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Bullying | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Bullying issues Who can help you with bullying issues in your school? Find out here Anti-Bullying Laws State
Parents & Students | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Awards & Honors | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Update Personal/Education Info. | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Update/Correct Name, Social Security Number, or Date of Birth Print and complete an Update Personal/Education Information Request Form to make a change. Obtain one copy of any of the following acceptable forms of supporting documentation:
Child Care Background Check Process | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Steps for Completing a Comprehensive Criminal Background Check This process is for licensed, regulated, and registered child care providers; which includes the following:
Fingerprinting Background Check for Educator Certification | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
For information about the Missouri Automated Criminal History Site(MACHS) or the fingerprinting vendor contact:
Educator Preparation | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Educator Preparation serves all public and independent educator preparation programs by:
School Counseling | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Information on labor market needs to be shared with high school students by November 1
Professional Development | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Office of Childhood | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Welcome to DESE’s Office of Childhood! This new office provides a comprehensive approach to childhood care and education in Missouri. It includes programs related to child care, home visiting, early learning, and early intervention for children birth to age five, as well as afterschool programs for school-age children. The Office of Childhood is responsible for overseeing DESE’s efforts to expand and improve high-quality early learning opportunities.
Library Media Centers | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Missouri Model Standards | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Model Teacher Standards
Adult Education & Literacy | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Educators | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Browse Educators Assessment The Department is committed to raising expectations for students and improving our assessment system with the goal of preparing every Missouri student for college and career readiness after high school graduation.
High School Equivalency | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Children's Division | Missouri Department of Social Services
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Career Information System Portal
Vocational Rehabilitation | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Veterans Education | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Quick Links Find Approved Programs GI Bill® U.S.
Independent Living | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
The Independent Living (IL) program provides services to people with disabilities to increase their independence and their opportunity to participate in day-to-day life within their communities. There are 22 Centers for Independent Living (CILs) statewide that offer independent living services. The CILs are funded through Vocational Rehabilitation grants and are managed by persons with disabilities who have been successful in establishing their own independent lifestyles.
Charter Schools | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Quick Links Charter Schools with Name Changes Renewals
Adult Learning and Rehabilitation Services | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Within the Division of Learning Services, the Office of Adult Learning and Rehabilitation Services administers statewide adult learning and rehabilitation services. Adult Learning Services includes Veterans’ Education and Training. Veterans’ Education and Training approves postsecondary schools for GI Bill benefits and on-the-job training locations.
Adults & Community | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
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Data Acquisition Calendar | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Core Data & MOSIS | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
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Special Education | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Quick Links Accessible Educational Materials (AEM) Career Education Special Needs (CESN) DESE Staff Directory
MO School Improvement Program | Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Quick Links Area Supervisors of Instruction Graduation Requirements Handbook