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07/02/2025 JACKSON, Miss. – AccelerateMS, Mississippi’s lead office for workforce development strategy and coordination, is excited to announce the addition of Melissa McCoy as Instructional Designer to its Talent Solutions Team. With more than 30 years of experience in leadership development, organizational growth, and instructional design, McCoy brings a proven track record of building high-impact […]

06/10/2025 JACKSON, Miss. – What if education didn’t just prepare students for the future—but actively created it? Across Mississippi, work-based learning is doing just that. By combining classroom knowledge with real-world experience, students are finding purpose, while employers are building the talent pipelines they need to grow. From internships and apprenticeships to job shadowing and hands-on […]

05/01/2025 HATTIESBURG, Miss. — Momentum is building in Mississippi, and the Institute of Primary Care at William Carey University is proof. With its launch, the state takes a bold step toward strengthening healthcare access, training a new generation of doctors, and ensuring that every Mississippian, regardless of ZIP code, has access to quality care. The […]

04/30/2025 RIDGELAND, Miss. – For many in Mississippi, finding the right job can feel out of reach, especially for those who’ve been unemployed or stuck in low-wage work. But a new group of graduates just proved what’s possible with the right opportunity. After completing the latest heavy civil construction program at Holmes Community College, many […]

04/24/2025 LEXINGTON, Miss – The Holmes County Career and Technical Center (HCCTC) provides critical career training for both high school students and adult learners in Lexington, Mississippi. Through programs that combine technical skills with real-world application, HCCTC supports workforce readiness and economic opportunity. With the help of a $45,000 EquipMS grant from AccelerateMS, the center has […]

04/23/2025 At AccelerateMS, we talk a lot about workforce development—and for good reason. Mississippi’s economic future depends on how well we prepare our people for high-skill, high-demand, high-wage careers. One of the most powerful tools we have to do that? Career and Technical Education (CTE). This year, we took a deep dive into the return […]

04/09/2025 FLORENCE, Miss. — Florence High School’s Medical Science Academy is redefining how students explore careers in healthcare. Through immersive, hands-on learning and real-world experiences, the program is equipping students with the skills and confidence they need to pursue futures in medical fields. A boost to the program came through nearly $30,000 in funding from […]

04/04/2025 CLARKSDALE, Miss. – In the heart of the Mississippi Delta, a workforce development initiative is helping high school students chart meaningful paths toward careers in healthcare. A new program launched by the Clarksdale Municipal School District and Coahoma County School District in partnership with Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center is giving students real-world experience […]

04/02/2025 JACKSON, Miss. – AccelerateMS, Mississippi’s lead office for workforce development strategy and coordination, is pleased to welcome Beunkka Davis as a Communications Specialist. In this role, she will develop and execute strategic communication initiatives that align with the organization’s mission and goals, ensuring effective engagement with stakeholders. “With extensive experience in multimedia, branding, and […]

JACKSON, Miss.— AccelerateMS, Mississippi’s lead office for workforce development strategy and coordination, has appointed Dr. Angenette Dixon as Program Manager for special funds. In this role, she will oversee ARPA fund management, strengthen financial oversight, and maximize the impact of ARPA-funded workforce initiatives. Dr. Dixon brings extensive experience in federally funded program management, ensuring compliance, […]