Education

Scianna Hall dedication at William Carey University

This morning, several community members and officials with William Carey University gathered for a dedication ceremony of the new Scianna Hall. Held at the tradition campus in Biloxi, this new extension will be a support building for the new school…

Popp’s Ferry elementary principal receives national award

Popp’s Ferry Elementary School Principal Dr. Todd Boucher has been named National Distinguished Principal for Mississippi. The NAESP selects recipients for setting high standards for instruction, student achievement, character, and atmosphere for the students, families, and staff in their schools.…

Annual house party at St. Martin East Elementary

Three years ago, St. Martin East Elementary decided as a school to move towards a new idea for students. They call it ‘five houses, one family.’ Today, students got to see what houses kindergartners and other new students would be…

New talent development lab at Moss Point High School

Ingalls Shipbuilding is partnering with three local high schools to construct talent development labs to heighten these school’s technical programs, especially when it comes to shipbuilding. The partnership between Ingalls and the Moss Point School District is a long standing…

School closures due to Tropical Storm Gordon

Christian Collegiate Academy will close both the daycare and the academy for Tuesday and Wednesday.ackson County School District closed Tuesday, September 4th. ​The University of Southern Mississippi’s operations along the Gulf Coast, including the Gulf Park Campus and the Gulf…

New marine research center for USM in Gulfport

The University of Southern Mississippi’s School of Ocean Science and Engineering has a new marine research center at the Port of Gulfport. The newly opened marine research center at the Port of Gulfport is a two-story, 18,000 square foot state…

Hula hoop fun at River Oaks Elementary

You may have seen the viral video of the kids playing the ‘hula hoop: rock, paper, scissors’ game all over social media. Well, now students at River Oaks Elementary in Gulfport are getting to play it for themselves. They have…

Tulane University in Biloxi announces closure

Almost three years ago, the new Tulane University campus in Biloxi was built. Today, they alerted all students and faculty they will no longer be admitting new students. In a location convenient for many South Mississippi students, Tulane University in…

Sixth graders learn how to build a computer

While most high school students spend their free time playing on their computers, Harrison Central High School senior Blake Martin is building it. It all started in sixth grade when his uncle taught him about the parts of a computer.…

Shuckers host local schools for day game

A rare morning game at MGM Park today provided the perfect opportunity for some local students to take a break from all the back to school commotion. The Biloxi Shuckers hosted Education Day. Several educational exhibits were set up around…

Hollie Gonsoulin Dance Scholarship Fund established

A local D’Iberville High School student lost her life four years ago. Her mother and a family friend chose to remember her by giving back to the community. Hollie Gonsoulin was a young girl who touched many lives throughout her…

Ribbon cutting at MGCCC West Harrison County Center

Today the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the West Harrison County Center, the home for the MGCCC Industry Training Programs funded by the BP Restore Act. A near $4 million BP Restore Act grant presented…

Jackson County FabLab open house

It’s time for back to the lab with the Jackson County FabLab. They will be holding an open house in Vancleave tomorrow to let the community know their doors are open to more than just students. Since the FabLab’s staff…

New algebra program helps student learning

Back to school means back to the books and Mississippi school districts are making sure students are able to learn to their fullest potential. Starting this school year, all Mississippi school districts are implementing the new Algebra Nation program. A…

Fill the Bus school supply drive

The United Way of South Mississippi and the Junior Auxilary of Gulfport partnered once again for their annual Fill the Bus campaign. Today, they delivered thousands of school supplies to students in the area. Last month, Walmart supercenters throughout the…

Gulfport schools start new school year on a good note

All students are officially back to school in South Mississippi as Gulfport students headed back for their first day this morning. The smell of art supplies and the sound of music filled the halls of Pass Road Elementary School as…

First day of classes

In Jackson County, Ocean Springs School District also headed back to school today. For the seventh and eighth graders at the middle school, it wasn’t a typical day in the classroom. The morning started off with a pep-rally where teachers…

First day of school at River Oaks Elementary

Nervous jitters, big smiles, hallways echoing the sound of shuffling feet: a sound heard in schools throughout Harrison County as the first day of the new school year got underway. Dr. Shelly Simmons shared a lot of hugs and conversations…

Free tuition program for service members at Mississippi State

Mississippi State University and the Mississippi National Guard announced a new program that will ensure free tuition for Mississippi National Guard service members enrolled full-time at MSU. The program builds on current National Guard education benefits to create a unique…

First day of school in Biloxi

Today was the first day of school in Biloxi. Biloxi Upper Elementary School students unloaded their buses this morning and were welcomed with smiles and hugs by teachers and staff. After about eight weeks away, students rushed into the gym…

Long Beach teachers add art for social emotional support

Students at Quarles Elementary School in Long Beach were welcomed back to class from summer break with a splash of color this morning. Monday may be the first day of school for Quarles Elementary students, but Principal Dr. Jan Hanson…

Speaker brings motivation to Crossroads teachers

The first day of school is still a few days away for those in Gulfport, but teachers and staff from Crossroads Elementary School were in a group setting today to hear from a special inspirational speaker. Larry Bell is a…