PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Catapult Learning, a provider of student intervention programs and teacher professional development solutions in K-12 schools, announced its selection by the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) to to provide professional development (PD) and coaching services to educators in K-12 schools to improve student outcomes. The four-year state contract includes an optional one-year extension for a fifth year.

In partnership with Catapult Learning, MDE will provide 25 or more new math tutors. The first group will serve educators at seven elementary and middle schools in the Jackson Public and Greenwood-Leflore Consolidated School districts. MDE will involve more schools over the course of the year.

“We applaud MDE’s vision and commitment to providing teachers with the training they need to effectively manage their classrooms and giving students the extra support in areas they need most,” said Annette Charles, Vice President of Catapult Learning. “We share MDE’s enthusiasm to bring Catapult Learning’s long-standing coaching program and professional development program to their educators, and we look forward to our journey of improving student outcomes over the next four years.”

Catapult Learning math coaches are highly experienced and provide online, in-person or in-service coaching, individual action plans, in-person modeling and co-teaching, classroom observation, lesson plan development, professional development, and summer enrichment for administrators.

“Catapult Learning is uniquely positioned to provide Mississippi educators with a comprehensive professional learning experience focused on evidence-based practices and supported by a team of highly qualified PD and coaching professionals,” said Jessica Peterson, general manager of professional development services at Catapult Learning. “We understand the challenges educators face today, and our solutions empower teachers to improve their learning and…