This week on the podcast host Grant Callen is joined by Senator Brice Wiggins of Pascagoula! In this episode Senator Wiggins recounts his journey from prosecutor to legislative leader, sharing his proudest achievements, including House Bill 585 that reshaped Mississippi’s criminal justice system, reducing incarceration rates and saving taxpayers millions. He also gives his predictions on the upcoming special session. Listen to this gripping episode wherever you get podcasts, or you can listen here: https://empowerms.org/senator-brice-wiggins-justice-education-and-mississippis-future/ (fb)

This National Charter Schools Week, we’re celebrating the innovative, high-quality public school options that are changing lives across Mississippi. We believe every child deserves an education that fits. Charter schools help make that possible by reimagining how education can work. Check out an incredible video from Embark New Schools for Mississippi highlighting the difference charter schools are making in the lives of Mississippi students here: (fb)