Loome: Feds’ voucher threat could undo years of Mississippi progress
By Nancy Loome Mississippi’s public school teachers and students have garnered another big win for our state – our highest-ever
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McRae: Trump’s Big, Beautiful Impact on Education
I do believe that under this bill, Mississippi families stand to win big.
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Mississippi sees education improvements, lags in other areas
Graduation rates in Mississippi high schools are above the national average at 89.2 percent.
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Loome: A Trojan Horse to divert public funds to private schools
A few Mississippi lawmakers have taken pains – at times deceitfully so – to funnel state funds to private schools.
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Wicker: Promotes Mississippi values in education
All three branches of the federal government have been vigorously debating educational issues.
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MAE releases its legislative agenda 2025
It is our intent to encourage and support our elected officials as they work to continue improving and strengthening our public schools.
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Erica Jones: Community schools, a new vision for Mississippi’s future
Community Schools are developed with the understanding that every community is different.
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Lottery announces total transfer to the State
The first $80 million goes to Mississippi Department of Transportation projects; proceeds exceeding $80 million are earmarked for the Education Enhancement Fund.
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Auditor’s office report on cost of illegal immigration to taxpayers
Analysts from the Office of the State Auditor estimate that there are at least 22,000 illegal immigrants currently living in Mississippi.
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McRae: Finding the Right Career
We expanded our 529 education savings programs to help families pursue non-traditional education paths, such as apprenticeships, certifications, and community college programs.
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