PCSSD student selected as 2025 Arkansas Diamond Student
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A Pulaski County Special School District student has made history as the first student in the district to be selected as a 2025 Arkansas Diamond Student.
Jamaya McCoy was honored Tuesday, March 18 during the Alternative Learning Environment Leadership Day at the Arkansas Capitol.
PCSSD officials said McCoy was nominated by her teacher, Tonya Dixon, for the award based on her display of diligence, perseverance, sensitivity and resiliency.
'Finding the words to describe the greatness of Jamaya is hard,' Dixon said. 'She is truly going to go beyond her expectations and do absolutely great things! I cannot think of anyone more deserving of the Diamond Award.'
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Officials said her nomination was vetted by a committee made up of board members of the Arkansas Association of Alternative Educators and members of the Arkansas Department of Education Alternative Education Unit.
When asked about her receiving the award, McCoy said she was determined to work hard and stay focused.
'It is better to lead than to follow. Your own path is the best path,' she said.
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