The state aims to boost workforce participation and curb migration by doubling its apprenticeship programs to 7,000.
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October 6, 2026
Mississippi Officials Debunked Cat-in-the-Hat HoaxParents and students in Mississippi can disregard viral social media threats targeting schools as AI-generated pranks.
October 5, 2026
Priscilla Till Announced Mississippi Gubernatorial BidThe former educator and advocate launched her campaign to address school funding and healthcare access.
October 1, 2026
Mississippi Earned A Grade for Financial Literacy EducationThe state secured top marks for requiring high school students to complete a standalone personal finance course.
September 30, 2026
Mississippi Governor's School Opened ApplicationsSophomores and juniors can now apply for the no-cost, two-week residential honors program held in Columbus.
September 30, 2026
Mississippi Expanded Career Coaching to Middle SchoolsThe statewide workforce initiative now offers students early career planning resources before they reach high school.
September 30, 2026
Mississippi Students Will Analyze Home Tap Water QualityMiddle school students can participate in a new free online science program launching this November.
September 29, 2026
Mississippi Chronic Absenteeism Rates Fell Last YearStatewide student attendance improved for the 2025-26 school year, though challenges remain for middle and high schoolers.
September 25, 2026
Mississippi Districts Will Adopt New Attendance Policies SoonFamilies should prepare for updated absence rules and stricter documentation requirements by November 1.
September 23, 2026
Mississippi Students Completed C Spire C3 Jr. ChallengeTwenty-three teams of fourth graders solved technology puzzles during the annual STEAM-focused competition.
