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Principal's Welcome
Welcome Message from the Principal:
It is an honor to serve as the Lead Principal of Pearl Junior High School. Having spent the last five years as Assistant Principal here and eight years as a high school math teacher in this very district, I consider it a privilege to lead the same school and community that has shaped much of my career.
Pearl Junior High is a place I care deeply about—our students, staff, and families are second to none. I believe in setting high expectations, building strong relationships, and creating a school culture where both students and teachers feel supported, challenged, and valued. My goal is to ensure we are in relentless pursuit of excellence together—where every decision we make is focused on helping students succeed and grow.
Outside of school, I’m a proud husband and dad. My wife Jenny and I have a daughter, McKenna, who is the absolute light of our lives. They keep me grounded and remind me every day why the work we do matters so much.
I look forward to partnering with you this school year. Together, we will continue to make Pearl Junior High a place where students thrive and families feel proud to call home.
Dennis Philebar, Ed.D.
Principal
Pearl Junior High School
200 Mary Ann Drive
Pearl, MS 39208
601-932-7952