- Accountability Data
The Accountability Data section measures progress of schools towards the goal that all students graduate high school college- and career-ready.
- A-Z Index
The A-Z Index contains a list of DESE topics in alphabetical order.
- Career and Technical Education
Career and Technical Education programs offer occupational-specific skill training for students of all ages.
- Child Care
Visit the Child Care website for more information on where to find child care, child care rules & laws, or to report a complaint or concern.
- Insights & Analysis
The Insights & Analysis website breaks down data about Missouri schools in many different ways, giving you the opportunity to learn more about what is relevant to you.
- Literacy
DESE funds programs to help support and teach language and literacy to every student.
- Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS)
The primary purpose of the Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is the development and support of effective school leaders.
- Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS)
The Missouri Teacher Development System (MTDS) develops and supports teachers. The Missouri Teacher of the Year program also recognizes the accomplishments of select Missouri teachers annually.
- Recruitment and Retention
Recruitment and Retention showcases purposeful strategies for improving the recruitment and retention of teachers.
- Special Education
These pages include information on requirements, supports, and resources that are important to students who experience disabilities as well as parents, families, guardians, and those who support them.