On Wednesday, January 14, the JHES 2025-26 Elementary Student of the Year and the 2026-27 Prospective Elementary Student of the Year candidates traveled to the University of Louisiana at Monroe for post-secondary insight.

The college experience included a glance at various areas of study, organizations, and athletic programs, as well as meeting ULM President Carrie L. Castille. The campus tour ended with a tasty lunch in the dining hall!

Representing JHES was:
Tytus Campbell, 4th Grader, Prospective 26-27 Student of the Year
Oliver Cox, 4th Grader, Prospective 26-27 Student of the Year
Tyler Newton, Jr., 4th Grader, Prospective 26-27 Student of the Year
Sophia Higgins, 5th Grader, 25-26 J-HES Student of the Year

“It is an honor to partner with United Way Region 8. I appreciate their efforts to expose our students to post-secondary pathways so that they can make informed and purposeful choices in their pathway to adult success. Preparation begins as early as the elementary level!” Ms. Copeland, Principal.