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SUMMARY:Public Comment Period: EI 2025-2026 Grant Application Draft
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi’s Early Intervention \nMississippi’s Early Intervention (First Steps) program is seeking public comments on its 2025-2026 Grant Application before it is submitted to the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). \nSubmit Your Comments: Send your feedback to firststepsearlyintervention@msdh.ms.gov by April 21! \nYou can view the EI Grant Application Here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/public-comment-period-ei-2025-2026-grant-application-draft/
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SUMMARY:Week of the Young Child Kick-Off Call
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Early Learning Alliance \nJoin MELA as they celebrate Week of the Young Child (WOYC) with a special kickoff event! \nWOYC is a time to recognize the vital role early learning plays in a child’s development. This kickoff event will feature the official proclamation of the celebration and exciting highlights of upcoming activities planned throughout the week. \nLet’s celebrate young learners and the educators\, families\, and community members who support them! \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/week-of-the-young-child-kick-off-call/
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SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators\, and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, and local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 noon. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-51/
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SUMMARY:Better Communication\, Stronger Connections: Building Family Engagement in Special Education
DESCRIPTION:National Association for Family\, School\, and Community Engagement \nIn this fast-paced session\, we will discuss the transformative power of family engagement and great communication in Special Education. \nRegister here>> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/better-communication-stronger-connections-building-family-engagement-in-special-education/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:What’s a Café? Come Find Out!
DESCRIPTION:Be Strong Families \nThe mission\, should you embrace it\, involves shaping young lives while juggling responsibilities\, emotions\, and unpredictability. It’s about being a guide\, a cheerleader\, a disciplinarian\, and a source of comfort. Despite the sleepless nights\, tantrums\, and self-doubt\, the rewards—seeing your child grow\, learn\, and thrive—make every moment worth it. In this mission\, perfection isn’t the goal; persistence and love are the keys to success. And though the journey is not always smooth\, it’s undeniably one of the most important and fulfilling missions you’ll ever undertake. Your mission will be daunting yet rewarding if you choose to accept it. This mission is a challenge that requires patience\, adaptability\, and unconditional love. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/whats-a-cafe-come-find-out/
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Early Childhood Development Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Early Childhood Development Coalition \nJoin the Mississippi Early Childhood Development Coalition to connect\, collaborate\, and plan for the future.  \nWe look forward to a meaningful conversation and collective progress.  \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-early-childhood-development-coalition/
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SUMMARY:Annual South JXN Parade
DESCRIPTION:Association of South Jackson Neighborhoods \nJoin the Association of South Jackson Neighborhoods (ASJN) for the Annual South Jackson Parade on Saturday\, April 12\, 2025!  The parade starts at 9 AM from the Little Caesars parking lot on McDowell Rd and concludes at Cordoza Middle School. \nPost-Parade Fun: Stick around for festivities and a vibrant fun zone at Cordoza Middle School\, located at 3180 McDowell Rd Ext.\, Jackson\, MS. \nGet Involved: Vendors\, bands\, dance/cheer groups\, and more are welcome to participate! \nFor more information\, contact:\nErnest Ward – 601-201-3020\nJohnny Byrd – 601-720-9965
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/annual-south-jxn-parade/
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SUMMARY:Bloom and Grow Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Early Childhood Association (MsECA) and United Way of Southeastern Mississippi  \nJoin MsECA for a Special Needs Resource Fair & Training Event! \nThe Mississippi Early Childhood Association (MsECA) and United Way of Southeastern Mississippi are partnering to host “Bloom and Grow Family Fun Day\,” a training and resource fair for children with all abilities. \nParents and educators of children with special needs are especially encouraged to attend. Attendees will have access to training\, free developmental screenings\, and vendors providing valuable resources for families and early childhood providers. \nDate: Saturday\, April 12\nTime: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nLocation: Parkway Heights United Methodist Church\, Hattiesburg\, MS\nCost: FREE & Open to the Public! \nThis event is a fantastic opportunity for parents\, caregivers\, and early childhood providers to access expert guidance and practical tools in a friendly\, community-driven environment. \nDon’t miss out—join us for a day of learning\, support\, and fun!
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