Mississippi Rural Education Association - MSREA

Congratulations to educator of the month Gloria McDuffy! 🍎

What makes her a standout teacher?

“Gloria believes that Mississippi represents resilience and perseverance … Gloria believes all students can succeed at a higher level and are capable of growth," Bradley Long of the Mississippi Rural Education Association said.

We're looking for the next educator of the month! Nominate an educator here: https://ow.ly/Thav50ZC48O

Sign up for our bi-weekly education newsletter The Learning Curve to know when your educator is featured: https://ow.ly/OURO50ZC49h

Registration is now open! FREE PD FOR TEACHERS!
Registration Link: https://conference-preps.talentlms.com/index/signup?utm_source=chatgpt.com A Virtual Learning Opportunity - Teachers can earn up to 2.0 FREE CEUS!

NREA members get benefits year-round, and now they save on their registration! New members joining today can also use the discount. 🎉 Learn more and register here: https://cvent.me/nLE24v

Mississippi kids, we want to see your art!

We’re inviting students in Kindergarten through 8th grade across Mississippi to share their creativity, experiences, and dreams through original artwork inspired by one of our four prompts.

Students should also include a sentence with their artwork, such as “I love Mississippi because…”, “Mississippi is special because…”, or “I am proud to be from Mississippi because…”

We can’t wait to see Mississippi through the eyes of our youngest artists! Artwork is due September 18, 2026. See the graphic for prompts and submission details.

Questions? Email [email protected]

📢 Calling all rural education leaders and changemakers!

Looking to connect, grow, and gain fresh strategies? Don’t miss the 2026 National Forum to Advance Rural Education—October 19–21 in San Antonio, TX.

We hope you'll join us for our MSREA presentation on 10/19!

Register now👉

Home - 2026 National Forum to Advance Rural Education The National Forum to Advance Rural Education is one of the nation’s premier gatherings dedicated to addressing the distinct challenges and opportunities facing rural schools and communities. The Forum convenes a national network of K–12 and higher education leaders, district and school administ...

Teachers, we have free classroom resources for you like the My Mississippi Coloring Book or the Guide to the Magnolia State!📚🍎 Contact [email protected] to request your copies, or download these publications at the link below👇

✏️ https://www.sos.ms.gov/communications-publications

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• 3 Graduate Credit Hours
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Invest in your professional growth while renewing your educator license. We look forward to serving you as you continue making a difference in the lives of Mississippi students.

"Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established." — Proverbs 16:3

UPDATE: We have reached capacity for the event. Please contact our office at 601-984-5010 to inquire about any cancellations.

Do you know a high school junior or senior interested in a healthcare career?

Encourage them to attend Exploring Health Care Pathways at the University of Mississippi Medical Center!

Register today: umc.edu/represent

Please share with a student, parent, teacher, or counselor!

Hear it from a grantee. 💬

"The NEA Foundation's Student Success Grant has been instrumental in shaping who I am as a teacher and educator. Further, it has created endless opportunities for children to see the role of math in their world every day." - Jennifer, New York

Your idea could be next. Apply today.

🔗 https://www.neafoundation.org/educator-grants-and-fellowships/student-success-grants/