Rankin County School District

?? Congratulations to Brandon High School Culinary Arts Academy! ????? Our talented students recently competed in the Army National Guard State MRE Cookoff and brought home some incredible honors! ?? Awards Received: Best Entrée for the State Top Chef Award – ranking them as the top culinary group in the state! A special shoutout to the hard-working students: Eriyana Curtis Canada Williams Gage Blansett Jeffery Kneeland And a big thank you to Culinary Instructor Sharon Roth and CTE Instructor Pam Smith for their expert guidance. #BHSculinaryArts #TopChef #StateChampions #RankinCountyPride #FutureChefs #ReachingSuccessTogether

?? Congratulations to our Reading Fair Winners! ??? We are so proud of all of our students who participated and displayed incredible talent and creativity in their categories. Here are the winners from each grade level: ?? Kindergarten: Drayce Necaise, Highland Bluff Elementary – Family Literacy Fiction PK-K ?? 2nd Grade: Kambry Steverson, Puckett Elementary – Family Literary Fiction 1-2 ?? 3rd Grade: Emory Barrentine, Puckett Elementary – Individual Literary Fiction 3-5 ?? 4th Grade: Clara Nelson, Puckett Elementary – Individual Informational NonFiction 3-5 ?? 8th Grade: John Warren McKay, Pisgah High School – Individual Literary Fiction 6-8 ?? 8th Grade: John Warren McKay, Pisgah High School – Individual Informational NonFiction 6-8 ?? 12th Grade: Alex Holeman, Pisgah High School – Individual Informational NonFiction 9-12 ?? 12th Grade: Amarie Hughes, Pisgah High School – Individual Literary Fiction 9-12 ?? These students have showcased their hard work and passion for reading, and we couldn’t be prouder! Keep up the amazing work! ?? #RCSDReadingFair #StudentExcellence #ReadToSucceed #ReachingSuccessTogether

?? 7A MHSAA Girls Soccer State Champions! ??? Congratulations to the Northwest Rankin High School Girls Soccer Team on winning the 7A MHSAA State Championship! ?? Their hard work, determination, and teamwork have led them to the top spot in Mississippi, and we couldn’t be prouder! These champions were recognized during today’s board meeting for their incredible achievement. Let’s celebrate their success!! #StateChamps #RCSDExcellence #ReachingSuccessTogether

???? Rankin County Spelling Bee Champion! ???? Congratulations to Micah Johnson, a 4th grader at Brandon Elementary, for winning 1st place in the Rankin County Spelling Bee! ???? His hard work and dedication to mastering words have earned him the top spot, and we are so proud of his achievement! Micah was recognized during today’s board meeting for this outstanding accomplishment. #SpellingBeeChampion #RCSDExcellence #ReachingSuccessTogether

?? Our District Career Expo is Underway! ?? A huge thank you to all the business and industry professionals who are connecting with our students today, helping them explore exciting career paths and inspiring the next generation of leaders! ?? We also want to give a special shoutout to our RCSD Mental Health Therapists, who are here offering valuable resources and support to ensure our students are thriving emotionally and mentally as they explore their futures. ?? Stay tuned for more highlights from this fantastic event! #RCSDExpo #CareerExploration #InspiringFutureLeaders #MentalHealthMatters #RankinCountyPride #ShapingTheFuture #ReachingSuccessTogether

?? NCA National Cheer Champions! ???? A huge congratulations to the Brandon High School Cheer Team for bringing home the NCA National Championship in Advanced Crowd Leading – Medium Division! ???? Their hard work, dedication, and unstoppable spirit have earned them this incredible national title, and we couldn’t be prouder! Today, they were recognized during the RCSD board meeting for their outstanding achievement. ???? #NCAChampions #ReachingSuccessTogether #RCSDExcellence

?? Mississippi Poetry Project – Dreams & Wishes Statewide Winners ?? Congratulations to these talented RCSD students for being named statewide winners in the Mississippi Poetry Project – Dreams & Wishes competition! ??? They will receive certificates of congratulations and have the exciting opportunity to share their winning poems at the Mississippi Young Writers Poetry Festival this April. ?? Winners: ?? Kindergarten – Grace Cummings, Nathan Brown ?? 1st Grade – Rosie Bodker ?? 2nd Grade – Holden Smith ?? 4th Grade – Ethan Koech ?? 5th Grade – Karter Clay We are so proud of these young poets and their creativity! #RCSDExcellence #YoungPoets #DreamsAndWishes #ReachingSuccessTogether

?? Huge Congratulations to Mr. Dane Peagler! ?? Mr. Peagler, a dedicated educator at Brandon High School, has been honored with the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)—the highest recognition a K-12 math and science teacher can receive from the U.S. government! ???? Join us in celebrating Mr. Peagler for this incredible achievement! #RCSDExcellence #STEMLeadership #PAEMST #ReachingSuccessTogether

?? RCSD Employees & Students of the Month! ?? Join us in celebrating these incredible students and staff members who go above and beyond every day! ?? Their dedication, hard work, and positive impact make a difference in our schools and community. A huge thank you to Community Bank and the Foundation for the Rankin County Public Schools for sponsoring this recognition and supporting excellence in RCSD! ? Honorees: ?? District Certified: DaVida Fletcher, Elementary Curriculum ?? District Classified: Jokabi Jenkins, Safety & Security ?? Secondary Administrator: Russell Granberry, McLaurin High ?? Elementary Administrator: Mijia Ward, Pelahatchie Elementary ?? Secondary Certified Staff: Justin Eaves, Brandon High ?? Elementary Certified: Amy Landfair, Puckett Elementary ?? Secondary Classified: Monica Branson, Learning Center ?? Elementary Classified: Julie Squyres, Rouse Elementary ?? Secondary Student: Andrew Taylor, Florence Middle ?? Elementary Student: Juliana Baughn, Oakdale Elementary ?? Substitute: William Simpson, Pisgah High ?? Let’s give them a round of applause for their dedication and impact! #RCSDExcellence #ReachingSuccessTogether #BestInRankin

?? Calling All Business and Industry Professionals! Are you ready to inspire the next generation of leaders, innovators, and professionals? Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with high school juniors and seniors eager to explore diverse career paths at the 3rd Annual Rankin County School District Career Expo! We're excited to partner with Hinds Community College once again, expanding our reach and working together to meet the needs of Mississippi’s future workforce. ?? Showcase your organization with interactive booths and hands-on experiences that highlight the exciting aspects of your industry. This is your chance to make a lasting impact and position your company as a key player in shaping tomorrow's workforce! ?? Date: March 19, 2025 ?? Time: 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM ?? Location: Hinds Community College - Clyde Muse Center, Pearl, MS ?? Participating Schools: Brandon High, McLaurin High, Florence High, Pelahatchie High, Puckett High, Richland High, Pisgah High, and Northwest Rankin High School (Juniors and Seniors) ?? Expected Participation: 700 students (Overall Population: 2,727) ?? Ready to inspire and engage? Register here: https://zurl.co/0jkSj Tag a business that should join us! We can’t wait to see you there! #RCSDCareerExpo #ReachingSuccessTogether