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Apr 4 2025

Mississippi High Schoolers Get Hands-On in Healthcare Careers 

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 ...

Apr 2 2025

AccelerateMS Expands Communications Team with Beunkka Davis

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 ...

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23 hours ago

Today’s investments shape tomorrow’s workforce.

We’re honored to partner with Northeast as they lead with vision, expanding training programs that prepare students for high-demand careers and build a stronger Mississippi.We’re proud to share that Northeast has been awarded more than $2.2 million in workforce training grants from Accelerate MS to launch two major projects that will prepare our students and our region for what’s next.

“These grants will allow us to expand the kind of training that truly makes a difference for local industry and our communities,” said Jason Mattox, NEMCC’s vice president for career and technical education and director of workforce training. “We’re committed to building a pipeline of skilled workers ready to meet the needs of Mississippi’s growing economy.”

Northeast continues to lead with innovation, vision, and a deep commitment to student success. This is more than funding. It’s an investment in our future.

Picture (L-R): Representative William Tracy Arnold, Representative Bubba Carpender, Representative Daniel Sparks, Northeast Director of Advanced Manufacturing Morgan Fisher, AccelerateMS Director of Grants Management Shelika Hooker, Vice President of Community Outreach, Economic Development and Satellite Camus Ben Shappley, Northeast Workforce Systems Director Greg James, Northeast Vice President of Career and Technical Education and Director of Workforce Training Jason Mattox, Northeast President Dr. Ricky G. Ford, Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director of the Northeast Foundation Patrick Eaton, Director of the Corinth Center Bonnie Bell, Representative Brad Mattox
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Today’s investments shape tomorrow’s workforce.

We’re honored to partner with Northeast as they lead with vision, expanding training programs that prepare students for high-demand careers and build a stronger Mississippi.

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Help students explore opportunities, remove barriers, and graduate with a clear plan for college, workforce, or both. Join us in shaping Mississippi’s future.🚨 WE'RE HIRING: Career Coaches Needed! 🚨

South Central MS Works is looking for dedicated Career Coaches to make a difference in the lives of students at:

📍 Port Gibson High School
📍 Yazoo City High School
📍 Jim Hill High School

Are you passionate about helping young people discover their career paths and connect to brighter futures? Join our team!

📧 To apply: Send your resume, cover letter, and 3 references to careercoach@cmpdd.org

🕛 Deadline to apply: Noon on Monday, July 7

#CareerCoach #JobOpening #EducationCareers #MississippiJobs #WorkforceDevelopment #SCMW #NowHiring #StudentSuccess
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Help students explore opportunities, remove barriers, and graduate with a clear plan for college, workforce, or both. Join us in shaping Mississippi’s future.
23 hours ago

Today’s investments shape tomorrow’s workforce.

We’re honored to partner with Northeast as they lead with vision, expanding training programs that prepare students for high-demand careers and build a stronger Mississippi.We’re proud to share that Northeast has been awarded more than $2.2 million in workforce training grants from Accelerate MS to launch two major projects that will prepare our students and our region for what’s next.

“These grants will allow us to expand the kind of training that truly makes a difference for local industry and our communities,” said Jason Mattox, NEMCC’s vice president for career and technical education and director of workforce training. “We’re committed to building a pipeline of skilled workers ready to meet the needs of Mississippi’s growing economy.”

Northeast continues to lead with innovation, vision, and a deep commitment to student success. This is more than funding. It’s an investment in our future.

Picture (L-R): Representative William Tracy Arnold, Representative Bubba Carpender, Representative Daniel Sparks, Northeast Director of Advanced Manufacturing Morgan Fisher, AccelerateMS Director of Grants Management Shelika Hooker, Vice President of Community Outreach, Economic Development and Satellite Camus Ben Shappley, Northeast Workforce Systems Director Greg James, Northeast Vice President of Career and Technical Education and Director of Workforce Training Jason Mattox, Northeast President Dr. Ricky G. Ford, Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director of the Northeast Foundation Patrick Eaton, Director of the Corinth Center Bonnie Bell, Representative Brad Mattox
#MovingForward

NEMCC Workforce
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Today’s investments shape tomorrow’s workforce.

We’re honored to partner with Northeast as they lead with vision, expanding training programs that prepare students for high-demand careers and build a stronger Mississippi.
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