Dear Superintendents,
Thank you for continuing to share your thoughts during our Regional Superintendent Meetings, Superintendents Advisory Council, and ongoing engagement with us. As a result of your feedback and federal updates, the Mississippi Department of Education is partnering with our RESAs to offer an upcoming regional training series that districts are strongly recommended to attend.
Setting the Stage for Success: Regional MDE Accreditation Training is a 3-hour, in-person session that will provide an overview of district accreditation policies, audit procedures, and current trends in federal oversight. In addition to addressing audits specific to graduation requirements, test security, instructional practices, and school safety, MDE leadership will provide monitoring tools and unpack common misconceptions regarding specific accreditation standards. Districts are encouraged to join in teams of five, including but not limited to the Superintendent, High School Principal, High School Counselor, and other district personnel responsible for District Accountability/Accreditation.
Free trainings will be offered at the following dates, times, and locations with registration offered at: https://www.msresaservices.com/s/event/search?search=setting+the+stage+for+success%3A+regional&description=true
- Monday, Oct. 30 from 9 a.m. to noon or 1 – 4 p.m. at Mississippi State University in Meridian
- Monday, Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to noon or 1 – 4 p.m. at the Oxford Conference Center in Oxford
- Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 9 a.m. to noon or 1 – 4 p.m. at the USM Union Building in Hattiesburg
We hope this series will provide an engaging opportunity to learn about important topics in district accreditation. The department will also use this opportunity to gain ideas on future trainings and supports, so we look forward to your feedback in advance.
Thank you for your continued commitment to our schools, and please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Kind regards,
Raymond C. Morgigno, Ph.D.
Interim State Superintendent of Education