Job Corps Students Visits Port of Gulfport
The Job Corps partnered with the Port of Gulfport to teach a whole new generation about jobs that could be potentially available to them one day.
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Teachers Tour Gulfport
Gulfport School District teachers are looking to expand their student’s learning experience to outside of the classroom.
Schools Already Preparing for Reading Test
This week, school bells have been ringing across the Coast as students head back to school and hit the books.
Police Teach Leadership
This afternoon, 35 young people graduated from the Gulfport Police Department’s Leadership Academy.
Harrison County Superintendent Set to Retire
Superintendent Henry Arledge is saying farewell after working in the Harrison County School District for 36 years.
City of Pascagoula Hosts Adventure Camp
Kayaking, geo-caching, hiking and more: it’s all part of the city of Pascagoula’s outdoor adventure camp.
D'iberville Middle School Students Graduate from the D.A.R.E Program
It’s still summer time but some dedicated D’iberville Middle School students graduated today. Eighty students successfully completed the school’s third annual D.A.R.E program.
iPad Class at Tulane University
If you feel like you are falling behind in the tech world, Tulane University is here to help you catch up.
Mississippi Board of Education Discusses Adequate Funding for Public Schools
It was a long session today for Mississippi superintendents at this month’s state Board of Education meeting.
Camp Prepares Children for Kindergarten
Most students in South Mississippi will be heading back to school within the next four weeks, but some first time students in Long Beach are getting a head start.
Third Graders Taking Final Retest
The window for students who failed the “Third Grade Reading Gate” is closing with just two weeks left.
Pass Christian Public Library Hosts Acting Workshop for High School Students
The Pass Christian Public Library is holding an action film workshop this week for high school students.
Biloxi Public Schools Moving to Online Registration
Parents of Biloxi children will see something new when they go register their child for school beginning Monday.
Senator Cochran’s Amendment in Education Reform Unanimously Approved
School libraries in Mississippi are one step closer in receiving federal funds to improve their system.
Congress Debates Education Reform
Congress continues to debate on the first major federal reform legislation since 2001’s “No Child Left Behind Act.”
Royal Endeavor! Kids Paint Crowns For Carnival Krewe
A group of young people took on a task fit for a queen today. In fact, their work will end up in the hands of a queen, her royal court and special guests.
Education Reform Bill Would Improve School Libraries
Today, the U.S. Senate resumed to consider a major piece of legislation on education reform with the unanimous approval of an amendment sponsored by Senator Thad Cochran.
Four Jackson County Students Receive Scholarships from Mississippi Association of Supervisors
Four out of 15 Mississippi Association of Supervisors scholarships were awarded to students from Jackson County.
Biloxi Teachers Find Creative Way to Inspire Students to Read
Teachers and volunteers have been working hard the past few weeks on an innovative project they hope will encourage more students to love reading.
Biloxi High Included in America’s Most Challenging High School List
One coastal school is in the spotlight this week for its dedication to providing students the best education they can.
Students Graduate from Climb CDC Program
Forty-six students graduated from the Climb CDC program tonight, celebrating nine months of on the job training in fields such as catering and construction.
Special Weather Presentation Teaches Kids about Meteorology
Kids at the William Carey Gifted Summer Program have been studying weather as part of their focus on STEM learning. Today they heard a special presentation from our own meteorologist, Ryan Mahan.
Gulfport Receives National Recognition for Efforts in Helping Children Read
Gulfport is receiving national recognition for the community’s effort to help our children read.
Reading Gate Retest Shows 6% Increase in Passing Scores
91% of Mississippi third graders have now passed the “Reading Gate Assessment” and will be able to move on to the fourth grade.