Wa-Hoo Nation came out in force this past Friday – Sunday, June 27-29, as a large contingent of classmates, graduates, and family members associated with Jackson High School in Jonesboro came together to celebrate the tradition-rich 36-years of educational history over the years of 1937 – 1973 during the 15th annual School Wide Reunion.

The gala event began on the morning of Friday, June 27th, when attendees gathered at the Boyer Bell Administration Building in Jonesboro to register for all of the planned activities scheduled to take place over the three-day span.

That evening, the always enjoyed “Purple and White” banquet took place at the Charles H. Garrett Community Center in Jonesboro, where attendees were treated to an inspiring and entertaining message by professional Comedian and Actor, Lee Marvin Adams, who is a 1975 Jonesboro-Hodge High School graduate.

On the morning of Saturday, June 28th, activity returned to the Charles H. Garrett Community Center for a breakfast and annual alumni meeting before shifting outdoors to view the commemorative parade. Featured prominently were past JHS Alumni Associatioin Presidents James Bradford and Dr. Liz White, along with the current President, Gary Mims, serving as Grand Marshals.

Everyone then reconvened at the Charles H. Garrett Community Center for an indoor picnic that led up to “Class Night” later that evening, where former graduation class members enjoyed the opportunity to reconnect with long-lost classmates and friends from other classes as well as remember those who have passed on to their reward.

The memorable event drew to a close on Sunday, June 29th, when all gathered at the Boyer Bell Administration Building for a special Worship Service that featured Dr. Melvin Zeno, who was a 1963 Jackson High School graduate, as guest speaker, followed by a farewell luncheon.