FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

September 29, 2026

Yazoo City High School Celebrates Two Outstanding Student Leaders! 🎉

September 28, 2026 - Yazoo City High School proudly congratulates Madison McCraney and Kursactys Owens on being selected as returning members of the Mississippi State Superintendent Advisory Council for the 2026–2027 school year!

The State Superintendent Advisory Council brings together outstanding students from across Mississippi to provide valuable student perspectives on issues impacting education and schools throughout the state.

As returning council members, Madison and Kursactys will have another exciting opportunity to share their experiences as high school students, engage in meaningful discussions about important educational topics, and contribute their ideas and perspectives to conversations about the future of education in Mississippi.

Their continued selection is a tremendous honor and reflects their leadership, dedication, and commitment to making a positive impact in their school and community. They will proudly represent Yazoo City High School while making their voices heard on a statewide level.

👏🏾 Congratulations, Madison McCraney and Kursactys Owens! We are extremely proud of your accomplishments and look forward to all you will contribute during the 2026–2027 school year!

Keep leading. Keep inspiring. Keep representing YCHS with excellence! ❤️🖤🤍

https://mdek12.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2026/09/MDE-2026-27-Student-Advisory-Council.pdf