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A – F Framework Feedback Sessions
DESE invites stakeholders to join upcoming sessions on the proposed A – F Grade Card Framework. These meetings offer a chance to learn about the framework and share feedback.
Virtual Sessions
In-Person Sessions
- Sept. 9, 2026 | 1:30 – 3 p.m.
- EducationPlus (McDonnell Room)
- 1460 Craig Road, St. Louis, MO
- Sept. 10, 2026 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- MOREnet
- 221 N Stadium Blvd, Columbia, MO
We encourage all stakeholders to attend and share their input!
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Interim Commissioner of Education Dr. Stacey Preis joined Governor Mike Kehoe and fellow state leaders on Aug. 20 at the Governor’s Ham Breakfast during the Missouri State Fair.
The event offered valuable opportunities to connect with Missourians from across the state, strengthen partnerships, and collaborate with leaders who share a commitment to moving Missouri forward.
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Join DESE’s Back‑to‑School Campaign
Back‑to‑school season is here, and DESE is sharing helpful tips, resources, and engagement opportunities throughout August to support a smooth, confident start for Missouri students and families.
Our Back‑to‑School campaign highlights routines, supports, and information that help families stay prepared as the new school year begins.
Follow along: Facebook | X | Instagram | LinkedIn
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The Missouri State Board of Education (State Board) recently welcomed two new members and received updates on DESE’s FY28 budget, MAP results, early childhood progress, and the proposed A–F school grade card framework. The State Board also reviewed school safety definitions and approved several rule changes.
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If you haven’t had a chance yet, please check out the video message from Dr. Stacey Preis, Interim Commissioner of Education. She discusses the commitment of our educators, recent student achievements, and the exciting opportunities ahead this school year.
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SchoolSafety.gov has kicked off its annual Back-to-School Campaign, a month-long effort providing guidance and resources to help schools and districts start the year safely. The campaign underscores a community-based approach, highlighting how educators, partners, and families all play a role in supporting school safety.
Throughout August, the campaign will share tools to strengthen emergency preparedness, prevent bullying and violence, and promote online safety.
Follow @SchoolSafetyGov on X and Facebook for updates year-round.
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Spotlight Your Story — Tag @MOEducation!
Want your classroom moments seen across Missouri? Share your student successes, CTE projects, campus events, and educator spotlights — then tag @MOEducation on Facebook, Instagram, or X.
We’ll amplify as many posts as we can so families statewide can join in and celebrate your great work!
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MSBA’s AI in Education Symposium returns Oct. 21 in Kansas City, offering a focused day on practical AI strategies, real Missouri district examples, and emerging issues like data privacy and deepfakes.
The event runs 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and includes coffee and lunch.
Open to board members, superintendents, curriculum and tech leaders, and teachers, the symposium features a keynote on Missouri’s AI findings, a student showcase, and breakout sessions on AI literacy and implementation.
Registration is $175 or $100 with MSBA’s Annual Conference; register online or call 573‑445‑9920.
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Regroup with Aspire®
Aspire® grads from DESE’s 2024–25 pilot and 2025–26 Read, Lead, Exceed trainings: join a 9 a.m. – noon regroup at your Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC) for fast networking, problem‑solving, and success sharing — facilitated by Lisa Scroggs, DESE Director of Secondary Literacy. Seats are limited.
Trainings dates and locations:
- Oct. 15: Northeast RPDC
- Oct. 16: Heart of Missouri RPDC
- Oct. 19: Central RPDC
- Oct. 23: Agency for Teaching, Leading, and Learning RPDC
- Oct. 26: Southwest Center for Educational Excellence
- Oct. 28: Southeast RPDC
- Oct. 29: South Central RPDC
- Nov. 9: Kansas City RPDC
- Nov. 10: Northwest RPDC
- Nov. 16: EdPlus RPDC
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Strengthened Support for Missouri Schools
DESE and the Missouri Roundtable for Trauma-Informed Care are pleased to announce the release of the revised Missouri Model for Trauma-Informed Schools. This updated guide supports schools in creating safe, supportive environments for students, staff, and families. It is designed both for schools beginning their trauma-informed journey and for those already engaged in this work.
Key updates include:
- Expanded information on how stress and trauma affect learning.
- A strengthened focus on staff well-being and family-school-community partnerships.
- Guidance for aligning trauma‑informed practices with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and other school initiatives.
- A new FAQ section, examples of how the guide can be used, and in‑practice insights from Missouri schools.
- An expanded resource list to support implementation.
We appreciate the many school professionals and partner organizations whose feedback helped shape this revision.
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Office of Literacy: Virtual Office Hours
Educators are invited to join DESE’s Office of Literacy for Virtual Office Hours from 10–11 a.m. on the first and third Thursday of each month (except December). After brief updates, the team will host Q&A on Reading Success Plans, K–12 resources, professional learning, school libraries, and more.
Questions? Email literacy@dese.mo.gov.
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The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources remain committed to helping schools and childcare facilities provide safe drinking water. Many Missouri facilities have already implemented the actions required under the Get the Lead Out of School Drinking Water Act (Statute 160.077 RSMo ) to reduce lead exposure in children. Additional preventative measures can further lower risk.
Recommended practices for all buildings:
- Use cold water for drinking and cooking — hot water lines may contain more lead than cold lines.
- Flush unused lines for 5 – 10 minutes if a drinking or cooking water source hasn’t been used for two or more days.
As a routine practice, run water for 15–30 seconds (or until it turns cold and reaches a steady temperature) before use, especially after periods of inactivity.
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