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Welcome to the Red Top!

Where Knowledge Comes to Life

Located in the heart of Grenada County, Grenada Elementary School PreK-2, also known as “the Red Top,” is an innovative elementary school. Our staff is committed to creating a hands-on learning environment where children’s knowledge comes to life.

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Superintendent's Message: Academic Excellence with Support Staff

The academic success we’ve achieved in our district is the result of the combined efforts of everyone involved. It truly takes all of us—students, parents, teachers, assistants, support staff, administrators at both the school level and Central Office, as well as our community partners—to accomplish the enormous success we’ve experienced.

A key group contributing to this success is the district’s Instructional Specialists and Lead Teachers. These individuals play an essential role in supporting teachers and students, helping to improve academic performance through a variety of initiatives, including lesson development, professional development opportunities, and targeted interventions. 

One Skill at a Time: Local Skill-Based Careers

Schools like Grenada School District (GSD) provide a range of programs in fields such as culinary arts, welding, construction, technology, STEM, healthcare, arts, automotive, and athletics. These programs not only deepen academic knowledge but also equip students with hands-on skills that align with real-world expectations. The concept of developing “one skill at a time” encapsulates GSD’s mission to prepare students for life beyond school by building both competency and confidence.

Grenada's STEM Initiatives are Nationally Recognized

Grenada’s recently established STEM Alliance between Grenada School District, Grenada Public Education Foundation, Milwaukee Tool, Modine, and others was one of only four programs in the nation recognized by Project Lead the Way (PLTW). PLTW established a new Community Partnerships team to study how communities can build stronger ecosystems for education.

Collaboration between Balloon Quest and the Swamp Makes a Memorable Field Trip

Pelahatchie Elementary School in Rankin County recently made a memorable field trip for 44 fifth grade students to explore two of Grenada’s unique educational attractions: Balloon Quest and Chakchiuma Swamp. This collaboration, led by Tammie Cavanaugh, Director of Balloon Quest and Robin Whitfield, local artist, naturalist, and Executive Director of Friends of Chakchiuma Swamp, allowed the students to experience both destinations in one day, providing an enriching educational experience while maintaining smaller group sizes for both activities.

One Skill at a Time: Skills Empower Students

Schools like Grenada School District (GSD) provide a range of programs in fields such as culinary arts, welding, construction, technology, STEM, healthcare, arts, automotive, and athletics. These programs not only deepen academic knowledge but also equip students with hands-on skills that align with real-world expectations. The concept of developing “one skill at a time” encapsulates GSD’s mission to prepare students for life beyond school by building both competency and confidence.

Dr. David Daigneault Honored with Golden Lamp Award

Dr. David Daigneault, Superintendent of the Grenada School District, has been awarded the prestigious 2024-2025 Golden Lamp Award by the Mississippi Association of School Administrators (MASA). This esteemed recognition celebrates exceptional leadership and a steadfast commitment to enhancing education throughout Mississippi

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