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Table of Canton Public School District accountability results for 2025 and 2026
Canton Schools Progress
Canton Public Schools announces higher accountability scores and two A-rated elementary schools
Canton Public School District raised its accountability score by 40 points in 2026, retaining a C under Mississippi’s tougher standards. Goodloe Elementary earned an A, joining Canton Elementary as the district’s second A-rated school. Today, 05:00 AM
Football players and fans gather on the field after a night game
Compassion Beyond Competition
Howdy, Canton — thank you for taking care of my Grandheathen
When football player Levi Hughes was injured during North Delta Academy’s October 9 game against Canton Academy, players, cheerleaders and fans from both teams united in prayer. His grandfather, who was in Texas that night, shares his gratitude for a community that put compassion before competition. 11/06/2026 05:00 AM
A family gathers around a Thanksgiving dinner table with a roast turkey
A Mayor’s Thanksgiving Message
A season of thanksgiving, gratitude and community
As Thanksgiving approaches, Canton Mayor Tim Taylor is urging residents to embrace gratitude and look out for one another. Acknowledging rising costs and other hardships, he calls on the Mississippi community to share kindness and support neighbors in need. 11/05/2026 05:00 AM
Cazaelin Simpson and Kathryn Richards wear Mr. and Miss Canton Career Center sashes.
Campus Royal Court
Canton Career Center announces 2026-27 Royal Court
Canton Career Center has announced its 2026-27 Royal Court, whose members represented the school at Canton High School’s coronation ceremony. The school praised the students for their accomplishments, leadership and representation of the school. 11/04/2026 07:13 AM
Juantarious Green and Makayla Richardson wear crowns as Canton High School homecoming king and queen.
Homecoming Royalty
Green and Richardson named King and Queen
Juantarious Green and Makayla Richardson were crowned Canton High School’s 2026-27 homecoming king and queen. The pair were also elected prom king and queen. 11/04/2026 07:12 AM
MDOT reminds drivers to slow down and watch for pedestrians
MDOT reminds drivers to slow down and watch for pedestrians
11/03/2026 03:25 PM
Students wave from a black and gold float in the Canton Public School District homecoming parade.
Homecoming Parade
Homecoming ’26
Canton Public School District marked Homecoming ’26 with a citywide parade that brought students, staff and community members together in a display of school spirit and Tiger pride. The celebration showcased community support for Canton schools. 11/03/2026 07:16 AM
Derrick Huntley and Za’nyriah Prophet wear crowns and sashes at the Canton High School coronation ceremony.
Canton High Coronation
CPSD Canton High School names 2026-27 Royal Court
Canton High School crowned its 2026-27 Royal Court at a coronation honoring student leaders in academics, athletics, fine arts and clubs. The coronation came during a busy time for the Tigers, who also beat Ridgeland 36-27 to improve to 7-1. 11/03/2026 07:15 AM
Members of the Madison County Youth Leadership steering committee pose together near a staircase, two seated in front and others standing behind
Youth Leadership
Madison County Youth Leadership names 2026-27 steering committee
Madison County Business League & Foundation has named its 2026-27 Youth Leadership Steering Committee, which will plan program days and guide students through the year. The program connects participants with local careers and industries while building leadership skills. 11/02/2026 05:00 AM
Kate McKinnon smiles behind a signing table beside two women holding books and a bag, under a tent outdoors
Book Festival Magic
Letter from the editor: Book festivals and the beauty of creativity
At the Mississippi Book Festival, Courtney Warren found a day of authors, young readers, and reminders that storytelling still matters. From Kate McKinnon’s lively panel to a discussion of the Harlem Renaissance, the festival celebrated creativity, literacy, and community. 10/30/2026 05:00 AM
COMMENTS
Comment author: Diane Ferguson Lee Comment text: Beautiful! Right around the corner from where I grew up. Comment publication date: 10/13/26, 11:29 AM Comment source: This Old House: The Priestley Home ca. 1852 Comment author: Mary Austin Comment text: I watch and attend football games in the metro area. It’s so much fun and I enjoy football games. Comment publication date: 9/22/26, 2:55 PM Comment source: It’s Fall Play Ball Comment author: Ofc. Winters Comment text: Great leadership as always Dr. Bonita Coleman. Newton County Sheriff's Office in Newton County, GA. C/O 85' salute you. Onward and upward! Comment publication date: 9/18/26, 12:32 PM Comment source: Canton Public School District Names Dr. Bonita R. Coleman Interim Superintendent Comment author: Mary Austin Comment text: Thank you for writing about me in your blog and saying nice Christian things about me. I really do appreciate it. I live a Christian lifestyle daily and pray fervently for my family and the people in the world. God bless everyone 🙏🏽🙏🏽 Comment publication date: 9/9/26, 7:11 PM Comment source: Good Times Comment author: Mary Austin Comment text: The article was great. It talked about Labor Day and reminded me of the times when I was a child. I truly enjoyed it. Comment publication date: 9/1/26, 8:16 PM Comment source: Let’s Celebrate Comment author: J. Gandy Comment text: The magnolia trees around the court***use appear stressed and are losing leaves at the top. I think they need water. Comment publication date: 8/29/26, 2:22 PM Comment source: Growing in the garden: Canton Garden Club update
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