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Spring Semester FACULTY LIST Honor Roll Announced

ELLISVILLE – 鶹ֱ has announced the 2026 Spring Semester honor roll scholars. Full-time students with 15 hours or more and who maintain the following grade-point averages will make the honor roll: President’s List–4.0; Dean’s List–3.99-3.5: Faculty List–3.49-3.0.

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Faculty List Honor Roll

Spring 2026

Mar del Plata, Argentina: Camila Belen Piquin.

Willoughby, Australia: Thomas James Garrett.

Ambato, Ecuador: Felipe Fabian Morales Beltran.

Ampthill, England: Stanley Anthony Christopher Georgiou.

Milton Keynes, England: Harry James Guess.

Wolverhampton, England: Marmpeliano Novaku.

Paradis, Norway: Eskil Opheim Insteboe.

Mobile, Alabama: Mamie L Fromdahl.

Huntsville, Alabama: Sway’von L Wheeler.

Loxley, Alabama: Arterus Nigene Moffett.

Millry, Alabama: Caylee J Campbell and Kyleigh Annabelle Williams.

Saraland, Alabama: Damond Jaydon Williams.

Baker, Florida: Madolyn Richelle Mills.

Bartow, Florida: John Victor Acosta.

Atlanta, Georgia: Peyton Alexander Shaw.

Melber, Kentucky: Quinton Jace Sullivan.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana: Kelan Guidry.

Denham Springs, Louisiana: Hayden L Colvin.

Patterson, Louisiana: Braden Mouton.

Prairieville, Louisiana: Diego Manuel Spears.

West Monroe, Louisiana: Brian Chad Moore.

Wyoming, Michigan: Jenna E Reich.

Tyler, Texas: Derek D Hollman.

Adams Natchez: Destiney Brielle Varnado.

Attala Kosciusko: Makynlee Dickerson.

Clarke Enterprise: Harris J Burt.

Clarke Pachuta: Gardarius Rashawn Sterling.

Clarke Quitman: Samantha Ann Barnett, James Dale Blackmon, Tommy J Chambers, Jasmine Gabriele Felps, Audriana D Harris and Sarah B Smith.

Clarke Shubuta: Crishon Brykel Brown and Sheritta Lashell Dear.

Copiah Hazlehurst: Tahlasja Michelle Coleman.

Covington Collins: Okenya Rochelle Barnes, Kuwonja La’queen Bradley, Benson Chen,   Danielle Latrice Clark, Samantha Gene Cruise, Tzuriel Ra’john Gibbs, Ethan Reed Harmon, Francisco Hernandez, Devin Armstrong Leflore, Amyiah Lockhart, Zakirah Marie Luvine, Tanesha Magee, Hailey Breanne Martin, De’Angelo D McLaurin, Lyric S McLaurin, Anastasia Onya Nichols, Kantarius Rayshaun Owens and Keylin Salvador.

Covington Mount Olive: Ty’kerria K Feazell, Lacruz Tarue Hayes, Scottie Damarion Haynes, Abbie Gayle Hughes, Katie E Jones and Anarria Mangrum.

Covington Seminary: Anthony P Field, Natalee Dannielle Leggett, Kali Shayden Lowery, Allicha Dianne Martin, Emma Grace Massey, Adam Seth Mauldin, Benjamin Bryce Patterson, Emily Grace Pierce and Keegan Alexander Temich.

Covington Taylorsville: Tripp Randall McGee and Drake A Williamson.

DeSoto Nesbit: Dalton Cole Laughter.

DeSoto Olive Branch: Ottawba K Dickson Jr.

Forrest Hattiesburg: Carter Raymond Bush, Whitney Chianne Clark, Aaron Dakota Clingan, Paige Elizabeth Farris, Jarrod M Hall, Deayra Jamya Henson, Marilyn Auderiana Johnson, Kade Thomas Lott, Dorcas Isabella Pilgram, Ruslan Bryce Saucier and Landen Silas Upton.

Forrest Moselle: Cameron Sawyer Davis.

Forrest Petal: Mason Emile Amacker, Jestine Yvonne Baker-Coleman, Cataryna M Brack, Autumn Lynn Brock, Adeline N Clayton, Dylan B Dykes, Matthew Josiah Eubank, Cameron Renee Forrester, Parker Daniel Haring, Ella O    Jolly, Kylan Rae Kinsey, Holly Miles, Gavin Michael Milstead, Malani N Ouellette, Susan Kennedy Ray, Tyree Marquez Revies, Josh Robinson, Grayson Cole Sanford, Bailey Madison Sims and Emily G Strickland.

Franklin D’Iberville: Angel M Reed.

George Lucedale: Lauren Nicole Classen.

George Lucedale: Keri Henderson.

Greene Leakesville: Jazmane Celest Jones, Jeffrey Cole Helton, Dawson Magee Turner and Kayden Marie Walters.

Greene Lucedale: Harper J James.

Greene McLain: Catherine L Hembree.

Greene Neely: Kennedy L Cooley and Calup Ryan Williams.

Greene Richton: Annah Bryce Clark, Miley Mae Crager, Britton C Dunnam, Unique Jordyn Ford, Mya Ellen Marie Gillie, Breanna Harris, Makayla Rashay Mozingo and Danielle Natosha Roberts.

Grenada Grenada: Luke Westmoreland.

Hancock Bay Saint Louis: Chesley James Rhodes.

Harrison Biloxi: Zharia Tianie Hubbard.

Harrison D’Iberville: Teeale M Wells.

Harrison Gulfport: Tyree Jeremy Barnett, Ashton Casey Przepierski and Brandy Maria Rivenbark.

Harrison Long Beach: Pressley Hayden Carothers and Sarah J Olson.

Hinds Edwards: Jadyn Jakari Garrett.

Hinds Jackson: Shamarye Na Lee and Zantasheia La’maya Marranda Mallett.

Hinds Utica: Charles Wesley Lindsey.

Holmes Lexington: Brittany Nicole Thompson.

Jackson Moss Point: Trinity D Ward.

Jackson Pascagoula: Tamariyah A Washington.

Jackson Vancleave: Kristen  Nicole Grimme.

Jasper Bay Springs: Hannah Dove Campbell, Samia Latishia Crosby, Ivan L Davis, Nathan Alexander Gavin, Chandler Lee-Ann McGaughy, Larryonia J Pruitt, Houston Ryan Rhodes, Markeelah Soryah Shanta Sims and Kelo Thigpen.

Jasper Heidelberg: Asia Alayah Deneice Jones, Mercedie Denise Jones, Tyesha Tytiania Jones, Tamara Shanee Stephens, Zakyle Demoud Young and Savanna Grace Edwards.

Jasper Laurel: Gracyn Anderle Foster, Isabella Nicole Jefcoat, Hunter Braydan Riley and Trace Bradford Townsend.

Jasper Louin: Cameron Gail Haralson, Nicholas Thomas Johnstone and Tymeshia Dyshai Moffett.

Jasper Pachuta: Jalen Jaqwon Dixon.

Jasper Paulding: Mariah Ja’nae Agee.

Jasper Soso: Johnny Oliver Hand and Taylor M Price.

Jasper Stringer: Myah Nicole Herrington, Brady Hudson, Xavier Charles Jones, Cera Ashleigh Thompson, Caitlyn Michelle Varner and Taylor Mone Whittaker.

Jefferson Davis Bassfield: Taylor Elise Fairley.

Jefferson Davis New Hebron: Gracyn Lee Sistrunk.

Jefferson Davis Prentiss: Shelby Bridges, Macy V Conley and Johnathan Ulices Flores.

Jones Elisville: Azaire Alycia Hailes, Elisha Paul Arroyo, Ethan Beech, Gabrielle Elizabeth Marie Boudreaux, Tonancy Carranza, Isabella Grace Ellzey, Madyson Shae Gardner, Alexis Rayne Hendry, Delylah Belle Holland, Everitt Kimble Hosey, Chloe  Madison Jarrell, Conner Lane Johnson, Lexie B Jones, Dalton Jerrod Keys, Alexis Michelle Lunn, Zaynyn Aubrey McInnis, Kyron Jacob Murphy, Olivia Grace Parish, Aubrey Kate Patterson, E’marria Shardai Phillips, Raziah Arrianna Rambo, Jamie Romero Fernandez, Gabrielle Lynn Scott, Dayne Austin Strickland and Samuel R Yelverton.

Jones Hattiesburg: James Henry Ellis.

Jones Heidelberg: Emily Paige Davis.

Jones Laurel: Henry Acevedo Rosas, Talmadge B Anderson, Caden J Arrington, John Ethan Bartholomew, Aviana   B Beavers, Quavion K Bell, Holden E Brabham, Lauren Grace Bridges, Kilah Rae Bustin, Jennifer Carrera, Zykiria J Cooley, Alex De Jesus, Adelaide G Dixon, Jakera Natay Ducksworth, William Riley Edwards, John Englade, Keila Rebecca Escamilla, William Eli Fikes, Jaden N Flynt, Addyson Raelee Foster, Alyse Michelle Frazier, Liliana Patricia Gregorio Garcia, Jaylyn Paige Gatlin, Andy Na Gutierrez, Eilleen M Hancock, Nadiah Quiarah Harmon, Hannah Harrison, Marcie D Harrison, Madilyn Leigh Heathcock, Christa Leanna Hegwood, Stephanie Yesenia Hernandez, Kelbi Ann Herring, Hailey Olivia Yang  Hogue, Sasha N Hogue, Hannah J Hupe, Noah Dylan Jefcoat, Jakendis Atarius Jones, Corieonna King, Maitin Ariel Lainez, Jaylin Caleahry Lang, Julie Marie Legros, Cadie Breann Lowe, Tyler Braxton McBride, Alexis Nicol McQueen, Shamon Pedro Miranda, Dallas Emmanuel Moore, Makenzie Ashlyn Moore, Dylan Mckinley Moss, Sonny D Murry, Ethan P Nail, Thomas A Neal, Reagen Miles Parker, Anna Patrice Patterson, Jennifer Magen Pennington, Agustin Ramirez, Nola Rae Reid, Vangelis Rivera, Alexander Rodriguez, Daniel Na Ruiz, Franklin Thomas Sanford, Jaxon Bryce Shafer, Charles Lavell Shows, Lisa J Simon Perez, Allyson D Sims, Dakota Allen Smith, Kara Sheldon Spradley, Terica Amyjah Straughn, Emily Grace Stringer, Dexyia Terena Sullivan, Calloway Karder Taylor, Javo Xavier Terrell, Ashten R Thornsberry, Sterling Alexander Touchstone, Nelly M Vela Gonzalez, Alex Gianluca Virgen, Chance Treyvon Walker, Luke J Waluk, Annie Elizabeth Wells, Braxton Tate White, Lekita Danielle Williams, Byesha Shar’dae Williamson, Maggie Elizabeth Williamson, Malea A Windham, Matthew G Wynn, Jhaimaiya  Denise Young and Shakira Shaniece Young.

Jones Moselle: Destiny Adams, Brady Butler, Carlos Adrian Cruz, Addison Bernice Everett, Mary A Hodges, Jennie Kiara Wilson Lee, Alex Christopher Mixon, Virginia Sanchez Paz, Elizabeth Kay Thomas, Abigail G Trejo and John Sawyer Williamson.

Jones Ovett: Landon Bradley Pool.

Jones Petal: Kaitlyn B Ellis.

Jones Sandersville: Destiny M Walker.

Jones Seminary: Vanessa Lyn Thornton.

Jones Soso: Meribella Rose Bufkin, Emma Cash, Sadie B Sanders, Lanie J Shows and Adria Gabrielle Stephenson.

Jones Taylorsville: Jeremiah R Musgrove.

Lafayette Oxford: Jadamien Dante Clayton.

Lamar Hattiesburg: Krista Sharee Adamick, Alexandria Quinn Dungy, Deyonta Rydell Edmond, Jackson S Fisher, Kassidi Leigh Fitzgerald, Erika Shawnic Caprice Henderson, Kianna Saniya Hunter, Dylan A Johnson, Ryder Ray Light, Luci Kate Massey, Keoshia McNair, Wyatt Douglas Moorehead, Taliyah Marie Pack, Alberto Antonio Pascual, Ella R Phillips, Jacob Patrick Reagan, Brooks Carson Roberts, Jadyn Jamaria Sharkey, Darell Elbert Shows, Kaiden  Dewayne Smith, Akeenan Brealon Strahan, Ireanna Rimiyah Trotter, Catherine Elise Turner, Vincent Chase  Voltolina and Caleb G Wheat.

Lamar Moselle: Mariah A Overstreet.

Lamar Purvis: Chad Michael Anderson, Landon Paul Fontes, Sullivan Scott Jones, Joshua Adam Melton, Vanteshia Shina Preston, Gabriela Maria Ysabel Rosales, Ronald Shorts, Sela Lee Spiers and Kailee Diane Stroud.

Lamar Sumrall: Caleb A Bailey, Claire Marie Carpenter, John Faler, Macy M Herrington, Hayden Kalani Isabel, Aaliyah Jermya Ishman, Jazmyne Aaliyah Pressley and Tyler Marquis Rogers.

Lauderdale Collinsville: Breelyn Jade Cain.

Lauderdale Meridian: Elisa Cook and Artecia Marie Crowell.

Lawrence Jayess: Kaitlyn R Kelly.

Lawrence Monticello: Gracelyn Summer Knight.

Lawrence Silver Creek: Mattie Ann McRaney and Micah Murry.

Lee Okolona: Lamarah Cleaves.

Lee Saltillo: Baylor M Phillips.

Lincoln Brookhaven: Caroline Hardy Kilpatrick and Austin Rylee.

Madison Canton: Amari Jamal Dixon and Artis Cooper Rayburn.

Madison Flora: Jaylee Susan Weems.

Madison Madison: Ethan Angel Duarte.

Madison Ridgeland: Janeika Reshay Thigpen.

Marion Columbia: Chloe Kay Arinder, Alarea Jakia Brown, Tessa J Brown, Taylor Brooks Dease and Kaden Sistrunk.

Marion Kokomo: Natalie L Holmes.

Neshoba Philadelphia: Myrehnia Chiquale Clemons, Cole Markel Dupree, Zharia Nikayla Leflore.

Newton Newton: Devin George Smith and Raven Walker.

Pearl River Lumberton: Mathias Raymond Westmoreland.

Perry Beaumont: Diamond Deshae Bolton, Paul Ignatius James, Jkylon Martavious Lawrence, Vennit Barkley Mathis, Ariel Josephine McDonald, Jonnetta Shaquita Moore, Andrew Chad Nelson and Rylie Morgan Stuart.

Perry Brooklyn: Branson D McDaniel.

Perry New Augusta: Chloe Michelle Fairley, Trace Duran Hinton and Sophia Lynn Morrow.

Perry Ovett: Adriana Aleatha Anderson Walley.

Perry Petal: Dakota J Broome.

Perry Richton: Nathan Byrd, Christopher Lauren Fairley, Destiney Kaylee Marie Husband, Presley Mills, Kaylan Belle Powell, Jessica Rose Shows and Lauren Amelia Smith.

Rankin Brandon: Daniel P Brown, Caleb A Harris, Layla Sharon McCollum, Gavin A Myers, Samuel B Oakley, Jordan Nicole Robinson and Duncan C Thortis.

Rankin Braxton: Landon Brooks Boyd.

Rankin Flowood: Katie Brooke Hennington.

Rankin Morton: Mackenzie Paige Walker.

Rankin Pearl: Brax T Rials.

Rankin Pelahatchie: Ian Race Holliday and Caden A Smith.

Scott Forest: Alyssa Ciara Barnes, Timarian Letahjrick Burks and Derrick Aveion Little.

Scott Lena: Amiyah Chanell Burks.

Scott Morton: Ashlynn Morado and Austin Lee Traxler.

Simpson Harrisville: Tyonna K Coleman.

Simpson Magee: Hunter Aaron Booth, Marlee Rayann Dampeer, Kalyn Brianna Fletcher, Delarrius Monteze Hayes, Semya   Zykia Magee, Tyreunna McGhee, Jamecia Amya Robinson and Hanna Grace Sullivan.

Simpson Mendenhall: Samantha Shanice McAfee, Payton Lane Purvis and Madison Nikole Worrell.

Simpson New Hebron: Anastasia Taylor.

Smith Bay Springs: Boyd Nichols Hillman and Katrina Veatrice James.

Smith Collins: Regan Keyes.

Smith Louin: Brianna A Boutwell, T’oreion T McCurdy and Trudie Wilson.

Smith Magee: Rosemary Taylor Allen and Lily Ann Davis.

Smith Mize: Redding Myles Day, Betsy Valleen Eubanks, Alexis D Kittrell and Dillon Gustaf Everett Lee.

Smith Mount Olive: Jessica Leigh Robinson

Smith Raleigh: Dakota Jade  Blakeney, Daniel Clifton Lane, Kaylea Rogers and Nathan Allen Rose.

Smith Taylorsville: Jewel Victoria Gunther, Merigrace Gambrell Hawkins, Denzell Azar Moffett, Kolbee J Moore, Liah Allisabeth Shutters, Dillon C Smith, Saylor Grace Sullivan, Chloe M Tanner, Roselyn Roshell Williams and London    F Young.

Walthall Tylertown: Amelia Lashell Johnson and Takya Lashell Johnson.

Warren Vicksburg: Christopher Shane Madison.

Wayne Buckatunna: Zachary Joseph Carr, Keithen Nelson, Zavious Jarkeis Owens, Sarah Mackenzie Sellers.

Wayne Laurel: Kimberly M Foster.

Wayne Richton: Maci Victoria Walley.

Wayne Shubuta: Marleigh Payge Stewart.

Wayne State Line: Mickeal Lannice Binder, Kaydnse Ja’niya Breland, Ariel Rinn Henderson, Lauren Olivia Guy and Jaxson Robert Jordan.

Wayne Waynesboro: Kyanna Ruth Allen, Ja’miya T Blakney, Jamyah Quintaye Brown, Bristen Bruce, Stephen Cooper Bynum, Addison Kate Clark, Austin Ciecle Cochran, James Carter Cochran, Jensyn Ried Coxwell, Auriunna K Davis, Bayleigh J Edwards, Shaniya Tyriel Evans, Carlysia Rekira Everett, Rolexis Myesha George, Caleb Isaiah Holifield, Savannah Deann Holifield, Coley Danielle Jenkins, Logan Elizabeth Jordan, Cquarria M Lynn,  Victor Lewis Payton, Myka S Pitts, Ella Revette, Audrey Leighann Roach, Grenetta Sharnise Roberts, Ana Grace Shaw, Kassidy A Shirley, Kiley D Stevison, Cayden Wyatt Street, Princess Q Sumrall, Kemya Alese Wesley, Anastin C West and Jalyn B West.

Yazoo Vaughan: Khalee Autrice Harrison.

Spring Semester DEAN’S LIST Honor Roll Announced

ELLISVILLE – 鶹ֱ has announced the 2026 Spring Semester honor roll scholars. Full-time students with 15 hours or more and who maintain the following grade-point averages will make the honor roll: President’s List–4.0; Dean’s List–3.99-3.5: Faculty List–3.49-3.0.

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Dean’s List Honor Roll

Spring 2026

Argentina, Maipu: Juan Francisco Pereyra.

England, Reigate: Joshua James Tombs.

Mobile, Alabama: Chelsea N Daffin, Santae L McWilliams and Jackson Houston Vella.

Silas, Alabama: Sydney Paige Sikes.

Wilmer, Alabama: Mikayla Elizabeth Baumgartner.

Lakeland, Tennessee: Sophia Paule.

Clarke Enterprise: Lindsey  Allyce McKelvain

Clarke Quitman: Quanita Denise Harris and Madison M Tindle.

Clarke Shubuta: Alea Faith Mayo, Julianna Mayo, Sarah Julianna McRee and Matthew Carl Vanorden.

Clarke Stonewall: Kirsten Akasha House.

Covington Collins: Alexander Alegria, Kaden Boleware, Halen Cole Crosby, Sydney Anais Ducksworth, Jessica Hanna Ezell, Christopher Rory Gingrich, Taylor Brooke Harmon, Braxton Magee, Jomarion M Price, Ethan Isaiah Tagert and Jenna Ryanne Wakeland.

Covington Mount Olive: Brayan Obed Bravo Briones and Johnna Suzanne Jones.

Covington Seminary: Aaron William Acosta, Dalton Lee Brooks, Marley Nicole Mooney, Wyatt Cole Pope, Victor Antonio Rauda Depaz, Jacob Les Sepulveda, Connor Wade Welborn and Mary Bradley Woods.

Covington Sumrall: Gracyn E Freeman and Tyler Lance Lowery.

DeSoto Southaven: Reagan Lydia Dale and Addilyn Leanna Solomon.

Desoto Olive Branch: Sarah K Wilkinson.

Forrest Ellisville: Landon S Joy.

Forrest Hattiesburg: Evan N Bass, Anna Weston Burks, Harrison Curtis Burton, Madelyn Claire Farris, Isaiah David Hamilton, Nicholas Barrett Marengo, Alyson Rose Mason, Kathryn Elise Mason, Delois Love Stovall and Cora Addison Tatum.

Forrest Petal: Alexus Michelle Brooks, Malcolm Carter Collett, Malachi Richard Davis, Malahni Olivia Doyle, Kyndall Lea Gunderson, Kaine Malik Jackson, Laterrion Timonathy Jefferson, Lillian Elizabeth Johnson, Landen D Linares, Lindsey A McNelly, Hope E Mealer, Timothy Lane Nobles, Connor Lee Perkins, Morgan Noelle Taylor and China Marie Woullard.

Forrest Richton: Abby E Shows.

Forrest Stringer: Matthew S Marshall.

Franklin McCall: Creek Sabrina Amanda Huffman.

George Lucedale: Lillian J Evans, Jacelyn Calani Knight and Gage Matthew Reeves.

Greene Leakesville: Dalton Keith Churchwell and Serena Mckenzie Pierce.

Greene Lucedale: Molly Beth Rushing.

Greene Neely: Holly Anne Norris.

Greene Richton: Alec Peyton Errington, Erik William Gainey, Mallory Jane Henderson, Addison Tate McLain, Makenzie Reese Smith, Caley Walley and Reagann Marie Walley.

Grenada Grenada: Laura Jane Moss.

Harrison Pass Christian: Lathan J Lewis.

Hinds Byram: Mykala Kemora Goodman and Matthew Benjamin Pollock.

Hinds Jackson: Braden Chase Buchanan and Julissa Julianna Claxton.

Jackson Lucedale: Gracie Kate Roberts.

Jackson Ocean Springs: Cal S Cassard and Elizabeth C Napier.

Jackson Vancleave: Sarah E Rayborn and Bailey Ross.

Jasper Bay Springs: Evan Rylie Alexander, Nicole Bolton, A’sha Shakirahnilkhol Edmonson, Tailyiha Lashaunna Marie Hosey, Tavarious Tywon Keyes, Katlyn Alexis Lewis, Preston Sims, Derica Adalis Smith, Sydney Ariel Stringer.

Jasper Heidelberg: Naomi Harrison and Mildreanna Louvenia Plummer.

Jasper Laurel: Anna L Haden.

Jasper Louin: Tamara L Chapman, Jaisha T Dubose, Leah May Green, Charles Kemper Hull, Katelyn Amere Keyes and Kinzlee Rain Pinson.

Jasper Pachuta: Kameron Bryce Smith.

Jasper Stringer: Keleigh G Manning, Weston Michael Manning, Landon King McCallum and Matthew Shawn McCallum.

Jefferson Davis Bassfield: Mirillie Trude Magee.

Jefferson Davis Carson: Ethan Henderson.

Jefferson Davis Prentiss: Montario Terrell Armstrong and Lake Bentley Jordan.

Jones Ellisville: Kathryn Julianna Atwood, Preston Tanner Beard, Emily J Beech, Ashley Cheyenne Breazeale, Cadence M Cash, Autry Alise Cox, Bayleigh Driskell, Dawson Noah Ellard, Phyllis Shae Evans, Dallas June Flowers, Abbie Grace Glasscock, Edward R Gonzalez, Jalyn B Hair, Felicia Michelle Hall, Jakera Marshell Hill, Ragan Tyrell Kendrick, Justice C King, Cayden S Kinmon, Kahne L Lawson, Blaze Riley Marceaux, Lillie Mae Louise McNeil, Karen Mendoza-Alba, Keosha Ladaija Miranda, Chloe Kate Norwood, Shelby Allison Nutt, David S Parish, Hailee Katherine Patten, Donjione Cashea Payton, Yadira Penaloza, Mason Kenneth Phillips, Thomas Walker Rainey, Nathaniel Russell, Alexandria Sanville Ruth, Kamryn Brooke Smith, Gabriel L Spencer, Hunter Landon Sullivan, Rachel Cambrea Thrash, Sydnee E Tisdale, Ashley Marie Walters and Aaliyah Darshay Witt.

Jones Harrisville: Conner C Neely.

Jones Hattiesburg: Chloe A Hathorn and Danaka Grace Wilson.

Jones Heidelberg: Candice Lynn Ball, Sophie R Thatch, Tazanna Grace Thomas and Sheridan Sharp Welch.

Jones Laurel: Wilber Anthony Acevedo, Amy Aldanabalcazar, Rogel Moran Avendano, Camryn McLaurin Aylesworth, Dorian Barajas, Barry Jadon Beard, Zach Cole Beck, Anna Grace G Bolivar, Bryce Ann Burrell, Regan O Butler, Zavier Gavin Cagle, Davon A Chambers, Brock Timothy Chandler, Madison Elizabeth Coats, Wyatt Crews Cockrell, Hayden Davis Cox, Taylor Nicole Dearman, Jonathan Waylon Deloach, Christian Xzavier Dobbs, Phinehas Judson Fedele, Brandon Ignacio Figueroa, Jordan D Garcia, Madelyn Grace Gilbert, Jesus Alberto Gomez, John Anthony Gonzalez, Jo Ann Gordon, Noah Grace, Phillip Mason Gray, Kinley Brooke Green, Matthew Jack Harrelson, Brinkley Anna Hearn, Cambrey L Hill, Cayden Richard  Hodges, Graison Elizabeth Holder, Taylor M Hosey, Jelonnie L Jones, Ivy G Jordan, Emily Knight, Jakayla S Lindsey, Landon T Livingston, Brayan Lopez, Devin Reese Lott, Magdalena Grace Lovett, Michael V Lovett, Pamela A Marroquin, Malik Lonnie Marsh, Christopher Logan Martin, Jamari Keshaun Mathis, Justin Blake McBride, William Cody McFetridge, Christina J McMullen, Madison Adrianna McCoy, Seinna Maylee McDonald, Wyatt McFarland, Taylor Loy Messersmith, Jacquelyn Lucia Montenegro Allen, Samantha Mosley, Irene Lanette Nelson, Elinor Sims Page, Logan W Patrick, Tristan S Patrick, Stone Pierson, Dash Adam  Piper, Charlize Pizarro, Tanner Kirk Richardson, Sydney A Ridgeway, Brooke L Robinson, Emily L Rogers, Malia Sanders, Angeleah Nevaeh Saunders, David Charles Sims, Kaleb N Smith, Maggie Elizabeth Smith, Noah J Smith, Harley Mechelle Thomas, Ayden Lynn Thornsberry, Breanna Nicole Tolbert, Nancy Gail Tucker, Kenji Na Vera, Noah Andrew Welborn, Maci L Welch, Chloe White, Cooper Lyon White and Anna Catherine Wilson.

Jones Moselle: Phillip David Boyd, Bailey Daphne Brooks, Riley Everett, Kevonia Marie Harrison, Kaytlin Louise Haynes, Adamari Na Leon, Ethan Randall Dale Patterson, Collin Pickering, Leah Jo’nae Pitts and Victoria Lanell Wheat.

Jones Ovett: Jackson Glenn Blackledge, Braxton R Byrd, Hannah Brooke Graham, Abigail M Hughes, Conner Milton Rayner, Ryan Scott Sanderson, Sabrina Walters and Allen Jacob Watson.

Jones Paulding: Nakeyah S Nixon.

Jones Sandersville: Justin L Walley.

Jones Seminary: Eden Savannah Guthrie, Heather M Walters and Richard M Walters.

Jones Soso: Brooklyn A Coleman, Shakeidra Nakiya Ducksworth, Jacey Lease Ellzey, Emily B Ferguson, Brandon Gregory Garrett, Matilyn Ray Horn, Callee Dianne Knotts, Kaden Dakota Stevison and Kristiona Lynn Williams.

Jones Taylorsville: Jyrah Zachloe Evans, Mia Grace Huff, Kevin Vaneric Daniel Knight and Havan Otavious Lewis.

Lafayette Oxford: Mabry Claire Eason and Addyson Grace Shorter.

Lamar Hattiesburg: Abigail Faith Barlow, Kyra Z Clayton, Tyler Bryant Cox, Bryce Elliott Crawford, Breanna Danielle Estes, Clara M Horton, Ashlyn Howell, Brooklyne D Langley, Reagan Shea Martin, Abigail A Merchant, Christopher Rhett Payne, Kennedy Grace Placide, Katlin E Porcello and Parker D Sellers.

Lamar Lumberton: Brady Thomas Oxenrider and Cayce Raymond Spiers.

Lamar Purvis: Aubry Wynnfield Alexander.

Lamar Sumrall: Douglas Ray Harrington, Haze G Henderson, Emma G Hunt and Darrin Cade Robbins.

Lauderdale Meridian: Lowell Ray Chatham, Mousa Bak Diabagate and Erika Delaine Dotson.

Lawrence Monticello: Tashayla L Broomfield.

Lawrence Silver Creek: Marshall Pittman.

Lee Tupelo: Tereza De Jesus Perez.

Madison Canton: Tytianna Sharhia Monique Potts and Alyssa G Smith.

Madison Madison: Andrew C Lambert, Bailey L Miller, Brayden Quick and Drew Coleman Raffaelle.

Madison Ridgeland: William Cole Cress.

Marion Columbia: Noah J Allen.

Monroe Amory: Jameyah Alexandria Hubbard.

Newton Newton: Josie Kathleen Tullos.

Noxubee Macon: Jacarrio Datwuan Anderson.

Okitbbeha Starkville: Sanders A Ainsworth.

Panola Batesville: Chrishon A Ellis.

Pearl River Picayune: Nasaya Seven Cox.

Pearl River Poplarville: Olivia Kathleen Guth.

Perry Beaumont: Nina Malai Jackson and Jeremiah Omarion Turner.

Perry Brooklyn: Alexis N Krzeminski Wilson.

Perry Mc Lain: Ayanna Jade Moulds.

Perry Petal: Kaitlyn Makenzie Ruffin and Timothy Justin Sanford.

Perry Richton: Ladarius Jaden Allday, Kelby Faythe Freeman, Crystal Ann Gagneaux, Ardeshia Charquista Sumrall and Christian Jade Montanna Wilcher.

Pike Summit: Elizabeth Claire Lewman.

Rankin Brandon: Kynnedi Elise Comegys, Chloe Marie Jenkins, Justyce A’brea Sanders and Crissi Edwalyn Tenner.

Rankin Pearl: Abigail M Duncan, Dylan Garrett Jones and Raegan Nicole Van Buren.

Scott Conehatta: Gracie Elizabeth McDill.

Scott Forest: Aidan Chisolm and Bethany Angelia Gatewood.

Scott Lake: Nyzavion Z McClendon.

Scott Morton: Floribeth Lopez, Peyton Bailey Shoemaker and Meghan Torrano.

Scott Sebastopol: Jayden B Lathem.

Simpson Harrisville: Logan S Cockrell and Lariza M Hernandez.

Simpson Magee: Layla M Bridges, Dayanara Michel Gonzalez, Mason Cole Maddox, Aniyah La’na Owens and Sage Thomas Warren.

Simpson Mendenhall: Kylee Jo Brewer and Jermeria C Taylor.

Smith Bay Springs: Anivea Thigpen.

Smith Forest: Katelyn A Dearman.

Smith Louin: Tristin Lynn Allen, Mary Caraline McNeil and Reese Shumock.

Smith Mize: Emily G Amason, Brandon Lawayne Hancock, Isaac W Hand, Kaylee Lauren Jones, Avianna N Lee, Jena Lowery, Ian James Mangum and Kristin Anne Van Cleave.

Smith Morton: Connor Jason Adcock, Laney Rae Ingram, Linsey Leigh Ingram and Samuel Rhys Smith.

Smith Mount Olive: Marshonda Nyasia Donaldson, Adison Brooke King and Abigale Greer Swales.

Smith Raleigh: Junia A Clark, Olivia G Grimme, Ethan D Jordan, Mallory Matthews and Mason L McMullan.

Smith Taylorsville: Eden Alyssa Benoit, Ruston Mitchell Blakeney, Kelsey Rose Butler, Deborah Synklair Chunn, Cobey Deonte Craft, Molly D Keyes and Alex Devon Ulmer.

Stone Wiggins: Mary Grace Batson, Riley A Lewis and Riley Ellis Walton.

Washington Buckatunna: Olivia R Evans, Claire E Andersen, Noah Bryant Holyfield and Daisy Leigh Moseley.

Wayne Laurel: Tyler Austin Lindsey and Talan Cruz Sullins.

Wayne Richton: Ivy M McCardle and Randilyn P McCardle.

Wayne Shubuta: Christopher Caver and Bushown Ali Lewis.

Wayne Stateline: Mary J Hayes.

Wayne Waynesboro: Scarlet C Ballard, Danielle Beasley, Connor Bishop, Omar Sherick Boykin Jr., Brooklyn Dawn Brown, Ethan Jad Bunch, Conner S Burke, Nathan I Cason, Breanna N Clark, Ethan Michael Clark, Jacob W Colling, Trenton James Cooley, Nathan Hagan, Matthew Walker Hall, Taylor Semeria Johnson, Zenas Devion Jones, Reginald Xavier Keeton, Caleb Scott Mathews, Sierra Nicole McDougle, Samantha McCollough, Kaylee Newman, Blake Parker, Lauren Amelia Quick, Josue   Adriel Reyes, Lawsyn E Rogers, David Rojas Suarez, Lauren Schneider, William P Snowe, Carlton Hunter Williams, Danielle Williams and Leigh Williams.       

Winston Louisville: Anna G Whitehead.

Spring Semester PRESIDENT’S LIST Honor Roll Announced

ELLISVILLE – 鶹ֱ has announced the 2026 Spring Semester honor roll scholars. Full-time students with 15 hours or more and who maintain the following grade-point averages will make the honor roll: President’s List–4.0; Dean’s List–3.99-3.5: Faculty List–3.49-3.0.

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President’s List Honor Roll

Spring 2026

Olpe, Germany: Julius Maximilian Hautmann.

Arraijan, Panama: Dayane Nichole Madrid.

Rapperswil, Switzerland: Jennifer Laura Huerzeler.

Decatur, Alabama: Abigail Grace Lindsey.

Saraland, Alabama: Madison Grace Sawyer.

Troy, Alabama: Annabelle Lynn Wesley.

Trussville, Alabama: Mark Andrew Dukes.

Auburndale, Florida: Olivia R Lacson.

Ventress, Louisiana: Morgan Landry.

Attala Kosciusko: Mary K Price.

Clarke Enterprise: Josie B Bryant.

Clarke Quitman: Alahna Jade Fella and Logan David Jenkins.

Clarke Vossburg: Kaylee Marie Yarber.

Copiah Crystal Springs: Dustin Shawn Lucas.

Covington Collins: Johana F Gabriel, Reyna Galdamez, Trey A Hamilton, Maeve Wells Ireland, Ashtin Nicole Labiche, Jasmine Marie Lee, Cameron Blake McClure, Johanna Blaire Pope, Jennifer Portillo, Jesse Christopher Runnels, Emma Leigh Williamson and Matthew Luke Woodard.

Covington Hattiesburg: Christian Wayne Sanford.

Covington Mount Olive: Hunter Alan Emfinger and Ashton Tyree Ross.

Covington Seminary: Emma G Banister, William Ezekiel Carter, Emily Grace Daigle, Claire Alden Welborn, Raven Wolfe and Mason Howard Yawn.

Covington Taylorsville: Tyrone Lautrel Porter.

Desoto Olive Branch: Andrew J Groscost.

Forrest Hattiesburg: Shakia Patrice Hill, Seth Mastin, Emoree Joy McNell, Kendric Shamar Moffett, Emma Katherine Pattie, Lashae L Payne and David M Smith.            

Forrest Petal: Janessa Serenity Caves, Gracie Drinkwine, Logan Lamar Easley, Mallory G Johnson, Chloe D Jones, Brody Parker, Hakon William Roberts, Brooke Lindsey Sheffield, Juliett T Travis and Sydney L Trimm.

Forrest Seminary: Alexis M Knight.

George Lucedale: Zahmiya Estes.

Greene Leakesville: Leilani Debar and Grace Dickerson.

Greene Richton: Gatlin Reese Brewer and William David Henderson.

Harrison Gulfport: Roderick Mark Alexander, Lynde Isabelle Barnes, Fairley Reagan Hall and Larissa Jade Hubbard.

Harrison Long Beach: Riley D Rolison.

Jasper Bay Springs: Raeghan Bennett, Aubrey Gilmore, Jake Rayner Pippen, Ashton Nicole Stockman and Alexis House Walker.

Jasper Heidelberg: Yolanda Latrice James, Shantoni O Jones, Mason G Stringer and Maurice Anthony Wheaton.

Jasper Laurel : Jedidiah Jacob Hill and Dallas Mitchell Peacock.

Jasper Paulding: Jaria Jonay Jones.

Jasper Soso: Shelby Lynn McCord.

Jasper Stringer: Lindsey Grace Larson, Dereka L McLaurin, Kennedy Hagan Williams and Rhiannon Noel Williams.

Jefferson Davis Carson: Damari John McDonald.

Jefferson Davis Prentiss: William Cody Daley.

Jones Ellisville: Colton Lane Bennett, Mycah Lashay Callahan, Abbie Grayce Corley, Isaac N Crouch, Skylah Noelle Edwards, Caitlyn R Lollis, Kaiser M Mack, Angela M Martinez, Makya V McGilberry, Samuel Thomas Mitchell, Adam L Nix, Stefani Danielle Pickering, Erickson     Hamilton Probst, Tyriney Renee Pruitt, Brooke Mlee Purvis, Allie M Robinson, Krysta Nichole Rogers, Madalyn Leah Showes, Anna C Smith, Emma Hatlee  Smith, Brighton Asher Sullivan, Addison Faith Tisdale and Kennedy Elise Watts.

Jones Laurel: Audrianna Rutila Allen, Kelli Brooke Allen, Levi G Allen, Gracie Claire Allgood, Jasmin Arenas, Gabrielle Christine Baldwin, Emily E Boone, River G Branch, Benjamin Buchanan, Eddie Jayquan Cole, Adriana Marie Crosby, Damaris DeJesus, Henry Robert DeJesus, Kayden Dozier, William Christopher Germany, Rohan D Ghimire, Evelyn Gonzalez Mendoza, Allee Rena Green, Alexis Michaela Hennington, Jacey Holifield, Russell Cooper Johnson, Ridgeland S Jones, Briuna Damyah Keys, Demetria Latrec Keys, Christa Laznovsky, Jean Carlos Lopez, Audrey Elizabeth Maggard, Rylan Grant Martin, Jakavia McCray, A.G. McSwain, Stephanie R Mendez, Itzell Yamilet Mixtega, Anthony Moreno, Aaron Mitchell Neel, Cayson Blaine Pickering, Josue Ariel Ramirez, Tyler Wayne Robbins, Johnny Olivares Rodriguez, Jessie Sanchez, Jaqueline Santiago, Sarah Olivia Scott, Joshua Taylor Smith, Lauren Elizabeth Smith, Mitchell Andrew Spradley, Kelinn Jessel Toto, Kiefer Copeland Vanorden, Robert E Veasley and Ansley Bean Wilson.

Jones Moselle: Kamryn S Boyette, Noah Paul Clark, William Scott Davis, Chase E Ellis, Cadun    Lane Everett, Brandon J Flowers, Shelby Myers Robertson and Ragen Grace Smith.

Jones Ovett: Nitra N Breland, Chloe Elizabeth Pierce and Hanna E Shoemake.

Jones Richton: Cassidy Grace Hancock.

Jones Sandersville: Hannah M Latham.

Jones Seminary: Ariel Michelle Lyn Thornton.

Jones Soso: Karlie Anne Dickens, Carlie Ellisa Flynt, Ashtin Lynn Parnell, Milnge Perez Chun and Bella Skidmore.

Jones Stringer: Emma K King.

Jones Taylorsville: Tyzavien Hopkins, Quineasha Lousie McCurty and Kathryn A Pickering.

Lafayette Oxford: Claire Catherine Wicker.

Lamar Hattiesburg: Sakinah A Abdul-Shakir, Bailee Olga Bennett, Pierce Scott Denham, Riley Ilise Edwards, Ina Cantina Gordon, Charles M Herrington, Michael Sims Herrington, Cody Craig Keith, Sergio Solano Mejia, Dustin L Mitchell, Joshua Daniel Myers, Henry Nolan Painter and Jacqueline Rios Rebollar.

Lamar Sumrall: Sydney L Clearman, Joshua Shelby Grantham, Rae Carrera Grantham, Walker C Long, Christian Reed Patterson, Pamela Denise Rawls, Kaio Michael Spuhler and Caroline Gandy Whittington.

Lee Guntown: Tylee Reagan Bowland.

Lee Tupelo: Lilly Catherine Crump.

Lincoln Brookhaven: Natalie Chole Williams.

Madison Madison: Warren Curtis Hutchinson, Sofia G Monico, Charles Gordon Russell and Reese M Touchet.

Marion Columbia: Austin Keith Baughman and Sarah Nicole Kelly.

Newton Chunky: Cassidy Kay Cowan.

Panola Batesville: Makenzie Houston.

Pearl River Picayune: Kamari C Mark and Kathryn Elizabeth Randazzo.                                                                                                                                          

Perry Beaumont: Brendli J Bolton, Jaqua Bradley, Gary Douglas Dunnam, Justin Chance Eubanks, Abigail Leigh Graham, Keenan Tremar Moody, Tyler Adam Pierce and Allie Windham.    

Perry Brooklyn: Chloe King, Andrew Gordon Pearce and Avery G Walters.

Perry Petal: Vanessa Hope Bazor, Rylee James Freeman, Gabriel Latrell Murphy and Hunter Allen Riels.

Perry Richton: Braxton Edward Inmon, Alanna Faith Pearce, Tiyanequa Rigsby, Curry J Skipper, Ella Grace Smith and Brookelyn Nikole Turner.

Rankin Brandon: Mary Katherine Gunter and Jaxon Donald Lindsay.

Rankin Florence: Katie Michelle Dunn and Brady Abram Smithand.

Rankin Flowood: Lauren Mckenzie Howard.

Rankin Pearl: Lucy L Channell and Addison Deshay Mosley.

Scott Forest: Hershyia Tamia Parker.

Scott Morton: Edna L Perez Ambrocio.

Simpson Braxton: Crystal Danelle Blair.

Simpson Magee: Daniel Gregory Baldwin.

Simpson Mendenhall: Aaron Batton and Faith Deanna Drummond.

Smith Bay Springs: Haley I Gammage, Ashtyn L Jones, Summer McMullan, Tamia Moore and Shandyn Terrell.

Smith Forest: Ariel Roberts.

Smith Louin: Daniel Wayne Allen and John R Sims.

Smith Magee: Bradley J Garner and Laney A Little.

Smith Mize: Trenton Chase Amason and Trinity E Amason.

Smith Morton: Logan C Cushman.

Smith Raleigh: Bryston Ladarius Brown, Chloe A Coley, Tanner Garrett Guthrie, Crystal Lynn McNeil, Jada Mckenzey Rezaei.

Smith Taylorsville: Malak Yousef Alriashi, Katelyn P Horn, Heather Breanna Pearson and Ashley White.

Union New Albany: Heidi Susanne Clayton.

Walthall Tylertown: Kansas Demyla Young.

Washington Greenville: Javeon Deshun Byars.

Wayne Buckatunna: Jacob Pate Bowles and Hallie Bay Hopkins.

Wayne Laurel: Harlan James Williams.

Wayne Richton: Juliana James.

Wayne State Line: Cassidy Morgan Coaker.

Wayne Vossburg: Tanner J Moore.

Wayne Waynesboro: Heidi A Ainsworth, Brenna Autumn Chain, Devan T Crowe, Summer K Dimaggio, Savannah Victoria Doby, Kelviyuna C Gaines, William P Holston, Jessica B Newsom, Tanika Quaina Norsworthy, Jeshua Daquan Shelby and Erin Faith West.

Wilkinson Centreville: America M Vannorman.

鶹ֱ names 2026 student Hall of Fame 

ELLISVILLE – Twenty-five 鶹ֱ sophomores were selected as Hall of Fame recipients based on their academic achievements, in addition to campus and community involvement. These students also have a minimum 3.5 GPA, and some students hold jobs in addition to their academic, athletic and campus responsibilities. They received special recognition in the college yearbook and during the Commencement Ceremony held earlier this month.

Twenty-five 鶹ֱ sophomores were selected as Hall of Fame recipients based on their academic achievements, in addition to campus and community involvement. These students are pictured left to right in the front row, Emily Rogers-Laurel, Josie Tullos-Newton, Callee Knotts-Soso, Edan Perez-Ambrocio-Morton, Angela Martinez-Laurel, Elizabeth Lewman-Summit, and Emma Pattie-Hattiesburg. Pictured in the middle row, left to right are Lake Jordan-Prentiss, Tripp Alexander-Gulfport, Alex Virgen-Laurel, Noah Allen-Columbia, Sydney Clearman-Hattiesburg, and Hope Mealer-Petal. Pictured in the last row is Chrishon Ellis-Panola, Leilani DeBar-Leakesville, Mia Huff-Taylorsville, Elisa Cook-Meridian, Destiny Velasco-Izaguirre-Ellisville, and Larissa Hubbard-Gulfport. Not pictured are Adam Nix-Ellisville, Cole Cress-Ridgeland, Cannon Crowder-Ellisville, Ridgeland Jones-Laurel, Sherline King-Panama City, Panama.

The majority of the students are graduating as sophomores with a few exceptions. Selected to be included in the 2026 Hall of Fame were Roderick “Tripp” Alexander-Gulfport, Noah Allen-Columbia, Sydney Clearman-Hattiesburg, Elisa Cook-Meridian, Cole Cress-Ridgeland, Cannon Crowder-Ellisville, William Cody Daley-Prentiss, Leilani DeBar-Leakesville, Chrishon Ellis-Panola, Larissa Hubbard-Gulfport, Mia Grace Huff-Taylorsville, Ridgeland Jones-Laurel, Lake Jordan-Prentiss, Sherline King-Panama City, Panama, Callee Dianne Knotts-Soso, Elizabeth Claire Lewman-Summit, Angela Martinez-Ellisville, Hope Elizabeth Mealer-Petal, Adam Nix-Ellisville, Emma Katherine Pattie-Hattiesburg, Edna Perez-Ambrocio-Morton, Emily Lynn Rogers-Laurel, Josie Tullos-Newton, Destiny Velasco-Izaguirre-Ellisville and Alex Guinluca Virgen-Laurel. All 25 students were nominated by faculty members as they distinguished themselves and impressed selection committee members.

Tripp Alexander

Tripp Alexander is majoring in exercise science and will transfer to Huntingdon College in Montgomery, Alabama to be a pre-medicine major. He is a member of the Men’s Soccer Team where he was honored twice as an NJCAA Academic All-American, and twice he earned the MACCC Championship, in addition to being a member of the Charles Pickering Honors Institute, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leadership Team. Alexander is also a Tullos Scholar. Mark and Christina Alexander are his parents.

“I came to Jones to play soccer, and JC means the world to me. It truly made me a different person and I’m so thankful for that!” said Alexander. “It means a lot that a school that poured into me so well would honor me like this!”

Noah Allen

DZܳ’s Noah Allen has plans to work in computer programming and coding after earning his degree at USM. At JC, he was an active member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and Bobcat Brigade, and he volunteered for the Heal the Land Service and the Words of Prayer Services for the elderly. His parents are Cornelious and Lakitha Allen.

“I didn’t believe I would ever receive this honor. I had always doubted myself and compared myself to others. However, I was reminded that God created each of us differently. I have my own dreams and strengths and receiving this honor is truly a blessing that means so much to me,” said Allen.

Sydney Clearman

Sydney Clearman is an Oak Grove High School graduate who was active in cheerleading and has continued cheerleading with the Bobcats and earned a national championship in the UCA College Nationals in January. She is also involved in the Bobcat Brigade, Charles Pickering Honors Institute, and PTK, and was selected as a Tullos Scholar. With her biological sciences degree from USM, she hopes to continue her education at UMMC Dental School. Kevin and Selena Clearman are her parents.

Elisa Cook

“This honor means more to me than words can explain. It represents hard work, dedication and growth that I have experienced here at Jones. I am inspired to continue striving for excellence in everything I do. It reminds me that success isn’t just about individual accomplishments, but about the impact you have on others and the legacy you leave behind,” said Clearman.

Business and marketing major, Elisa Cook of Meridian was voted as Miss 鶹ֱ, and she served as Drum Major for the Typhoon Marching Band for two years. Additionally, she has been a member of the Charles Pickering Honors Institute, Bobcat Brigade, FCA, Wesley Kindle, Student Government Association, PTK and FBLA. Cook has earned President’s List honors, and the Letter “J” Award and she plans to pursue her education at Mississippi State and start a non-profit organization.

Cole Cress

“This honor is a testament to the amazing professors and faculty I have had the pleasure of learning from at 鶹ֱ. They have been constantly encouraging me and preparing me for every stage of life. I am forever grateful to God blessing me with this opportunity,” Cook said.

Cody Daley

Cole Cress of Ridgeland is majoring in pre-law with plans to transfer to Mississippi State and majoring in public policy. While at JC, he was a member of the Men’s Soccer Team, PTK, and currently works in Jackson for the college. His parents are Blake and Kelly Cress.

The 2025 Prentiss Christian High School Valedictorian, William “Cody” Daley has continued making a mark for himself academically at JC. He was named a Tullos Scholar, received the Letter “J” Award, and was a member of PTK, and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Daley also maintains his own business and volunteers in nursing homes. The construction management major plans to continue his education at USM. His parents are Teddy and Susan Daley.

Cannon Crowder

“Being here has allowed me to build meaningful relationships with my instructors and faculty members. They know me, they care about my success, and they’ve invested time and effort into helping me grow both academically and personally. Choosing Jones is a decision I’ll always value,” Daley said.

Ellisville native, Cannon Crowder is currently planning to play football at Doane University in Crete, Nebraska as he earns his bachelor’s and master’s degree in Education. The history major was voted by his peers as Mr. 鶹ֱ while also being a member of the Bobcat Football Team, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the First Baptist Church’s College group. His parents are Grant and Anita-Shawn Crowder.

Leilani DeBar

𲹰’s Leilani DeBar is majoring in accounting with plans to become a lawyer at Mississippi State University. She has been an active member of the Charles Pickering Honors Institute, PTK, Student Government Association, Future Business Leaders of America, and the Non-Traditional Student Organization, while also earning the Letter “J” Award. DeBar will be interning in Washington D.C. for Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith. Dennis and Kelley DeBar are Leilani’s parents.

“I’m truly grateful and motivated to keep striving for excellence. I hope to use what I have learned here to make a meaningful difference. Jones helped me develop as a student and a leader, and it’s where I’ve built relationships and experiences that will stay with me long after graduation,” said DeBar.

Chrishon Ellis

Chrishon Ellis of Panola is an Agriculture Science major with aspirations of attending MSU to major in Crop Entomology and minor in Agriculture Policy/Law. At JC, he was a member of the Bobcat Brigade, SGA, Sigma Kappa Delta English Honor Society, PTK and FBLA. In his spare time, Ellis is a New Hope Mentor Scholar, and past State V.P. for the Mississippi FFA. Christopher Ellis and Shermika Harris are his parents.

“Being inducted into the 鶹ֱ Hall of Fame after only one year is incredibly meaningful to me because it shows that the impact I made truly mattered. In a short time, this college has shaped me, challenged me, and helped me grow in ways I never expected. It connects me to the legacy of 鶹ֱ and the people who supported me from day one,” said Ellis.

Larissa Hubbard

Just like her basketball career, Larissa Hubbard is one of the top of her class and was chosen to be a Tullos Scholar. At Harrison Central High School, she graduated 10th in her class and was on the Varsity basketball team. At 鶹ֱ, Hubbard has continued to excel academically and athletically as the Team Captain, and she has also earned a spot on the President’s List honor roll every semester and is a member of PTK. She earned NJCAA All-Academic Team and All-MACCC Academic Honors, and NJCAA All-Conference second team honors. In addition to being in class and on the court, Hubbard volunteers with young athletes and volunteers at college events. The accounting major from Gulfport plans to continue her athletic career at Lamar University and then work on the marketing team of a major league sports team. Her parents are Byron and Kristie Hubbard.

“This honor exemplifies that dedication, and integrity will lead to a successful path. Hard work at a college that cares will not go unnoticed,” said Hubbard. “Originally, I came to Jones to play basketball, but it soon became more than just that. I grew genuine relationships not only with my fellow classmates, but with the faculty as well. For the last two years, Jones has really felt like home to me. All small colleges say they see you as more than a number, but 鶹ֱ acts on it as well.”

Mia Huff

Mia Grace Xian Li Huff of Taylorsville majored in biology with the goal of pursuing a career in the medical field. While at Jones, Huff was active in the English Honor Society, Sigma Kappa Delta, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Bobcat Brigade, SGA and at her church. She plans to transfer to Ole Miss for her B.A. in Biological Sciences, then to UMMC for the doctoral program. Her parents are Jim and Samantha Huff.

“Having only been here for only one year, I am extremely proud of what I have accomplished in such a short time, thanks to the incredible community at 鶹ֱ,” said Huff. “My time at Jones has provided me with the skills and confidence to overcome the fear of attending a large university. I will forever cherish how this experience has shaped me into a person ready to make a meaningful impact on the world.”

Ridgeland Jones

Ridgeland Jones of Laurel was selected for the highest academic and athletic honors. He has served as the Team Captain for the Men’s Tennis Team, is the 2024 and 2025 Single and Men’s Doubles Tennis Champion and the 2026 MACCC Men’s Tennis Champion/and 2025 Region 23 Men’s Tennis Champion. Jones is a member of Bobcat Brigade, and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. He plans to continue his education at USM and major in Kinesiology and then earn his master’s degree at William Carey University to be a coach and teacher. His parents are Donna and Robin Jones of Laurel.

“This honor means a lot to me because I have worked extremely hard and this accomplishment makes all the hard work worth it,” said Jones.

Lake Jordan

Prentiss resident, Lake Jordan has been involved at 鶹ֱ in the Bobcat Brigade, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Baptist Student Union Evangelism Team and Summer Missions, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and he works in the JC Sports Media Department. Jordan plans to transfer to William Carey University and major in Christian Studies. Mark and Cheri Jordan are his parents.

“I love the personal environment here at Jones and will sincerely miss my relationships with people on campus. It is not just JC that has been special to me, but I have also realized there is something special about the people in Jones County that makes me want to stay here,” said Jordan.

Sherline King

From Panama City, Panama, Sherline King has taken the region by storm with her academic and athletic abilities.  

As a Lady Soccer Team member, she Started all 22 matches and guided Jones to the national semifinals. This year, she was voted MACCC Player of the Year and United Soccer Coaches Junior College Division II Player of the Year, NJCAA Division II First Team All-American and United Soccer Coaches AA, NJCAA All-Region 23 as well as First Team All-MACCC. Also at Jones, King was a Resident Assistant in Women’s Housing, and she is a member of the Panama National Team that just qualified for the World Cup. King will be headed to Canada for her next soccer game, then to Oklahoma State University to earn her degree in Psychology. Her parents are Jorge King and Maria Perea.

Callee Knotts

Callee Knotts of Soso served as the President of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and was selected as an All-Mississippi Academic Team. She was active in Bobcat Brigade, FCA, and she was a member of the 鶹ֱ Livestock Show Team. The Agricultural Communications major plans to transfer to Mississippi State and earn her bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Chris and Allyson Knotts are her parents.

“I am honored to receive this award from the place that is ‘home’ to me. It reminds me that all the hard work I put into my classes and extracurricular activities is worth it. I have made amazing connections and created lasting memories with great people,” said Knotts.

Elizabeth Lewman

Kinesiology major and Bobcat Cheerleader, Elizabeth Lewman will be attending the University of Mississippi as a co-ed cheerleader. The Summit resident was a member of the JC 2026 National Championship Co-ed Cheer Team, as well as Bobcat Brigade, FCA and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. Dan and Lisa Lewman are her parents.

“This honor is reflective of everything I’ve been able to accomplish at Jones over the last two years. I’m incredibly honored that Jones has selected me among so many incredible students!” said Lewman.

Angela Martinez

Angela Martinez of Ellisville is serving as the DECA State and local chapter president. She earned the Letter “J” Award and is majoring in Culinary Arts Technology. Additionally, she is a member of the marching band, Phi Theta Kappa, and DECA. Martinez also volunteers at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Clothing Room and Christmas Food Drive. Her future plans include transferring to USM to earn a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality and Tourism and open her own restaurant or bakeshop. Jesus Martinez and Dalia Velazquez are her parents.

“This honor makes all the hard work and effort even more worth it,” said Martinez. “I have grown up with the ‘leave it better than you found it’ mentality and I feel like I have been able to do that here at Jones!”

Hope Mealer

Petal resident, Hope Mealer just completed the Radiologic Technology program at JC and will be taking the National Registry test to be a Registered Radiologic Technologist. In addition to preparing for her career, Mealer was a member of the Women’s Basketball Team, Phi Theta Kappa, FCA, the Radiology Class Representative and coaches Little League at the Petal YMCA. Her parents are Newton and Jennifer Mealer.

“This honor means a lot to me because I’ve worked so hard to prove to myself that I could balance being a student athlete and now a mom to three-year-old twins, and a full-time student,” explained Mealer. “To be a member of the Hall of Fame is just a testament to how hard I have worked and how much it has paid off.”

Adam Nix

Adam Nix of Ellisville is a member of the men’s golf team, Charles Pickering Honors Institute, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and Homecoming Court. The physics and engineering major plans to transfer to Mississippi State to major in chemical engineering. Anthony and Stacey Nix are his parents.

Emma Pattie

Kinesiology major from Hattiesburg, Emma Pattie is also a proud member of the JC 2026 National Championship Co-ed Cheer Team, Bobcat Brigade and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, and FCA. In her spare time, she is a cheer judge for local high school teams and Pattie volunteers at Civitan Camp. Her future plans include transferring to the University of Mississippi. Chad and Paige Pattie are her parents.

“This honor is incredibly meaningful to me. I am so appreciative of the Jones faculty and staff who have poured into me and built up my strengths. Being named to the Hall of Fame is truly a privilege and I am thankful to be recognized in this way,” Pattis shared.

Edna Perez-Ambrocio

Morton resident, Edna Perez-Ambrocio is pursuing a degree in elementary education with the goal of becoming a principal. At Jones, Perez-Ambrocio was a member of the FBLA, Vice President of Sigma Kappa Delta English Honor Society, Concert Choir, Nova Voce Choir, Marching Band, Concert Band, Student Government Association and PTK. She was honored to receive the Letter “J” Award and Sophomore Maid for Homecoming. Her parents are Julio Domingo Chun and Mayra Ambrocio Perez.

“This honor represents the opportunities that Jones has given me again, and it is a representation for my family and Guatemalan Community to know that all my dedication and effort did not go unnoticed. It also represents the support from my parents and friends because without them, I wouldn’t be where I am today!” Perez-Ambrocio said.

Emily Rogers

Emily Rogers, the 2025 West Jones Valedictorian, Lindy Calahan Scholar Athlete and HOBY attendee, continued to garner honors as a 鶹ֱ student. She was a member of the Women’s Tennis Team that earned its first National Title for JC and Mississippi. She also enjoyed being a member of Bobcat Brigade, PTK, and the Charles Pickering Honors Institute. Rogers is transferring to MSA to complete her biology degree with hopes of getting into medical school. The Good Shepherd Clinic volunteer plans to become a physician and work in her hometown of Laurel.

“鶹ֱ means so much to me because it gave me opportunities I didn’t expect and helped shape who I am today. I am incredibly grateful that God’s plan led me here, and I will always value the experiences and relationships I gained at Jones,” Rogers said.

Josie Tullos

Josie Tullos is also a member of the National Championship Tennis Team at 鶹ֱ and recently was named the ITA JUCO Arthur Ashe Leadership & Sportsmanship National Award. She also earned MACC and Region 23 Championship Awards, the Jones Tennis Bobcat Award and the Letter “J” Award. Tullos also participated in PTK and the Charles Pickering Honors Institute, and volunteered for First Baptist Church of ’s College Worship, Student/Children’s Ministry and is D-now small group leader. The Newton resident is planning to complete the Teacher Assistant Program at William Carey University. Wyatt and Holly Tullos are her parents.

“There have certainly been hard days, but this place has grown me as a student, an athlete and a Follower of Christ,” said Tullos. “Receiving this honor is immensely special to me because Jones has truly been the best two years of my life. The community has poured into me greatly and I’m very appreciative.”

Destiny Velasco-Izaguirre

’s Destiny Velasco-Izaguirre is majoring in International Business with the intention of pursuing a double major in economics and ancient Mediterranean culture, as well as a career in journalism. At JC, she served as the V.P. of Phi Theta Kappa, V.P. and Social Media Manager for the BSU, and a staff member for the student newspaper, The Radionian. She was elected as Student Body Maid in 2025, V.P. of the Student Government Association, and earned 2nd place honors for the Best News Story at the 2024 and Mississippi Press Association Contest, and 2nd place for the Best Feature Story at this year’s competition. Velasco-Izaguirre also volunteers for the First Baptist Church of ’s Mission Monday.

“Being named a member of the Hall of Fame has shown me the tremendous growth I’ve made. Although my time at 鶹ֱ has not been without challenges, this recognition reminds me that I have made at least one step forward towards my goal in life, to reach my full potential,” shared Velasco-Izaguirre.

Alex Virgen

Laurel Middle College graduate and JC graduate, Alex Virgen also served as a member of the Future Leaders of Jones County. At Laurel High School, he was the Valedictorian, served as the Beta Club secretary and was a member of the Gospel Choir. Virgen’s future plans include going to Mississippi State University for a dual degree in industrial engineering and business administration.

“This honor represents the dream that my parents wanted for me when they came to the United States, the dream of giving their child chances they never had,” Virgen shared. “To me, JC has meant opportunity and the chance to grow, achieve, and move forward all within Jones County.”

Hall of Fame Students 2025-2026

Roderick “Tripp” Alexander-Gulfport          

Noah Allen-Columbia

Sydney Clearman-Hattiesburg

Elisa Cook-Meridian

Cole Cress-Ridgeland

Cannon Crowder-Ellisville

William Cody Daley-Prentiss

Leilani DeBar-Leakesville

Chrishon Ellis-Panola

Larissa Hubbard-Gulfport

Mia Grace Huff-Taylorsville

Ridgeland Jones-Laurel

Lake Jordan-Prentiss

Sherline King-Panama City, Panama

Callee Dianne Knotts-Soso

Elizabeth Claire Lewman-Summit

Angela Martinez-Ellisville

Hope Elizabeth Mealer-Petal

Adam Nix-Ellisville

Emma Katherine Pattie-Hattiesburg

Edna Perez-Ambrocio-Morton

Emily Lynn Rogers-Laurel

Josie Tullos-Newton

Destiny Velasco-Izaguirre-Ellisville

Alex Guinluca Virgen-Laurel

鶹ֱ celebrated graduates, family, education and the U.S.A.

ELLISVILLE – As 665 graduates crossed the stage to roaring applause, 鶹ֱ celebrated academic achievement, family support and the approaching 250th birthday of the United States during its 98th Commencement Ceremony. These graduates received either an associate in arts degree, associate in applied science degree, associate of science, associate of science and technology, a technical certificate, or a career certificate. Although rain forced the ceremony indoors, college leaders and graduates embraced the change with optimism and gratitude, turning the day into a memorable celebration of perseverance and patriotism.

Dr. Jesse Smith

“As our country approaches its 250th birthday, we celebrate not only the founding of our nation, but the generation of leaders who have carried our country forward based on its promise,” 鶹ֱ President, Dr. Jesse Smith told the audience. “Leaders who have worn the uniform, answered the call and devoted their lives to something greater than themselves.”

The commencement ceremony featured keynote speaker, Major General Augustus Leon Collins, a retired United States Army Major General and Former Adjutant General of Mississippi, as well as a community college graduate from Booneville. He challenged graduates to believe in themselves, remain adaptable and live lives defined by character and service.

Maj. Gen. Augustus Collins

“Things do not always happen as they’re planned, so you always have to have a contingency plan,” Collins said, referring to the weather-related change in ceremony plans. “Those who have contingency plans have a greater level of success than those who don’t.”

Collins repeatedly emphasized the importance of confidence, discipline and perseverance, encouraging graduates to embrace opportunities and trust their abilities.

“I think you ought to believe in yourself,” Collins said. “Prepare yourself, drill yourself and go through it over and over, because when your time comes, you’ll be ready and have the confidence that you can perform.”

He also reminded graduates that their actions and decisions will shape their futures.

“Your character and your reputation will speak for you when you can’t speak for yourself,” Collins said. “Live your life as if somebody just might chisel your name off the plaque of graduates, like they do for U.S. War College alumni who dishonor themselves.”

Sydnee Tisdale

The ceremony highlighted the college’s patriotic theme with a performance of the National Anthem, by 2026 graduate from Ellisville, Sydney Tisdale and the Alumni Choir performing “The Battle Hymn of the Republic,” as well as spiritual references with the Concert Choir singing, “Ride on King Jesus” and Jones OnStage performing, “Take Me to the King.” Graduates reflected on both the emotional and historic significance of the day.

Emily Daigle

“It’s more exciting than stressful,” said graduate Emily Daigle of Seminary, a William Winters Scholar, and Charles Pickering Honors Institute member who majored in English. “I couldn’t stop thinking about it because I was so excited to celebrate our accomplishments with everyone else around me. Today is basically the gateway to everything next.”

Daigle said she plans to continue her education in Germany and hopes to pursue a career in communications. Graduate Jayla Jones of Quitman said commencement represented the reward for years of hard work and preparation.

“It’s just a testimony of all of our hard work and it is preparation for the future for us,” Jones said and she added that the rain brought back memories of her indoor high school graduation. “My high school graduation had to be inside because of the rain too, so it’s kind of like a double whammy,” she said with a laugh.

鶹ֱ graduates pictured left to right, Yolanda James of Heidelberg, Ke’Amber Jones of Heidelberg and Jayla Jones of Quitman pose for pictures prior to the Commencement Ceremony.

Jones plans to attend The University of Southern Mississippi to study journalism and work in the university’s Roy Howard Community Journalism Center. For non-traditional student Hope Mealer of Petal, graduation symbolized perseverance and setting an example for her children.

Hall of Fame recipients, Larissa Hubbard, Hope Mealer, Elisa Cook, and Chrishon Ellis.

“Today means everything to me because it gives my twins somebody to look up to,” Mealer said. “My story is just a testimony from being a single mom playing basketball to making it to the Hall of Fame. It’s just a little part of my story.”

Leilani DeBar

𲹰’s Leilani DeBar described commencement as the culmination of years of dedication and hard work.

“This just means accomplishment,” DeBar said. “Everything that I’ve worked for has led up to this point.”

DeBar, who delivered the invocation during one of the three ceremonies, encouraged graduates to use their education to serve others with kindness and compassion. Following graduation, DeBar will intern in Washington, D.C., for Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith before continuing her accounting degree at Mississippi State University with plans to attend law school.

Tripp Alexander

Tripp Alexander of Gulfport reflected on the relationships and opportunities he experienced during his time at Jones as he prepared to walk out on stage.

“This day is an accumulation of a good two years,” Alexander added he will continue his soccer career at Huntingdon College in Montgomery, Alabama. “I had a great opportunity to come play soccer at a great place. It’s meant the world to me.”

For Hall of Fame graduate, Noah Allen of Columbia, commencement represented both achievement and gratitude.

“This day means so much,” Allen said. “My family and friends supported me through the good times and bad times, and I’m just glad to graduate with my friends. I am looking forward to going to the University of Southern Mississippi to pursue a bachelor’s degree in information technology and study coding.”

MIddle College graduate, Alex Virgen received his Laurel HS & 鶹ֱ Diploma from Dr. Michael Eubanks

One of the ceremony’s most celebrated moments happened while honoring Laurel High School’s groundbreaking program called Middle College. Through a partnership with the Laurel School District, 19 high school students simultaneously earned both high school diplomas and associate degrees from 鶹ֱ. The fourth class of Middle College graduates included, Amber Burks, Gracelyn Carmichael, Davon Chambers, Eddie Cole, Henry DeJesus, Liliana Garcia, Autumn McGill, Karina Julio, Maitin Lainez, Laila McMillan, Jamari Morrow, Arberney Pollard, Vanessa Reyes, Sydney Ridgeway, Malia Sanders, Dexyia Sullican, Javon Terrell, and Richard Ward. Alex Virgen additionally earned 鶹ֱ’s prestigious Hall of Fame academic honor.

“Since the first Laurel High School cohort launched in 2021, these students have shown remarkable determination and achievement. It’s incredible,” Smith said. “When they finish high school, they are already 鶹ֱ graduates.”

He also praised the Women’s Tennis Team who just captured the NJCAA Division II National Championship, which is the first time the lady’s tennis team has won the National title for 鶹ֱ and it’s the first for Mississippi. Also, the JC Ladies Tennis Team won three individual national titles and three national doubles titles. With lots to celebrate, but before the streamers fell from the ceiling and before ending his commencement speech, Collins urged students to remember the people who helped them succeed and to use their education to serve others.

“None of us achieve greatness alone,” Collins said. “Your family, your teachers and your community helped shape who you are today. Honor them by making a difference wherever life takes you.”