This section of the EdUpdate includes important notifications from the Mississippi Department of Education to school and district superintendents and administrators. These announcements will remain posted for 90 days. View information about professional development opportunities and resources in other sections of the EdUpdate.
Literacy coach, coordinator EIR positions available; Apply by Nov. 24
The Mississippi Department of Education, Office of Curriculum and Instruction, Division of Literacy, is seeking highly qualified applicants for kindergarten through third-grade Literacy Coach and Regional Literacy Coordinator Educator in…
Registration open for Enhancing Instructional Leadership in science of reading course
The Mississippi Department of Education’s Division of Literacy announces that registration is open for the asynchronous course Enhancing Instructional Leadership: The Science of Reading and Effective Learning Walk Protocols. This…
Applications open for Spring 2026 MS REACH program; Apply by Dec. 1
Applications are now being accepted for Spring 2026 Mississippi REACH Virtual Synchronous Learning Program. The Mississippi REACH Virtual Synchronous Learning Program is still accepting applications for Spring 2026. If your district or school is…
Registration open for spring 2026 MS Science of Reading trainings for teachers, school leaders, district leaders
The Mississippi Department of Education’s Division of Literacy announces that registration is open for the Mississippi Science of Reading Trainings for Teachers and Leaders offered through professional development courses by…
International Dyslexia Association’s revised 2025 dyslexia definition is available
The October 2025 revision of the definition of dyslexia reflects significant advances in research, global consensus, and understanding gained since the 2002 IDA working definition was published. It maintains continuity…
Interest form available for MS REACH initiative
All teachers — retired, current, or former – are invited to join Mississippi’s new Virtual Synchronous learning initiative, Mississippi REACH to teach and impact students statewide. All classes are taught…
Spring 2026 math regional training registration available
The Mississippi Department of Education Office of Curriculum and Instruction Division of Mathematics Coaching is announcing the upcoming Spring 2026 M3 Regional Math Trainings. These dynamic, in-person sessions are designed…
Math EIR positions available; Apply by Nov. 24
The Mississippi Department of Education Office of Curriculum and Instruction Division of Mathematics Coaching is seeking highly qualified applicants for 2nd–6th Grade Mathematics Educator in Residence (EIR) positions. The Division…
Teachers can learn more about REACH MS
Calling all teachers — retired, current, or former. Join Mississippi’s new Virtual Synchronous learning initiative, REACH MS. Teach and impact students statewide. If you are interested or know someone who…
Districts must submit Suicide Prevention Documentation by Oct. 31
School districts that have not yet submitted the Mental Health Assurance Form, must do so by Friday, Oct. 31. This form is a mandatory annual requirement and should be sent…