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Pontotoc's schools fully staffed, ready for the new year
Www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-07-24 18:48:40. SUMMARY: The Pontotoc City School District in Mississippi is fully staffed for the upcoming school year, having hired over 40 new employees. Superintendent Phil Webb emphasized their extensive recruitment efforts, including job fairs and promoting teacher assistants to certified positions. New roles have also been created, such as a full-time dyslexia therapist and additional teacher assistants. The district has successfully filled vacancies with former employees, alumni, and locals. With the first day of school set for August 2nd, the district feels well-prepared for the new academic year.
SKILLED TO WORK: Local efforts address trades gap for youth employment
Ross Collins Career and Technical Center is open to students of Meridian High School, all four county high schools, and students in home schools and private schools. "If they want to do this and come to Ross Collins and learn a trade, they will be successful," Matt Johnson, Ross Collins Career and Technical Center director said.
THE ART OF BAND: School addresses music programs as national traveling corps visits
There are many forms of education in school, and Southeast High School is adding a major focus on the education of Art, more specifically the art of band, as the school hosted the Cavaliers Band Corps, as one of their stops as they travel and prepare for competition. The Cavaliers...
Mississippi Children’s Museum receives support for afterschool program
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Children’s Museum (MCM) received support from the R.V. Powers and Robert E. Lake Foundations, as the museum prepares for the fourth year of continuing the innovative afterschool program. The Launch into Learning program serves more than 100 students from Jackson Public Schools (JPS) and 30 students from Meridian Public Schools, with […]
Meridian Symphony Orchestra: Upcoming Season and Education & Outreach Events
Www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-07-26 15:24:12. SUMMARY: The Radian Symphony Orchestra, led by Car Purpose, is gearing up for its 64th season starting September 14th. This year introduces the Syona series, featuring smaller orchestras performing at community venues like the Max and Copeland Center. Highlights include traditional favorites, a spotlight on Jimmy Rogers, and the return of the Symphony League to engage youth. An outreach initiative will offer free community performances at Evangel Temple on February 21, 2025, with various activities for children. Additionally, a Mardi Gras-themed gala, the Gumbo Gala, will take place on March 1. Tickets and information are available online.
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