MISSION & VISION
Mississippi First envisions a Mississippi first in prosperity, innovation, and quality of life. To accomplish this goal, our work is dedicated to championing transformative policy solutions, ensuring educational excellence for every Mississippi child.
STAFF & BOARD
As experts in our field, we share our knowledge and insights with policymakers and the public through publications, presentations, and briefings.
OUR FOCUS AREAS
We are a leading voice for high-quality early education, high-quality public charter schools, access to highly effective teachers and leaders, and creating a future for public schools.
OUR WORK
As experts in our field, we share our knowledge and insights with policymakers and the public through publications, presentations, and briefings.
OUR IMPACT
Since our founding in 2008, Mississippi First has made major contributions to education in Mississippi. We’re proud of the impact we’ve been able to achieve and are constantly striving to improve Mississippi’s education system.
OUR ANNUAL REPORTS
Mississippi First compiles its achievements and financial results each year into an Annual Report corresponding to our most recently completed fiscal year. Each Annual Report takes a broad view of the year behind and sets the stage for the years ahead.
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News & Updates
Supporting Mississippi Students
At Mississippi First, we believe that education has the power to change lives, so we have dedicated over ten years…
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Mississippi Charter Parent Focus Groups 2024-25
In the fall of 2024, Mississippi First contracted with SHARED Strategy Group, LLC to facilitate focus groups composed of parents…
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Evidence-Based Interventions to Leverage MSFF Funds
Mississippi First is excited to announce the release of our newest brief: Evidence-Based Interventions to Leverage MSFF Funds. In 2024, the…
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