Parents for Public Schools, Inc.

06/11/2026

What happens when teachers are afraid to teach the full story of our nation’s history?

Our latest PPS blog, When the Truth Is Restricted, Our Children Pay the Price, examines how growing restrictions on classroom discussions about race, civil rights, inequality, and current events are reshaping public education.

Click the link to explore what these changes could mean for the future of public schools: https://www.rfr.bz/f5e695c

Laws limiting history education in public schools affect students and teachers nationwide. Learn what's at stake and how parents can defend honest teaching.

06/10/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Marqueta Perkins to the PPS team as our new Administrative Assistant!

Marqueta brings extensive experience in nonprofit operations, community engagement, organizational management, and public education advocacy. We're excited to have Marqueta on board and look forward to the leadership, expertise, and dedication she brings to our work.

Welcome to the PPS family, Marqueta! 💙📚

06/08/2026

📢 Mississippi Residents: A New Statewide AI Framework Is Coming to Public Schools

Mississippi is taking a major step toward preparing students for the future with the launch of the new statewide AI Framework. Designed to guide AI learning from K-12 through career readiness, the framework focuses on building critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and workforce skills while keeping human judgment at the center of innovation.

🔗 Read the full framework and learn what this could mean for Mississippi students, educators, and families: https://www.rfr.bz/ffbf5f0

Mississippi is taking a defining step in Artificial Intelligence education. The state has released the Mississippi Statewide AI Framework, which establishes statewide AI priorities and provides a structured, stage-by-stage map of the AI skills learners need from K-12 through career leadership.

06/06/2026

📚 What happens when teachers are unsure what they can teach?

A recent NPR Fresh Air interview explores the growing number of state laws restricting classroom discussions on topics such as race, gender identity, sexual orientation, and political ideologies.

🔗 Read more and learn why this issue matters for students, families, and public schools: https://www.rfr.bz/f748ca9



Researcher Jeffrey Sachs says that U.S. teachers are being censored for broaching certain topics. One group in New Hampshire is offering a $500 bounty for teachers who discuss critical race theory.

06/04/2026

🎒✨ What if kindergarten was filled with more joy, curiosity, creativity, and play?

Join the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading's upcoming Kindergarten Matters webinar featuring author Laura Bornfreund and a panel of national education leaders as they explore how we can reimagine kindergarten to better support young learners.

📚 Register today: https://www.rfr.bz/f30b86b

06/03/2026

☀️ Summer break is here—but learning doesn't have to stop!

Research shows that students can lose important academic skills over the summer, but just a few minutes of reading, exploring, and learning each day can make a big difference. From library visits and educational games to hands-on activities and family conversations, there are countless ways to keep young minds engaged while having fun.

📚 Discover free summer learning resources, take the Readiness Check, and find tools to help your child stay on track for the next school year: https://www.rfr.bz/ff03ec8

Summertime means longer days and sun, making it the perfect time for learning fun! Start by finding out where your child is doing well and where they may need more help.

06/01/2026

☀️ Hello, June!

As summer begins, it's the perfect time to reflect, recharge, and reconnect with our communities. At PPS, we're looking forward to a month filled with opportunities to support families, strengthen public schools, and empower parent voices.

06/01/2026

📣 Jackson-Area Families: Keep Learning Going This Summer! ☀️📚

Southern Echo’s Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) Summer STREAM Camp is now accepting registrations for students in grades 1–12! Scholars will engage in 8 weeks of activities including reading and math enrichment, leadership development, website design, and much more.

📍 Locations:
Southern Echo's Office - 1350 Livingston Lane, Jackson, MS 39213
Bean Path's Office - 451 N. Gallatin Street, Jackson, MS 39213

📅 When: June 5 – July 23, 2026

⚠️ A parent or guardian must attend the June 5 session for student enrollment.

Spots are limited, so don't wait!

🔗 Register Here: https://www.rfr.bz/f130316

05/29/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚 and supporting our children’s emotional well-being starts at home.

Explore these free, evidence-based resources designed to help children grow, build resilience, and navigate everyday challenges.

Learn more here: https://childmind.org/resources/thriving-kids/

The Thriving Kids Series provide free evidence-based skill-building videos to support your child’s mental health and guide you through difficult parenting challenges.

05/27/2026

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