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.
Applications for Senior Advisor for Research and Analytics Educator in Residence position due April 7
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE), Office of Academic Education, is seeking competitive applications from qualified applicants for full-time, 12 -month, Senior Advisor for Research and Analytics Educator in Residence…
English Learner district self-assessment opportunity offered; Interest form due March 30
The Mississippi Department of Education Office of Curriculum and Instruction announces an opportunity for a deep dive into the instruction of English learners. Interested districts should complete an interest form…
Administrators and teachers: Save the Date of June 8-9 for the AI Summer Summit
Administrators and teachers: Mark your calendars for June 8-9 to attend the AI Summer Summit at the Jackson Convention Center. This free event will feature two full days of sessions…
Teachers: Register now for Computer Science Summer Training
The Mississippi State University Center for Cyber Education is offering free professional learning sessions to help educators expand their computer science (CS) knowledge and bring engaging CS experiences into their…
Elementary teachers: Registration is open for Elementary Computer Science Institute on June 17-18
The Elementary Computer Science Institute will be held on June 17-18 at the Jackson Convention Center. This free event is hosted by the Mississippi State University Center for Cyber Education…
Application deadline is March 27 for Mississippi High School Journalism Expansion Project
The deadline is March 27 to apply to the Mississippi High School Journalism Project (MHSJP). Apply online at bellvoices.org/mississippi. What: Applications are open for the Mississippi High School Journalism Project,…
New webinar series launches March 31 for K-12 social studies teachers
The Mississippi Department of Education’s Office of Curriculum and Instruction will launch a new webinar series “The Primary Source” on Tuesday, March 31 at 4 p.m. These monthly virtual meetings…
AP webinar about spring 2026 testing happening March 24 for coordinators, administrators, proctors
AP coordinators, administrators, and proctors are invited to join College Board’s South/Southwest Regional Office AP Webinar to ensure your teams are prepared for a smooth and successful testing experience this…
SBE seeks interim superintendent for Holmes County School District; Apply by March 16
The State Board of Education (SBE), through the Mississippi Department of Education, is seeking an Interim Superintendent to oversee the administration, management, and operations for the Holmes County School District….
2026 College and Career Savings art contest deadline extended to March 23
Students now have more time to submit their applications following the theme “what do you want to be when you grow up?” All artwork must be submit before March 23….