The Panola County High Steppers shows off the trophies they received for competitions in April. The High Steppers are a majorette dancing troupe under the direction of Erick Spears. They will host their first ever competition, Dancers in the Spotlight, June 21 in the Batesville Jr. High gymnasium. Team members in random order include Breanna Spencer, Madisen Vaughn, Jermeria “Missy” Smallie, Demetria Prince, Ne’kiya Birge, Alexis Wilks, Madyson Mays, Makaylah Adams, Makiya Kirkwood, Zoe Byrd, Tristan Washington, Jay’va Amos, Alaynna Webb, Nakiya Edmonds, Jazmine Griffin, Kenara Webb, Totianna Ellis, Keancelar Birge, Tyesha McKinney, Katavia McKinney, Nautica Edwards, Jacrisciah Thornton, Makilah Johnson, KiTyra Webb, Jada Jones, Ladaija Simmons, Deaira Benson, Leambre Haywood and Tah’niyah Smith.
The Panolian photo by Myra Bean