Today is World Hydrography Day! Those with the University of Southern Mississippi’s hydrography program took today to show off all that they do. USM held their Hydrography Day at their marine research center in Gulfport. They showcased what they use…
The Biloxi Public School Board has named Dr. Larry Drawdy as interim superintendent while the board continues to look for a permanent replacement. Dr. Drawdy is familiar with the position as he served as superintendent of Biloxi Schools from 1994…
Since the 90s, the Rotary Club of Pascagoula has awarded thousands of dollars to students who attend Pascagoula High or Resurrection Catholic School. They hope to keep college graduates in Mississippi and on the Coast. Name after name was called…
The Walter Anderson Museum of Art in Ocean Springs is taking on their summer art camp in a special way. They are using art as a launching point to talk about the elements that go into design and creativity with…
The Making Connection Conference is back at the Coast Coliseum this week. Nearly 2,000 teachers from around the state are on the Coast for the annual conference. Mississippi Power is sponsoring about 150 STEM teachers from our service territory by…
Almost 3,000 more Mississippi third graders passed a toughened reading test on the second try in May, cutting the number of students in danger of not advancing to fourth grade. The Mississippi Department of Education said Tuesday that of 8,941…
School is out and that means summer camp season is in full effect and for the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast its day one. For some kids, summer break means leaving the classroom and books behind and…
Graduation is a milestone many students strive for and for the Ocean Springs class of 2019 the time has come. Tonight, the Mississippi Coast Coliseum was packed with friends and family ready to cheer their graduates across the stage. A…
After high school graduations this month, a new class of rising seniors will take their place as they now get one year closer to walking the halls of a college campus. It’s one foundation’s mission to send more students to…
To anyone looking to get a jump start on their education, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is inviting you to enroll for fall classes and they’re adding new courses. From cyber security to a new coding program, students enrolled in…
The graduations continue rolling. Tonight, the Christian Collegiate Academy’s Class of 2019 crossed the stage. This was a small class of only 16 graduates, but they definitely blazed a huge trail as each of the students graduated with honors. Family…
After nearly four decades in education, one local principal is retiring. Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School Principal Susan Dollar is saying goodbye to work and hello to retirement. “I’m going to miss so many great teachers that I have here.…
This morning, the graduating seniors of D’Iberville High School took a brief walk back in time. Decked out in full cap and gown, the 2019 senior class returned to their old stomping grounds at D’Iberville Middle School to walk the…
Getting up for school bright and early every day can be tough, but one group of students from Pass Road Elementary made showing up to class every day a priority. This morning their dedication was rewarded, the Bannister Foundation took…
A quarter of third graders in Mississippi failed their reading tests. Over the summer, it’s time to hit the books with a purpose! Nonprofit organizations are teaming up with the Gulfport Public Library to encourage students with incentives to read…
The Coast Coliseum in Biloxi was painted orange and blue tonight as the Gulfport High School Class of 2019 received their diplomas. Three hundred and sixty-six students graduated tonight with more than 200 of those students graduating with distinction. Many…
A quarter of third graders in our state failed their reading tests on the first try, leaving it unclear if they will advance to the next grade. According to the Mississippi Department of Education, students had a second chance at…
The Mississippi Coast Coliseum was filled with graduating seniors tonight. Three hundred and one St. Martin High School students crossed the stage while family and friends cheered them on. The graduates wore blue or gold caps and gowns distinguishing the…
Today, seniors at West Harrison High School traveled to North Gulfport Middle School to continue one of the school’s long traditions. More than 80 West Harrison seniors took to the halls of their old middle school to celebrate their high…
D’Iberville High School invited everyone to ‘The Greatest Show’ for their annual Academic Signing Day event. This event showcased 144 senior students as they signed their academic scholarships and military commitments. Teachers and students participated in ‘The Greatest Show’ as…
‘Always remember your worth’ those are words that echoed throughout the Mississippi Coast Coliseum tonight as Vancleave High School seniors were eager for their diplomas. Tonight, 165 Bulldogs walked across the stage to receive their ticket out of high school.…
Gaston Point Elementary School in Gulfport will officially be shutting its doors at the end of the school year. The Gulfport School Board voted to close Gaston Point Elementary on Monday night. The school has struggled with the number of…
Dr. Matt Buckley, principal of St. Patrick Catholic High School, is proud to announce Stephen Azar as Class of 2019 Valedictorian and Amelie Million as the Class of 2019 Salutatorian. Valedictorian Stephen Azar is the son of Dr. and Mrs.…
Here is a list of upcoming graduation ceremonies on the Gulf Coast. May 11 University of Southern Mississippi Long Beach 10 a.m. Mississippi Coast Coliseum May 14 Vancleave High School 7 p.m. Mississippi Coast Coliseum May 16 East Central High…