Motorists Encouraged to Watch Out for Children, Follow School Bus Safety Laws
October 24, 2012
JACKSON, Miss. – In Mississippi, more than 5,400 school buses transport more than 450,000 students to and from school each day. That adds up to 54 million miles each year.
These facts highlight the importance of safe transportation for students across the state. Today, the School Bus Safety Task Force and Gov. Phil Bryant encouraged schools and communities to recognize National School Bus Safety Week. Bryant has signed a proclamation calling on the citizens of the state to exercise constant courtesy and caution when near school buses.
MDE Joins Twitter, Encourages Communities to Follow Public Education News
October 25, 2012
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced today that it has joined Twitter in an effort to provide the latest news and information concerning public education as the state transitions to more rigorous standards in teaching and learning.
MDE, JPS Will Begin Process of Implementing Action Steps for IDEA Compliance
October 31, 2012
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) and the Jackson Public School District (JPS) reached an agreement Tuesday that will grant JPS an extension until June 30, 2013 to come into full compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Pearl Lower Elementary Teacher Selected as 2012 Milken Educator Award Recipient
November 13, 2012
JACKSON, Miss. – Pearl Lower Elementary School teacher Sabrina Morgan learned Tuesday during a surprise school-wide assembly that she received one of education’s most prestigious recognitions - the 2012 Milken Educator Award.
MDE Announces Selection of JPS Special Education CAP Administrator
November 19, 2012
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) in collaboration with the Jackson Public School District (JPS) announces the selection of Dr. Joseph Fisher as administrator of the JPS Exceptional Education Services’ Corrective Action Plan (CAP).
Fisher will be a contractual employee of the MDE and will be paid from the state’s Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) budget at a rate of $800 per day for his services. The IDEA budget funds MDE’s monitoring and supervisory budget for all Mississippi public school districts.
MDE Announces Teacher Stipends for TIF Grant Schools Achieving Student Growth
December 5, 2012
JACKSON, Miss. – Through the national Teacher Incentive Fund (TIF) grant, 281 certified educators in seven Mississippi schools will receive $1,000 stipends this month for their hard work in improving student achievement.
Statement from Dr. Lynn House, Interim State Superintendent of Education, on Connecticut School Shooting
December 15, 2012
"We are deeply saddened to hear of the tragic news in Connecticut today. Our hearts and prayers are with the students, teachers, administrators, families and the entire community. In Mississippi we know superintendents and principals are vigilant in ensuring safeguards are in place. We will continue to review our policies and procedures for any improvements."
MDE Seeks Sponsors for Summer Food Program
January 4, 2013
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Education is seeking sponsors to operate the 2013 Summer Food Service Program in counties across the state. This program is administered by the Office of Child Nutrition.
MDE Announces USDA Income Guidelines for Free and Reduced Price Meals
MDE Considers More Stringent Policies, Increased Training to Enhance School Safety
January 14, 2013
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Education is currently evaluating its policies and procedures as it works to expand current efforts in supporting a safe school environment.