MDE Updates

Pathways to Success

November 2011 APA Board Item

VE State Board Policy Revisions and Deletions (Final Approval)

8205-9201, 8201, 8204, 8207, 8213, 8302, 8401, 8402, 8403, 8500, 8801, 9000, 9202, 9205

Vision
The Office of Vocational Education and
Workforce Development provides Keys to Your Future by developing and implementing research-based instructional programs that meet the needs of a changing workforce and promote economic development. All vocational and technical education programs will reflect national and/or accreditation standards.

Mission
The Office of Vocational Education and
Workforce Development will continue to prepare students to meet the needs of the 21st century workplace by: enhancing the performance of local vocational teachers/administrators; maintaining partnerships with business/industry and legislators to improve economic development; assessing/upgrading quality and success in student skills; working "outside of the box" with innovative strategies to improve programs; and communicating accomplishments to the citizens of Mississippi.

OVE & WD Offices

 
Bureau of Compliance and Reporting

Bureau of Instructional Development

Contact Information:

Jean Massey
Associate State Superintendent
jmassey@mde.k12.ms.us

Central High School Building
359 North West Street
P.O. Box 771
Jackson, MS 39205

Phone: 601.359.3090
Phone: 601.359.3465
Fax: 601.359.6619