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Pamela Moody, Choral Director at Jim Hill High School in Jackson, Mississippi, named 2025-2026 Outstanding Music Educator for Section 3 (Mississippi) by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

Only eight high school music educators nationwide received section-level recognition from NFHS for the 2025-2026 school year

Mrs. Moody has served Jackson Public Schools for over 20 years, beginning at Siwell Middle School, with her choral ensembles consistently earning superior ratings at district, state, and national competitions

Holds advanced degrees in music education and educational leadership; also named Mississippi Music Educator of the Year in 2025

Serves as High School Choral Division Chair for Jackson Public Schools and District VI Chair for the Mississippi Music Educators Association, mentoring future educators and leading professional development workshops statewide