SPARK Mississippi
SPARK Mississippi is a $4 million initiative that brings together parents, schools, child care and early education providers, child advocacy groups, Head Start providers, state and local government agencies, and businesses for the purpose of ensuring school readiness and academic success for over 1,000 Mississippi children ages 3 to 8. SPARK Mississippi serves students residing in the catchment areas of 5 Mississippi school districts - Cleveland, Hollandale, North Bolivar, Pearl, and Mound Bayou.
SPARK Mississippi seeks to help children master the skills and receive the cognitive, physical, family, and community supports necessary for school success. SPARK MS strategies for supporting ready kids and ready schools include: Early Education Classroom Improvement Plans, Individual Learning Plans, Early Education / School Curriculum Alignment, Support for Basic and Special Needs, Learning Advocates, Local Children’s Partnerships, and Parent Education.
