Each week during the school year, the Jackson Parish Hospital presents an outstanding student-athlete from Jonesboro-Hodge, Quitman, and Weston High School with the Student/Athlete of the Week Award. Each recipient is chosen by a select group of faculty and staff from the representative institutions for their academic and athletic achievements and receives a special Jackson Parish Hospital Athlete of the Week t-shirt.

Earning accolades the week of April 12-17, 2026 is

Kayden Smith – Sophomore on the Weston High School track team
Jayden Harts – Senior on the Quitman High School track team
Sa’Tavia Qualls – Senior on the Jonesboro-Hodge High School girls softball team

Join the Jackson Parish Hospital and the Jackson Parish Journal in congratulating and applauding these athletes for their commitment, dedication, and achievements in the classroom, as well as their outstanding athletic endeavors!