
EAST MISSISSIPPI CENTER
FOR EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT















MDE Approved Administrator
SEMI and OSL Trainings:
Strengthening Instruction
January 20-21, 2027
MSU-Meridian
The Strengthening Instruction module provides proven tools for instructionally-focused leadership. Participants who complete this training will:
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Understand the implementation of High-Quality Instructional Materials
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Engage in the essential components of a Multi-Tiered System of Support
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Improve all Students' access to learning through Inclusive Leadership
Strengthening Schools
February 23-24, 2027
MSU-Meridian
The Strengthening Schools module focuses on levers for leading continuous school improvement. Participants who complete this training will:
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Apply Accreditation standards as tools for improvement
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Calculate sample elementary and secondary school Accountability Ratings
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Understand the criteria for School Improvement Identification and Exit
Strengthening Teams
June 1-2, 2027
MSU-Meridian
The Strengthening Teams module engages leaders as team builders within school communities. Participants who complete this training will:
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Complete the MDE required Professional Growth System training(NEW case study and NEW PGS standards for administrators)
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Explore productive strategies for strengthening School Culture
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Develop effective skills for coaching impactful Professional LEarning Communities
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Practice real-world social media scenarios
This module is beneficial for all administrators, both veteran and
entry-level.
EMCED Directors Meetings
2026-2027
All meetings are held at MSU-Meridian unless
otherwise denoted
Curriculum Special Education
Coordinators 10:00 Directors 9:30
September 22, 2026 August 28, 2026
October 20, 2026 October 16, 2026
December 8, 2026 December 4, 2026
February 16, 2027 January 29, 2027
March 5, 2027
April 23, 2027
Federal Programs Superintendent’s
Directors 9:30 Meetings 10:00
August 21, 2026 September 1, 2026
September 25, 2026 October, 20 2026
October 22, 2026 November 10, 2026
November 20, 2026 December 8, 2026
December 11, 2026 February 2, 2027
January 15, 2027 March 2, 2027
February 19, 2027 April 6, 2027
March 12, 2027 May 4, 2027
April 16, 2027
May 21, 2027
Secondary Principals Elementary Principals
Meeting 10:00 Meeting 10:00
September 3, 2026 September 10, 20 zoom
October 1, 2026 October 22 2026
November 17, 2026 November 12, 202 zoom
February 4, 2027 January 14, 2027
March 3, 2027 February 11, 2027 zoom
April 1, 2027 March 4, 2027 NEE April 8, 2027 zoom
June TBA
RESA Phonic First Courses
EMCED is offering Brainspring Professional Learning Courses If your school or district is interested in participating in offering these available trainings to your staff, please see the flyer with all the information here.
EMCED offices will be closed November 23-27, 2027