Join us for the Early Childhood Capitol Day
February 5, 2026
More information to come as details are finalized
2026 Objectives
Advocate Together
Advance key early childhood legislation including paid parental leave for teachers, removal of the diaper tax, maintaining or increasing CCPP funding, equitable TANF investments, and exploring models such as Tri-Share or state-supported food security programs.
Strengthening Partnerships
Use Capitol Day as a statewide touchpoint to connect organizations, aligning messaging, and identify opportunities for year-round collaboration.
Build Shared Power
Encourage partners to co-lead conversations and elevate each other’s expertise.
Engage Bipartisan Lawmakers
Meet with legislators in relationship-centered conversations grounded in shared values and local community insights.
Agenda
More information to come
Meeting times, locations, and networking luncheon information will be updated as details are confirmed
Tour the Mississippi State Capitol
There will be two opportunities to participate in a tour of the Mississippi State Capitol at the Early Childhood Capitol Day on February 5, 2026.
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
To learn more about the Mississippi State Capitol, visit https://www.legislature.ms.gov/about-the-capitol/
Arriving at the Capitol
400 High Street, Jackson, MS 39201
Individual Cars
Park in the parking lot located diagonally across the street from the Capitol at High Street and President Street. Parking is free in that lot.
Buses
Bus driver should let off passengers on the east side, the front of the Capitol (PRESIDENT STREET). Bus driver should drive around to the Mississippi Fairgrounds to park. Driver should call Capitol Police at 601-359-3125 for officer to pick up bus driver and bring to Capitol. At end of tour, driver should call Capitol Police to take him/her to bus.