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Information on labor market needs to be shared with high school students by November 1

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Gifted Education Contacts Christine Nobbe Director, Gifted Education (573)-751-7754 Acceleration According to Section 162.722 RSMo, “each school district shall establish a policy, approved by the board of education of that district, that allows acceleration for students who demonstrate: (1) advanced performance or potent

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The Assessment Section manages test development, on-going test maintenance, and oversees the test administration for four statewide, large-scale assessments. The MAP assessments test students’ progress toward mastery of the Missouri Show-Me Standards. For more information, please see the Guide To The Missouri Assessment Program.

The Missouri School Improvement Program has the responsibility of reviewing and accrediting the public school districts in Missouri. The process of accrediting school districts is mandated by state law and by State Board of Education regulation.

Quick Links Data Request Form Driver Licensing, Bus Drivers Licensing School Buses The Student Transportation Section provides state transportation aid for public school districts and charter schools for transportation services to and from

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New Superintendent Workshop The Department offers workshops throughout the year on various topics important for new administrators. Below are the topics for the upcoming meeting.  New superintendents may also be interested in the Administrator Mentoring Program (AMP) supported by the Department and other education organizations. Find more information here.  June 22, 2022 - New Superintendent Summer Meeting - 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

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