JPS-Tougaloo Early College High School

We are proud to announce that our School of Innovation status has been renewed by the Mississippi Department of Education! Here’s to more years of providing equitable access to a post secondary education to the scholars of Jackson Public Schools ! 💙❤️💙❤️

At the May 5 Jackson Public Schools Board meeting, the Mississippi Department of Education presented JPS with official banners recognizing two Schools of Innovation.

JPS created the JPS–Tougaloo Early College High School (JTECHS) and the Jackson Middle College Programs to give scholars strong head starts beyond high school. Through these programs, scholars have the opportunity to earn both a high school diploma and an associate degree from Tougaloo College or Jackson State University.

These initiatives reflect the district’s continued focus on preparing scholars with the skills, knowledge, and mindset needed for success in college and career pathways.

Each time JPS renews its application with the state, the district is honored with these official banners from MDE, a recognition of the ongoing work happening across Jackson schools.

Chinelo Graves with MDE noted, “The things that have been put in place in Jackson, even many years ago, others are aspiring to accomplish.”

Congratulations to our principals and teams supporting each school and keep up the great work!

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Dr. Tony Latiker, Dean, Jackson State University College of Education and Human Development

Dr. Shelita McCadney, Principal, Jackson Middle College - JPS

Chinelo Graves, Director of Innovation, Mississippi Department of Education

Dr. Laketia Marshall-Thomas, JPS Assistant Superintendent of High Schools

Ashley Molden, Principal, JPS-Tougaloo Early College High School

Dr. Josiah Sampson III, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Tougaloo College

Dr. Errick L. Greene, Superintendent, Jackson Public Schools

City of Jackson - Government
Hinds County, MS
Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus

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During Teacher Appreciation Week at the May 5 Board meeting, outstanding educators within Jackson Public Schools were recognized for their exceptional dedication to science education and scholar achievement. These teachers demonstrated an unwavering commitment by leading impactful school-level science fairs with over 100 scholar participants and supporting scholars as they advanced to district, regional, and state competitions.

Their efforts extended beyond the classroom, as they mentored scholars to think critically, communicate scientific reasoning, and strive for excellence. Through their leadership and persistence, scholars were not only successful in competition but also positioned for future academic opportunities, including scholarships.

In recognition of their impact, and in partnership with Enough! Girl Get Up, each educator received a Certificate of Outstanding Dedication and $100 classroom bucks, honoring their leadership, mentorship, and commitment to advancing science education and scholar success.

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Dr. Latissha Graves Nash – Science Instructional Coach & Curriculum Lead, Office of Teaching and Learning; Founder, Enough! Girl Get Up
Ms. Marian Howze – Middle School Science Educator, Cardozo Middle School - JPS
Ms. Paulette Moore – High School Science Educator, JPS-Tougaloo Early College High School

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Mrs. Felicia Sheriff Dulaney – Elementary Science Educator, Obama Magnet Elementary School - JPS

These educators exemplify excellence and dedication, continuing to inspire the next generation of scientists, doctors, and innovators within Jackson Public Schools.

Talk about a Sunday well spent! Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Congratulations JPS-Tougaloo Early College High School Graduating Class of 2026. 🎓👏🏽

This group just made history. This year’s class represents the largest number of scholars to earn an associate degree through the program, with 31 scholars hitting that milestone. Let that sink in… high school diploma AND a college degree at the same time. That’s major.

For those who may not know, Jackson Public Schools launched the JPS-Tougaloo Early College High School program in partnership with Tougaloo College back in 2018. Since then, scholars have been doing the work, balancing high school requirements while taking real college courses on a college campus. Scholars must maintain at least a 3.0, show up, stay focused, and carry themselves the right way. And this class did exactly that.

From ninth grade to senior year, they stayed the course, pushed through the challenges, and took full advantage of an opportunity that’s setting them up for what’s next in a big way.

Class of 2026, you didn’t just graduate… you’ve set the bar high for every class coming behind you. 💙

📸Darek Ashley

Top row from left to right
Javious Spann
Jordin Hurd
Anna Martin
Kayle Cornelius
Kalynn Boyd
Theo Milnor
Ty Washington

Second row from left to right
Marvin Sanders, Jr.
Aliya Smith
Travis Collins
Cambreh Spires
Nykenzie Tillis
Keely Byars
Jatalya Williams
Marlasha Johnson
Carmen Ware
Shelbie Walker
Khloe Robinson

First row from left to right
Grace Short
Faith Malembeka
Neilan Williams
Logan White
Clarissa Coleman
Toni Caldwell
Zeniah Campbell
Nicholas Sivak
Omarion Tanner
Avery Johnson
Chales Dishmon

Not pictured Shaniah Redd and Marvin Summers

From Howard University, Tulane University, Spelman College, and Tougaloo College—the Class of 2026 is making major moves! 🎉

Our Regal Eagles are soaring into their next chapter, and we couldn’t be prouder of the dedication, growth, and hustle it took to get here. The countdown to graduation is officially on—next stop: greatness! 🦅🎓

We’re hosting a Senior Networking Social on May 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM and are looking for business and community leaders to connect with our graduating seniors!
Come share your career journey, offer advice, and help students build connections for their future.
• Message us if you’re interested in attending or supporting!

Week 2 is under way! Thank you to everyone who supported last week. This week we’re collecting gift cards to grocery stores and restaurants. We’re also taking orders for our buttons! Buttons are being sold for $3 by our booster club and all proceeds will be given to the family!

Join us as we celebrate month in support of our Miss Freshman Brooklynn Bowser. Brook, as she is affectionately called, was recently diagnosed with Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, a rare and aggressive cancer.

As Brook’s family focuses on her treatments, we are coming together to support them on this journey! All donations can be dropped off in our school’s front office. The link to the fundraiser established by the family can be found in the comments.

J-TECHS is proud to be !

This Throwback Thursday we are pausing to celebrate our Excellence Awards winners! During our first semester awards day we paused to celebrate our Parent and Teacher of the Year!

Our school community selected Mrs. Christina Coleman, parent of senior Clarissa Coleman, as our Parent of the Year for 2025-2026. Additionally, Ms. Sonya Bolls, 9th grade Mathematics teacher, was selected as our Teacher of Year. Both of these ladies personify what it means to be excellent members who go above and beyond to enhance our school community!

❤️ Happy National School Counseling Week! ❤️

We would be remiss not to recognize our counselor during this special celebration. Congratulations to Mrs. Fleming Jackson on being named Jackson Public Schools 2025–2026 Counselor of the Year! 🎉

Your dedication, compassion, and tireless advocacy for our students do not go unnoticed. You lead with heart, purpose, and excellence, and the impact you make every day reaches far beyond your office walls. We are incredibly proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor and even more grateful to have you as part of the JTECHS family.

Congratulations on this amazing achievement! 💐