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Jacksonville High outlines test-score focus, expands concurrent credit and will host Special Olympics
Summary
Jacksonville High School told the district board it is targeting steady gains in achievement scores, expanding concurrent‑credit pathways (criminal justice, cybersecurity and other college partnerships), and will host this year’s JNBSE Special Olympics; students and staff also highlighted leadership programs and service projects.
Jacksonville High School presented to the Jacksonville North Pulaski School District Board during the February 2026 meeting, outlining efforts to raise assessment scores, boost campus culture and expand college credit and career pathways.
Principal Mims said school leaders are prioritizing improvements on the Atlas test and broader achievement data, noting that gains are incremental and “this level of improvement cannot be achieved in one single year, but we can show growth and improvement.” She told the board JHS has partnered with the Gear Up program to offer incentives…
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