Starkville High School Celebrates 2025 Miss Yellow Jacket

A lively scene from a high school pageant showcasing students and festivities.

News Summary

Starkville High School crowned Anna Wyatt Ford as the 2025 Miss Yellow Jacket at their annual pageant, showcasing her talent, beauty, and commitment to community service. The event highlighted 25 contestants, with special recognition given to several participants for their achievements. As Miss Yellow Jacket, Anna will serve as a community ambassador while pursuing her ambitions in the medical field.

Anna Wyatt Ford Crowned 2025 Miss Yellow Jacket at Starkville High School Pageant

The air was electric, and excitement filled the auditorium as the annual pageant took place last month at Starkville High School. The competition was fierce with 25 talented contestants vying for the coveted title of Miss Yellow Jacket, highlighting not only beauty but also talent and community involvement.

In a night filled with glamour, Anna Wyatt Ford, a junior at Starkville High, secured her place in local history by being crowned the 2025 Miss Yellow Jacket. This title comes with a variety of responsibilities, including the opportunity to represent Starkville High at numerous events throughout the year. From the jingle of bells at the Starkville Christmas Parade to the spirited cheers at the Homecoming Parade, Anna will be front and center in her role as a community ambassador.

Meet Anna Wyatt Ford

Anna is the daughter of Bill and Susan Ford, and she has already made waves during her time at Starkville High. Not only is she the Junior Class Representative on the SHS Student Council, but she’s also a dedicated member of the Varsity Tennis Team for five years. Her involvement doesn’t stop there; she is a proud member of several honor societies, including the National Honor Society, the National Technical Honor Society, the BETA Club, and the Crown Club.

Her heart for community service is evident as she volunteers at the Casserole Kitchen at the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection. Here, Anna serves meals and fosters a sense of community among locals. She has also been elected to represent her church youth group at the upcoming 2025 Annual Council. But that’s not all! Anna has secured a modeling contract with the prestigious Ursula Weidmann Agency in Atlanta, showcasing her versatility beyond school walls.

A Bright Future

Apart from her many commitments, Anna enjoys spending her free time drawing and traveling, indulging in hobbies that let her express her creativity and passion for exploration. Looking down the road, she has ambitious plans to enter the medical field, aiming to become a physician’s assistant. With intentions to attend either Mississippi State University or the University of Mississippi after graduating high school, Anna is already setting the groundwork for a promising career.

Pageant Highlights

The excitement didn’t just end with the crowning of Miss Yellow Jacket. The judges named a total of four alternates: Mary Margaret Powell as the 1st Alternate, Margaret Ann Sullivan as the 2nd Alternate, Emily Stephens as the 3rd Alternate, and Mary Frances Whatley as the 4th Alternate. They also honored a variety of standout participants with special titles, ensuring many left with proud achievements from the event.

Among those recognized were the class Beauties—Caitlyn Collier for Freshman Beauty, Ava Williams for Sophomore Beauty, Crosby Taylor for Junior Beauty, and Zoie Williams for Senior Beauty. Additional awards presented included the Spirit Award to Margaret Ann Sullivan, the Photogenic Award to Crosby Taylor, the Academic Award to Catherine Shapley, and the Community Service Award to Jaden Clair Everett.

Looking Forward

This year’s pageant truly showcased the remarkable talent and dedication of Starkville High School’s students. With Anna at the helm as Miss Yellow Jacket, the school community can look forward to a fantastic year filled with spirited representation. Congratulations to Anna, and we can’t wait to see all the incredible things she will accomplish in her new role!