WXXV News 25
July 22, 2021
Today was the first day of school for sixth and ninth graders in the Gulfport School District.
This year, class is starting earlier than normal for the Gulfport School District because they have adapted a new flex schedule.
Students are still in school for their typical 180 days, but the weeks that are taken away from their summer will be distributed throughout the school year for breaks.
The new schedule gives students shorter breaks so they can retain more information that’s typically lost over the summer vacation.
The breaks will also be used to focus on special groups like the bottom 25% or use the time for ACT practice.
First day of school for sixth and ninth graders in the Gulfport School District
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Six Mississippi teachers, including one from Gulfport High School, have been named 2021 state-level finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The PAEMST Program is the nation’s highest honor for teachers of mathematics and science (including computer science).
Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science education.
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“Mississippi’s PAEMST state-level finalists are committed to excellence and are leaders among their colleagues,” said Dr. Carey Wright, state superintendent of education. “I congratulate them as they vie for the highest honor in their profession.”