Dear Friends,

On August 23, 15 freshmen joined Ole Miss' first class of the Mississippi Excellence in Teaching Program. We're proud to report the group holds an average ACT score of 28.5 and an average GPA of 4.0! This all-inclusive education scholarship marks one of the biggest investments ever made in improving teacher education in Mississippi. Join us in welcoming these outstanding students and watch interviews with a select few online. Read more...

Sincerely,
Dr. David Rock

Dean, UM School of Education

Rutherford Appointed to Mississippi Reading Panel

University of Mississippi literacy education scholar Angela Rutherford is among six people appointed to an expert panel to work with the Mississippi Department of Education to recommend new standardized assessment tools for public K-3 reading programs. Continue Reading...

Mississippi Teacher Corps Trains Record Cohort

On July 19, 32 newly licensed teachers completed six weeks of intense classroom training as new members of the Mississippi Teacher Corps, creating the largest class ever produced by the 24-year-old program. Continue Reading...

Student of the Month: Brian Buckhalter

After seven years of teaching sixth grade mathematics at Oxford Middle School, University of Mississippi graduate student Brian Buckhalter is set to tackle new challenges in both his professional and academic life. Continue Reading...

Ronnie and Melody Musgrove Establish $25,000 Endowment

Former Mississippi Governor Ronnie Musgrove and wife Dr. Melody Musgrove have established a new $25,000 endowment at the UM School of Education to provide scholarships to Ole Miss education students.

The Musgrove Educator Scholarship Endowment will provide financial support to defray the cost of tuition and will be awarded to rising juniors and seniors who are identified as demonstrating academic excellence.

Thank You Friends of Education!

The School of Education sends thanks to all of our generous donors from the 2012-2013 year. Your gifts have enhanced our programs and helped us offer dynamic learning opportunities and field experiences for our students. Every gift makes an impact on our students and beyond. Become a Friend of Education today!

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