MDE Seeks Public Input on Prioritizing Federal Funds for School Restart and Recovery

May 20, 2020 – MDE is seeking public input to help the state prioritize the use of CARES Act funds. The deadline to complete the survey is June 1.

Proofs of Residency Waived for Students with No Address Change

May 8, 2020 – The Mississippi Department of Education has approved a waiver of the two proofs of residency requirement for returning students with no address change.

Jackson Public Schools to Host Virtual Graduation Ceremonies for Class of 2020

May 6, 2020 – JPS will present virtual celebrations for the Class of 2020. Ceremonies, with key speakers and Pomp and Circumstance, will be pre-recorded and aired on originally scheduled dates.

School Status Awards Chromebooks to JPS for Outstanding Parent Engagement

May 1, 2020 – As a result of logging more than 1.3 million engagements between schools and parents, School Status is awarding JPS 10 Chromebooks.