The Weight They Carry: Life as a Teacher in Mississippi
Mississippi First has released a new report, The Weight They Carry: Life as a Teacher in Mississippi, which examines…
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…
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,…
Toolkit: How to Start an Early Learning Collaborative
This toolkit focuses on starting a state-funded early learning collaborative (ELC) program. Learn about the different types of state-funded…
Early Education: Policy Vision
Learn about the five policy priorities for early education in Mississippi that we believe will create a stable and…
2024 Pre-K in Mississippi: Briefing Book
Mississippi First’s “2024 Pre-K in Mississippi: Briefing Book” analyzes the state’s pre-kindergarten programs, covering history, types, costs, and improvements.
2023 Public Perception of Early Childhood Education in Mississippi
Survey insights into Mississippians’ views on early childhood education and its role in shaping children’s futures.
2023 Public Perception of Charter Schools in Mississippi
Research on how Mississippi residents perceive charter schools and their impact on education.
2021 State of Pre-K
A detailed analysis of public and non-public pre-K access in Mississippi in 2017-2018.
2020 Public Perception of Charter Schools in Mississippi
Analysis of evolving attitudes toward charter schools in Mississippi over time.
2019 Public Perception of Charter Schools in Mississippi
Survey findings on Mississippi residents’ opinions about charter schools and their role in public education.
2017 State of Pre-K
Examination of Mississippi’s pre-kindergarten programs, focusing on accessibility, quality, and recommendations for growth.