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Simpson County Scholars of Simpson County honored the Class of 2019 Scholars at a reception Monday, April 29, 2019 at First Baptist Church Magee.
A large crowd was on hand to honor Seniors Scholars from Magee, Mendenhall, Simpson County Academy, and Simpson County Technical Center were recognized. 
Students must meet certain criteria to become scholars. MS Scholars’ missions is to encourage and motivate all high school students to complete a defined, rigorous academic course of study that prepares them for successful transition to college, university coursework or vocational and technical training necessary to enter today’s competitive job market.
Patrice Boykin, President of Scholars Committee, welcomed and recognized special guest present for the night’s event. Mendenhall’s Alderman, Magee’s Mayor, School Board members, Supervisors, Superintendent, and a State Senator were some of the elected officials present to honor these seniors.
Zach Holbrook, SCA Student Body President, opened the evening in prayer.
Richard Rankin, Secretary, gave an overview of the scholars program and background on how scholarships are funded.
Supervisor District 2, Danny Craft, introduced former scholars Christian King and Bradley Boykin that spoke to the Class of 2019 about how being a former Ms Scholars has impacted their lives. 
Dr. Anika Floyd, Copiah Lincoln Community College, introduced the nights speaker Dr. Dewayne Middleton, Vice President Copiah Lincoln Community College Simpson Campus. 
Dr. Middleton encouraged the students to apply themselves and attend college. Middleton advised if college was not your route to make sure you give your all to whatever you endeavor, workforce or school.
Principals from each school announced the students that met the requirements to become MS Scholars and presented them with medallions and certificates.
Congratulations to the these fine students who worked hard and encouraged themselves to become scholars. The committee would like to say thank you to all schools and the community for supporting the program.
A special thank you to First Baptist Church Magee for allowing use of the facility for the evening event.
Magee High School Scholars, and Scholarship winners Carolyn Robertson and Preston Ivy.
Mendenhall High School Scholars and Scholarship winners Anna Tate and Chelbi Sheffield.
Simpson County Academy Scholars and Scholarship winners Will Douglas and Alexis Sullivan. 
Simpson County Technical Center Tech Masters Scholars and Scholarship Winner Abigail Bailey. 
