JANS – The Jackson Public School community gathered July 24, 2025, to celebrate the transformation of Bailey APAC Middle School. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the official reopening of the historic campus located at 1900 North State Street, now reimagined to meet the needs of today’s gifted learners.
Families, staff, scholars, and district leaders filled the newly upgraded halls to reflect on the building’s rich legacy and celebrate the future ahead. The event opened with a warm welcome from Bailey APAC scholars Fidelis Malembeka and Maybelle McGuffey, who set the tone for a ceremony rooted in pride, progress, and purpose.
Bailey APAC Principal Robbie Ferguson shared the school’s renewed commitment to academic excellence, followed by heartfelt words from parent Dr. Angela Bass, who offered a personal perspective on the school’s impact. Deputy Superintendent Dr. Michael Cormack Jr. recapped the journey to a fully renovated campus, while Board President Barbara Hilliard reflected on the district’s vision for the future…