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SUMMARY:Literacy Meeting for K-3 Families (Jackson)
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Department of Education \nThe Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) is hosting a series of regional literacy meetings for families of public-school students in kindergarten through grade 3. These sessions provide an overview of assessments and requirements under the Literacy‑Based Promotion Act\, often called the third‑grade reading gate. \nEach meeting will share practical strategies families can use to help children become strong readers a skill essential for success in grade 4 and beyond. \nFamilies of K–3 students are encouraged to attend the session most convenient for them. No registration is required. All sessions run from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. \nSchedule: \n\nTuesday\, Sept. 22 – Jackson – Boyd Elementary School\, 4531 Broadmeadow St.\, Jackson\nMonday\, Sept. 28 – Horn Lake – Horn Lake Intermediate School\, 6585 Horn Lake Rd.\, Horn Lake\n\nFor questions\, reach out to MDE’s Regional Literacy Coordinators: \n\nAimee Hawkins — ahawkins@mdek12.org\nSummeral Newman — summeral.newman@mdek12.org\n\nAdditional reading resources are available at strongreaders.com. Together\, we’ve got this!
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SUMMARY:Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Families as Allies \nThis group focuses on understanding current policy issues and also opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making committees. Leadership training graduates are strongly encouraged to attend\, but the meetings are open to anyone who is interested in learning more about policy. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leadership-coaching-and-policy-discussion-41/
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SUMMARY:National Day of Remembrance for Homicide Victims
DESCRIPTION:Grant Me Justice \nThe National Day of Remembrance for Homicide Victims is a time to honor the lives of those taken by homicide\, stand alongside the families and friends who continue to grieve\, and raise awareness of the lasting impact of violent crime. Hosted by Grant Me Justice\, this annual community gathering offers a space for remembrance\, hope\, healing\, and connection through inspiring speakers\, heartfelt tributes\, music\, and the lighting of candles in memory of loved ones. Together\, we remember every life\, honor every story\, and reaffirm our commitment to supporting survivors and building safer communities. \nRegister here>> \n 
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