Mississippi FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for: premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. Mississippi’s agricultural education programs […]

The Equal Opportunity for Students with Special Needs Act enacted by the Mississippi Legislature during the 2015 Session created the Education Scholarship Account (ESA) program (Senate Bill No. 2695). It […]

Through educational stability, school districts can provide a powerful counterweight to the abuse, neglect, separation, and other barriers faced by foster care students. Federal and State Guidance are provided to […]

At-Risk Conference 2025 Alternative Education An alternative education program involves a temporary authorized departure from the traditional school setting. It is designed to provide educational and social development for students […]

The Mississippi Department of Education and a host of partners provide a variety of benefits, incentives and assistance programs. These programs are for Mississippi teachers of those that are considering relocating into […]

Child Nutrition Scott Clements State Director 601-576-4990 sclements@mdek12.org Charles Crawford Deputy Director 601-576-4991 ccrawford@mdek12.org Gwenyth O’Quine Director of Contracts and Grants 601-576-4992 goquine@mdek12.org Betsy Pennington Lead Nutritionist 601-576-4987 bpennington@mdek12.org Kegila […]

The Division of Educator Talent Acquisition promotes and supports efforts to increase the size, diversity, and effectiveness of Mississippi’s educator workforce. The Division of Educator Talent Acquisition strives to meet […]

The mission of the Office of Federal Programs (OFP) is to provide leadership in the effective use of federal funds so that all students are prepared to compete in the […]

Print Version Mississippi Board of Education September 25, 2025 10:00 a.m. 4th Floor Boardroom Central High School Building Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) 359 North West Street Jackson, Mississippi Agenda […]

Print Version Mississippi Board of Education February 20, 2025 10:00 a.m. 4th Floor Boardroom Central High School Building Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) 359 North West Street Jackson, Mississippi Agenda […]