The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) provides resources and technical support to Mississippi’s public school system. The department also functions as a resource for federal education requirements and funding. The […]

The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) is dedicated to recognizing data as a vital asset and is committed to establishing a comprehensive data governance program across the agency through effective […]

The MDE and educators across Mississippi school districts are committed to ensuring the confidentiality of student data while enabling that information to be used appropriately to improve student outcomes.   […]

The Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA), requires local educational agencies (LEAs) to provide for the equitable participation of private school students, teachers and, in some cases, parents and other education […]

The purpose of Parent and Family Engagement under Title I, Part A is to provide support to schools, family, and the community in the development of partnerships and building relationships.  […]

Before student applications can be accepted, the school must file the necessary documentation with the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) Educable Child Program and be approved as a private school […]

MS Cumulative Folders and Permanent Records Manual MS Cumulative Folders and Permanent Records Manual (includes FERPA attachment)  How to Complete the Mississippi Cumulative Folder and Permanent Record (Part A – Cumulative […]

Overview The purpose of the Mississippi Department of Educations’ Title IV, Part B, Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) Program is to provide opportunities for communities to […]

Title I, Part A Neglected (Set-Aside) is a mandatory reservation taken from a Local Education Agency’s (LEA) Title I Part A allocation for comparable services to students who reside in […]

The Elementary and Secondary Act of 1965, as amended by Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 requires State Educational Agencies (SEAs) to monitor the implementation of program requirements and the […]