This morning we will visit with members of the madison academic soccer team Braden Nye, Donovan Pruitte and Kyle Korth. The mustangs won the class a state championship to cap off an undefeated season. Just as impressive are the academic accomplishments of the three student athletes we’ll speak with today.

The Hub City is known for education, industry, and innovation - North Parkway Middle School embodies those traits in several ways. Dr. Shemon Reaves, the principal of North Parkway, joins us along with student representatives to discuss the new STAR Academy that has opened inside of the school.

This week we will preview the kickoff of our Leap Up for Literacy campaign. This is the second year of Leap Up for Literacy in the Jackson-Madison County School System. Academic coordinator, Jennifer Wells and East Elementary instructional coach Jill Tanner will join us for the conversation.