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At the Summer Literacy and Numeracy Camp at Chastang-Fournier K-8 this week, younger students were brushing up on phonics and working on reading comprehension using nursery rhymes, while older students collaborated to build a tower strong enough to support a stuffed animal in a STEM lesson. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Literacy and numeracy camps opened this week at several elementary schools around the county, including Nan Gray Davis Elementary. The camps, which will continue through the month of June, are designed to address any deficiencies students might have in reading comprehension and math. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Over 130 cadets are at Spring Hill College this week for the MCPSS JROTC STEM Leadership Academy. Along with a series of leadership activities and industry site visits, the cadets are participating in a STEM challenge throughout the week, building a clawbot. More activities are scheduled throughout the week. #LearningLeading

Reminder: Don't forget to complete online registration for your students as soon as possible. All students who are planning to attend a school at Mobile County Public Schools during the 2026-27 school year must pre-register online. Find registration links and frequently asked questions at: https://www.mcpss.com/page/registration #LearningLeading

JROTC cadets from B.C. Rain High School recently racked up awards at a couple of fitness challenges. Senior cadet Laderick Jones won the University of South Alabama Jaguar Challenge trophy for winning first place in that competition, and he and fellow cadet Markenzie Mills earned the prestigious title of “Gulf Coast Toughest Cadets.” The Red Raider Battalion also won first place at the Kick Butts Physical Fitness Challenge hosted by the United States Marine Corps. Way to go, Red Raiders! #LearningLeading

Before leaving for summer break, students in Key Club and Legacy Teen Science Café at Theodore High met after school to make blankets for those in need in a community service project. They delivered a total of 40 blankets to the Ronald McDonald House, a local assisted living facility, and two veterinary clinics. #LearningLeading

Parents and guardians, please remember to complete online registration for your students as soon as possible. All students who are planning to attend a school in the Mobile County Public School System during the 26/27 school year must pre-register online. Find registration links and frequently asked questions here: https://www.mcpss.com/page/registration #LearningLeading

Congratulations to Davidson High School Class of 2020 alum Tyrone Reese! After graduating and leaving Davidson’s dance program, Tyrone attended the prestigious Juilliard School and went on to perform on Broadway. Now he has achieved another major milestone; being accepted into the world-renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, one of the most iconic and influential dance companies in the world. He also gives back to the program that helped him get started, mentoring current members of Davidson's Kinetics Dance Company while back in town earlier this spring. #LearningLeading

Forty-six Citronelle High students were paired with local businesses, industries, and government entities for summer internships and apprenticeships at the school's annual Connect Night recently. Participating organizations included ArcelorMittal, G.A. West, SSAB, Outokumpu, South Alabama Utilities, TMS, Austal, Airbus, Bishop State Community College, the city of Citronelle, the town of Mount Vernon, and the City of Mobile YES program. #LearningLeading

The Mobile County Public Schools Child Nutrition Program will continue to provide breakfast and lunch meals to all students attending reading camps and Summer School during June and July at no charge through the USDA Community Eligibility Provision. More information is available on the Child Nutrition page at mcpss.com: https://www.mcpss.com/o/mcps/page/summer-meal-information. Information about additional summer meal resources is also available: https://www.mcpss.com/o/mcps/page/summer-meal-information. #LearningLeading

Imagine Learning has recognized Citronelle High School as a 2025-26 School of Excellence! This prestigious national honor recognizes schools that demonstrate outstanding commitment to student achievement, academic growth, and innovative learning opportunities for all students, particularly through use of digital tools. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Alma Bryant High School was selected by Character.org as a Character Ed. School for its implementation of our Character Ed. Initiative. This national recognition highlights the meaningful impact Bryant is making through positive relationships, restorative practices, and character-driven leadership while aligning with Character.org’s respected 11 Principles Framework for Schools. Character.org is a nationally recognized organization dedicated to promoting character development, ethical leadership, positive school culture, and academic excellence in schools and communities across the country. #LearningLeading #PersevernacePropelsProgress

All MCPSS offices are closed today in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the holiday while remembering and honoring those who gave all in defense of freedom. #LearningLeading

Visitors to the Environmental Studies Center had a great time learning about pollinators and other wildlife last weekend at the Buzzin' About Nature event sponsored by the ESC and the Mobile County Beekeepers Association. The ESC will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday throughout the summer. #LearningLeading

Semmes Elementary has had a blast celebrating student success during the last week of school. Students have enjoyed silly string wars, blowing bubbles, decorating the sidewalk with chalk, and filling their teachers' faces with pies and temporary tattoos. The cherry on top was turning Principal Jennifer Fetner into a human ice cream sundae. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Eight new leaves were added this week to the Giving Tree at MCPSS Central Office, which recognizes educators who were named Teacher of the Year or have earned state or national awards. Joining the tree this year are: MCPSS Teachers of the Year Jennifer Asberry of Council Traditional, Daniela Yunker of Barton Academy and Dr. Chelsea Tanous of Davidson High; Stephanie Bondora of Davidson, the Alabama State Science Teacher of Promise;
Brenda Box of Mary G. Montgomery, the Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals Assistant Principal of the Year; Keisha Mack of B.T. Washington Middle and Dr. Mary Alice Pouliot of Barton Academy, who each won the LAMP Award of Exceptional Service to Alabama Libraries; and Jae Lynne Yerena of Grand Bay Middle, the Alabama Art Education Association's New Art Educator of the Year. They were joined at the ceremony by their principals, MCPSS Superintendent Chresal D. Threadgill, and school board members Sherry Dillihay-McDade and Don Stringfellow. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Congratulations to the MCPSS Career and Technical Education students who were awarded the prestigious Jon H. Poteat Scholarship through the National Technical Honor Society! They are: Abby Sizemore, Michael Vickers and Rahaf Mustafa of Baker; Myiah Doss of Citronelle; Maria Mateo of Mary G. Montgomery; Jarhiya Davis of Williamson; and David Nameesai of Theodore (and Bryant Career Tech). #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Congratulations to Baker High School's Kendall Brown, who was named Mobile County Female Athlete of the Year by the Mobile County Coaches Association! Kendall has been named to the All-County teams for both indoor and outdoor track and field each of her four years in high school. She has won three AHSAA state championships, has been named a 2025 Adidas All-American, and holds the school record in the long jump and triple jump. She graduated this week with a 3.5 GPA and will attend Jacksonville State University in the fall. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress