Mississippi Department of Education
Mississippi education leaders debate new rural school consolidation plan
State leaders look to merge under-enrolled Mississippi school districts to counter budget deficits. Parents raise concerns over long student commutes.
Understanding IEPs: How Mississippi Supports Students with Disabilities
What is the Individual Education Program (IEP)? By Shellena L. In Mississippi, public schools provide Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). These programs ensure that eligible students ages 3 to 20 receive specialized instruction and support services through the public school system. IEPs are…