For the District, the JMCSS Podcast, is a presentation of the Jackson-Madison County School System in partnership with Forever Communications.
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This week we’re visiting with former North Side basketball great Sha Brooks. One of the most decorated student‑athletes in North Side history, Sha finished her career with 2,030 points, 593 rebounds, and 487 assists while leading the Lady Indians to
We're sitting down with former JMCSS educator Mona Lisa Lanier to celebrate her lasting impact on both the district and the Jackson community as a longtime dance instructor. We'll discuss her nearly three decades of service with JMCSS, the work she co
Dr. Wesley Johnson is joining Jackson-Madison County Schools as the new Chief Portfolio Officer. A former South Side Hawk, he returns to West Tennessee after building an impressive career in the charter school sector. In this episode, Dr. Johnson shares h
We’re breaking the rules on Episode 112 by talking about the first day of school right after the year ends. You’ll hear from two incoming principals — Dr. DeCourtney Turner at JCT and Priscilla Duvall at Andrew Jackson — as they share what it’s
In this episode, we explore the power of Career and Technical Education at North Side High School. Host Greg Hammond sits down with Frank J. Bohanek, Associate Instructor of Automotive Technology for both North Side and TCAT Jackson, and Danielle Shaw‑J
This morning we’re visiting with Tony Black — a name synonymous with Jackson athletics and community recreation. You know him from his years as Director of the TR White Sportsplex and, for the past two decades, as the Executive Director of Parks and R
Team 38301C High Voltage from Madison Academic Magnet High School is gearing up for the global stage as they head to the 2026 VEX V5 Robotics World Championship in St. Louis. We’ll preview the event with Engineering Design teacher and robotics coach
Today, we’re discussing the LOOP (Local Options and Opportunities Program). This initiative is a unique work-based learning opportunity in which students attend a modified school day for academic credit, followed by a work-based experience at their indu
