Virtual Literacy Guide and Webinar for K-5 Teachers
The Office of Elementary Education and Reading, Division of Literacy, in collaboration with Barksdale Reading Institute (BRI) has developed a Virtual Literacy Instruction Guide for Kindergarten […]
Month: August 2020
Virtual Literacy Instruction Guide for K-5 Teachers (New Resource)
The Office of Elementary Education and Reading, Division of Literacy, in collaboration with Barksdale Reading Institute (BRI) has developed a Virtual Literacy Instruction Guide for Kindergarten […]
Screener Guidance for Virtual Administration
Due to an increased number of districts using 100% virtual option for at least some students, the MDE has updated the Fall 2020 Universal Screening and Kindergarten Readiness Guidance Document. Mississippi […]
Hanover Research Resources: Strategic Planning and Instructional Tools in the New Normal
DISTRICT PLANNING GUIDES Action Guide: Characteristics of High-Performing Schools – This research brief summarizes key characteristics as districts reframe their strategies and priorities for the […]
MDE Releases Supports for Parents of English Learners and the EL Progress Checklist
The Mississippi Department of Education is pleased to share two new documents for district use: Supports for Parents of English Learners and the EL Progress […]
MSIS / Local Package Calendar Entry
We have received questions about data entry for districts that plan to start PK-6th grade students earlier than students in 7th-12th grade. The information below […]
MDE Helps to Equip School Districts with Technology for Distance Learning
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) is working with school districts statewide to implement two new laws designed to equip students with the technology to […]
MEMA Announcement
At this time, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is not supplying school districts with PPE.
Reopening Plans: Patterns and Places for Focus
While every district is planning for restart, given consideration to community desires and health of students and staff, some districts are planning more extensively to […]
Virtual and Blended Instruction Online Workshop-New Dates Just Added
The first two workshops sold out. Don’t miss this new opportunity to learn how to offer quality instruction in any setting. Join us for a national professional […]