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ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ Student Voices on Instagram
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ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ Student Voices
Jackson Public Schools seeks to provide a platform for our students to share their stories, concerns, and views. That's the primary reason we established the . ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ Student Voices focuses on matters of concern and importance to our scholars while still promoting District-related events, programs, and announcements.
As with any District activity, participation as a ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ Student Voices team member or guest contributor to this platform is subject to the expectations of the Student Handbook & Code of Conduct and the District's Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy.
Available positions:
- Content Creators
- Social Media Managers
Student Requirements:
ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ scholars must be a junior or senior with a grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher. Scholars should also have the ability to travel to district-related events if needed. An interest in pursuing a career in communications after high school is strongly encouraged!
How to Receive a Shoutout from @ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾StudentVoices
Share a unique event or experience in your life as a ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ stakeholder (student, parent, community member) for a chance to be featured on the ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ Student Voices Instagram page. Here’s how:
- Follow @ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾StudentVoices on Instagram
- Direct message your content, school, and graduation year (if applicable)
- Or… simply tag us in your ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾-related post!
Here are a few content themes, but don't feel limited to these:
- Unique learning opportunities: dual enrollment, early college, global citizenship, an internship, etc.
- An outstanding achievement: scholarship, championship victory, or award
- Shout out someone in your school or ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ community doing something good
- Give your peers a pep talk! Encourage them to persevere, do their best, or soldier on in the face of difficulty
- Are you a poet, presenter, musician, painter? Showcase your hobby, special skill, or interests
Suggested Hashtags
- #wearejps (official ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ hashtag)
- #jpsproud (ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ alumni)
- #TeamÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ (staff and/or employees)
- #getcaughtreading (Reading and Books)
- #returntolearn (Return to Learn or Virtual Learning)
Submission Guidelines
Do's & Don'ts
- Do remember you are representing your high school and the Jackson Public School District.
- Do continue to be positive and respectful even in this environment.
- Don't submit content that would be in violation of the Student Handbook & Code of Conduct or the District's Acceptable Use and Internet Safety Policy.
Post Submission
Instagram was created for photo and video sharing. Each post must include at least a high-quality photo or a video. Shorter post captions, with 150 characters or fewer, are optimum for IG audience engagement.
Email your questions to Sharie Johnson, communications specialist, ÃÙȦ×ÊÔ´Õ¾ Public Engagement.