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Students attending Jackson Public Schools deserve an equitable education that ensures their success in school and in life. By working together with the community, engaging subject matter experts and leveraging partners and funders, we can create a better tomorrow for our students, staff and community.

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Press Release — November 3, 2017

Insight Education Group Update

March 29, 2018
May 31, 2018

“I believe that a quality education is the best opportunity for Mississippi’s children to have a brighter future. Involving the whole community is the best way to bring transformational change to Jackson Public Schools. Get involved and help us get BETTER TOGETHER.”

Phil Bryant, Governor of Mississippi

“The challenges faced by the Jackson Public School District provides an opportunity to create a new transformative vision for JPS. Our children deserve an excellent school district.”

Chokwe Antar Lumumba, Mayor of Jackson

“Children are our greatest asset, and we believe in their hopes, dreams and aspirations. Their future makes this work so important, and when we stand together in partnership with the governor, mayor, JPS and the community, all in alignment, great things will happen.”

La June Montgomery Tabron, President and CEO of W.K. Kellogg Foundation

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