Exciting news for Jackson Public Schools! 🎉 Jeremy Patterson, a Jackson High alum and longtime educator, has been appointed as the new superintendent. His deep roots in our community and visionary leadership promise a bright future for our students. 🌟mlive.com/news/jackson/2…

📣 YUGE NEWS we approved a $126M bond proposal for the 11/4 ballot. This investment funds transformative upgrades across JPS + creates a new innovation center to connect kids w/ skilled trades opportunities w/ our local unions + doesn't raise your taxes ✅ mlive.com/news/jackson/2…

Sesame Street workers have just voted overwhelmingly to unionize

As Jeff Beal approaches retirement, I want to thank him for his dedicated service to #JPSVIKINGS. His leadership has positively impacted our students and community. Wishing him all the best in this next chapter! mlive.com/news/jackson/2…

Proud to see City of Jackson, Michigan Government transformation in action! Our focus on blight reduction and affordable housing is attracting builders and revitalizing neighborhoods. The city's proactive approach is making a real difference. fox47news.com/neighborhoods/…

Proud to join the Pathways, South Central Michigan Virtual, and Jackson High grads in celebrating the #JPSVIKINGS Class of 2025! 🎓 Your future is full of promise—go forward with confidence and courage. #JacksonProud #ClassOf2025

This #MemorialDay, we honor those who gave their lives for our democracy and the freedoms it secures — and recommit to defending it from the threats we face today. Their sacrifice demands action, not just remembrance.

Happy Pride Month, Jackson!

Proud to support Phil Skaggs 🗽🇺🇸🦋’ HB 5594 recently signed into law by Governor Gretchen Whitmer! It moves youth work permits to Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic Opportunity + frees up school time & resources so educators can focus on teaching—and protects kids from exploitation. Big win for public schools and our students. 📕

Happy Fourth of July, Jackson! 🇺🇸 Today is a celebration — and a call to action. Let’s keep building a better America by securing more rights, protecting our freedoms, and treating every immigrant neighbor with the dignity they deserve.

📚✨ Back to School Open Houses Are Coming Up! ✨📚 We’re excited to welcome our students and families back for the new school year! Join us at your child’s school to meet the teachers, tour the classrooms, and get ready for a great year ahead!

This is Michigan AFL-CIO ✊ union work in action!

🚨⏰ Important Back-to-School Update for JPS Families! ⏰🚨 📌 Please double-check the start time for your child’s school — some school start times have changed for this year. 📅 First Day of School: Wednesday, August 20, 2025 – Half Day for All Students

📚✨ First day of school at Jackson Public Schools! Excited and hopeful for the year ahead. Wishing our students, teachers, and families a safe & successful start—they literally rolled out the red carpet this AM!