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11-04-2025
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Who won Jackson Metro Student of the Week April 6-12? Find out here
Each week the Clarion Ledger highlights the achievements of outstanding local high school students. Out of five nominees, there can only be one Jackson Metro Student of the Week. The votes are in. It was a tight race, but with just over 50% of the votes, Elizabeth Nichols of Jackson Academy is the Clarion Ledger's Jackson Metro Student of the Week for April 6-12. Nichols is a senior at Jackson Academy. She is an accomplished student who excels both in and out of the classroom. Currently serving as the Student Body Vice President, Nichols is an officer on the Accents Dance Team and was voted by her peers to be a representative on the Homecoming Court. Nichols is an Academy Honors student, serving as a member of the National Honor Society, Rho Kappa, Mu Alpha Theta, and has been twice named as the recipient of the subject award for Spanish. She is active in several JA clubs, has been named a class favorite and won the Faculty Award her junior year. Nichols is very active in her church and community, having participated in mission trips to Mexico and the Dominican Republic, and volunteering with the Hudspeth Regional Center and We Will Go Ministries. Last week's winner: Who won Jackson Metro Student of the Week March 30- April 5? Find out here You can vote to decide the next Jackson Metro Student of the Week. Polls open Monday mornings and close Thursdays at noon. Winners are announced on Friday. Are you a teacher, principal, librarian or other faculty member with a nomination? Click here for the nomination form or contact Mary Boyte at mboyte@ for more information. This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Jackson Metro Student of the Week April 6-12 winner announced
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21-03-2025
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Who won Jackson Metro Student of the Week March 16-22? Find out here
Each week the Clarion Ledger highlights the achievements of outstanding local high school students. Out of five nominees, there can only be one Jackson Metro Student of the votes are in. Vesper Johnson of Murrah High School is the Clarion Ledger's Jackson Metro Student of the Week for March 16-22. Johnson is a senior at Murrah High School and has a focus in visual arts at Ida B. Wells APAC. His main focuses in life are community organizing and visual art. He serves as the secretary of his local chapter of the National Art Honor Society and the Outreach Chair on the Teen Arts Council of the Mississippi Museum of Art. His artwork has been displayed in shows at Belhaven University and Millsaps College. Johnson plans to attend Millsaps College and pursue a degree in studio art. Last week's winner: Who won Jackson Metro Student of the Week March 2-8? Find out here You can vote to decide the next Jackson Metro Student of the Week. Polls open Monday mornings and close Thursdays at noon. Winners are announced on Friday. Are you a teacher, principal, librarian or other faculty member with a nomination? Click here for the nomination form or contact Mary Boyte at mboyte@ for more information. This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Jackson Metro Student of the Week March 16-22 winner announced
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28-02-2025
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Who won Jackson Metro Student of the Week Feb. 23- March 1? Find out here
Each week the Clarion Ledger highlights the achievements of outstanding local high school students. Out of five nominees, there can only be one Jackson Metro Student of the Week. The votes are in. McClain Ellis is the Clarion Ledger's Jackson Metro Student of the Week for Feb. 23- March 1. A sophomore at Germantown High School, Ellis is a dedicated leader, honor roll student, as well as an active member of the school's Health Care Academy, cheerleading team, Beta Club and yearbook staff. Ellis is always eager and willing to help others. Her dedication and work ethic are displayed in all aspects of her academic and extra-curricular activities. She provides community service through various organizations. Ellis will take on any challenge, whether academic or personal, which is why she has been recognized by Germantown High School staff as Model Maverick Student of the month. Last week's winner: Who won Jackson Metro Student of the Week Feb. 16-22? Find out here You can vote to decide the next Jackson Metro Student of the Week. Polls open Monday mornings and close Thursdays at noon. Winners are announced on Friday. Are you a teacher, principal, librarian or other faculty member with a nomination? Click here for the nomination form or contact Mary Boyte at mboyte@ for more information. This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Jackson Metro Student of the Week Feb. 23- March 1 winner announced
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10-02-2025
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Vote for Jackson Metro Student of the Week Feb. 9-15
The Clarion Ledger's Jackson Metro Student of the Week feature highlights the outstanding achievements of local high school students, academic and beyond. Each week, you can vote for one winner out of five nominees. Read about this week's nominees, and then vote in the poll below. The poll will close Thursday at noon. Winners will be announced on Friday morning each week. You can cast a vote once per hour per device. Last week's winner: Who won Jackson Metro Student of the Week Feb. 2-8? Find out here. Lauren Daniels: Daniels, a senior at Germantown High School, is an exceptional student who is highly involved and active in her student body. During her four years at GHS, she has participated in advanced placement courses, dual enrollment courses, the GHS cheer team and the teaching program. Even though she is highly involved, she maintains straight A's while also being a reliable, friendly face in the school. Just this month, she received Student of the Month for her senior class by always representing a shining example of what it means to be a good citizen and Germantown Maverick. Kyra Marshall: Marshall was also a nominee for Student of the Week Sept. 22-28. Marshall is a junior at Murrah High School. She is a well-rounded student who shows kindness and love to everyone she meets. Marshall is an honors student and has a 3.8 GPA. Marshall is known for being intelligent, funny, kind, empathetic, sincere and witty. As a student, she is known for her consistent strive toward academic excellence. Avery Power: Power was also a nominee for Student of the Week Sept. 8-14. Power, a senior at Brandon High School, is the captain of the Brandon Volleyball team and an honor student in the health sciences program. In addition to her athletic and academic achievements, she actively contributes to the school community as a member of the yearbook staff, a Diamond Girl, and a chair for Beauty and Beau. Recognized as a Clarion Ledger Player of the Week, a MAC All-Star and an MHSAA 7A Scholar Athlete, Power has committed to continuing her volleyball career at Mississippi State University next year. Arianna Robinson: Robinson was also a nominee for Student of the Week Jan. 19-25. Robinson is a senior at Canton High School. She is persistent with her attendance, and she strives to be a better student each and every day. Robinson demonstrates being a huge believer in success by always asking questions when she doesn't fully understand the information and always keeping a positive work ethic throughout the class. Ally Young: Young was also a nominee for Student of the Month Sept. 8-14. As 11th Grade Class President of Pisgah High School, Young showcases exceptional leadership and commitment, enhancing her school community through her active involvement in the National Honor Society, Beta Club, and FCA Leadership. Her dedication to both academics and athletics is evident in her roles on the varsity volleyball and softball teams. Additionally, Young's contributions to Rankin Youth Leadership, Jackson Sub Deb and her role as a Pinelake 56 Small Group Co-leader highlight her ability to balance multiple responsibilities with grace. Are you a teacher, principal, librarian or other faculty member with a nomination? Contact Mary Boyte at mboyte@ for more information. This article originally appeared on Mississippi Clarion Ledger: Vote for Jackson Metro Student of the Week Feb. 9-15
