The revised Administrator Professional Growth System (PGS) standards will be effective with the 2026-27 school year. Therefore, the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) strongly encourages district teams to participate in a half-day, in-person training set for 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Sept. 29, focused on the revised Administrator PGS standards and aligned resources.
Register at mdek12.trumba.com/.
This session is designed for district teams of three to five members and should include at least:
- One principal supervisor
- One principal
- One assistant principal
This session will focus on practical application of the revised Administrator PGS standards from the perspective of the observer and the individual being observed. Through collaborative discussions and engaging learning activities, participants will:
- Unpack the revised standards and indicators
- Build awareness of available resources to support effective administrator observation
- Analyze sample evidence to support meaningful, growth-focused feedback
- Develop capacity to replicate the Administrator PGS training within their respective districts
Training session will be offered on the following date, time, and location at no cost to the district. Districts are encouraged to register as a team of three to five members initially; however, additional administrators may register on a first-come basis within one week of the training date.
- From 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Sept. 29
- East Mississippi Center for Educational Development Center located on the Mississippi State University College Park Campus
1000 Highway 19 N
Meridian MS 39307