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Dr. Jerry Mixon inducted to
PSD Academic Hall of Fame
 
Dr. Jerry Mixon
 

Dr. Jerry Mixon was inducted into the Petal School District Academic Hall of Fame during the Petal High School Seniors Honors Night program held on May 16, 2013. Dr. Mixon graduated from Petal High School in 1958 and has since earned degrees from William Carey University and the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Through his career he has served as either full time or interim pastor for nineteen congregations. He spoke to students about his experiences growing up and the importance of his three priorities: faith, family and friends. Shown in the picture are Superintendent Dr. John Buchanan (left) and Hall of Fame Inductee Dr. Jerry Mixon (right).

 
Petal School District
Police Department Recognized
 
Police Appreciation
 

Petal School District’s three police officers were recently honored by the district during the Petal Middle School Awards Day program. The officers were presented with certificates of appreciation for their service to the students and staff. Shown left to right are Chief Robin Kinsey, Officer MikeTrest and Officer Gavin Guy.

 
School Board Recognition
May 14, 2013
 
Many teachers, students and parents were recognized at the May 14, 2013, School Board Meeting.  To see pictures and stories, click here.
 
 
Retirement
 
The Petal School District honored its sixteen retiring employees for 2013 at an outdoor reception on May 9, 2013. The employees had served in the district for a combined total of 396 years! Shown left to right are: Tammy Richardson, Debra Lockett, Linda Ferguson, Jerry Everett, Becky Hughes, Kareen Brantley, Jack Linton, Charlene Cannon, Sue Williams, Joanne Moreno, Debbie Nobles, Lou Boyles, Connie Drake and Angie Sides. Not shown are Renee Evans and Melinda Brown.

Shared Decision Making Council
Applications Available

          The Petal School District is currently soliciting applications for Shared Decision Making Council Members.  The Petal School District Strategic Plan provides for a Shared Decision Making Council at the District level and one at each school level. These councils are comprised of parents, students, teachers, support staff, at-large community representatives, and administrators.  The purpose of the council is to provide input into the decision-making process. Anyone interested in serving on one of these councils may print an application by clicking here or contact the Central Office at 601-545-3002.  Deadline for submitting application is May31, 2013.   For application, click here.

 
 
MEMA MEMA FEMA FEMA
  DISASTER ASSISTANCE
 If you sustained losses or damage from the Feb. 10 storms and tornadoes,
you may be eligible for disaster aid. 
For more information

ASISTENCIA POR DESASTRE

Si sufrió daños o pérdidas por el huracán Isaac, podría ser elegible para recibir ayuda por desastre.
 Para más información o solicitar

      

 New Immunization
Requirement for Entering 
Seventh Graders

 
Please click here for more information.
 
Now Hiring Bus Drivers
 
Please click here for more information.
 
Common Core Standards
 
The Petal School District has begun the process to implement the new Common Core Standards into all grades. The Common Core Standards have been adopted by 44 states and will help ensure that the academic expectations are consistent among the participating states. For more information from Mississippi State Superintendent of Education Dr. Tom Burnham, click here.
 
Mission Statement
 
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The mission of the Petal School District is to empower all students with the attitudes, knowledge, and life-long learning skills essential to thrive as responsible citizens in an ever-changing global society.
 
 
Core Beliefs
 
We believe that:

  • A person's potential to learn is limitless.
  • All people have intrinsic worth.
  • Strength comes from engaging the full diversity of the community.
  • Teamwork is essential to the continuous success of an organization.
  • Family is the most important influence in the development of the individual.
  • People can direct their own future.
  • People are influenced more by what others do than by what they say.
 
 
Strategic Objectives 
 
By the year 2014, all students will:
 
  • Meet the academic standards established by the Petal School District School Board.
  • Continually contribute as responsible citizens.
  • Continually demonstrate progress in setting and achieving goals driven by their personal ambition.


Non-Discrimination Policy

The Petal School District will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, handicap, religion, or natural origin with regard to any policy, procedure, or program application.