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Risk Watch Designed to Protect Children Last Updated: 7:34 PM 08/27/08 - The National Fire Protection Association is trying to reduce health risks for young children through education. (Full Story)

Clark: "Teach Kids to Love Learning" Last Updated: 7:30 PM 08/27/08 - Motivational speaker Ron Clark brought his lively message of creating success in the classroom to educators in Meridian and Lauderdale County. (Full Story)

School District Has New Residency Requirements Last Updated: 2:23 PM 08/27/08 - The Lauderdale County School District this year has new residency requirements for both new and returning students. (Full Story)

Mississippi Students Taking the SAT Have Good Showing Last Updated: 4:53 PM 08/26/08 - The class of 2008 in Mississippi earned higher scores on the SAT than the national mean in three categories. But a low number of students took the exam. (Full Story)

Alabama Students Take More AP Classes, Improve on SAT Last Updated: 2:46 PM 08/26/08 - Alabama students are taking more Advanced Placement classes than ever and are performing better on the SAT college entrance exam compared to those nationwide. (Full Story)

Optimists Support Second Chances Last Updated: 2:33 PM 08/26/08 - A Meridian civic club is helping students through the Youth Challenge Program at Camp Shelby. (Full Story)

Schools See Changing Times Last Updated: 11:42 PM 08/19/08 - The class schedule for students in Meridian Public Schools starts earlier this year. (Full Story)

Marching Bands Work in Heat Last Updated: 7:12 PM 08/18/08 - Students at Meridian Public Schools started Monday. But those in the Meridian High School Marching Band have been hard at work in the heat of summer for weeks. (Full Story)

Coach Carter Shares Winning Message Last Updated: 6:56 PM 08/15/08 - More than 800 students at Newton High School were challenged to achieve in all aspects of their lives, not just sports. (Full Story)

Education Officials Find Bright Spots Last Updated: 11:56 AM 08/13/08 - A report on ACT scores for Mississippi and Alabama shows some encouraging signs, but also more work to do. (Full Story)

MPS Eyes New Year, Goals Last Updated: 6:56 PM 08/11/08 - Meridian Public Schools faculty and staff met together with state education officials to prepare for the new year. (Full Story)

Economics Course Required in Mississippi Schools Last Updated: 11:52 AM 08/11/08 - This year's senior class is the first to be required to take an economics course. (Full Story)

School Uniforms Needed Last Updated: 11:01 PM 08/08/08 - The Wesley House is asking anyone who can to donate uniforms for area students who are required to dress for school in this way. (Full Story)

Kent Seeks Community Partnerships Last Updated: 7:16 PM 08/08/08 - The new superintendent for Meridian Public Schools met with ministers Friday, the first of a series of meetings he wants with members of the community. (Full Story)

Lauderdale Students Return to School Last Updated: 7:02 PM 08/07/08 - Lauderdale County Schools are back in session for the 2008-2009 school year. (Full Story)

Company Supports Back to School Last Updated: 6:54 PM 08/06/08 - Peavey Electronics is giving back with backpacks, just in time for school. (Full Story)

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