North Florida College Contributor The Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) honored North Florida College (NFC) student Mason Good with the prestigious Commissioner’s Leadership Award at the April board meeting, held in Tallahassee….
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McWilliams named JCEF Mini-Grant Teacher of the Year
Laura Young news@greenepublishing.com The Jefferson County Educational Foundation, Inc. (JCEF) gave a number of awards at its annual celebration event on Tuesday, April 8, recognizing several teachers and students for their excellence…
JMPHS hosts prom at local business
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) held their prom on Saturday, April 5, from 7:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. at the 701 BC Venue and Brewery, located at 701…
Two “Rays” of sunshine: Madison’s “Val” sisters continue to shine
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com While many siblings treat each day as a constant competition, Ja’Mesia and A’Niyah Ray are actually among each other’s biggest supporters. In addition to being sisters, they share another…
MCAA announces class of 2025 valedictorian and salutatorian
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison Creative Arts Academy recently announced their class of 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian. The lucky students receiving this honor were Reagan Webb, Salutatorian; Fraleigh Hardee, Valedictorian. Reagan Webb is…
JMPHS students embark on mini-preview at NFC
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, April 16, James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) students headed to North Florida College (NFC) for a mini-preview of Sentinel life. NFC’s mini-previews, when high school students…
MCSO honors D.A.R.E. graduates
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Fifth grade students from throughout Madison County enjoyed graduation ceremonies for the Madison County Sheriff’s Office’s D.A.R.E. program. Students from Greenville Elementary School, Madison County Central School, Lee Elementary…
MCHS students experience Sentinel life
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com On Wednesday, April 9, students from Madison County High School (MCHS) visited North Florida College (NFC) for a mini-preview of the Sentinel experience. High school is often the time…
JMPHS Bass Bandits qualify for the Florida Bass Nation High School State Championship
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) Bass Bandits competed in a tournament in Lake Seminole, in Bainbridge, Ga., on Saturday, April 5, through Sunday, April 6, with two teams:…
MCHS holds successful 2025 prom
Ady Hammock news@greenepublishing.com Madison County High School (MCHS) held their prom on Saturday, April 12 in the school’s cafeteria. This year’s prom theme was inspired by the movie “Alice in Wonderland,” and…
MCHS Betas garner awards at state convention Five two’s in two five (2025)
Contributor From Thursday, Jan. 9, through Saturday, Jan. 11, 21 Madison County High School (MCHS) Beta Club members attended and participated in competitions at the Annual Florida State Beta Club Convention. The…
Dual enrolled student spotlight of the month: Nathan Haney
North Florida College Contributor North Florida College (NFC) offers a Dual Enrollment program that allows students to earn college credits while still in high school and at no cost. The NFC Office…
1975 class of ACA meets for 50th anniversary reunion
Hailey Heseltine news@greenepublishing.com On the evening of Saturday, March 22, the 1975 graduating class of Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) held a reunion for the 50th anniversary of their graduation. The ACA alumni…
JMPHS FFA members visit Florida’s capitol building
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) Future Farmers of America (FFA) members recently visited the Florida capitol building, in Tallahassee, to address state senators and representatives about the number…
Florida Teacher of the Year visits MCCS
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Jaime Suarez, a High Impact sixth through eighth-grade math teacher from Hernando County and Florida’s 2025 Teacher of the Year, paid a visit to Madison County schools on Thursday,…
From student to legacy: Gene Stokes’ lifelong impact on education
North Florida College Contributor In 1958, when Gene Stokes stepped onto the newly established North Florida Junior College (NFJC) campus (now North Florida College (NFC)), he was embarking on a journey that…
Madison Creative Arts Academy students learn about peanut butter
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com It is very likely that peanut butter is near the top of the list for sandwich or snack choices for many youngsters. For a group of fortunate second and…
Kiwanis Club of Madison offers high school seniors a scholarship
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com The Kiwanis Club of Madison is offering Madison County high school seniors a $500 scholarship. This scholarship is open to any high school seniors who live in Madison County…
FFA teams compete in state finals
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com Madison Creative Arts Academy (MCAA) Future Farmers of America (FFA) and James Madison Preparatory High School (JMPHS) Land Evaluation teams recently competed in the State Finals Land Evaluation Career…
Locals celebrate “Read Across America Week”
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Each year, during the first week of March, volunteers and schools across the nation. Celebrate “Read Across America Week.” This celebration encourages youngsters to read and encourages adults to…