Mission

We believe that a quality education starts with a well-equipped teaching and administrative staff.  To support this goal and Dr. Burnham’s vision for the MDE, our focus is to provide all school personnel with research-based professional development infused with nationally recognized “best practices” and training theories.

Focus Areas

Recruit and retain an experienced, quality team at the Mississippi Department of Education to provide state leadership to accelerate student learning in Mississippi.

Ensure that we have quality teachers in every classroom. 

Ensure that we have quality leaders in every school and district. 

Provide rigorous high quality curriculum and assessment program that accelerates student learning. 

Build and enhance a positive perception of public education in Mississippi.