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Our Mission
The mission of the MPSD Foundation is to cultivate student success by engaging business and community leaders to empower teachers with innovative instruction that leads to enriched student outcomes.
IN THE NEWS
MPSD Foundation hosts first "Reading Is My Superpower" event
Meridian, MS | November 14, 2023 -- Much-needed rain didn’t stop residents of Western Gardens from attending the “Reading Is My Super Power” event on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. The event is an effort by the Meridian Public School District Foundation of Educational Excellence to spread the love of reading throughout the community. Read More.
MPSD FOundation awarded United of Way of East MS Mini Grant
The MPSD Foundation was presented a check for $1,500 by the United Way of East Mississippi for receiving a 2023 mini-grant. Kym Parnell, the Executive Director of the United Way of East Mississippi presented the check to MPSD Foundation President Neil Henry in a ceremony on Monday, October 2, 2023.
MPSD Foundation at Family Night at the Ray
The MPSD Foundation had the chance to participate in the Meridian Public School District's "Family Night at the Ray" on Thursday, September 14, 2023. We had a blast seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones as well.
MPSD FOundation receives six Defibrillators from MS Power to give to schools
The Meridian Public School District Foundation of Educational Excellence was the recipient of six defibrillators from MS Power in a presentation today at the October meeting of the MPSD Foundation.
Chris Phillips, MS Power District General Manager, and Derron Radcliff, MS Power Senior Market Specialist were at the meeting to present the defibrillators to the MPSD Foundation.
The MPSD Foundation then donated the items to the Meridian Public School District for use in the district.
Meridian City Council discuss road improvements, educational partnership at work session
(WTOK) The Meridian City Council held a work session on Tuesday to discuss several topics aimed to advance the city in different areas.
The city council discussed several topics ranging from road improvements to new school programs.
The Meridian Public School District Foundation for Educational Excellence sat down with the city council to discuss plans for the program and its funding.
Honoring the 2023 MPSD Retirees
We were so honored to be able to recognize the MPSD Retirees who have made a difference in so many lives! Thank you and good luck in your retirement!
Foundation receives grant from CFEM
(WTOK) Thank you to the Community Foundation of East Mississippi for awarding the MPSD Foundation a grant in the amount of $1500 in a ceremony on April 25, 2023, at Dumont Plaza.
MPSD Foundation hosts first "Reading Is My Superpower" event
Meridian, MS | November 14, 2023 -- Much-needed rain didn’t stop residents of Western Gardens from attending the “Reading Is My Super Power” event on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. The event is an effort by the Meridian Public School District Foundation of Educational Excellence to spread the love of reading throughout the community. Read More.
Our Goals
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Enhance our community’s workforce and provide quality education as a recruitment resource for our area. This will provide opportunities for expansion, decrease crime, and increase property values throughout our community.
Goal 2
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Enhance the overall learning
experience and make education fun for the student, which will build more confidence.
Goal 3
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Enhance teacher morale and provide incentives for the teachers showing the most improvement in areas that matter to our students.