The federal government has been shut down since October 1 because Democratic and Republican lawmakers in Congress cannot agree on a budget. On October 24, 2025, the Mississippi Department of Human Services…
October is Bullying Prevention Month. Here is some updated bullying information we originally shared in November 2023. Bullying is against the law in Mississippi on school property, at any school-sponsored…
On July 23, 2025, the US Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs issued its review of Mississippi's special education system. The report outlines items that Mississippi should implement for…
We encourage anyone interested in services for mental illness and substance-use disorders to attend the Mississippi Joint Planning and Advisory Council virtually or in person on August 14, from 10 a.m. to noon. All…
On July 24, 2025 President Trump issued an Executive Order entitled ENDING CRIME AND DISORDER ON AMERICA'S STREETS. We encourage you to read President Trump's Executive Order and consider its effect…
On July 14, 2025, the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH) posted its proposed 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Centers rules with the Mississippi Secretary of State. The public can…
Update 6/27/25: The link to the board email referenced below now works. That email is BoardMentalHealth@dmh.ms.gov. On Tuesday, June 24, Wendy Bailey, executive director of the Mississippi Department of Mental…
This week, we are sharing information about proposed changes at the federal level that could affect your family. We want you to have this information so you can reach out…
On May 20, Secretary of State Michael Watson issued a notice of public comment hearing to establish the Mississippi Department of Education's (MDE's) "Compliance with State Law Regarding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion…
Join the Juvenile Justice Town Hall Series for a powerful and collaborative event focused on creating solutions for juvenile justice in our Hinds County community this Saturday, June 14, from…