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.
Mississippi Alternate Academic Achievement Standards (MS AAAS) for Mathematics Grades K-8
In an effort to closely align instruction for students with significant cognitive disabilities who are progressing toward postsecondary settings, the Mississippi Alternate Academic Achievement Standards (MS AAAS) for Mathematics Grades…
MDE/UM Special Education Professional Development Coordinator Position
The Mississippi Department of Education has partnered with the University of Mississippi to employ one Coordinator of Professional Development in the area of special education with an emphasis on behavioral…
Move To Learn Home Stretch!
Teachers and students, we’re so proud of you for making it through a tough school year! Stay strong, and remember Move To Learn videos during the Home Stretch. Research shows…
COVID-19 Vaccine Letter to Education Leaders from Dr. Thomas Dobbs
COVID-19 Education Letter 05062021 Dear Education Leaders: The existing COVID-19 vaccines are proven to be safe and extremely successful in preventing illness and severe disease. Currently, the Pfizer vaccine is…
Microsoft Training Courses for Mississippi Educators
MDE PD Flyer 2021 Teacher professional development is key to successful digital transformation. To help your educators use technology effectively in the classroom, Microsoft Store Education Trainers are excited to…
Employment Opportunity: MS School of the Arts Principal
The Mississippi School of the Arts (MSA) is seeking applicants for the position of Principal. MSA is a statewide residential school that provides advanced programs of study in music, theatre,…
Teachers: Apply for the Mississippi Teacher Advisory Council for 2021-22
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) is currently accepting applications for the State Superintendent of Education’s Mississippi Teacher Advisory Council (MTAC) for the 2021-22 school year. The purpose of the…
SREB and Essentials Course Trainings – July 26-30
The Mississippi Department of Education’s (MDE) Office of Secondary Education, in partnership with the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB), will host teacher trainings for the grade 8/9 SREB Ready for…
Tynker Computer Science Training Opportunities
Tynker Computer Science training opportunities: AP Content and PD Coding Leadership Session Coding Academy — 6-hour Description
Learning Acceleration Guidance for Early Childhood Classrooms
The Office of Early Childhood has developed a guide for school districts: District Consideration Guidance to Support Learning Acceleration in Early Childhood Classrooms. This guide was created to help school…