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MDE: Pass rate for Mississippi 3rd graders remains steady

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7 months ago

October 19, 2023

www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2023-10-19 13:02:38

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Education has reported that 85% of 3rd graders passed their reading assessment after final retests for the 2022-2023 school year. This pass rate is similar to previous years, with an initial pass rate of 76.3%, the highest since 2019. The department emphasizes the importance of building literacy skills from pre-K through 3rd grade and will continue to provide professional development opportunities for educators. The Literacy-Based Promotion Act (LBPA) aims to ensure students develop good reading skills and requires 3rd graders to score at a certain level to be promoted to 4th grade. The LBPA also deploys literacy coaches to schools with struggling students and provides professional development in teaching reading.

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Months after fans called for Lemonis’ job, Mississippi State baseball back in postseason

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May 19, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-05-19 17:33:25

SUMMARY: Three months ago, Mississippi State fans criticized head baseball coach Chris Lemonis, doubting his 2021 championship success. Now, as postseason play begins, Lemonis is enjoying renewed support. Despite recent disappointments, the Bulldogs are ranked and in the top half of the SEC. Lemonis is focused on SEC Tournament success and preparing for a regional. National analyst Eric Sorenson and Kendall Rogers from D1Baseball champion Lemonis, suggesting the two lackluster seasons were anomalies. Heading into the SEC Tournament as a five-seed, Mississippi State may face hosting challenges, but Lemonis argues his team deserves it. They face rival Ole Miss on Tuesday.

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Gov. Reeves declares Emergency Medical Services Week in Mississippi

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9 hours ago

May 19, 2024

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2024-05-19 13:32:01

SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves has proclaimed May 19-25 as Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week in Mississippi. Residents are encouraged to express gratitude towards EMS workers, including technicians, paramedics, dispatchers, nurses, physicians, firefighters, and police officers. The Mississippi State Department of Health highlighted the continuous readiness of EMS teams to provide lifesaving care, which significantly improves survival and recovery rates. This year marks the 50th National EMS Week, celebrated nationwide. In Mississippi, the public is invited to honor EMS personnel at the Mississippi Trade Mart in Jackson on May 21 with a special event featuring various exhibits and demonstrations.

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