SOUTHAVEN, Miss. — While many high school seniors are focused solely on graduation caps and gowns, Joshua, a standout student at Southaven High School, is preparing for a national stage at the “Happiest Place on Earth.”
Joshua has been named the only student from Mississippi selected to join the 100-member class of the 2026 Disney Dreamers Academy. The prestigious held at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida is designed to inspire and empower young leaders through mentorship, career workshops, and networking with industry professionals.
The Power of the Pen and the Lens
The selection process for the Academy is famously rigorous, drawing thousands of applicants from across the United States. Unlike many collegiate programs, Disney Dreamers Academy focuses on the individual’s story rather than transcripts…