Water Valley School District

The annual WVHS Reading Fair was held on April 2nd. Pictured here are (top row) Yonnah Carothers and Ja'carla Phillips, 1st place, nonfiction category; Emalee Chapman, 2nd place, solo category; Julianna Myers and Nick St. Romain, 1st place, group category; (bottom row) Rylee Tucker, 1st place, solo category; Sophia Bray and Lynnleigh Barr, 2nd place, group category; Yonnah and Ja'carla speaking with the judges, Lynnleigh and Sophia in the background. Congratulations, students!

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Today, students at Water Valley High School experienced a powerful and eye-opening prom wreck simulation, made possible through the collaboration of our local police department, fire department, coroner, Wings, and dedicated community volunteers.
The simulation was designed to show the real-life consequences of impaired and distracted driving, especially during prom season. Through a staged crash scene, students witnessed firsthand the chaos, urgency, and heartbreak that first responders face in these situations. From emergency medical care and rescue efforts to the solemn role of the coroner, every detail was portrayed with realism and purpose.

This event served as a sobering reminder that one poor decision can change lives forever. While difficult to watch, the message was clear: safety matters, and the choices we make—especially behind the wheel—have lasting consequences.

We are incredibly grateful to the police department, fire department, Wings, the coroner’s office, and all the volunteers who gave their time and effort to make this impactful demonstration possible. Their commitment to educating and protecting our students does not go unnoticed.

As prom approaches, we encourage everyone to celebrate responsibly, look out for one another, and make safe choices. Your life—and the lives of others—are worth it.

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Valley Views yearbook staff attends MSPA journalism Convention  at The University of MS. March 31, 2026.

Blue Devil Powerlifters competed in Jackson today with the following results in their weight class; Miles Buford, 2nd place; DJ Bounds, 3rd place and Jay Hervey, honorable mention. Congrats guys! They are coached by Clint Faust and Matt Turner.

A big Blue Devil shout out to Adalynn McCluskey for making Archery All Stars!

Lady Devil Powerlifters completed in 2A state competition today with the following results. Senior Lailah Harris placed 1st in her weight class breaking three state records in bench, squat and overall for her division. Seventh grader Charlee Golson placed 3rd in her weight class as an entry level lifter. The lady devils are coached by Clint Faust, Matt Turner and Emily Howland. Congratulations to these ladies!

Lady Devil Powerlifters completed in 2A state competition today with the following results. Senior Lailah Harris placed 1st in her weight class breaking three state records in bench, squat and overall for her division. Seventh grader Charlee Golson placed 3rd in her weight class as an entry level lifter. The lady devils are coached by Clint Faust, Matt Turner and Emily Howland. Congratulations to these ladies!

Davidson Elementary School is proud to announce the addition of two outstanding educators, Mrs. Dana McCrory (affectionately known as Mrs. Mac) and Mr. Vaughn Daniels, as new assistant principals. Both bring a wealth of experience, proven leadership, and a deep commitment to student success. Mrs. Mac is a dedicated educator with 12 years of experience spanning both classroom instruction and school leadership. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Mississippi State University, along with a Master’s and Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University. Highly qualified in multiple areas—including K–6 Education, Administration, Gifted Education, Library and Media, English, General Science, Biology, and Social Studies—she has served in a variety of impactful roles such as Teacher Support Team Coordinator, English Learner Coordinator, and Testing Coordinator. Her experience teaching grades 2 through 6, along with her work in kindergarten and gifted education, reflects her commitment to meeting the needs of all learners. A former Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Mac is excited to serve the students, staff, and families of Davidson Elementary while building strong relationships that support growth and success. She is also a devoted wife to her husband, Duke, and a proud mother to her two sons, Bailey and Brody. Mr. Daniels brings 16 years of educational experience, including 10 years of dedicated service within the district. Recently named the 2024–2025 WVHS Teacher of the Year and recognized as a 2024 Star Teacher, he has consistently promoted academic excellence through teaching U.S. History, World History, English IV, and College and Career Readiness. He graduated summa cum laude from Mississippi College in August 2025 with a degree in School Leadership. Beyond the classroom, Mr. Daniels has made a lasting impact through coaching and program development, including establishing the high school’s first powerlifting program, which achieved multiple state-level honors, and serving 13 years as a football coach, including on a state championship staff. He is also deeply involved in his community as a Sunday School teacher, children’s minister, bus driver, and Vice President of the Northwest District Livestock Association. He and his wife, Courtney, and their son, Wyatt, are actively engaged in raising and showing cattle. Known for his strong relationships with students and his ability to connect learning to real-life experiences, Mr. Daniels looks forward to transitioning to the elementary level and contributing to continued student success within the Water Valley School District. Together, Mrs. Mac and Mr. Daniels bring a strong commitment to student success and look forward to serving the Davidson Elementary community.

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Coach Sayles and Mrs. Tedford's students took a field trip to the BB King Museum in Indianola, MS. This trip was planned in accordance with Mr. Byrd's and Coach Sayles' MS Studies classes. Thank you students for being well-behaved and soaking up history.

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Ms. Moore’s 5th graders celebrated black history month by creating a bottle figure of their person that they had to research! So much fun was had by all and their projects turned out amazing!

Today, Mrs Sain and Mr McCrory’s class learned about seeds, soil, sunshine and water. Then, they got to have some outdoor fun doing a little planting of their own!

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These archers represented Water Valley well today at the North State Qualifier. Lots of hands raised for 47+ scores and signatures today! Coach Egdorf said she was so proud of the team and we are too !!

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