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New Albany high school student and two family members killed when struck by BNSF train.

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NEMiss.News Sherman MS train crash site

 

 

Robert Max Sheffield, age 14, a student at New Albany High School, was one of three people killed when their vehicle was struck by a Burlington Northern/Santa Fe (BNSF) train.

NEMiss.News NAHS student Max Sheffield killed in crash

Max Sheffield

 

The collision between the train and a mini-van occurred at 5:41 p.m., Monday, December 19, in Sherman in Pontotoc County.

Also killed were Robert “Ted” Sheffield, age 51, and Sharon Sheffield, 52. A fourth passenger in the vehicle, seven-year-old Eliszabeth Sheffield, was critically injured and was flown by helicopter to LeBonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis. She was reported in “stable” condition Tuesday afternoon.

The Sheffield vehicle was trying to cross the BNSF tracks on Third Avenue in Sherman when it was struck by the Memphis-bound train.

The railroad crossing is protected by flashing lights and alarm bells but does not have a “cross bar” that lowers to prevent motorists from crossing the railroad right-of-way.

Witnesses reported that there have been other fatal accidents at the same rail crossing.

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Kelly Announces Service Academy Appointment of Mitchell Shettles

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NEMiss.News Mitchell Shettles appointed to Coast Guard Academy

 

WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Trent Kelly (R-Miss.) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mitchell Shettles to the United States Coast Guard Academy. Mitchell’s appointment follows his attendance at the United States Naval Academy Preparatory School in Newport, Rhode Island. During his year at the Naval Academy Preparatory School, Mitchell made the Dean’s List. He also was a member of the men’s basketball team.

Mitchell is a 2020 New Albany High School graduate. He has always excelled in academics and athletics while devoting time to public service projects.

Congressman Kelly nominated Mitchell. Service Academy representatives appointed him.

Congressman Trent Kelly represents Mississippi’s First Congressional District. He is a member of the House Armed Services Committee, serving as Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations. Congressman Kelly is also a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, the House Agriculture Committee, and the House Budget Committee. This is his fourth term.

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NAHS Graduate appointed to Merchant MarineAcademy

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NEMiss.News NAHS Rossetti appointed to USMMA

 

WASHINGTON – I am pleased to announce the appointment of Samuel Rossetti to the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA). Samuel is a recent honors graduate of New Albany High School. He has demonstrated excellent leadership skills in and out of the classroom. Samuel has maintained outstanding grades while serving as the New Albany High School AFJROTC unit’s second in command and receiving the national AMVETS award. Additionally, he has participated in numerous extracurricular activities and clubs while serving as a volunteer for community service and school projects. We are thankful for Samuel’s commitment to serve our Country.

 

“I’m just glad my hard work and determination allowed me to be able to choose between so many great paths in life,” Samuel said. “I’m blessed to have my appointment to USMMA as one of those choices, and I am even happier to say that I will be attending USMMA for the next four years.”

 

Congressman Trent Kelly represents Mississippi’s First Congressional District. He is a member of the House Armed Services Committee, serving as Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations. Congressman Kelly also serves on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, the House Agriculture Committee, and the House Budget Committee. This is his fourth term

-Office of U.S. Representative Trent Kelly

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NAHS Receives Walmart Community Grant for IMPACTO program

NEMiss.News NAHS receives Walmart grant

 

New Albany High School has been selected to receive a $2,000 Walmart Community grant to improve workforce development.

This money will assist in the funding of the IMPACTO internship program.

IMPACTO (Industries as a Means to Prepare for Academic, Career, and Technology Opportunities) is a culminating career awareness project for high school juniors and seniors.  It is a two-year program of study which includes a career readiness class, national work certifications, dual enrollment opportunities and ultimately, a paid summer internship program.

 

Melanie Shannon

Coordinator
New Albany Schools
“Preparing ALL for Success”
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New Albany High School ACT 30+ Club adds 5 members

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New Albany High School recently presented ACT 30+ Club t-shirts to Isabella Jeter, Owen Cotten, Julianne Littlejohn, Jacie Duncan, and Raena Lee for their success on the ACT.

Students who have a composite or subscore of 30 or more on their recent ACT are inducted into the club.

More than 200 students have become members of the ACT 30+ Club since its creation in the fall of 2009.

Jacie Duncan
L-R: Isabella Jeter, Owen Cotten, Julianne Littlejohn
Raena Lee
Melanie Shannon
Coordinator
New Albany Schools
“Preparing ALL for Success”
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Anna McLeod has been accepted to Base Camp Coding Academy

NEMiss.News Anna McLeod

 

Anna McLeod, a senior at New Albany High School, has been accepted to Base Camp Coding Academy.

Located in Water Valley, Mississippi, BCCA is a hands-on, challenging and fun program, designed to train students to be software developers in 12 months.

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Melanie Shannon
Coordinator
New Albany Schools
“Preparing ALL for Success”

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NAHS student selected for Toyota Creating your Future internship

NEMiss.News Damarko Smith in Toyota internship

 

Damarko Dixon-Smith, a student at New Albany High School, has been selected to participate in an impressive internship program this semester at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Mississippi in Blue Springs.

The Toyota Creating Your Future internship is an intensive program where high school students earn national certifications, complete orientation, and experience aspects of the production floor.

 

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Melanie Shannon
Coordinator
New Albany Schools
“Preparing ALL for Success”

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NAHS ACT 30+ Club added a new member March 9th

NEMiss.News Sylvie Russell joins ACT 30+ Club

 

New Albany High School presented an ACT 30+ Club t-shirt to Sylvie Russell on March 9, 2022 for her recent success on the ACT.

Students who have a composite or subscore of 30 or more on their recent ACT are inducted into the club. More than 200 students have become members of the ACT 30+ Club since its creation in the fall of 2009.

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Melanie Shannon
Coordinator
New Albany Schools
“Preparing ALL for Success”

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NMMC Mentorship Academy admits two NAHS students

NEMiss.News NAHS students in NMMC mentorship

 

Madison Ferguson and Dajahira Zuniga, both students at New Albany High School, have been selected to participate in the North Mississippi Medical Center’s Mentorship Academy.

The Mentorship Academy meets twice weekly for five weeks for class lectures, guest speakers, life skills, and job shadowing.

Following successful completion, academy participants will receive certified nursing assistant training during the summer.

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Melanie Shannon

Coordinator
New Albany Schools
“Preparing ALL for Success”
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NAHS ACT 30+ Club has a new member

NEMiss.News Zoie White joins ACT 30+ Club

 

New Albany High School presented an ACT 30+ Club t-shirt to Zoie White on February 28, 2022 for her success on the ACT.

Students who have a composite or subscore of 30 or more on their recent ACT are inducted into the club. More than 200 students have become members of the ACT 30+ Club since its creation in the fall of 2009.

 

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Melanie Shannon
Coordinator
New Albany Schools
“Preparing ALL for Success”

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Bright signs to play college soccer

NEMiss.News Bright signs to play college soccer

 

New Albany Bulldog Soccer Player Ray Bright (front center) is surrounded by family and coaches as he signs to play soccer for Holmes Community College on Friday, February 25.

 

Pictured front row l-r: Abby Bright, Heidi Bright, Ray Bright, C.J. Bright Back row l-r:
Annie Bine Bright; Austin Baker, NAHS Head Boys Soccer Coach; Buddy Hall, NAHS Head Baseball Coach; Bert Anderson, NAHS Head Girls Soccer Coach

Melanie Shannon
Coordinator
New Albany Schools
“Preparing ALL for Success”
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Lady Bulldogs sign to play college sports

NEMiss.News Two lady Bulldogs sign for area colleges

 

 

 

New Albany Lady Bulldog Soccer Player Caroline King (front center) is surrounded by family and coaches as she signs to play soccer for Northwest Mississippi Community College on Thursday, February 17.
Pictured front row l-r:  Bailey King, Elizabeth King, Caroline King, Geoffrey King
Back row l-r:  Sara Jane King; Katelyn Robbins, NAHS Assistant Soccer Coach; Cody Stubblefield, NAHS Athletic Director; Bert Anderson, NAHS Head Girls Soccer Coach.

 

New Albany Bulldog Madison McDonald (center) is surrounded by family and coaches as she signs to play basketball for Odessa College on Friday, February 18.

Pictured front row l-r: Derica Jones, Madison McDonald, Shawn McDonald, Renea McDonald
Back row l-r: NAHS Assistant Girls Basketball Coach Phillip Laney, NAHS Head Girls Basketball Coach Micha Washington, NAHS Athletic Director Cody Stubblefield

 

Melanie Shannon
Coordinator
New Albany Schools
“Preparing ALL for Success”

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