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Board of Aldermen 06.16.26
Published: Jun 16, 2026
Mississippi School of Arts and Brookhaven School District Renew Interlocal Agreement
The board approved an interlocal agreement between the Mississippi School of Arts (MSA) and Brookhaven School District for the 2026-2027 school year. This annual partnership allows MSA students to fulfill graduation course requirements, participate in extracurricular activities, and receive special education services at Brookhaven High School. The agreement specifies a student rate determined by a formula. [cite: 476-484, 495-498]
Board Allocates $4.3 Million for Adolescent Literacy Coach Support Program
The board approved the hiring of eight educator and residents for adolescent literacy coach support, as part of a five-year agreement totaling $4.3 million. These individuals will provide coaching and training for adolescent literacy in grades four through eight, aligning with Senate Bill 2294. The selection process was competitive, and the work of these educator and residents will be evaluated annually. The funding covers salary, benefits, and travel. [cite: 503-513]
Board Approves $1.98 Million in MCOPS Grants and Other Funding Awards
The board approved three grant awards. First, competitive grants totaling $1.98 million for the Mississippi Community Oriented Policing Services (MCOPS) program, with each of the 10,000 dollar grants requiring a 50/50 local match. Second, a $50,000 one-year legislative grant to the Mississippi State School Board Association for training. Third, a modification to the MTR program grant, extending the period to June 30, 2030, and increasing the total contract value to $14,844,275, reflecting continued legislative funding. [cite: 417-418, 448-452]
Board Approves Consent Agenda Items
The board approved the consent agenda, encompassing items 10A through AL. [cite: 555-561]
FY27 Budgets Approved for Mississippi School for the Arts and School for the Deaf and Blind
The board approved the fiscal year 2027 budgets for the Mississippi School for the Arts (MSA) and the Mississippi School for the Deaf and Blind. The MSA budget is $4.1 million, based on legislative appropriation, anticipated room and board fees, and EEF funds. The Mississippi School for the Deaf and Blind budget is $12.5 million, based on legislative appropriation and EEF funds. [cite: 492-494, 495-501]
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