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Big Ideas 2026

(9/24) PHS Sophomores enjoyed their Big Ideas experience. They were able to explore over 30 skilled trade career choices through the use of virtual reality headsets and also spend time in the Big Ideas Learning Lab exploring careers like crane operation, welding and painting. Thank you to the Toyota Wellspring Education Fund and all their generous partners who made this special opportunity possible for our students!
ICC delegates and representative in CCR classroom

ICC Visits CCR

(9/24) ICC Indian Delegation Representatives Kason Moss and Emma Klaire Nichols and ICC Recruiter Stroud Mills visited and spoke to juniors and seniors in College and Career Readiness classes. The group talked about the ICC Admissions process, programs of study, campus life, and many other related topics. Students were also allowed time to ask the group questions.

Thank you, ICC, for your support and encouragement of our students!
Elizabeth McClendon - MDOC, standing in front of tv in CCR room

Guest Speaker: Elizabeth McClendon - MDOC

(9/21) We thank Elizabeth McClendon, Probation/Parole Agent with the Mississippi Department of Corrections, for visiting and speaking with College and Career Readiness students. She spoke about career pathways, requirements, job descriptions and benefits of working with MDOC. She also talked about different types of probation and parole, drug court, treatment programs and tools and resources used to help people get rehabilitated and get back into society.
Guest speaker - Bryant Southward of Northrop Grumman

Bryant Southward of Northrop Grumman Speaks to CCR Students

(9/16) We thank Mr. Bryant Southward, who works in the fields of industrial, manufacturing, and aerospace engineering for Northrop Grumman, for visiting CCR and speaking to students about the aerospace and defense industry. We appreciate him guiding our students to realize the viable and exciting STEM career paths which are available and helping students realize what it takes to succeed in those fields.
FCA students and Cage Mills in the teachers lounge with the coffee and breakfast foods

FCA Encouraging Teachers

(9/16) FCA students brightened teachers' Wednesday morning, showing up with Mae's To-Go Cup coffee, breakfast snacks, and fruit. What an encouragement to start the day! Acts of kindness such as this uplifts spirits! We appreciate them so much! ❤️ ☕️

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