Here’s a reminder to reserve dates on your calendar for the MASS/ALLIANCE Winter Conference Jan. 21-24 at Hilton Jackson. Our theme paints a clear picture of the importance of your participation: “Sound the Alarms: The Future of Public Education is at Risk.”
It’s not a coincidence that this annual event coincides with the start of the legislative session. We can expect the roster of recently reelected and newly elected state leaders to address many issues that affect public education, including school choice.
With so much on the line, it’s our responsibility to be knowledgeable, engaged and prepared to take action. The districts and communities we represent are counting on us to understand the issues affecting the future of public education and to be effective advocates for students and schools.
One critical aspect of any public education system is its connection to workforce development and seeing that students have the foundation they need for rewarding futures. During the conference, we’ll take a closer look at career and technical education programs and how they’re helping new generations of Mississippians find pathways to success.
Offering high-quality CTE programs that respond to the needs of today’s employers is one of many ways we’re preparing students for the future. We have many strengths to build on, and new opportunities to explore, as we work together to strengthen public education in Mississippi.
Register for the Winter Conference here: https://www.superintendents.ms/events/winter.phtml
Phillip G Burchfield
Executive Director
MS School Superintendents
MS Public Schools
School Disctricts
Public School Students
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As a leading advocate for quality public education, the Mississippi Association of School Superintendents provides a comprehensive set of professional learning opportunities that equip educational administrators to inspire students to reach their fullest potential every day.
Dr. Mario Willis
P. O. Box 128
Dr. J. Bradley Brumfield
814 Morse Ave.
Dr. Irene Walton Turnage
840 Highway 178 E.
Dr. Jay Smith
1036 Jaguar Trail
Mr. Christopher Kent
P. O. Box 605January 21 - 24, 2024
Hilton Jackson
1001 East County Line Road
Jackson, MS 39211
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As a member of MASS, I am not alone. The network of MASS members is a professional resource in itself that provides me with best practices and support in leading my district. As we enter these unprecedented times of educating children, MASS is providing me with timely information in weekly webinars with experts and professionals that assist me in building a plan for our schools. While leading in challenging times, we are not leading alone. MASS is with us through it all.
The MASS organization exemplifies what an educational organization should be: committing itself to growing school leaders professionally, creating a network among its members and leadership for support, and investing in the continual success of children in each district of the state. MASS has offered me multiple avenues of professional growth through its relevant conferences, but more importantly, it provides a network of colleagues to help me navigate the superintendency and to improve the education for children in my district.
As a new superintendent a few years ago, I found the leadership of MASS to be invaluable as I learned to navigate on the road of the superintendency. Participating in the monthly sessions with my fellow colleagues provided me with a team that I can call anytime to face the challenges of leading a school district. Being a part of MASS also affords me life-long friendships beyond the superintendency. As we collectively work to meet the needs of students in Mississippi, I am honored to be a member of an organization that not only focuses on the professional growth of superintendents. It also focuses on the development of school and district personnel through webinars and its annual conferences.
MASS started the mentorship program and new superintendent’s network during my first year as a superintendent. I must say this program jumpstarted my career in the positive direction and guided me through my entire first year.
MASS has been a great service provider for many years. I have known them for a longtime and they have always been a valued partner when it comes to building greater accountability in public education.
Since 2008, I have had the opportunity to attend all Summer and Winter Mississippi Association of School Superintendents' conferences. In addition, I have attended many professional opportunities sponsored by MASS over this same period. Regardless of whether I attended as a principal, assistant superintendent, or superintendent, I always experienced tremendous professional growth from each session or meeting. I am grateful to MASS for each of these opportunities and proudly serve as a member of the board of directors for the premier educational organization in the state.
As a newcomer to MASS, I am encouraged by the organization’s steps to equip its members. Resources such as the webinar series add great value and offer insights that help us do our job even better.