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SR1 CPSA Scholars Prepare for April Testing Season
Canton, MS — As SR1 College Preparatory & STEM Academy enters the month of April, Vanguard Scholars across multiple grade levels are preparing to participate in a series of important academic assessments designed to measure student growth and progress throughout the school year. These assessments provide valuable insight into each scholar’s academic development and help ensure they are on track for continued success. School leaders are encouraging families to partner with th
agaltney
Apr 61 min read


Honoring Dr. Elayne Hayes Anthony, Former SR1 CPSA Board President
The SR1 College Preparatory & STEM Academy community extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Dr. Elayne Hayes Anthony, former Interim President of Jackson State University. Dr. Anthony was a trailblazer whose groundbreaking career broke barriers in journalism and education. She became the first African American woman to serve as an anchor, producer, and reporter at WJTV Channel 12 in Jackson, Mississippi, and later became the first Black woma
agaltney
Mar 231 min read


SR1 CPSA Scholars Donate Over 300 Packages of Spaghetti Noodles to Support City of Canton’s March of the Mayors Initiative.
CANTON, MISSISSIPPI — SR1 College Preparatory & STEM Academy (SR1 CPSA) proudly announces that its scholars collected more than 300 packages of spaghetti noodles in support of the City of Canton’s March of the Mayors initiative. The donation will help provide meals to individuals and families throughout the Canton community. The service effort was led by SR1 CPSA Vanguard students, with the support of educators and staff, as part of the school’s ongoing commitment to civic
Alexandria Galtney
Feb 271 min read


2026-2027 Open Enrollment
Dear Parents & Guardians, This is a friendly reminder about our upcoming SR1 College Preparatory & STEM Academy Open Enrollment Days. We are excited to welcome prospective families to learn more about our school community and all that we offer our scholars. Open Enrollment Days are a great opportunity to meet our team, explore what makes SR1 CPSA unique, and learn how we support scholars academically, socially, and holistically from Kindergarten through 4th grade. Fami
Alexandria Galtney
Feb 111 min read


3rd Grade Parent Night
Dear SR1 CPSA Vanguard Parents & Guardians, We are excited to invite you to our upcoming 3rd Grade Parent Night focused on the 3rd Grade MAAP ELA Assessment. This important session will provide an overview of what students can expect on the assessment, the key skills being measured, and practical strategies you can use at home to help your Vanguard Scholar feel confident and prepared. Our goal is to partner with you to ensure every scholar is equipped for success. The 3rd Gr
Alexandria Galtney
Feb 111 min read


SR1 CPSA Hosts Spook-tacular STEM or Treat Event
Canton, Miss. — SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy (CPSA) celebrated Halloween with a twist during its annual STEM or Treat event, blending spooky fun with hands-on learning. Students, families, and staff came together for a night filled with excitement, discovery, and creativity — all centered around the world of science, technology, engineering, and math. Throughout the evening, students rotated through engaging, Halloween-themed STEM stations, including: Fizzy
ijanwale
Nov 4, 20251 min read


RED RIBBON SPIRIT WEEK
Canton, MS – SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy (SR1 CPSA) is proud to join schools across the nation in celebrating Red Ribbon Week , a campaign dedicated to encouraging healthy, drug-free lifestyles and empowering students to make positive choices for their futures. Red Ribbon Week will take place October 27–31, 2025, and each day will feature fun, themed activities that reinforce the importance of living drug-free. Students will have the opportunity to participate
Alexandria Galtney
Oct 27, 20251 min read


SR1 Agriculture and Food Science Department Grows Over 300 Watermelons for Students
The SR1 Agriculture and Food Science Department has proudly grown over 300 watermelons on its Agriculture Research Farm north of Canton,...
Alexandria Galtney
Sep 17, 20252 min read


SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy 3rd Graders Receive Dozens of New Books to Support Literacy Growth
Canton, MS – September 12, 2025 Third grade students at SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy (SR1 CPSA) received dozens of...
Alexandria Galtney
Sep 16, 20253 min read


Celebrate Attendance Awareness Month with Pizza!
Dear SR1 CPSA Parents and Students, September is Attendance Awareness Month , and we’re excited to celebrate the importance of showing...
Alexandria Galtney
Sep 15, 20251 min read


STEM Instructor details how scholars learn programming through Dash Robot
Exciting things are happening in the SR1 CPSA’s STEM Makerspace class! STEM Design Instructor, Vickie Liou, shares the part of the...
Stephanie Poole
Apr 2, 20252 min read


SR1 CPSA Equips Every Student with a Chromebook for Personalized Learning
SR1 College Preparatory & STEM Academy is taking a bold step toward enhancing student learning by providing each K-2nd grade student with...
Artez Gibson
Mar 13, 20251 min read


SR1 CPSA Expands Global Awareness with Nigerian Vanguard Leaders and Lessons on Africa
Canton, Miss. (February 28, 2025) – SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy (SR1 CPSA) continues to elevate its mission of global...
Stephanie Poole
Mar 7, 20252 min read


Stephanie Poole
Nov 11, 20240 min read


SR1 CPSA receives the 'Attendance Award' from Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann
For Immediate Release Lt. Governor Hosemann Recognizes Schools with High Attendance Rates Jackson, Miss. —Lt. Governor...
Stephanie Poole
Oct 22, 20242 min read


SR1 CPSA to add innovative learning tool to classrooms
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ridgeland,Miss. (September 12, 2024)- We are thrilled to announce an exciting addition to our learning environment...
Stephanie Poole
Sep 13, 20242 min read


New STEM school in Mississippi to boost economic growth and equity
In discussions about the highest-paying career paths and college degrees, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)...
Artez Gibson
Jul 31, 20246 min read


Mississippi Stories Extra: Dorlisa Hutton
In this sponsored episode of Mississippi Stories, Editor-at-Large Marshall Ramsey sits down with Dorlisa Hutton, Chief Operations Officer...
Stephanie Poole
Jul 31, 20241 min read


New STEM school matches governor's plans for Mississippi
In his annual State of the State address in February 2024, Republican Gov. Tate Reeves, highlighted Mississippi’s recent improvement in...
Artez Gibson
Jul 31, 20245 min read


SR1 CPSA: Shaping the future of education in Misssissippi
Ridgeland, MS — In its inaugural year in 2023-24, the SR1 College Preparatory and STEM Academy (CPSA) located in Canton, MS, is leading...
Artez Gibson
Jul 31, 20243 min read
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