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Bill would withhold state funds from any Mississippi school teaching The 1619 Project
A bill introduced into the Mississippi Senate would withhold state funds from any school teaching from The 1619 Project curriculum.
Alcorn State University, Tougaloo College joins Google readiness program
The program is funded by a $1 million investment from the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) with an overall $15 million commitment from Google.
Student taken into custody for threat against Florence Middle School
Parents were notified via email that a potential threat was made against the school.
Brandon High adjusts schedule amid COVID-19 surge
Brandon High School is altering its schedule after an influx of positive COVID-19 cases.
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Vicksburg Warren School District closes all schools ahead of winter weather
District officials said schools will reopen on Tuesday, January 12, on a regular schedule.
Young writers could win full-ride scholarship to Belhaven University
The Angie Thomas Writers Scholarship will cover tuition, room and board at the university for four years.
JPS board approves renaming of 2 schools named for Confederate soldiers
Jackson Public School District’s Board of trustees approved the renaming of two of its elementary schools.
Former superintendent chosen for Mississippi education board
A former schools superintendent and teacher may soon join the Mississippi State Board of Education.
Mother and daughter graduate from college together after unspeakable loss
“It was something about that day. I just felt like Jordan and Austin were both here with me.”
Mississippi College will hold virtual commencement ceremony
Family and friends will be able to watch the commencement online.
Faculty: Auditor demand on professor hurts academic freedom
University of Mississippi faculty leaders are expressing concerns about academic freedom.
Clinton Superintendent announces retirement, new position on Miss. School Boards Association
Clinton Public School District announced Superintendent Tim Martin will retire at the end of the 2020-2021 school year.
Homeschooling increases as fewer students enroll in Mississippi public schools
More Mississippi students are being home-schooled this year.
Appeals court: Mississippi school lawsuit may go forward
A federal appeals court has affirmed that Mississippi parents may pursue a school funding lawsuit.
Clinton schools open new career, technical education center
The center houses 11 programs that help guide students toward their career paths.
Velma Jackson High School transitions to distance learning
Students at Velma Jackson High School will transition to distance learning on Monday, December 7, until the Christmas holidays.
Madison Middle put on lockdown after nearby gunshot sound
School officials say the lockdown was done after possible gunshots were heard nearby.
State auditor demands Ole Miss professor pay nearly $2K over ‘Scholar Strike’
State Auditor Shad White is ordering a University of Mississippi professor pay nearly $2,000 for a work stoppage earlier this year.
Mississippi schools receive computers for distance learning
They were purchased with part of the coronavirus relief money that Mississippi received from the federal government.
Students return to in-person learning after COVID outbreaks
Brandon and Puckett High Schools also returned to in person learning on Monday as well.
Natchez-Adams School District to continue virtual learning through December
The district went virtual on Thursday, November 12 after an outbreak of COVID-19 amongst students and staff.
Jackson Public Schools plan includes students in classrooms for spring semester
Jackson Public Schools has a plan mapped out for the spring semester.
JSU students react to Dr. Thomas Hudson’s promotion to new university president
Hudson has held various positions at the university since 2012.
15 community colleges to be added to Mississippi Optical Network
MissiON allows students at many campuses in Mississippi to use supercomputers to gather research and use it to further their studies.
Questions raised about inconsistencies with private schools and COVID-19 reporting
Not all Mississippi private schools are reporting COVID-19 data to the state health department.
Tourism outlook uncertain with rising COVID cases
Rising Covid cases could again impact tourism
Lawrence Co. School District going virtual due to spike in COVID-19 cases
All extracurricular activities during this time will be postponed or cancelled.
Hearing on year-round school model held at State Capitol
Lawmakers on the Senate Education Committee learned more about year-round school or a modified schedule.
Traditional learning underway at HPSD
The Hattiesburg Public School District began traditional learning on Nov. 2.
Several schools going virtual after ‘outbreak’ of COVID-19 cases in Attala Co. School District
ACSD says they are contacting those who came in close contact with those individuals.
State lawmakers consider year-round school
Mississippi’s Department of Education and the superintendent at Corinth High School will be presenting information to lawmakers Monday.
Lt. Gov. Hosemann concerned about long-term effect of virtual learning
COVID-19 is scary, and the long-term effects on education are becoming worrisome as well.
Puckett High School goes virtual due to rising number of COVID cases
Puckett High School is going virtual after an increase in positive COVID-19 tests.
JPS Superintendent discusses next steps for virtual learning
Superintendent Dr. Errick Greene says the initial decision to go virtual was based on the data and health disparities in the community.
Junior League of Jackson donates $100K to JPS teachers
Junior League of Jackson donated over $100,000 to Jackson Public School teachers on Tuesday.
Clinton Public School District: Six students test positive for coronavirus
These six cases bring CPSD’s total positive cases to 29 since the start of school on August 13.
Ole Miss renaming building for activist turned administrator
The University of Mississippi says it’s renaming a campus building to honor a one-time student activist who became a longtime administrator at the school.
Hundreds of laptops arrive in time for influx of distance learners at Ocean Springs High
Hundreds of laptops made their way to the front doors of Ocean Springs High School, expanding technology throughout the entire district.
Federal investigation for cyber attack at Yazoo County School District
A federal investigation is underway after the Yazoo County School District’s Information Technology system was hacked.
Hinds County School District upgrades air systems to kill COVID-19
The school district claims ionization testing results show a 99.4% reduction rate on a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) surface strain within 30 minutes, effectively neutralizing SARS-CoV-2.
Ole Miss administrators hold virtual Parents and Families Town Hall
University of Mississippi administrators held a virtual Parents and Families Town Hall Monday to address the frustration and concerns of some parents over online classes and other issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.
Continental, Hinds CC offer new paid apprenticeships
The Production Apprentice and Mechatronics Apprentice Programs offer paid, on-the-job experience with a global company and industry certifications.
Deadline nears for suggestions to rename Power Elementary
The deadline for parents and students to suggest a new name for Power APAC Elementary School is Monday.
Southern Miss unveils Oseola McCarty statue
Southern Miss has a new statue on its Hattiesburg campus honoring the life and legacy of Oseola McCarty.
Ole Miss students and parents upset with the way classes are being taught
Dr. Boyce said the university is looking into this matter and they will be meeting with deans and department to discuss this issue.
Holmes Community College to suspend football for two weeks due to positive coronavirus cases
Please follow Holmes Athletics on Facebook and Twitter as updates become available along with the athletic website at holmesathletics.com.
Kosciusko High football player in critical condition with COVID-19
In-classroom learning has temporarily ended as others have tested positive as well.
50 percent of Brookhaven HS football team quarantined due to possible COVID-19 exposure
The Brookhaven High School Football game against Ridgeland High School set for October 9 has been canceled.
Piney Woods School raising money to help students afford enrollment
The Piney Woods School is partnering with the Woodson Center for a virtual fundraising event that will allow the school to provide scholarships and tuition assistance to up to 200 students.
Robert E. Lee elementary school to narrow new name choices to 3 finalists
They say they want names that reflect the community.
Kosciusko High moving to virtual classes
Classes at Kosciusko High School are moving virtual over COVID-19 concerns.
Lee Elementary in Jackson to be renamed
A Jackson elementary school will soon have a new name. The Lee Renaming Committee has narrowed down a list of 30 to six semi-finalists. Nominees were chosen based on ties to the community, positive strides in education and being relevant to students.
JPS high schools host voter registration challenge
All seven of Jackson Public School high schools will host a voter registration challenge on Friday, September 25, and Monday, September 28.
Elem. teacher tests positive for COVID-19 days after Clinton returns to traditional schedule
Clinton Public School District says a teacher at Lovett Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19.
Four Miss. schools receive National Blue Ribbon School Honors
The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools based on their overall academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.
Clinton schools return to traditional schedule
Clinton Public School District returns to a traditional model beginning Monday.
State Auditor: Ole Miss professor who went on strike broke the law
Last week, a University of Mississippi Sociology professor sent an email to his students saying he was participating in a national strike to protest police violence.
Rankin Co. students to receive free breakfast, lunch until end of year
Now, the special waivers have been extended to allow RCSD students to continue this program through the end of the year.
‘Let’s stop making excuses;’ Families still waiting on laptops for students 6 weeks into school year
JPS students have been working virtually this school year but some have not received promised electronic devices to assist in their studies.
Clinton Public School District offers free meals to students
The district says all students 18 years or younger will be served free meals beginning Monday, September 14, 2020, through December 31, 2020, or until funds run out.
Piney Woods School to host virtual fundraising campaign for low-income students
On September 30th, Woodson Center will host Black American Values in Action: A Virtual Fundraiser for The Piney Woods School.
Nearly $1.5M awarded to improve school safety in the southern district of Mississippi
The funds were provided by the Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP).