School supply giveaway in Gulfport this evening
In Gulfport, there will be a back pack and school supply giveaway today at 6 p.m. that is open to the community. All of the school supply items were…
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Gulfport schools preparing to head back to class
Schools in the Gulfport School District are preparing to head back to class earlier than usual due to their new flexible schedule. The new schedule will take the…
Governor Reeves launches expanded COVID-19 testing for teachers and telehealth in schools
JACKSON — Today, Governor Tate Reeves launched new COVID-19 initiatives to ensure the health and well-being of students and teachers as they return to school. Understanding the concern of many as schools reopen across our state, Governor Reeves is expanding COVID-19…
CASA of Harrison County filled book bags with school supplies
CASA of Harrison County hosted a community giveaway for book bags and school supplies this afternoon at their headquarters in Gulfport. CASA of Harrison County gave away 150 book bags filled with essential items for a successful school year such…
William Carey Tradition Campus prepares for first day of class
The faculty and staff members of William Carey Tradition Campus are ready for students to begin classes at the end of August amidst the effects of COVID-19. With classes beginning in two weeks, the university is continuing to prepare to…
Reflecting on the first week of school at South Hancock Elementary
Last Thursday was the first day of school for the dolphins at South Hancock Elementary School. Teachers and staff are keeping their students as socially distanced as possible in and out of the classroom. During lunch, the students eat in…
First United Methodist Church of Gautier host annual Backpack Blessing
The COVID pandemic has made people all across the world change school year traditions. The First United Methodist Church of Gautier is not allowing the virus to get in the way of an annual tradition it does for students. In…
Students return to class at Gulfport High School
School is back in session for students of the Gulfport School District. News 25’s Gabby Cox went to Gulfport High School to get a look at some of the new safety measures in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Back…
Final countdown for school supplies drive for Cool Kidz Club
With each passing day, more school districts are continuing to open and the need for basic school supplies is at an all-time high due to the financial difficulties caused by COVID. One local non-profit has stepped up to help fill…
Pecan Park Elementary welcomes students back
The 2020-2021 school year kicks off today for many students on the Coast, including the Ocean Springs School District. Students were rolling into campus Thursday morning. For many, it’s the first time they’ve been back on campus since March. Principal…
‘Jeepers for Teachers’ show support for students and teachers
Teachers and students in Harrison County will wake up bright and early for the first day of school tomorrow, but before the hallways come to life with activity, a group of Jeepers came out to show their support for educators.…
New school year to start with new safety measures in place
For the first time since March, in-person classes will resume in Harrison County Schools on Thursday. However, schools will not look or operate the same as they did in the spring. Students will be welcomed back to D’Iberville High School…
George County School District updates reopening plans
In response to Governor Tate Reeves Executive Order, the George County School District has made an adjustment to return to school dates. The new start date for students will be Monday, August 17, 2020. Below is the adjusted reopening of…
Students return to campus at Popp's Ferry Elementary
Today was the first day of school for Popp’s Ferry Elementary students although this year is like no other. There are many guidelines in place to limit the amount of exposure between students and teachers. Popp’s Ferry Elementary is encouraging…
‘Surfin’ into Kindergarten’ meet and greet at North Woolmarket Elementary
As the back to school countdown enters the final stretch, teachers are finding creative ways to meet and greet with their students. Kindergarten teachers at North Woolmarket Elementary School held a ‘Surfin’ into Kindergarten’ event this evening as a way…
Fab Lab donates masks to Jackson County schools
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, schools have added a new item to their annual back-to-school supplies list. However local organizations like the Jackson County Fab Lab are helping to get students masks. The Fab Lab of Jackson County, a STEM…
Surfin’ into Kindergarten Meet and Greet
Schools in Harrison County are still set to begin August 6th and kindergartners and their families at one school are safely surfing into the new school year in style. News 25’s Grant Chighizola is at North Woolmarket Elementary and Middle…
Catholic Diocese of Biloxi held opening school mass
This morning, the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi commemorated the start of the school year with their annual opening school mass. Mass was held at 9 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The bishop and…
Parents voice concerns over Harrison County School District’s back to school plans
As many schools across the Coast prepare to reopen this week, some parents in Harrison County are continuing to voice their concerns and requests to school administrators. Harrison County schools are set to welcome back children on August 6th, but…
Popp’s Ferry Elementary celebrates the new school year
As the clock ticks down, excitement is on the rise for Popp’s Ferry Elementary students, their parents, and teachers as we head into the upcoming school year. The new school year will certainly see some changes, but that isn’t stopping…
Parents rally outside Harrison County School District Headquarters
A group of concerned parents are at the Harrison County School District Headquarters in Gulfport to ask for a more concrete and fair plan for all students in the district. News 25s Grant Chighizola is at the district office with…
Distinguished Gentleman of Ocean Springs organize schools supplies giveaway over weekend
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — With the pandemic affecting many families financially, paying for school supplies for the new school year may be a bit of a struggle. The Distinguished Gentleman of Ocean Springs recognized this hardship many could be…
Back to School Mask Giveaway taking place Sunday
If your child will need a mask for school this year, be on the lookout for an event taking place this weekend. District 119 Representative Sonya Williams Barnes will host a back to school mask giveaway on Sunday at Lockett…
Mississippi's Sales Tax Holiday is Friday, July 31 to Saturday, Aug. 1. Here's what's eligible to be tax-free.
(WXXV) — Mississippi's sales-tax-free weekend will take place over a two-day period from Friday, July 31 to Saturday, August 1, 2020. According to the Mississippi Sales Tax Holiday amended by the Legislature in 2019, sales tax will not be due…