MISSISSIPPI COLLECTIVE
Join a network of action-oriented Mississippians under 40 who are speaking out in support of our public schools.
Issues Affecting Public Schools
School Funding
2008 was the last year that Mississippi public schools were fully funded according to state law.
Privatization
Corporate profits and private interests drive much of the “education reform” agenda.
Student Achievement
Positive trends in student achievement are evident in school ratings, national scores, and other measures.
Early Childhood
Expanding the availability of quality early learning experiences is key to moving Mississippi forward.
Charter Schools
Mississippi limits charter schools to high-quality, not-for-profit charter organizations in certain school districts.
COVID-19
Coronavirus is continually changing the landscape of public education in Missississppi.
Legislative Analysis
Action-oriented
What is the goal? Transforming our state into the Mississippi we all want and deserve.
Under 40
A network of young professionals.
Public School Supporters
Fighting for pre-k for every child, fully funded public schools, salaries that attract and retain good teachers, and keeping public dollars in public schools.