Accelerate Progress in Reading with STARI
The evidence is clear. The Strategic Adolescent Reading Intervention (STARI) accelerates the development of reading skills among adolescents who struggle with reading in Grades 6-9. […]
Month: April 2021
Celebrate National Poetry Month this April!
Mississippi’s own Poet Laureate, Beth Ann Fennelly, was selected as a Poet Laureate Fellow for the Academy of American Poets. She wants to hear from […]
MDE Webinar on Transition and Intensive Acceleration Class Guidance: April 29
To achieve grade-level reading proficiency, students need systematic foundational skills instruction, exposure to a robust vocabulary, and ample experience with academic content. Best practice for assisting […]
U.S Department of Education Releases COVID-19 Handbook Volume 2: Roadmap to Reopening Safely and Meeting All Students’ Needs
U.S. Department of Education Releases COVID-19 Handbook, Volume 2: Roadmap to Reopening Safely and Meeting All Students’ Needs Today, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) […]
EMCED Practical Leadership for Administrators
Practical Leadership for Administrators This unique training program is designed for entry and career level administrators of Mississippi schools. The goal of this training is […]
Legislature Passes Teacher Pay Raise, Increases Funds for State Board of Education Priorities
The Mississippi Legislature made significant investments in public education during the 2021 legislative session including a statewide teacher pay raise and millions allocated for Mississippi […]
WCU School of Education Receives 2021 Governor’s Awards
The William Carey University School of Education received two Governor’s Awards during a virtual ceremony March 26 hosted by the Mississippi Association of Partners in […]
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for schools!
Implementation_Guide_FINAL.pdf – Google Drive Mississippi First will be releasing a new resource for Mississippi school districts on April 8, 2021 Mississippi schools have a once-in-a-lifetime […]
MDE Announces 2021 Teacher of the Year, Administrator of the Year Finalists
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced today the finalists for the 2021 Mississippi Administrator of the Year and the 2021 Mississippi Teacher of the […]
Dyslexia Screener Data Submission – Deadline Extended to May 28, 2021
The Office of Intervention Services has extended the deadline for the dyslexia screener data submission to Friday, May 28, 2021. Please submit all kindergarten and […]