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DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST

DeSoto County School District (DCS) is the largest and fastest growing school district in Mississippi. Our 3,500 teachers, counselors, administrators, and employees work hard to meet tough academic goals, train educators on the best practices, and provide special programs for students who need them. We have 40 schools and approximately 32,000 students.
JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

Jackson Public Schools is the second largest school district in Mississippi, serving more than 30,000 students, representing more than 80 percent of school-aged children in the state's capital and only urban municipality. Jackson, Mississippi has about 176,000 residents in an area of 104 square miles. There are 8 high schools, 12 middle schools, 39 elementary schools and 2 special schools comprising the district's 61 school sites.
RANKIN CO SCHOOL DIST

With experience as a teacher, an assistant principal, and superintendent and as a parent and grandparent, he has the ability to understand the needs of a wide variety of audiences served by the school district. RCSD is the largest employer in Rankin County with almost 3,000 employees. The 18,800+ students who attend our 27 schools excel due to a dedicated faculty and staff who provide excellent leadership in the classroom. Our educators work hard to provide an outstanding education to our community's future leaders.
HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST

Curriculum is "what" is taught in our schools. It is based on the Mississippi Curriculum Frameworks for language arts, math, science, social science, physical education, and the arts. Language Arts includes reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The standards are taught using research-based instructional strategies and are presented to students in large groups, small groups, or on a tutorial basis. Instruction is "how" we teach the skills. Teachers use a variety of instructional strategies to motivate and bring children to mastery.
MADISON CO SCHOOL DIST

Welcome to the Madison County School District. We are excited that you have chosen to join one of the fastest growing, top-rated districts in the state! We strive to maintain open lines of communication between our District and the public we serve. If you have any questions or suggestions about information, please feel free to contact us at any time. The school district requires students who are seeking to enroll or are continuing enrollment in the school district to register at the school they are assigned to attend. New students will be enrolled upon proper execution of the "Affidavit Statement of Legal Residence." Continuing students who have a valid legal residence affidavit on file and whose residence has remained unchanged, will be required to file the "Declaration of Legal Residence" form.
LAMAR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

The mission of the Lamar County School District is to provide a quality education in a safe and healthy learning environment with opportunities for all students to experience success. Our students will be thriving, productive leaders who make a positive difference in their lives and the lives of others.
JACKSON CO SCHOOL DIST

The Jackson County Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or any other classification protected by Federal, State or local law. The Board is in compliance with the requirements of Title IX, Section 504, Educational Amendments of 1972, and other amendments. Employment is subject to background check, finger printing and pre-emoployment drug test results, in accordance with state law.
JONES CO SCHOOL DIST

Education is about unleashing the possibilities for students through expanding their special skills and talents, while guiding their learning according to high expectations and standards. It is also abot instructing our childre of basic moral values and beliefs as characterized by the Jones County School District Mission Statement. We are dedicated to the continuing effort of providing the best education for our students and invite you to join us in this endeavor.
VICKSBURG WARREN SCHOOL DIST
TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

This excellence is validated through seven National Blue Ribbon School recognitions, approximately 100 National Board Certified staff members and five Milken Award winners, and ACT Core Scores above the national average. For each of its 7500 Pre-K through Grade 12 students, the Tupelo Public School District provides an educational path lined with opportunities for learning success and excellence.
LEE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

The Lee County School District consists of twelve schools that serve kindergarten through twelfth grade. Schools are located in Guntown, Mooreville, Plantersville, Saltillo, Shannon, and Verona. Over 6800 students are currently enrolled in all programs offered throughout the district which employs over 850 certified and non-certified people.
PASCAGOULA SCHOOL DIST

The Pascagoula District (PSD), located in the southeast corner of Mississippi and between the cities of Gulfport / Biloxi, MS and Mobile, AL, is a public school district that houses approximately 6,900 students in 19 elementary (K-5), middle school (6 - 8), high school (9 - 12), and specialty school campuses that serve the cities of Gautier and Pascagoula, MS. Click here for a map and listing of schools. The PSD, established in 1912, has a current school budget of $78 million and employs over 1100 teachers, administrators, instructional and other support personnel.
LAUDERDALE CO SCHOOL DIST

LCSD hopes you find that the information on our website meets your needs. We want this website to keep the parents, students, and faculty of Lauderdale County on top of the latest news, information, and resources available to them. Please check back often. Throughout the LCSD website are links to external sites. These external sites contain information created and maintained by other public and private organizations and are provided for the user's convenience. LCSD does not control nor can it guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of this information. The information or opinions contained on external links do not necessarily represent the views of LCSD.
GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST

The Gulfport School District has been recognized as a SACS/CASI Quality School District and has been assigned the overall assessment level of Highly Functioning. This assessment level assignment is the highest level of accreditation and indicates that the Gulfport School District has met the accreditation requirements for the Commitment to Continuous Improvement standard.
HINDS CO SCHOOL DIST

One of the larger districts in Mississippi, the Hinds County School District encompasses 625 square miles and enrolls over 6,600 students in nine schools throughout the communities of Bolton, Byram, Edwards, Raymond, Terry and Utica. The district is accredited by the Mississippi Department of Education.
MERIDIAN PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

The Meridian Public School District has a rich history of people, facilities and events.The talent of the administrators to project the vision, the ability of the teachers and staff to make it happen in the classrooms, and the willingness of the citizens to support the schools through both finances and personal support combine to make the district's efforts at educating children successful. The Meridian Public School District has over 6,000 students in grades K-12 with more than 550 certified staff and about 500 classified staff. We are located in Meridian, MS.
GREENVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Greenville established its first public school in 1866, the year the city was rebuilt after its destruction during the Civil War. Since a separate municipal school district was created in 1884, it has been served by only eleven superintendents, all recognized for their educational leadership and innovation.
OCEAN SPRINGS SCHOOL DIST

The Ocean Springs School District is located in a suburban community of approximately 18,000 persons on the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast. Life on the Coast slows down in Ocean Springs where there is time to stroll oak-draped streets and discover secluded beaches. Ocean Springs is a community that embraces the arts and is the home of many local, state, and nationally recognized artists. The city offers a wealth of history, good Southern food, galleries, shops, beautiful bayous, and excellent schools. The district has kept pace with the residential and commercial growth of the Gulf Coast by the leadership of its five board of trustees who work to ensure that every student attends exceptional schools in a nurturing atmosphere and receives instruction from the best available educators.
BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

The elementary school your child will attend is determined by the zone in which you reside. Biloxi has one junior high school and one high school. However, if you are unsure which elementary school zone you live in, you can call the Student Services office at (228) 374-1810, extension 1125, or you can e-mail aimee.brown@biloxischools.net. Biloxi residents living north of I-10, (and south of I-10 in some areas such as Eagle Point) although now part of the city of Biloxi, do not reside in the Biloxi Public School District. These residents are in the Harrison County School District Students living in this area of the city may attend Biloxi Public Schools on a tuition basis.
LOWNDES CO SCHOOL DIST

Lowndes County Schools are committed to the students, families, and communities served. Join us as we build a strong foundation and nurture successful learners. Provide a superior educational system that challenges all students to attain their greatest intellectual, social, and personal potential.
CLINTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

Throughout the Clinton Public School District, we pursue excellence on a day to day basis, as well in long-range planning. We are currently in the process of revising our five-year strategic plan, outlining the main goals to improve on the excellence in our schools.
HATTIESBURG PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

The Hattiesburg Public School District is a model teaching and learning community that graduates productive and caring citizens who are prepared to succeed. The mission of the Hattiesburg Public School District is to educate all students to become productive citizens of a dynamic, global community.
HANCOCK CO SCHOOL DIST

The Hancock County School District is dedicated to the mission of ensuring quality educational opportunities for all students of the district. The school district is committed to the following: Strong instructional leadership High expectations for student achievement A safe and orderly school climate A systematic evaluation of student achievement In partnership with parents and the community, we envision all students as lifelong learners, problem solvers and responsible members of a global society.
SOUTH PANOLA SCHOOL DISTRICT

This South Panola School District is a diversely populated school district with the desire of blending cultures and communities through education. Our vision is to provide opportunities for educational excellence for all students. These opportunities center on academic achievement for all students.Further these opportunities should involve students in a co-curricular activities to enhance learning, develop a sense of community, and encourage support of business and community stakeholders.
COLUMBUS MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST

Our mission is to provide a quality education for every child.
GRENADA SCHOOL DIST

Our students need and deserve a solid education to enable them to compete in the global marketplace. Educational achievement provides the vehicle for success for our students and our community. GSD is committed to the quest for excellence through continual teacher training, the implementation of model practices, and constant emphasis upon individual, as well as, District-wide success. Education is the key to achievement in today’s economy. The Grenada School District has a focused goal: educational achievement to give all of our community’s children the foundation for a successful life. This year’s excellent scores are the result of our focused goal and hard work.
STARKVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

The Shared-Decision Making Committee (SDMC) is created as a means of transforming schools into communities where the major stakeholders participate constructively in major decisions that affect them. The SDMC takes on the task of reviewing the District's educational goals, objectives, and major District-wide classroom instructional programs. The committee is designed to involve professional and non-professional staff, parents, and community members in establishing academic and other performance objectives of the school for each goal adopted by the Starkville School District. In addition, the SDMC will be responsible for monitoring and approving Title I School Wide Plans. The committee will meet once a month.
SIMPSON CO SCHOOL DIST

The Simpson County School District seeks to create a challenging learning environment that encourages high expectations for success through instruction that allows for individual differences and learning styles. Our schools promote a safe, orderly, caring and supportive environment. We strive to have our parents, teachers, and community leaders actively involved in our students learning with the goal of reaching their DESTINATION: GRADUATION.
GEORGE CO SCHOOL DIST

Our motto has always been students first. Our teachers, administrators, and support staff are committed to providing a quality education for all students. Communication with parents, community members, and business leaders will help us meet the educational needs of our students. This website will hopefully bridge any gaps that might occur. We hope that you will find it user-friendly; if not, please let us know.
PEARL PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

With a staff of approximately 500, Pearl Public School District takes pride in its efforts to provide a superior level of education to a diverse population of approximately 3,800 students. Throughout its history, Pearl's academic and extracurricular programs have received numerous accolades. One of its finest was receiving the Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts in 2005. Two of the district's schools, Northside Elementary School and Pearl High School, have been recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools by the United States Department of Education. Approximately 20 percent of the certified staff is National Board Certified.
PETAL SCHOOL DIST

The Petal School District is currently soliciting applications for Shared Decision Making Council Members. The Petal School District Strategic Plan provides for a Shared Decision Making Council at the District level and one at each school level. These councils are comprised of parents, students, teachers, support staff, at-large community representatives, and administrators. The purpose of the council is to provide input into the decision-making process.
SCOTT CO SCHOOL DIST

The Scott County School District believes that all children can learn, if given an opportunity, in an atmosphere conducive to learning, provided the proper assistance is given under the direction of well-trained and well-equipped, caring professionals. We believe that it is the responsibility of educators to meet the needs of every student to the greatest degree possible. Because we believe that all children can learn, we envision that the use of technology will enhance the learning experience of each child. Using technology is a basic skill that will help students become life-long learners capable of critical thinking and problem solving. Life-long learners will have access to a technology rich environment, which will allow them to develop their maximum potential for leading productive and fulfilling lives in a complex and changing society.
OXFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT

The teachers, support staff and Board of Trustees are committed to helping students achieve at their highest levels. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the staff’s unwavering commitment to their achievement and couple it with their own hard work, persistence, and good attendance to reach their highest potential.
CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST

For over 100 years, the Cleveland School District has dedicated itself to enhancing our community by transforming the lives of the boys and girls we educate. This website provides an overview of some of the programs and services that allow us to continue our efforts to educate and empower all children to excel in the 21st century.
NATCHEZ-ADAMS SCHOOL DIST

The vision of the Office of Federal Programs is to encourage the development of Successful Schools, increase student achievement and to produce lifelong learners who are productive citizens in a global community through the use of Federal Funds.
PICAYUNE SCHOOL DIST

The district provides, in collaboration with other service providers, a full range of preschool choices. All elementary schools offer a full-day kindergarten program. Secondary students enjoy a full and rich selection of academic, vocational, and extracurricular programs. Counselors are available to guide students through their secondary studies, allowing students to meet state requirements for graduation and pursue their individual personal interests.
PONTOTOC CO SCHOOL DIST

Employing approximately 450 people, our district is one of the largest employers in Pontotoc County. Of this number, 267 are certified teachers, counselors and administrators with 50 of these teachers being National Board Certified. The district's teachers work hard to reach academic goals, train educators on best practices, and provide the students with the best educational opportunities available to fit their individual needs. School safety is the top priority of our district. Our students, parents, teachers and communities are committed to working together to maintain high standards of behavior on each campus; therefore, this district has a low number of discipline problems. We believe the students should be rewarded for this remarkable behavior. South Pontotoc was a recent recipient of the Reach Mississippi Positive Behavior grant. This grant is designed to provide funding for programs that will increase and reward positive behavior in every aspect of the school environment as well as decrease the absentee and the dropout rates. We hope to expand this program to North Pontotoc in the near future.
ITAWAMBA CO SCHOOL DIST

The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001(NCLB) requires school, district, and state report cards containing three general areas of information: school improvement, teacher qualifications, and test data. The report must contain information about the professional qualifications of teachers in core academic subject areas. Highly qualified teachers are those who satisfied the NCLB criteria during the school year. The report card must also contain achievement data for specific subgroups, two-year achievement trends, and student participation.
WAYNE CO SCHOOL DIST
MARSHALL CO SCHOOL DIST

The Marshall County School District is composed of eight schools located throughout the county on five different campuses. Marshall County is bordered by DeSoto and Tate Counties to the west, Lafayette County to the south, Benton County to the east and Shelby County (TN) to the North. The Marshall County School District offers each of its K-12 students educational corridors marked with positive and stringent opportunities to ensure their success after graduation. To learn more about the MCSD's individual schools, just click on any school link from the district's home page. The Parent-Student Handbook provides much of the essential information needed for a successful school experience for students and parents. The handbook can be viewed/printed by clicking on the "Parents" tab on the district's home page and selecting "Student Parent Handbook". We hope you, as a parent or student, find this web-site beneficial and welcome any comments you may have that would enhance the site.
ALCORN SCHOOL DIST

The employees of the Alcorn School District welcome you to our homepage. Please browse through our resource directories. If you need additional information, please contact the Alcorn School District Administrative Offices or one of our school offices, where someone will be glad to assist you. Just as our motto says, the Alcorn School District is "For EVERY Child." The children are the reason the district exists, and our employees strive daily to ensure that every child's needs are met. Feel free to contact the district office with your suggestions or ideas. We want to hear from you so that we may better serve our children, parents, and community. Thank you for supporting our children!
CANTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

The Canton Public School District is excited to announce the District has been rated “Successful”, this, after continuous hard work to increase student achievement and parental involvement and improve the climate and culture to ensure our schools have a more conducive learning environment. The Overall State Accountability Label issued by the Mississippi Department of Education, no longer rates the District “At Risk of Failing”. The “Successful” rating shows the District’s steady growth as school leaders continue striving to move the district to high performing and star status.
NESHOBA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Neshoba County School District consists of three schools: Neshoba Central Elementary, Neshoba Central Middle School, and Neshoba Central High School. The three schools are located on one campus, but in separate building complexes. The student services building, which houses the curriculum department, special services department, technology department, and transportation department, is located next to the campus in what is locally known as "The Green House" for its beautiful green color. The bus barn and maintenance office is located at the back of the campus next to the baseball and softball complex. The central office for the school district, which houses the Office of the Superintendent of Education, Assistant Superintendent, and the Business and Finance offices, is located in the Neshoba County Courthouse on the square in Philadelphia, Mississippi. The total student population for the school district is 3305.
WEST POINT SCHOOL DIST

The mission of the West Point School District is to provide an educational system characterized by innovation, individualized instruction, and shared responsibility in a safe and supportive environment. We will not compromise the quality of our educational purpose. We will not tolerate anything that diminishes the dignity of any person. We will engage in no program, course or activity that does not directly contribute to the elementary and secondary instructional program.
TISHOMINGO CO SP MUN SCH DIST
LINCOLN CO SCHOOL DIST

Lincoln County School District serves all communities of Lincoln County; each one is distinct and unique. Our local schools are responsive to this uniqueness and recognize that "one size does not fit all," by supporting our students and communities in a variety of ways. LCSD's vision is "Quality Learning for All." We adhere to the guiding philosophy of continuous improvement to achieve our mission of developing passionate learners and responsible citizens. We welcome your comments and suggestions, and hope you learn about the many wonderful things happening for students in our district.
LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST

The Long Beach School District, in accordance with the Mississippi Department of Education’s regulations and standards for gifted education programs, is committed to identifying intellectually gifted students and providing a program of enrichment that addresses their unique talents, needs, and learning styles. Recognizing the intellectual, emotional, and social needs of gifted students; as well as their potential for creativity, higher-level thinking, independent learning, and leadership; the program addresses cognitive and affective needs with a curriculum that is qualitatively different from the regular classroom.
CLARKSDALE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST

Mississippi will join 41 other states in requiring a recent Tdap vaccination for all students entering the 7th grade, beginning with the 2012-2013 school year. In order to enter school, all students entering the seventh grade must have documentation from a physician verifying that they have received a recent Tdap vaccination (at age seven or later). This includes new students, current students and transfer students in both public and private schools. Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) vaccination provides protection against whooping cough (pertussis), a highly contagious disease that can be severe or fatal, especially in very young children. Infants who are too young to be vaccinated against pertussis must be protected by ensuring that adolescents and adults around them cannot carry the disease.
LAUREL SCHOOL DISTRICT

The mission of the Laurel School District is to build a community of life-long learners by providing diverse educational opportunities. The vision of the Laurel School District shall be to provide measurable and continued student achievement, and staff accountability, within a safe and healthy environment at suitable and well maintained facilities that insures all children are lifelong learners upon graduation from the Laurel School District.
PEARL RIVER CO SCHOOL DIST

My vision for this school district is simple. We want to take the PRC School District to the top of the state rankings. We want to take our schools from Successful and High Performing status to the Star School status. I look forward to the day when other schools in this great state are using the PRC School District as a model for success.

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