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DESE announces Lisa Sireno will serve as the new Deputy Commissioner of Learning Services. She begins her new role today.
Sireno is filling the position after previous deputy commissioner Kelli Jones announced her retirement at the beginning of June 2026.
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We’re seeing a widespread phishing email targeting school districts. The message falsely claims to be from DESE leadership and promotes a giveaway for a 2014 Airstream trailer. It asks staff to reply with personal information to an external Outlook address.
Key red flags:
- Unsolicited “giveaway”
- Requests for personal details
- Sender uses a non‑DESE email address
- Incorrect titles and formatting
Please delete the message if received and remind staff not to respond or click anything. Report suspicious emails to your IT team.
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Next Task Force Meeting Set for July 13
The School Funding Modernization Task Force will meet on Monday, July 13, 2026, to continue its work reviewing and updating Missouri’s K–12 education funding formula.
- Where: Jefferson State Office Building, 205 Jefferson Street, First Floor, Jefferson City, Missouri
- When: July 13 at 10 a.m.
The agenda includes updates from working groups, a review of progress to date, and discussion of next steps as the Task Force prepares its final report due later this year.
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Registration is open for the 2026 Cooperative Conference for School Administrators, July 26 – 28 at Tan-Tar-A Conference Center in Osage Beach.
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Summer Learning Continues
Learning can happen anywhere — at home, at the library, outside, or during everyday activities.
This summer, DESE is sharing simple tips, activities, and resources to help students stay engaged, build confidence, and prepare for the school year ahead.
Follow along and be part of the conversation:
Facebook | X | Instagram | LinkedIn
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The Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS) has moved the Healthy SNAP launch to February 15, 2027, to allow more time for partner feedback and retailer preparation.
Missouri SuN Bucks (Summer EBT) applications are now open. Eligible families can receive a one‑time $120 benefit per child for summer food support.
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Here are a few tips from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) during extreme heat.
If you are outside in the heat, especially for a long time:
- Stay in the shade as much as possible.
- Take breaks when you can.
- Try to do outdoor activities during the coolest parts of the day or evening.
- Carry a water bottle. Drink and refill throughout the day.
- Drink plenty of fluids and stay hydrated.
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