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Dr. Courtney Taylor named Executive Director of AccelerateMS
JACKSON, MS — On Wednesday, the State Workforce Investment Board confirmed Dr. Courtney Taylor as the new Executive Director of AccelerateMS, the lead office for workforce development strategy and coordination. Effective March 16, 2024, Taylor takes the reins from Ryan Miller, who has led the office since its inception in ...
Mississippi Invests in High School Career and Technical Programs
JACKSON, MS — Mississippi has allocated approximately $1.4 million to career and technical education efforts at 25 high schools and districts across the state, aiming to empower students by aligning their education with their future careers or post-secondary education programs. The EquipMS Grant program, established through House Bill 588 (2023) ...
‘Career Coach Appreciation Day’ spotlights difference makers in Mississippi buff.ly/4ax0tSi ... See MoreSee Less
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My people! 👊🏼✊🏼
Look at Representative Bell up in the middle! Thank you to the Career Coaches for their hard work and to the legislature for funding this fabulous program!
Meg Thomas is the BEST!!! Our school is so thankful for all she does!
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We're thrilled to host the state's career coaches today for an afternoon focused on professional development. We're so grateful for these men and women who guide high school graduates toward the jobs of tomorrow, fostering a skilled and ready workforce for Mississippi's future. #AccelerateMS #CareerCoach ... See MoreSee Less
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Awesome 🤩
Thanks for inviting me out to participate today! Loved hearing all of the stories! What an awesome team who clearly understands their purpose. Together, they are working to inform as many students as possible about what's available, what's needed, and helping students figure out thier own way to get there! #careerpathways #careercoach #communitystrong #nissanemployee
Beverly Bridges Barnes