JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Jackson Public Schools (JPS) Class of 2026, which consists of 1,392 graduates, earned more than $65 million in scholarship offers from colleges and universities nationwide.
According to the district, Jim Hill High School led the District with $33,543,603 in scholarship offers, followed by Murrah High School with $13,500,000.
8 Jackson seniors secure nearly $12M in scholarships
JPS will hold its 2026 commencement ceremonies for graduating seniors on May 26 and May 27 at the Mississippi Coliseum, located at 1207 Mississippi Street in Jackson.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026:
- Murrah High School – 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Provine High School – 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Jim Hill High School – 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026:
- Callaway High School – 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Forest Hill High School – 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Lanier Jr. Sr. High School – 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The Mississippi Coliseum requires clear bags for entry, and all guests will be subject to metal detection…