[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E466-E467]
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                         HONORING JA'SHUN ADAMS

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 19, 2026

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and 
recognize the outstanding achievements of an exceptional student, 
Ja'Shun Adams.
  Ja'Shun Adams is a senior at Madison Shannon Palmer High School in 
Marks, Mississippi, where he has distinguished himself as a dedicated 
student and leader among his peers. Throughout his high school career, 
Ja'Shun has demonstrated a strong commitment to academic excellence, 
leadership, and service.

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  During his time at Madison Shannon Palmer High School, Ja'Shun has 
been actively involved in several organizations that support leadership 
and student success. He is a proud member of the Beta Club, National 
Honor Society, FCCLA, and Teen Health Mississippi, where he has 
consistently worked to better his school and community.
  Ja'Shun's academic achievements have earned him national recognition. 
He is the recipient of the prestigious National Merit Stamps 
Scholarship, an honor awarded to only 0.2 percent of students across 
the nation, making him the first recipient from the Mississippi Delta. 
This remarkable accomplishment highlights his dedication to academic 
excellence and his determination to succeed.
  After graduating, Ja'Shun plans to attend the University of 
Mississippi, where he will major in Biological Sciences with plans to 
pursue Nursing. His long-term goal is to become a Nurse 
Anesthesiologist, a career that will allow him to serve others through 
healthcare and make a meaningful impact in his community.
  Ja'Shun is the son of Latrasha Adams, whose support and encouragement 
have played a significant role in his academic journey. He also credits 
much of his success to the guidance of those who have supported him 
throughout his education. His favorite teacher, Ms. Hannah Watts, and 
his mentor, Mr. Ricardo Sacks, have played important roles in helping 
shape his academic path and inspiring him to pursue his dreams.
  Mr. Speaker, Ja'Shun Adams represents the very best of Mississippi's 
young leaders. His commitment to education, leadership, and service 
serves as an inspiration to his classmates and community. I ask my 
colleagues to join me in recognizing Ja'Shun Adams for his outstanding 
accomplishments and wishing him continued success in all his future 
endeavors.

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