USM and Jackson County Schools Launch Teaching Apprenticeship

The University of Southern Mississippi entered into an MOU with Jackson County School District to operate a Registered Teaching Apprenticeship Program through June 30, 2028. USM will lead program design, oversight, and potential incentive funding, while the district employs apprentices and provides cooperating teachers and school-based support. The agreement aims to strengthen teacher preparation, improve instruction, and create pathways to full-time teaching positions in the district.

Scope & details

The full contract record, as filed.

Contract type

OTHER

Contract term

Effective upon full execution through June 30, 2028, unless terminated earlier with 60 days written notice

Renewal date

2028-06-30

Renewal

Initial term runs through June 30, 2028, with either party able to terminate early for any reason upon 60 days written notice; no automatic renewal or extension provisions are stated.

Document type

Agreement

Source document

usm_and_jackson_county_school_district_mou_for_rta.pdf

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Jackson County School District was awarded this government contract by Ocean Springs School District, as recorded on May 9, 2026.

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This is a government contract, documented as a agreement record.

Where was this contract approved?

This contract appears in usm_and_jackson_county_school_district_mou_for_rta.pdf (Agreement), dated May 9, 2026 from Ocean Springs School District. Civic IQ extracts contract records directly from agency meeting documents and solicitations.

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USM and Jackson County Schools Launch Teaching Apprenticeship

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