NAHS IMPACTO Program

IMPACTO (Industry as a Means to Prepare for Academic, Career, & Technology Opportunities) was developed by the New Albany School District in collaboration with local businesses and industries, Northeast Mississippi Community College, Blue Mountain College, and the Mississippi Department of Education. The IMPACTO program has become a model in the region and many high schools have reached out to our district to learn more about how we are helping our students reach their career goals.

Juniors and Seniors at New Albany High School are being provided opportunities that have the potential to open doors for their future careers.  NAHS has worked to create and implement an innovative internship program since 2018.

“One of the goals of our five-year strategic plan is to prepare all students to be college and career ready,” explained Superintendent Dr. Lance Evans.  “This internship program includes students who wish to go directly into the workforce or pursue different levels of education past high school.”

Students in this program complete a Career Readiness class in the fall and work toward achieving six or more dual enrollment hours.   In addition, these students gain certifications in WorkKeys and leadership courses.   Skills and concepts learned in this class prepare students for a 100-hour summer internship with a community partner in which they have a career interest.

IMPACTO Pathways

IMPACTO Wordforce Pathway
IMPACTO Community College + 4 Year Pathway
IMPACTO Community College Pathway
IMPACTO 4 Year College Pathway

IMPACTO Newsroom

  • IMPACTO Internship Students Read to 2nd Graders

    On Tuesday, January 21, students from the IMPACTO Internship class at New Albany High School served as guest readers in 2nd grade classrooms at New Albany Elementary School. High school students read the book "When I Grow Up" to students and helped 2nd graders with a Career Family Tree activity.   The post IMPACTO Internship Students Read to 2nd Graders appeared first on New Albany Schools.

  • IMPACTO Students Visit 5th Grade Classrooms

    The IMPACTO College & Career Readiness class from New Albany High School visited the 5th Grade at New Albany Elementary School on Wednesday, November 20. High School students partnered with classrooms to teach 5th graders about the sixteen career pathways and the opportunities available in Mississippi. The post IMPACTO Students Visit 5th Grade Classrooms appeared first on New Albany Schools.

  • NAHS Seniors Participate in Spain Internship Program

    Riley Anderson and Jaslyn Reyna, both seniors at NAHS and participants in the Frank K. Spain internship program, made their internship presentations last night. Riley interned with MODA Designs and Jaslyn with Rowan Family Dentistry. The Frank K. Spain internship program gives students real-life opportunities and experiences as a high school student. [...] The post NAHS Seniors Participate in Spain Internship Program appeared first on New Albany Schools.

  • NAHS Students Learn about Law Enforcement

    NAHS students in College & Career Readiness, IMPACTO, & CTE Computer Science classes learned more about careers in law enforcement today. Brandon Jenkins with Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics and Josh Shipp with the US Marshall Service spoke about law enforcement at the local, state, and federal levels; education and training for law enforcement careers, and [...] The post NAHS Students Learn about Law Enforcement appeared first on New Albany Schools.

  • NAHS Students Learn About Careers in Energy Sector

    New Albany High School kicked off Vocational Vision on September 18 with a fantastic crew from TVA and New Albany Light, Gas and Water. Mr. Bill Renick, TVA Board Member, spoke on his nomination process, the history of TVA, and his role as an active board member for the Tennessee Valley Authority. Tanner Hopkins and [...] The post NAHS Students Learn About Careers in Energy Sector appeared first on New Albany Schools.