Smilow Prep

Smilow Prep

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A RePublic Schools middle school serving scholars in North and West Jackson.

🏫 Welcome to Smilow Prep, a dynamic open-enrollment public charter school serving students from 5th to 8th grade! πŸŽ“ Join us at the Eagles’ Nest, where we fly high and set the standard for academic excellence and community spirit! πŸ¦…βœ¨

06/05/2026

At Smilow Prep, we are blessed with incredible educators and leaders who go above and beyond for our scholars, staff, and school community every day. Their dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence help our Eagles soar to new heights.

πŸ‘ Congratulations to our 2025–2026 Excellence Award Winners:

Thank you for leading with purpose and helping set the standard of excellence.

05/30/2026

Thank you to the Mississippi Charter Schools Association for highlighting the incredible leadership of Dr. Lajuan Gray, Principal of Smilow Prep.

We are grateful for the opportunity to share the purpose, passion, and commitment that drive the work happening at Smilow Prep every day. Dr. Gray’s dedication to scholars, families, and staff continues to inspire excellence and create opportunities for our students to thrive.

Thank you for supporting charter school leaders across Mississippi and for helping shine a light on the impact of public charter schools.

πŸ¦…β€οΈπŸ’™

05/30/2026

πŸ“¬πŸ¦… Smilow Prep Families, Check Your Mailboxes! πŸ¦…πŸ“¬

Report cards have officially been mailed and are on the way home!

We are proud of the hard work, growth, and achievements our Eagles have shown this school year. Be sure to review your scholar’s report card and celebrate their accomplishments.

πŸ“ If your report card is returned due to an incorrect mailing address, our office will reopen on June 15 and we will be happy to assist you.

β˜€οΈ Have a safe, fun, and restful summer, Eagles! We can’t wait to see you soar even higher next year.

β€οΈπŸ’™ Smilow Prep Eagles
Fueled Here. Built to Soar.

Photos from Smilow Prep's post 05/21/2026

SMILOW PREP FIELD DAY 2026 WAS ONE FOR THE BOOKS! πŸŽ‰πŸ”₯πŸ¦…

The energy was HIGH, the smiles were BIG, and the memories were unforgettable! From giant obstacle courses and basketball games to snowballs, sweet treats, music, and nonstop laughter, our scholars had the BEST time celebrating an amazing school year! πŸ§πŸ€πŸŽ―πŸ’™β€οΈ

Seeing our Eagles smiling, bonding, competing, and simply enjoying being kids is what it’s all about. Moments like these remind us that school is more than academics, it’s family, culture, experiences, and joy.

Thank you to every staff member, volunteer, and supporter who helped make today special for our scholars. Smilow Prep showed up and showed OUT! πŸ’ͺ🏽✨

Drop a ❀️ if you spot your scholar!

Photos from Smilow Prep's post 05/21/2026

Yesterday we celebrated our amazing 6th grade scholars! πŸŽ‰β€οΈ

This year our scholars worked extremely hard, showed growth, overcame challenges, and continued to push toward excellence every single day. We are so proud of all they have accomplished both inside and outside of the classroom.

From academic achievements to leadership, character, and perseverance, our 6th graders truly showed what it means to be part of THEE STANDARD at Smilow Prep! πŸ¦…

Thank you to our families, teachers, and staff for supporting our scholars throughout the year. The future is bright, and we can’t wait to see our scholars continue to soar!

05/17/2026

πŸŽ‰πŸ“Ί Big news from Smilow Prep!

This morning, Smilow Prep was recognized on Good Morning America for our β€œGive This Note to a Teacher” TikTok video during a special segment celebrating teachers at the end of the school year! 🍎✨

GMA highlighted the positivity and heart behind the video while recognizing the incredible impact educators make every single day. We are proud to celebrate our teachers and the love, encouragement, and dedication they pour into our scholars daily.

Shoutout to all educators who continue to inspire, lead, and make a difference! β€οΈπŸ¦…

05/15/2026

πŸŽ“ New Scholar Orientation is almost here at Smilow Prep!
We are excited to welcome all new scholars and families for our Mandatory New Scholar Orientation as we prepare for an amazing 2026–2027 school year! πŸ’™πŸ’›
πŸ“… Saturday, May 23
⏰ 1:00 PM
πŸ“ Smilow Prep
787 E. Northside Drive
During orientation, families will:
βœ… Meet teachers and school leaders
βœ… Complete registration and submit documents
βœ… Learn about school policies and expectations
βœ… Learn about Scholar Supports services and programs
πŸ“„ Please bring:
β€’ Birth Certificate
β€’ 121 Shot Record
β€’ Social Security Card
β€’ Parent ID
β€’ 2 Proofs of Residency

πŸ“² RSVP today: bit.ly/3Rcb1BE

05/11/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from the Smilow Prep Family! ❀️

Today we celebrate all the amazing mothers, grandmothers, bonus moms, and mother figures who pour endless love, strength, and support into our scholars every single day. Nothing compares to a mother’s love β€” it is powerful, selfless, and unconditional.

Thank you for all that you do. We honor and appreciate you today and every day. πŸŒ·πŸ’

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787 E Northside Drive
Jackson, MS
39206

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3:40pm
Tuesday 8am - 3:40pm
Wednesday 8am - 1:30pm
Thursday 8am - 3:40pm
Friday 8am - 3:40pm