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.
National Assessment Governing Board: 2021 Nominations Announcement and Materials
The National Assessment Governing Board is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions to be appointed in the fall of 2021: Elementary school principal General public representative Governor—Democrat Governor—Republican Testing…
Hand Sanitizer: 1 Gallon Jugs, Dispensers, Refill Stations
CRC Pricelist 7-22-20 CRC Dispenser Spec Sheet HSCRC 5-25 We offer bottled products in various sizes and configurations, wall mounted or free standing dispensers and currently in the final development…
Dates to Remember: 2020-21 Administrator Calendar
The Mississippi Department of Education is pleased to provide school and district administrators with the updated Dates to Remember: 2020-2021 Administrator Calendar guidance document that includes important dates that may be required under Mississippi State Law…
Superintendents: Important Announcement about SharePoint Online Access
Superintendents: MDE would like to invite you to our new SharePoint Online presence for your district. This will eventually replace the MDE district access site you currently use. The old…
MSDH Current Recommendations for Safely Educating K-12 Students
Please read the Mississippi State Department of Health’s (MSDH) current recommendations for safely educating K-12 students. Mississippi is facing the unprecedented challenge of providing quality education to K-12 students while…
Virtual Literacy Guide and Webinar for K-5 Teachers
The Office of Elementary Education and Reading, Division of Literacy, in collaboration with Barksdale Reading Institute (BRI) has developed a Virtual Literacy Instruction Guide for Kindergarten through Grade 5 Teachers. This…
Virtual Literacy Instruction Guide for K-5 Teachers (New Resource)
The Office of Elementary Education and Reading, Division of Literacy, in collaboration with Barksdale Reading Institute (BRI) has developed a Virtual Literacy Instruction Guide for Kindergarten through Grade 5 Teachers. This…
Screener Guidance for Virtual Administration
Due to an increased number of districts using 100% virtual option for at least some students, the MDE has updated the Fall 2020 Universal Screening and Kindergarten Readiness Guidance Document. Mississippi State Board Policy 41.1 paragraph…
Hanover Research Resources: Strategic Planning and Instructional Tools in the New Normal
DISTRICT PLANNING GUIDES Action Guide: Characteristics of High-Performing Schools – This research brief summarizes key characteristics as districts reframe their strategies and priorities for the upcoming year. Areas include collaboration…
MDE Releases Supports for Parents of English Learners and the EL Progress Checklist
The Mississippi Department of Education is pleased to share two new documents for district use: Supports for Parents of English Learners and the EL Progress Checklist. Supports for Parents of…