https://www.choctawal.org https://www.choctawal.org/exciting-news <div data-rss-type="text"> <h2> <span> Exciting news about one of our students at Southern Choctaw Elementary School </span> </h2> </div> <div> <img src="https://irp.cdn-website.com/c80a38b3/dms3rep/multi/DJ+Manuel.jpg"/> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> DJ Manuel recently had the opportunity to serve as a page for the Alabama State Senate from February 17–19, 2026. DJ has always had an interest in politics, and his mother, Mrs. Shaquondra Manuel, learned about the Senate Page Program through a local politician. She assisted him with completing the application process, and he was subsequently selected to participate. <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> During his time in Montgomery, DJ experienced firsthand how our state government operates. He also had the honor of meeting Governor Kay Ivey and Senators Bobby Singleton, Rodger Smitherman, Merika Coleman, and Robert Stewart. This was truly an unforgettable and educational experience for him. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> We are incredibly proud of DJ for representing Southern Choctaw so well and for taking advantage of such a meaningful opportunity.  </span> </p> </div> Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:47:00 GMT https://www.choctawal.org/exciting-news thumbnail main image https://www.choctawal.org/a-proud-moment-for-southern-choctaw-elementary-together <div> <img src="https://irp.cdn-website.com/c80a38b3/dms3rep/multi/image0-59e0e826.jpeg"/> </div> <div> <img src="https://irp.cdn-website.com/c80a38b3/dms3rep/multi/image1-463b704e.jpeg"/> </div> <div> <img src="https://irp.cdn-website.com/c80a38b3/dms3rep/multi/image2-f4ce3350.jpeg"/> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <h2> <span> A Proud Moment for Southern Choctaw Elementary Together, We Rise: Southern Choctaw Earns a B Hard Work Paying Off at Southern Choctaw </span> </h2> <h2> <span> <span>  </span> </span> </h2> <p> <span> In a remarkable demonstration of growth and dedication, Southern Choctaw Elementary School increased student scores by 15 points, earning recognition from the Alabama State Department of Education and advancing from a D to a B on the annual state report card. </span> </p> </div> Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:42:02 GMT https://www.choctawal.org/a-proud-moment-for-southern-choctaw-elementary-together thumbnail main image https://www.choctawal.org/beyond-graduation <div data-rss-type="text"> <h1> <span> Congratulations to Our JAG Regional Champions! </span> </h1> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> Congratulations to our JAG (Jobs for America Graduates) students placing first place 1st in regionals for their division - Business Plan. Their win makes them eligible for the Nationals. They are headed to Utah for the Nationals. This is a great group of young men and women. We are so proud of you. Looking for you to bring home the Nationals!!! </span> <span> <br/> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 Apr 2019 07:19:32 GMT https://www.choctawal.org/beyond-graduation thumbnail main image https://www.choctawal.org/classroom-life <div data-rss-type="text"> <h2> <span> Congratulations to Caitlyn Goodwin, who signed today to continue her volleyball journey at Wallace Community College in Selma! </span> </h2> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span>   <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> Caitlyn Goodwin has signed today to take her talents to Wallace Community College in Selma to join their volleyball team. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> It was not only an exciting day for Goodwin but for the school and community as well, as she is the second volleyball player in school history to receive a scholarship to play at the collegiate level. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> An incredible day unfolded as friends and family came out to support the senior Tiger in the next step of her athletic and academic journey. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> When asked about what this moment in her life means to her, Goodwin expressed her excitement and gratitude. “I choose there because it’s more like a family. I’m more, it’s more like the family I found here at Chester County High. I want to find that and I found it at Wallace State. I’m very excited. You know, I’ve been looking forward to this moment for all my life and now it’s coming true,” said Goodwin. </span> </p> <p> <span>   <br/> </span> </p> </div> Mon, 22 Apr 2019 07:15:11 GMT https://www.choctawal.org/classroom-life thumbnail main image