Week of Events
Studies Summer Enrichment Academy
June 3 - July 27
Mark your calendars for the Institute for Disability Studies Summer Enrichment Academy! In-person options in Hattiesburg and Long Beach. There will also be a virtual option. This year's theme is Star Wars: "Be the force in your career! May your skills be with you!"
FREE SUMMER CAMP
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Summer is almost here, which could mean summer camp for the kids.
The Hattiesburg Police Athletic League (PAL) will offer a free day camp for children, ages 8 to 12, from June 3 to July 12.
The six-week PAL summer camp program offers kids the opportunity to learn new skills; participate in physical activities, like basketball and baseball; and build relationships with their peers and local officers.
Those looking to apply can visit the Ben McNair Recreation Center, located at 300 N. 12th Avenue, during the following days and times this week:
▪️ Monday, May 13: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪️ Tuesday, May 14: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
▪️ Wednesday, May 15: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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.
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.
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.
Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee Meeting
Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee Meeting
MAAC is tasked with writing a report to the legislature outlining any roadblocks that exist that prevent meaningful progress.
Board of Mental Health Meeting
Board of Mental Health Meeting
The Department of Mental Health Regular Board meeting will be held in person on June 19, 2025, at 9:00 am.
CCDF 2025 2027 Triennial State Plan Public Hearing
CCDF 2025 2027 Triennial State Plan Public Hearing
The Department of Human Services will host its CCDF 2025 2027 Triennial State Plan Public Hearing Virtually on June 19th, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Board of Mental Health Meeting
Board of Mental Health Meeting
The Department of Mental Health Board Committee meetings will be held before the Board meeting. The full Board will begin at 9 a.m.
Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
This hour is open for any family member to drop in to ask questions or get feedback about IEP issues and other school situations.
A Taste of Cafés: Like Riding a Bike (Dad’s Café)
A Taste of Cafés: Like Riding a Bike (Dad’s Café)
Helping your child learn how to ride a bike is about encouraging them and helping them up when they fall. Success in life is just like riding a bike: having someone to cheer you on and help you up when you stumble can make a difference. Join us as we celebrate fathers’ presence in the lives of their children.
Community Outreach and Engagement Training
Community Outreach and Engagement Training
Families as Allies is training interested parents & caregivers to help with outreach in communities across MS. This training will focus on outreach at conferences & events, presenting to community groups about FAA, & supporting families with school & other types of meetings within communities.
Virtual NAMI Peer-to-Peer (NAMI Central Mississippi)
Virtual NAMI Peer-to-Peer (NAMI Central Mississippi)
NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, 8-session course for adults living with mental health challenges. Sessions held on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-noon.