and one for students at the Jasper County Learning Center campus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fast-paced and academically demanding program requires significant commitment, but many students complete it while carrying responsibilities that extend well beyond the classroom. Some are single parents or care for other dependents, and many work while attending school to support themselves and their families. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Balancing those responsibilities with classes, clinical experiences, studying, and exams makes reaching the pinning ceremony especially meaningful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

During each ceremony, students were also recognized with individual awards. At the Jasper County pinning ceremony, Cera Thompson received the Florence Nightingale Award, Shantoni Jones received the Academic Award, and Raven Walker received the Rising Star Award. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jones College Jasper County Practical Nursing graduates<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jasper County Practical Nursing graduates were: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alexis House-Walker – Jasper County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jacey Mangrum – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shantoni Jones – Jasper County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lily Null – Lauderdale County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alexus Jones – Jasper County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Raven Walker – Newton County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Asheala Horne – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Craylan Chapman – Clarke County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dakota Blakeney – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anna Lee Guy – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cera Jones Thompson – Jasper County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nick Hillman – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Laura McKinley – Jasper County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Practical Nursing graduates from the Jones College Ellisville campus participate in the lamp lighting ceremony, a traditional rite of passage that honors Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

At the Ellisville pinning ceremony, Holly Miles received the Florence Nightingale Award, Sarah Kelly received the Academic Award, and Zaida Morales received the Rising Star Award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bailey Sims – Forrest County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brandon Pack – Covington County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breazae Redwood – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Byesha Williamson – Wayne County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cquarria Lynn – Wayne County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gracie Bates – Perry County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hailey Graves – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holly Miles – Mahoning County (Ohio)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jasmine Dampier – Pike County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jennie Wilson Lee – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jhai’Maiya Young – Scott County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jkylon Lawrence – Perry County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keila Escamilla – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keoshia McNair – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Malaika Lowe – Harrison County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Markel Parker – Wayne County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mea Cooley – Wayne County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rolexis George – Wayne County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Roselyn Roshell Williams – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sabrina Rena Barnett – Jasper County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Samantha McAfee-Williams – Simpson County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sarah Nicole Kelly – Lowndes County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shaniya Tyriel Evans – Wayne County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vanteshia Preston – Lawrence County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Zaida Morales – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alexis Rayne Hendry – Jasper County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Madison Nikole Worrell – Simpson County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abigayle Grace Marek – Forrest County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Claire Carpenter – Lamar County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ty’Kerria Feazell – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kelsey Graves – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Patience Pettis – Lamar County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pharmacy Technology Graduates Ready to Serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eight students also completed Jones College\u2019s Pharmacy Technology program this summer, preparing them for careers that place them alongside pharmacists and other healthcare professionals in serving patients and helping ensure medications are prepared and distributed safely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jones College Pharmacy Technician graduates reciting the oath of a Pharmacy Technician<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Summer 2026 Pharmacy Technology graduates were: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kelsey Butler – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emma Fulcher – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Asia Jones – Jasper County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kylan Kinsey – Forrest County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kassidy Shirley – Wayne County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brianna Wade – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tykeivia Watts – Clarke County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kristiona Williams – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cosmetology Graduates Turn Skills into Careers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Twenty students completed Jones College\u2019s Cosmetology program this summer, including Katelyn Horn of Smith County, who was recognized as Top of the Class. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through classroom instruction and hands-on experience, Cosmetology students develop technical and professional skills that prepare them to pursue careers in an industry centered on creativity, client care, and personal service.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jones College Cosmetology graduates seated during the 2026 graduation ceremony<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Summer 2026 Cosmetology graduates were:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Katelyn Horn – Smith County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Damaris DeJesus – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Katie Dunn – Rankin County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Johana Gabriel – Covington County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Macy Herrington – Lamar County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Briuna Keys – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hannah Latham – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Audrey Maggard – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emoree McNeil – Harrison County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sarah McCree – Wayne County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kaylee Newman – Wayne County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sophia Paule\u2019 – Shelby County (Tennessee)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Johanna Blaire Pope – Covington County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kathryn Randazzo – Pearl River County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tiyanequa Rigsby – Perry County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gracie Roberts – George County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shelby Robertson, Sr. – Jones County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kennedy Williams – Jasper County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Raven T\u2019Lyiah Wolfe – Covington County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kansas Young – Walthall County<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While their programs and career paths may look different, Jones College\u2019s summer health sciences graduates share something in common: each reached a milestone that required commitment, persistence, and a willingness to keep moving forward. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For some, graduation means beginning a first career. For others, it represents a new opportunity, a career change,ge or the chance to provide greater stability for their families. And for many, the people waiting in the audience at their pinning or graduation ceremony were part of the journey, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The skills these graduates gained at Jones will now travel with them into hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, emergency response agencies, salons, and communities throughout the region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their time at Jones may have just been a stop along the way, but summer 2026 proved just how far that road can lead. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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