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Collin Binkley, Associated Press
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January 29, 2025
Trump looks to repurpose federal money to expand school choice programs
The vast majority of school funding comes from state and local sources, and school choice policies are generally the purview of state governments.
Education
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Frank Corder
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January 24, 2025
After a decade of trying, “Tim Tebow Act” has its best chance yet of passing in Mississippi
Every neighboring state has changed their public school laws or policies in recent years to allow homeschoolers to participate in extracurricular activities. Mississippi could join them this year.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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January 21, 2025
State Superintendent advocates for hybrid instructional program, other education changes
Workforce development through CTE programs and statewide early learning are among Dr. Lance Evans' top goals.
Education
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Frank Corder
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January 21, 2025
Bill of the Day: Prohibiting DEI programs at Mississippi universities
Magnolia Tribune brings you a Bill of the Day for the 2025 Mississippi legislative session that just may pique your interest.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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January 13, 2025
State Superintendent says public education must be “nimble” as Mississippi businesses, industries change
Dr. Lance Evans tells business leaders MDE is working to provide the workforce of tomorrow and invites partnerships to improve student success.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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December 29, 2024
Lawmakers eye easing school transfers, district consolidation during 2025 session
Reducing administrative costs, eliminating the ESA waiting list, and making public school transfers easier are all priorities as lawmakers return to the Capitol.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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December 20, 2024
Mississippi Dept. of Education pushes additional changes to K-12 funding formula
Current law caps property tax rates for local school districts. MDE officials told lawmakers changes to the student funding formula may require lifting the cap to increase rates.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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December 13, 2024
Support for school choice grows nationally. Will Mississippi lawmakers act?
New national polling shows support for open enrollment increased to 75% with K-12 parents.
Education
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Adam Sabes
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December 9, 2024
Could Arkansas’ LEARNS Act provide model for Mississippi?
Beginning in 2025, families of all Arkansas students will have access to funding up to approximately $6,660 for education-related expenses.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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December 5, 2024
Teacher turnover on the rise in Mississippi, southern region
The Mississippi Senate Education Committee recently heard from experts on potential ways to attract and retain more educators.
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Frank Corder
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November 13, 2024
Shuttering the U.S. Dept. of Education: Can it be done?
Specifics on President-elect Trump’s call to close the federal Cabinet-level department have not been unveiled while answers to how the change would impact funding remain unclear.
Education
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Jeremy Pittari
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October 17, 2024
Average freshman to sophomore retention for Mississippi universities at 81 percent, IHL Board told
Two new degree programs at the University of Mississippi were also approved by the IHL Board at Thursday's meeting.
News
News
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Frank Corder
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February 21, 2025
Mississippi graduation rate continues to exceed national average
News
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Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press
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February 21, 2025
Federal judge allows Trump’s mass firings of federal workers to move forward
News
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Daniel Tyson
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February 21, 2025
Lawmakers look to ban certain online gaming platforms
Business
Business
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Frank Corder
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February 19, 2025
ROCKWOOL investing over $100 million into new production line at its Marshall County facility
Business
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Lynne Jeter
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February 16, 2025
Destination by Hyatt picks Okhissa Lake as site of striking new development
Business
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Lynne Jeter
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February 9, 2025
Become a Certified Hospitality Expert in 30 minutes
Culture
Culture
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Susan Marquez
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February 21, 2025
Ballet Magnificat presents Prodigal’s Journey
Culture
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C.H. Spurgeon
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February 21, 2025
Have you sinned today?
Culture
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C.H. Spurgeon
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February 20, 2025
On whose side are you?
Opinion
Opinion
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Daniel Sparks
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February 21, 2025
Methamphetamine and the life of a lie
Opinion
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Roger Wicker
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February 21, 2025
Washington’s example endures
Opinion
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Angela Turner-Ford
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February 19, 2025
Advancing Mississippi Families: A call for paid leave legislation
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