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Raylyn Parson crowned 2026 Vicksburg High School Homecoming Queen
Raylyn Parson was crowned Vicksburg High School’s 2026 Homecoming Queen during halftime of the Gators’ 28-26 win over Cleveland Central. The senior is a varsity cheerleading co-captain and multi-sport athlete who plans to study aviation science at Tuskegee University.
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Raylyn Parson received one of the highest honors at Vicksburg High School on Friday night as she was crowned the 2026 Homecoming Queen.
Parson officially received her crown during halftime of the Gators’ football game against Cleveland Central, which ended in a 28-26 homecoming victory for Vicksburg.
For Parson, the moment was one she never imagined would happen, but it is something she will always cherish.
“I’m really happy and honored that I was chosen,” Parson said. “This is something that I never thought would happen so I’m very grateful for this.”
Parson is a senior at Vicksburg High School, where she has made a name for herself through athletics, academics and leadership.
She is a three-year letterman on the varsity cheerleading team and currently serves as co-captain. Throughout her cheerleading career, Parson has earned American All-Star honors twice and participated in cheerleading camps at the University of Southern Mississippi and Mississippi State University.
Her athletic accomplishments extend beyond cheerleading as she is also a three-year letterman in varsity track and has earned letters in basketball and softball. This year, Parson has added another sport to her resume as she is participating in powerlifting for the first time.
While she has found success in athletics, Parson has also remained dedicated to her education.
She is a dual-enrolled student who has completed more than 20 hours of college coursework throughout her high school career.
Parson is also involved in several organizations, including the Lighthouse Team, Student Ambassadors, National Honor Society, National Society of High School Scholars and Mu Alpha Theta. She is also a participant in the Les Sours Charmantes Debutante Program.
Following graduation, Parson plans to attend Tuskegee University, where she will pursue a degree in aviation science with a minor in aerospace engineering.
Her ultimate goal is to become a pilot and represent African American women in the aviation industry. She also hopes to inspire future generations to chase their dreams and reach new heights.
Parson is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Shannon Raymond Parson. She is the granddaughter of the late Ruddie Mae Walker Kaiser and Ed Lewis and Carolyn Parson, as well as Mr. and Mrs. Raymond and Jacqueline Parson.
She is also a member of Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church.
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