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.
MDE Training Alert Text Complexity
The Mississippi Department of Education is excited to announce an opportunity to receive professional development on the first key shift in the Mississippi College- and Career- Readiness Standards for English…
Free PD on Teaching and Technology
The Office of Professional Development is pleased to announce several upcoming training opportunities for a Digital + Content Connection Series starting October 28. These one-hour sessions will provide educators with…
Imagine the Possibilities Virtual Career Expo for Students in Grades 8-12
Virtual Experience for 10th graders October 2020-March 2021; yearlong resource for grades 8th – 12th The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed leaders to think outside the box to make sure learning…
Strong Readers Website Now Includes Social-Emotional Learning Activities for Families
The Strong Readers website now includes activities for Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) for students pre-K through grade 5. Please share this valuable resource with students and families in your…
Financial Exchange Transaction System (FETS) Due Oct. 15
The Financial Exchange Transaction System (FETS) data is due to the MDE by or before October 15, 2020, MS Code Section 37-61-21. Some districts have completed their FETS files but…
Updates From the Office of School Improvement
Update for Evidence-based Intervention Trainings on October 19th and 23rd To ensure accurate documentation of registration and participation so that participants can receive CEUS or SEMIs, a specific registration link…
Adjusting Strategic Plans for Recovery – Hanover Research
NEW RESEARCH Strategic Plan Implementation Framework — Strategic planning helps school districts achieve organizational alignment, connect stakeholders to a purpose, and address areas for improvement. This outline summarizes key considerations when…
Memo to District Superintendents Regarding School Closures
To: District Superintendents From: Dr. Carey M. Wright Date: October 6, 2020 Re: School Closures The MDE has received numerous questions regarding whether the State Board of Education(SBE)/Mississippi Department of…
ACT: MasteryPrep ACT College Readiness Solutions Pilot Program
ACT: MasteryPrep ACT College Readiness Solutions Pilot Program MasteryPrep has once again partnered with the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) to provide College Readiness Solutions in a blended learning environment…
SREB Social-Emotional Learning Workshop
Don’t miss our new national workshop on building positive relationships with students and delivering advisory activities that support students’ well-being. Register Now Need to Know Cost: $250 Dates and Times:…