Madison Central High SchoolStudent Guide

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Student guide · Semester 1

The semester, explained for Madison Central High School

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Semester 1
Campus terms
8
Local details
8

Academic calendar

Semester 1 runs Jul 22, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

4 entries
  1. Semester 1Relevant now
  2. Semester 2
  3. Semester 1
  4. Semester 2

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Campus language

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8 terms

H

HOSA
Health Occupations Students of America, a club for students interested in healthcare careers.

J

Jags
Short for Jaguars, the school's mascot and collective name for the student body.

N

NHS
National Honor Society, an organization for high-achieving students.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the primary student leadership body.

T

The Big Blue
The nickname for the Madison Central High School marching band.
The Commons
The central cafeteria and social area where students eat lunch.
The Jungle
The high-energy student section at athletic events, particularly football.
TSA
Technology Student Association, a club focused on STEM and technology competitions.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

8 details
A/B Day
The block scheduling system where students attend different sets of classes on alternating days.
ActiveParent
The online portal used by students and parents to track grades and attendance.
Canvas
The learning management system used by students to access assignments and course materials.
Late Start
Designated days where school begins later than usual for teacher professional development.
mchs_cafeteria
MCHS Cafeteria
Rosa Scott
The separate campus dedicated exclusively to 9th-grade students before they move to the main MCHS campus.
The Commons
The large multi-purpose cafeteria and gathering space in the main building.
The Jungle
The nickname for the student section at the football stadium (Jaguar Field).

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What academic term is relevant now?
Semester 1 runs Jul 22, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 approved campus terms and 8 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Madison for Madison Central High School Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Madison.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$1,550

Cost of Living Index

105

Student Population

9,000

City Transportation

Walkability

25

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

JTRAN bus system (Jackson area), Limited regional commuter services

Nearest Airports

Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport, Hawkins Field (general aviation in Jackson)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

66°F

Avg Snowfall

0.5 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot A

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Located near the Health Building; includes faculty and staff spaces.

Lot B

surface_lot • Assigned spaces

Student parking lot.

Lot C

surface_lot • Assigned spaces

Student parking lot.

Purple/Band Lot

surface_lot • Assigned spaces

Designated for band students and general student overflow.

Campus News

Latest updates from Madison Central High School

Madison County Schools Achieves A-Rating

Madison County Schools has again achieved an A-rating for the 2025-2026 academic year, marking its twelfth consecutive top grade.

Sep 1, 2026

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New Principal Dr. Doug Jones Leads MCHS

Dr. Doug Jones, former principal of Madison Middle School, has begun his tenure as Lead Principal of Madison Central High School for the 2026-2027 school year.

Aug 13, 2026

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Clear Bag Requirement: Attendees must use clear bags inside venues for all MHSAA-sanctioned events, including tailgating.

Clear Bag Requirement: Attendees must use clear bags inside venues for all MHSAA-sanctioned events, including tailgating.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Madison Central High School

Madison Central vs. Brandon Varsity Football

September 4, 2026

Jaguar Stadium 'The Jungle', Madison, MS

Home football game against Brandon High School. Kickoff at 7:00 PM. Clear bags are required for entry.

Labor Day Holiday

September 7, 2026

Madison Central High School

School closed for Labor Day holiday.

Professional Development Day (No Students)

September 18, 2026

Madison Central High School

No school for students; professional development day for staff.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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