Empower Mississippi

Mississippi charter schools continue to deliver strong results for students.

Five of Mississippi's six charter schools with third-grade students outperformed their local district on the initial literacy assessment.

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Charter Schools Outperform Districts on 3rd Grade Reading Test Initial Results - Empower Mississippi The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has released results of the initial administration of the 2026 third-grade reading assessment, and five of the six Mississippi charter schools with third-grade students outperformed their local school district. This assessment process is often referred t...

This past week, we were proud to celebrate JoEllen Talley’s high school graduation, a milestone shaped by resilience, love, and a family committed to finding the right educational path for her needs.

Thanks in part to the Mississippi Education Scholarship Account (ESA) Program, she was able to access the resources and school environments that helped her flourish.

This fall, she will begin her next chapter at Mississippi College, where she will also be part of the cheer team, and we are incredibly excited for her future.

School Highlight: Ivy Greene Academy

On the final day of , we celebrated the incredible educators at Ivy Greene Academy for their dedication to hands-on learning, creativity, and helping students grow both academically and personally.
Founded by Donna Akers, Ivy Greene Academy is committed to creating meaningful learning experiences that empower students to thrive.
Thank you, teachers, for the impact you make every day!

School Highlight: Hillcrest Christian School

Today, we continued celebrating with teachers at Hillcrest Christian School to show appreciation for the love, dedication, and impact they bring every day.

Hillcrest Christian School is a Christ-centered, college-preparatory school serving students in the Jackson area with a focus on academic excellence and faith-based learning.
Thank you teachers!

School Highlight: Unlimited Dreams

Unlimited Dreams is a microschool in Laurel dedicated to supporting students and families across the community. Founded by Dr. Amanda Cooley, the school provides an environment where students can rediscover confidence, purpose, and opportunity through educational freedom.

Having served more than 40 students, with graduates now pursuing college and meaningful careers, Unlimited Dreams continues to show what’s possible when students are given the support they need to thrive.