Eight Mississippi schools earn Military Star School designation

JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced eight new schools have been designated as Military Star Schools for 2026-2028.

To become a Military Star School, schools must meet specific requirements that address the unique needs of military students and families, including appointing a dedicated school liaison for military families, providing student-led transition services and peer support, ensuring professional development for staff to respond to the needs of military students and families and publicly recognizing service members and their families.

National report ranks Mississippi 16th in education

New Military Star Schools

Hattiesburg Public School District

  • Hattiesburg High School

Jackson Public School District

  • Callaway High School
  • Jim Hill High School

Lamar County School District

  • Baxterville School
  • Lumberton Elementary
  • Sumrall High School

Lowndes County School District

  • New Hope Lower Elementary

Ocean Springs School District

  • Ocean Springs High School

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