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Upcoming Events:

Heart Work Series: Am I Just Another Number? Healing-centered Re-unification for Young People who are Justice-impacted

October 15

Meets Tuesdays in October

In each session, you’ll hear from national and international leaders working on the frontlines of youth justice who are championing healing-centered approaches.

Special Education Advisory Panel Meeting

October 16

The Special Education Advisory Panel will meet on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. via zoom.

Understanding the Law: Special Education

October 16

Educators and administrators struggle with the ever-changing dynamics of special education requirements. The Carey Institute for Excellence is hosting a one-day seminar on October 16, with attorney Ms. KaShonda Day, an experienced educational law practitioner.

Is your child in crisis?

If you’re worried about the safety of your child or the safety of others around your child, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health has certified, 24/7 in-person crisis response services around the state that you can call at 1-877-210-8513

You can also call 9-1-1 for emergencies.

Have a concern about your child?

If you’re a parent or someone raising a child and you have a concern, you can now call our Parent Concern Line at 601-608-7525 to get help and resources.  

Issues with your child's school?

If your child has been sent home from school or you’re having other problems with your school or district, we have resources to help you learn more about your rights and people you can partner with to exercise those rights. 

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Learn More About Families As Allies:

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We Understand.

Do you get constant calls from the school about your child's behavior? Are you worried about your young child's development?

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Let's Partner.

Do you work with families?
Do you want to make sure your services are helpful?
 

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Let's Work Together.

Are you a researcher, agency administrator or policy maker who wants to understand what would most help families and children?

From Our Blog...

Drew Snyder Mississippi Department of Medicaid
From the Executive Director

With Best Wishes to Drew Snyder

[photo by Tate Nations/courtesy Mississippi Development Authority] On October 9, Governor Tate Reeves announced that Drew Snyder is stepping down as the Mississippi Division of Medicaid Director after serving since 2018. Drew

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