Mississippi
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5. Data Policy and Practices
6. Investing in What Works through Grants and Contracts
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Mississippi LifeTracks is an interoperable data system, governed by an interagency board, that supports research and analysis by providing linkages among early childhood, K-12 education, postsecondary education, and workforce data to improve career-readiness outcomes for students.
The Mississippi Commission for Volunteer Service (Volunteer Mississippi) administers AmeriCorps State Grants. This grant program funds service-oriented efforts surrounding community health and wellness. In the process of scoring 2023 applications for funding, up to 20 points (out of 100) are awarded based on evidence quality and tier, as defined by the AmeriCorps Evidence Exchange.