COJ Summer Feed Program
June 10 - July 12 from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
To ensure no child goes hungry this summer, the City of Jackson hosts a Summer Feeding Program for Jackson residents aged 0 to 18. The program will be in operation from June 10th to July 12th and will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Meals will be served from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Teaming and Collaborating Part 2: Family Members Working with Other Team Members
The quality of relationships and interactions between parents and professionals on IFSP or IEP teams affects the success of the team to achieve desired outcomes for the child.
Join us to learn how to work with parents and/or professionals in ways that will assist with communication and conflict resolution.
Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
Join other parents for a monthly meeting and online gathering to coach and support other parents in any system.
The Mississippi disAbility MegaConference
The Mississippi disAbility MegaConference is Mississippi’s largest cross-disability conference for people with disabilities, families, students, and professionals.
Transform recovery with CRAFT: Positive Reinforcement Approach!
Allies in Recovery uses CRAFT: Community Reinforcement and Family Training a scientifically proven alternative approach to Al-Anon, for families struggling with the addiction of a loved one. It draws on the principles of positive reinforcement. Family members will get concrete suggestions based on sound psychological principles and essential self-care skills.
Positively Impacting Addiction by Training and Empowering the Family
Allies in Recovery uses CRAFT: Community Reinforcement and Family Training a scientifically proven alternative approach to Al-Anon, for families struggling with the addiction of a loved one. It draws on the principles of positive reinforcement. Family members will get concrete suggestions based on sound psychological principles and essential self-care skills.
Free Spring Break Youth Leadership Camp!
Our free summer camp for ages 12-19 on June 17-21st will enhance students’ ability to assess real-life situations and learn to make positive choices. Camp will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Christ United Jackson – 6000 Old Canton Road, Jackson MS.
2024 Mississippi Early Childhood Education Conference
Uniting early childhood educators from around the state to connect, collaborate and improve early learning environments for every child.
Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee Meeting
MAAC is tasked with writing a report to the legislature outlining any roadblocks that exist that prevent meaningful progress.
Time is Right Special Education Conference
MDE’s Office of Special Education (OSE) will host the Time is Right Special Education Conference June 19-21, 2024, at the Jackson Hilton. The conference will feature fantastic speakers and breakouts to support anyone who impacts students with disabilities. There will be sessions for administrators, families, all teachers, early childhood, CTE, and service providers. Participants can earn up to 1.2 CEU credits, 10 SEMI credits, and/or 1 OSL upon MDE approval.