Midtown Public Charter School “We are very excited to partner with community members from and beyond the Midtown neighborhood of Jackson to provide holistic education to very special young people. We are grateful for the opportunity to provide a choice for parents. All schools might be great, but not all schools are great for all…
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Ambition Prep “Our work in education is urgent. We will change the current trajectory of our students. All students can learn no matter the circumstance. All students can and will succeed with best practices and systems in place.” Founder and Executive Director DeArchie Scott Ambition Prep is located in Jackson, Mississippi. Founded in 2019 by…
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Leflore Legacy Academy “The life you live is the legacy you leave, and here and Leflore Legacy Academy, we are preparing scholars to live a life that leads to a legacy.” Founder and Executive Director Dr. Tamala Shaw Leflore Legacy Academy is located in Greenwood, Mississippi. Leflore Legacy Academy was founded by Executive Director and…
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Committee Judiciary A Author Jill Ford Session 2023 Session Latest Action On March 27, the House and Senate adopted the conference report for HB 588. It is now awaiting the Governor’s signature. Explanation of the Bill As introduced, House Bill 588 would extend the repealer on the Mississippi Comprehensive Workforce Training and Education Consolidation Act…
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Committee Judiciary A Author Jill Ford Session 2023 Session Latest Action On March 30, the House and Senate adopted the conference report for HB 510. It is awaiting the Governor’s signature. Explanation of the Bill As introduced, House Bill 510 would create a Foster Parents’ Bill of Rights and Responsibilities. This would include all of…
Read MoreCommittee Education; Appropriations Author W. Briggs Hopson III Session 2023 Session Latest Action On April 17, the Governor signed SB 2749 into law. It will take effect on July 1, 2023. Explanation of the Bill As introduced, Senate Bill 2749 would increase the compensation of school board members. All members could choose to receive $112…
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