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Evidence-Based Interventions to Leverage MSFF Funds
Learn about evidence-based strategies Mississippi school districts can use to boost student outcomes under the MSFF.
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Supporting Mississippi Students
At Mississippi First, we believe that education has the power to change lives, so we have dedicated over ten years…
Company Updates Read more about Supporting Mississippi StudentsOur Reports & Publications

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…
Charter Schools Read more about Mississippi Charter Parent Focus Groups 2024-25
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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