The Pearl Public School District fast-tracked its plans to open a 4-year-old pre-K program after district leaders saw hard data that showed the school readiness scores for their kindergarteners were below the state average. Within a year of receiving its Kindergarten Readiness Assessment data, Pearl opened an Early Childhood Education Center that serves 80 children in four classrooms. Pearl’s swift action is helping pre-K students build a strong foundation for learning in kindergarten and beyond.
About the Mississippi School Spotlight Video Series
The Mississippi Department of Education produces a monthly video series called Mississippi School Spotlight that highlights the outstanding work of Mississippi teachers and schools. The videos show how high standards and expectations produce better student outcomes. If you have a story or topic you would like to be considered for a future spotlight video, contact us. View all Mississippi School Spotlight videos at www.YouTube.com/mdek12.