Students in the Computer Science and Engineering classes of Ms. Davis are using their 3-D printing skills to create Christmas ornaments to display on their class Christmas tree.
Dr. Tom Wallace, a CTE Curriculum Consultant from ICEV Multimedia, presented a plaque to SPHS's Mr. Davenport and Mr. Carter in recognition of their agriculture students’ outstanding achievement in earning industry certifications during the 2023-2024 school year.
The certifications awarded were:
Principles of Floral Design Certification, which validates mastery of fundamental artistic elements and principles, with a focus on their application in floral design.
Principles of Small Engine Technology Certification, which verifies students' competency with industry-standard equipment and tools essential for entry-level careers in the outdoor power equipment industry.
Personal Financial Literacy Certification, which demonstrates students’ understanding of financial concepts such as credit cards, loans, retirement, investments, and mortgages.
Congratulations to Mr. Josh Davenport on being named Mississippi Farm Bureau's FFA Advisor of the Year! Your dedication, passion, and commitment to shaping the next generation of leaders in agriculture are truly inspiring.
We're so proud to see your hard work and leadership being recognized. Here's to many more accomplishments in your journey!
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The South Panola Career and Technical Education (CTE) Department is proud to announce Aisha Benson as November’s Career and Technical Student of the Month. Aisha, a dedicated student in the Diversified Agriculture program, is currently excelling in her studies of Animal Core. She is on track to complete the program next semester with the Capstone course.
Aisha’s hard work and commitment were recognized in a special presentation. Mr. Robert Barnard, Work-Based Learning instructor, presented her with the Student of the Month plaque and a personalized tumbler, generously provided by Thermos, Inc. Additionally, Mr. Brian Locke from GreenPoint AG awarded Aisha a $50 check, underscoring the community’s support for outstanding students in agriculture and technical education.
Reflecting on her experience, Aisha shared, "Being in Diversified Agriculture has allowed me to meet new people and engage in new pathways of life that I want to take in the future."
The South Panola CTE Department congratulates Aisha on her achievements and is excited to see her continued success in Diversified Agriculture and beyond.
The South Panola National Honor Society wants to extend a huge thank you to everyone who helped make our Grace Place Food Drive a success. Thanks to everyone’s generosity, we were able to donate 937 items to help those in need this holiday season. Pictured below are NHS Advisers Annah Bailey and Beverly Watson along with Christopher McClure and Wayne Papania from The Grace Place.
Students enjoyed a fun coding game using different colored leaves they had collected. They were challenged to move through a maze individually by changing only 1 line of code attached to a particular color of leaf. Then, they worked in groups by problem solving which code to change to successfully complete the maze. These students are in the Career Technical classes of Ms. Davis. They are currently enrolled in Computer Science and Engineering.
Before Thanksgiving break, the Computer Science/Engineering and Exploring Computer Science classes of Ms. Davis and Mrs. Darby were visited by Sean Ennis from the Water Valley Coding Academy located in Water Valley, MS. He explained the completely free 10-month coding program available to high school graduates. Mr. Ennis provided some history of how the facility developed from a dream of a Water Valley resident to train 18-year-old graduates to provide a much-needed coding workforce in Mississippi. This program accepts 45 attendees each year and teaches over 8 coding languages along with interviewing and problem-solving skills. Additionally, the coding academy attendees earn 45 hours of college credit from Northwest Community College. Graduates can join the workforce earning over $50,000 per year or choose to finish their associate’s degree with only 1 additional semester of college. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Ms. Davis at cdavis@spanola.net.
On Saturday, November 23rd, students from Mrs. Shultice and Ms. Payne’s Health Science classes volunteered at a walk hosted by the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi to raise awareness about the impact of diabetes. Huge thanks to everyone who participated!
We want to extend a huge thank you to Dunlap and Kyle for their generous donation to the SPH band! Your support means the world to us and helps us continue to create music, grow as musicians, and bring joy to our community.
Mrs. Hamilton's classes have been researching national parks across the country as part of their ecotourism project. Each group researched a different national park and created a presentation, including the climate of the park, the wildlife that lives there, how to prepare for a visit there, and the way humans impact the park.
The classes voted on the most informative, most creative, and fan favorite presentations. Results are in:
Second Block:
Most Informative: Kenzi, Aidan, and Passion (Badlands National Park)
Most Creative & Fan Favorite: Vanna, Lela, Henry, and Millie (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)
Third Block:
Most Informative: Emma, Brooklyn, and Ashlyn (Denali National Park)
Most Creative & Fan Favorite: CJ, Jaylon, Allie, and Koko (Yosemite National Park)
Fourth Block:
Most Informative: Ayanna, Addy, and Marius (Acadia National Park)
Most Creative: Jeremy, RJ, and JJ (Hot Springs National Park)
Fan Favorite: Kiyiah, Sammi, and D (Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park)
Congratulations to Chrishon Ellis for being named the November Rotary Student of the Month! Chrishon has chosen to honor Mr. Josh Davenport.
Last Thursday, our Advanced Manufacturing students visited the INCA Pallet factory in Sardis. They got an inside look at the process, where wood chips have over 80% of their moisture removed, then mixed with resin and hardener before being pressed into pallets. Fun fact: INCA built a mini hydraulic pallet press for our students back in 2019, right in our Advanced Manufacturing shop!
South Panola Career and Technical Center to Host Annual Beauty Review
The South Panola Career and Technical Center, proudly sponsored by the Work-Based Learning program, is excited to announce its annual Beauty Review. This highly anticipated event will take place at the Batesville Junior High Auditorium on November 16 at 6:00 p.m. Doors will open to attendees at 5:15 p.m.
To ensure a smooth and secure experience for all, attendees will be required to pass through security scanners upon entry. Additionally, a "CLEAR BAG" policy will be strictly enforced to maintain safety and efficiency.
This event offers the community an opportunity to support and celebrate the participants while showcasing the dedication and efforts of the Work-Based Learning program. Join us for an evening of elegance and community spirit.
For more information, please contact Mrs. Leah Anne Wrenn or Robert Barnard at 662-563-8992.
