
We are so proud of our student athletes that represented us at the 13th Annual All- Star Classic.
ECCC signee and Strayhorn High School standout Defensive End/Linebacker Elton Moore was selected as the North Defensive MVP of the NEMFCA all star game held last night at Tupelo High School. He had multiple tackles, tackles for loss, a sack, and a fumble recovery in the game! Elton, we are extremely proud of you and how you represented SHS!
Kayde Holts, Independence High School Senior Quarterback, was named the Overall MVP for the NEMFCA All-Star Game held Wednesday night at Tupelo High School. Kayde had the most passing yards in the game along with a Passing Touchdown. Last season, Kayde became the single season record holder for passing yards in a season with 1,538 passing yards. For winning the Overall MVP, Kayde has been offered an Academic Scholarship to Northeast Mississippi Community College. IHS is proud of how Kayde represented himself and IHS at the 13th Annual NEMFCA all-Star Game.
#TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence



On Tuesday May 13, the Tate County School District proudly recognized some of the top scholars from the Class of 2025!
Please join us in congratulating:
🏅 Valedictorians
• Gracy Caballero – Independence High
• Mafati Bah – Strayhorn High
🥈 Salutatorians
• Jax Wilson – Independence High
• Aubrey Burk – Strayhorn High
🌟 STAR Students & STAR Teachers
• Lance Clifton (Student) & Heather Dickey (Teacher) – Independence High
• Mafati Bah (Student) & Cheryl McCluskey (Teacher) – Strayhorn High
🎖️ Delta Honor Graduates
• Christopher Ashworth – Independence High
• Panthy Bush – Independence High
• Sara Kate Blaine – Strayhorn High
• Aubrey Burk – Strayhorn High
We are so proud of these outstanding students and educators. Your dedication, excellence, and leadership inspire us all. The future is brighter because of you! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

At last night’s board meeting, we had the honor of recognizing several incredible individuals who are retiring after years of dedicated service to Tate County School District.
Please join us in celebrating:
👩🏫 Brenda Campbell – Strayhorn Elementary
👨🏫 Jeffrey Dock – Independence High
👩🏫 Sharon Johnson – Coldwater Elementary
👩🏫 Jeanette Lentz – Strayhorn Elementary
👩🏫 Angie Nowell – Strayhorn High
👩🏫 Andrea Staten – East Tate Elementary
👩🏫 Stephanie Yow – East Tate Elementary
These amazing educators and staff members have impacted countless lives, nurtured generations of students, and helped shape the heart of our schools. Thank you for your years of loving and serving our students well.
You will always be part of the Tate County family! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Meet Amaya! She walks into class every day with a bright smile and a positive attitude. Even when things get challenging, Amaya never gives up—she keeps pushing forward with determination. Her resilience and upbeat spirit make her a joy to have in class! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence
