The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is giving schools some guidance on how to handle Artificial Intelligence in the classroom. Kelli Jones, Deputy Commissioner of Learning Services (DESE), told Missourinet that technology changes how you...
One of Missouri’s top education priorities for 2026 is making sure every student is assessed for literacy. Missouri Department of Secondary Elementary Education Deputy Commissioner Kelli Jones told Missourinet that state law requires teachers to use approved...
Work continues on one of Gov. Mike Kehoe’s first executive orders after taking office – improving Missouri’s career and technical education programs and infrastructure. Kelli Jones, Deputy Commissioner of Learning Services with the Department of Elementary and...
Governor Mike Kehoe says a new statewide report confirms that career and technical education is an essential part of Missouri’s long-term economic strength. Alisa Nelson talks to Travis Plume, an assistant with the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary...
As students return to school, many families feel both hopeful and overwhelmed. However, the 2025 Suicide Prevention & 988 Guide for Missouri schools is bringing critical support at a pivotal time. Katie Epema from DESE is here to tell us what’s new in this guide...
