Nine track and field athletes from the three area public high schools will be recognized by the Jackson Parish School Board at their monthly meeting to be held at 11:00 am on June 12th in the meeting room of the Jackson Parish School District Central Office. 

Being honored by board members Gerry Mims, Rick Barlow, Paulette Belton, Dennis Clary, Calvin Waggoner (President) Mary Saulters and Wade McBride along with JPSD Superintendent David Claxton will be:

Jonesboro Hodge High School
Zion Gray – Boys Triple Jump
Savantez Phillips – Boys 110 Meter Hurdles
Quitman High School
Emma Carter – Girls High Jump (3 Consecutive Years)
Bryan Lay – Boys Pole Vault (2 Consecutive Years)
Nathan Harvey – Boys 4X200 Relay
Brayden Smith – Boys 4X200 Relay
Geoffrey Maxwell – Boys 4X200 Relay
Jayden Harts – Boys 4X200 Relay
Weston High School
Jalexiah Claridy – Girls Shot Put

In additional action the Ruston Daily Leader will be considered to act as the Official Journal for JPSB for fiscal year July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024. The election results regarding the continuation of the tax millage for Consolidated School District #1 is also expected to be adopted. Acceptance of recommended by the various Committees will be the final items on the agenda.

In accordance with the Americans Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact David Claxton at 318-259-4456 describing the assistance that is necessary.