MSU Extension Nurturing Homes Initiative

11/20/2025

Across all of our programs, teams members are at the The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) conference this week in Orlando, FL.

Day 1 was great! We can’t wait to bring back all that we have learned!

11/10/2025

Hello! We are so glad you're here.

We are the MSU Extension Early Childhood Programs! You may already be familiar with the work that we do with the MSU Extension Nurturing Homes Initiative, MSU Extension - Head Start, & MS LIFT Resource & Referral Network at MSU Extension!

This page is to serve as a landing spot for all of the information in between. Our programs and team do so much, and we want to make sure you know about ALL of it. Stay tuned, we can't wait to share more with you!

11/10/2025

📚 It’s National Young Readers Week!

Even before babies say their first words, their brains are busy soaking in sounds, rhythms, and stories. Reading aloud, even during pregnancy, helps build the foundation for language, connection, and lifelong learning.

Let’s celebrate the power of early words this week by reading, singing, and talking to our youngest learners — from bump to baby to toddler! 💛

10/22/2025

LaLetrice and Tracy joined the Tate County Health Fair yesterday to share about the work that NHI contributes to their community!

10/20/2025

Don't wait, apply for Hancock County Head Start TODAY!

Our partnership with Hancock County School District brings Pre-K classrooms into local elementary schools.

Spots are still available and enrollment is OPEN! Visit our link to complete an interest form: https://msudafvm.co1.qualtrics.com/.../SV_9BPA89OrXiORTtI

10/20/2025

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10/16/2025

Take a look at our team's recent TA visits with their providers!

10/08/2025

Our team is headed to the Mississippi Early Childhood Association conference this week in Philadelphia! We hope to see you there.

10/08/2025

Join our friends MSU Extension - Head Start!

We are ONE WEEK away from our Hancock County job fair!

09/16/2025

Helping YOU, right where you are!

Our NHI team is here to support child care providers with the tools, resources, and encouragement they need to thrive.

09/11/2025

🌟 Meet the Team: Juliana Pope 🌟

Juliana Pope is a devoted wife, mother, and educator from Philadelphia, MS. She and her husband, Tyler, are proud parents to three wonderful children—Rivers, Brinley, and Ty—who inspire her daily and fill life with joy and adventure.

Juliana holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from Mississippi State University and is currently pursuing her Master of Arts in Teaching. With a passion for helping children learn, grow, and discover their potential, she is dedicated to creating positive learning experiences that leave a lasting impact.

When she’s not teaching or volunteering, Juliana treasures family time—whether traveling, making memories, or cheering on her kids at competitions. 💜

Help us give a warm welcome to Juliana! 👏

08/28/2025

Sliding into fun!