Skill UP Mississippi

09/18/2026

Let’s Go, Mississippi!!

What a meaningful way to celebrate Adult Education and Family Literacy Week!

This week in Washington, D.C., Ruby Lumpkin with Pearl River Community College, Jennifer Szarek with Hinds Community College, and I (Beth Naron Little) had the opportunity to meet with members of Mississippi’s congressional delegation staff to share the remarkable work taking place in adult education across our state. We also took a few minutes to run in the The Library of Congress and get a library card and see the Reading Room.

We highlighted student success stories that demonstrate the life-changing impact of adult education not only for individual students, but also for their families, employers, and communities.

We were also proud to share the Compass Pathways Series, a Pearl River Community College - Adult Education innovative workforce-centered bridge model that will soon launch. Through career exploration, occupational mapping, and hands-on industry experiences, Compass will help adult education students identify career pathways, build confidence, and prepare for workforce training and high-demand careers.

We are grateful for the opportunity to share Mississippi’s adult education story and celebrate the students, instructors, and programs creating brighter futures throughout our state.

It has been an incredible 2026 AEFL Week and I want to thank all of the adult education staff from across the state for all of the fantastic efforts you’ve displayed and organized this week to recognize our students and the impact of the work we are doing across our great state of Mississippi!


COABE Naftae

09/01/2026

Short class. Big impact. 👀💻😼

Get ahead with PRCC's short-term online classes and work toward your legacy! 🏆

Learn more below!
https://prcc.edu/academics/elearning/

09/01/2026

Congratulations Karissa! We are so proud of you 👏

09/01/2026

Contact us if you’re interested in enrolling in our program for the Pharmacy Technician course!

09/01/2026

🎓✨ Congratulations, Latonya! ✨🎓

Help us celebrate Latonya on earning her High School Equivalency Diploma! 🥳👏📚

This is a wonderful accomplishment, and we are so proud of all the hard work and dedication she put into reaching this goal! 💪🎉

Latonya is still deciding on her next adventure, with possibilities including Flight Attendant School ✈️ or Dental Hygienist School 🦷. Whatever path she chooses, we know she has a bright future ahead! 🌟

Congratulations, Latonya! 🎓💛 We can’t wait to see where your journey takes you! 🚀✨

09/01/2026

🌟 Career Connections: Pivot! 🌟

We kicked off Career Connections with one of our yearly guest speakers, Nicole Bullock, and she brought an encouraging message about finding your path—and knowing when it’s time to make a change.

Nicole serves as a Clinical Instructor and Training Center Coordinator with Diversicare Healthcare Services and is also a Realtor with Rachel Ray Realty. She shared her experiences in both career fields and gave our students an inside look at the different paths a professional journey can take.

💬 One of her biggest messages? It’s okay to pivot! Sometimes a career change is exactly what you need to grow, learn something new, or find a path that better fits your goals.

We’re grateful to Nicole for sharing her story, encouraging our students, and reminding them that their career journey doesn’t have to follow a straight line. There’s always room to explore, grow, and make a change.

09/01/2026

08/26/2026

A new pathway to high-demand careers is now available for adult Mississippians.

and the Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid have launched the UPSKILL Mississippi Grant, providing last-dollar financial assistance for eligible adults pursuing workforce-aligned certificate and associate degree programs at Mississippi’s public community and junior colleges.

Learn more about UPSKILL Mississippi and how to apply:
https://buff.ly/GC3rbTb

08/26/2026

Ranger Ready! Hailey Gray is so excited to study pre-nursing at NWCC! We are thrilled for you Hailey! Have the best school year!

08/26/2026

We're Hiring! 📣

Looking for your next opportunity? Join the Wildcat family! 🐾

PRCC is currently seeking talented individuals to fill several positions across our campuses, including opportunities in recruiting and marketing, healthcare education, student services, and more! 😸

Whether you're passionate about helping students succeed, supporting campus operations, or shaping the future workforce, there's a place for you at PRCC.

Explore current openings & apply today!
https://prcc.edu/about/employment-opportunities/