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National History Teacher of the Year Award

Nominate a middle and high school teachers (7-12) teacher for the annual $10,000 National History Teacher of the Year Award, given to the best American history teacher in the United States.

To nominate a teacher and learn more about the award, visit www.gilderlehrman.org/nhtoy or contact the National History Teacher of the Year coordinator at nhtoy@gilderlehrman.org or 646-366-9666, x28. You may also contact the Mississippi State Coordinator at jheintz@msms.k12.ms.us or 662 329 7360.

Spring into Science, Spring Break Day-Camp

Educators, please inform students and parents about our four day jam-packed adventure through the world of science March 13-16. Each day we will focus on a different theme that will teach children about recycling, gravity, centrifugal force, chemistry and so much more! Parents or guardians of children in first through fifth grades can register for “Spring into Science” camp on our website or by calling 601.981.5469.

Snowy Day-Snow Science field trips Now through February 28

This field trip will bring you inside the Museum to discover a winter wonderland of learning. Bring your students into the Museum for a story time with Ezra Jack Keats’ timeless book, The Snowy Day and then learn a little about the science of snowflakes. After this instructional classroom program, enjoy some educational play time in each of the Museum’s five galleries.

Tinker with...Tuesdays Begins Tuesday, February 7

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) are important to early learning. The Mississippi Children’s Museum wants to introduce early learners to these important fields of study through and exciting, engaging and hands on program called Tinker with… Tuesdays every Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. in World at Work. February Tinker with...Tuesdays Schedule

February 7 – Lemon Juice Rockets-Move It! Learning about forces and energy
February 14 – Marshmallow Tower-Build It!
February 21 – Make an egg float-Learn about water and density!
February 28 – Newspaper chairs-Design It!

Health In Action Lesson Plan Website

play Health In Action is a helpful on-line lesson plan website for educators who are seeking health and physical education activities. Offered by the Office of Healthy Schools and funded by the Bower Foundation, these lesson plans were written by Mississippi teachers. This easy-to-use site will help fulfill the requirements of the Healthy Students Act and support academic achievement through integrated instruction. With capabilities to search, re-sort, and print activities at your convenience, Health In Action is your one-stop source for activities that you and your students will enjoy. Log on to: www.healthyschoolsms.org/healthinaction.html.

2012 Mississippi Administrator of the Year Program

We encourage each superintendent to take advantage of a wonderful opportunity to honor the achievement and performance of an outstanding leader. Please read the attached memo and download the entire application packet for your 2012 Mississippi Administrator of the Year district nominee and mail it to MDE by February 14, 2012. If you have any questions or need additional information, please email Gail Gettis at ggettis@mde.k12.ms.us or call the Teacher Center at 601.359.3631. For more information, please see the following attachments. Memo to Superintendents,  2012 AOY Application and 2012 AOY Form

If you have questions concerning Health In Action, contact Christine Philley - cphilley@mde.k12.ms.us or call 601-359-1737.

2012 Butler-Cooley Excellence in Teaching Award

The Turnaround Management Association will award two K-12 teachers a $5,000 cash stipend and cover transportation and lodging (up to $1,000) for the TMA 2012 Annual Convention, November 1–3, at the Westin Copley Place, Boston, Massachusetts. TMA, an industry group for corporate restructuring specialists who help troubled businesses, is accepting entries through May 1. Established in 2004 with a grant from the John Wm. Butler Foundation Inc., the Butler-Cooley Excellence in Teaching Awards Program honors teachers who have demonstrated their capacity to change the outcome of students’ lives and communities where they teach. For guidelines, entry instructions and summaries of previous winners, click here.

Tupelo Elvis Presley Fan Club $5,000.00 Music Scholarship

One deserving SENIOR will win a FIVE Thousand Dollar Music Scholarship. Two alternates will receive $500 Music Scholarships

The Mississippi Bar’s Young Lawyers Division’s Lawyer in Every Mississippi Classroom Program

Do you and your students want to learn more about courtroom procedures, youth court or people’s individual rights?

This program, sponsored by The Mississippi Bar Young Lawyers Division, offers you a chance to have a legal resource person come to your classroom anytime during Spring 2012. Any teacher (Kindergarten through 12th Grade) is invited to have a lawyer visit for one class period. Topics available are listed on the form. Sign up soon using this form and an attorney will coordinate with your class schedule in the Spring 2012. Click on the form below for more information
http://www.msbar.org/admin/spotimages/2433.pdf

REQUEST FOR the Mattie C. Stewart Choice Bus (A Powerful Dropout Prevention Tool)

The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) through the Office of Dropout Prevention and Compulsory School Attendance Enforcement in conjunction with State Farm Insurance is in the process of developing a calendar for the spring term to solicit school districts who are interested in having the ‘Choice Bus’ come visit and present in their school district.

Written requests for the Choice Bus should be sent to: Mrs. Toni Kersh -  Mississippi Department of Education,  Office of Dropout Prevention and Compulsory School Attendance Enforcement  E-mail: tkersh@mde.k12.ms.us Fax: 601-576-3504.

Governor Phil Bryant Announces the Page Program

The Governor's Page Program provides an opportunity for high school students to spend a week in Jackson during the regular Legislative session and learn of the roles and functions of state government. Each week, Pages will assist employees with various tasks related to the ongoing Legislative session. In addition to their daily responsibilities, Pages will have the opportunity to attend press conferences, tour the State Capitol, the Governor’s Mansion, participate in service projects, and meet Governor Bryant.

For more information and to apply please click on the links below. 2012 Session Page Program Outline, 2012 Page Application

MDOT Launches Poster Contest to Promote Kids Riding Bikes

frog The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is partnering with Saris Cycling Group (SCG), a manufacturer of bicycle racks and cycling training products, to launch a poster contest aimed at getting fifth graders to think about the benefits of riding a bicycle.  The contest is challenging fifth-grade students to create a poster around the theme, “Bicycling takes me places!” The purpose of the contest is to promote youth riding bicycles as part of an active lifestyle.

The deadline to submit entries to MDOT is Thursday, March 1, 2012.

 To learn more about the SCG Poster Contest or to participate contact Cookie Leffler, MDOT Safe Routes to School Coordinator, at cleffler@mdot.state.ms.us or 601-359-1454. Also visit www.sariscyclinggroup.com/postercontest. Click the link for more information:  Poster Contest Flyer

Clinton Junior High Gets $1,000 Wellness Grant

Clinton Junior High’s health and wellness efforts are
getting a big boost from the Southeast United Dairy Industry Association.

The school was notified this month that it is receiving a $1,000 grant for the Fuel Up to Play 60 program. CJHS has used the FUTP60 program in recent years to promote healthy eating and exercise habits among its students.

U.S. Senate Youth Program

Cochran & Wicker Congratulate Students Picked for Washington Program & Scholarships

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker (R-Miss) today announced that Elizabeth Wicks of Ocean Springs and Michael Wilkerson of Wilkinson County have been selected to represent Mississippi at the 50th annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) Washington Week this spring.

Jobs For Mississippi's Graduates Program Grant

JMG Winner Jobs for Mississippi Graduates’ Program at Hazlehurst High School received grant for $157,200 from Lowe’s.

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Milken Award Winner

Milken Winner Michelle Brister, a sixth grade math teacher from Lovett Elementary School, is the latest Mississippian to receive a $25,000 unrestricted financial award from the Milken Family Foundation National Educator Awards-during a surprise notification event today.

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Teacher Inducted into the Hall of Fame

A Columbus teacher was among five inducted into the Mississippi Hall of Master Teachers at Mississippi University for Women Friday.

Dennis Reed teaches physics and chemistry at the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science. He is national board certified and a 22-year veteran of the classroom.

Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching

The Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) is the highest recognition that a kindergarten through 12 th grade mathematics or science teacher may receive for outstanding teaching in the United States. During the 2011-2012 school year, administrators, fellow teachers, and parents can nominate an elementary (Grades K-6) teacher for the award. Teachers may also self-nominate to apply. Online nomination forms and eligibility requirements are available at www.paemst.org . Secondary school teachers (Grades 7-12) are eligible to apply during the 2012-2013 school year. For more information, please contact Lakechia Grant at (601)359-2586 or lgrant@mde.k12.ms.us

National Missing Children's Day Ceremony

missing children poster Annually, the Department of Justice sponsors a national poster contest for 5th grade students to promote awareness of missing children. The national winner, along with his or her teacher and parents, will be flown to Washington, D.C. to attend the National Missing Children's Day Ceremony, on or around May 23, 2012. Entries must be postmarked by February 10, 2012, to be judged in the state competition. Click here to visit our website for more info or contact Mike Murry at 601.359.1816, email mcurry@mde.k12.ms.us.