MCPSS custodians are working hard to keep our schools clean! This week, 320 MCPSS custodians participated in a professional development training focused on cleaning techniques, equipment usage, and chemical safety to maintain cleaner, safer campuses for students and staff.
Participants received hands-on instruction with new cleaning equipment and learned best practices for handling and applying cleaning chemicals effectively and responsibly. #PerseverancePropelsProgress
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A group of custodians
The Class of 2026 is in the house! This year's senior class kicked off their final year of high school in style around the county, excited and ready to make their senior year the best yet. Enjoy your senior year, and remember, #PerseverancePropelsProgress!
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
Three girls wearing makeshift tiaras and shirts that read "Senior"

Mobile County Public Schools Superintendent Chresal D. Threadgill visited several schools in Mobile as classes opened for the 2025-26 school year today, including Kate Shepard Elementary and Denton Magnet School of Technology. #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
Superintendent Chresal Threadgill stands behind a classroom of students
Welcome back, students! Mobile County Public Schools opened for the first day of the 2025-26 school year this morning, and our teachers and principals were waiting with hugs and smiles as their students entered the doorway for the new school year. Share your first-day photos in the comments or with the hashtag #PerseverancePropelsProgress. Let's make it a great 2025-26!
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A boy in a bowtie walking with a bag and lunchbox
Students return to school tomorrow! Help us keep our students safe by slowing down in school zones, heeding the directions of crossing guards, and stopping when you see the flashing lights of a school bus. #PerseverancePropelsProgress
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A school bus stop arm
The start of a new school year at high schools like Mary G. Montgomery means it's time for seniors to paint their parking spots! Check out some of the creative designs the Vikings' Class of 2026 painted. #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
Two girls painting a parking spot in pink
Davidson High School celebrated its AP Scholars at a ceremony on Friday. To be named an AP Scholar, a student must earn a score of 3 or higher on at least three Advanced Placement exams. The College Board’s AP program allows academically prepared students to take rigorous college-level courses, and they can receive credit from most colleges and universities if they earn a score of 3 or higher on an AP exam, which are graded on 5-point scale. Of the school's 125 AP Scholars, 27 were named AP Scholars with Honor for earning a score of 3 or higher on at least four AP exams, and 38 were named AP Scholars with Distinction for earning a 3 or higher on at least five AP exams. #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A large group of students standing on a stage, holding certificates
Six Mobile County Public Schools counselors will receive the Program of Distinction Award from the Alabama School Counselor Association during the Alabama Counselor Association Fall Conference in November in Birmingham. They are: Nikki Dailey and Demetria Smith of B.C. Rain High School, Jennifer Feagin of Craighead Elementary, Zatavia Spears of Pillans Middle, Buckley Freeman of Eichold-Mertz Magnet, and Amber Turner of North Mobile County K-8. Congratulations to these standout counselors! #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
Photos of the six counselors who have been named Program of Distinction Award winners for 2025
Teachers aren't the only ones getting ready for school! At Denton Magnet School of Technology on Thursday, students in the Peer Helpers Program were setting up hall displays before the Meet the Teacher event began. The Peer Helpers is a counseling program in which students are encouraged to work together to solve problems. The students who lead the program also plan campus-wide events, including Red Ribbon Week in October. #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
Two students stand at a table behind a poster board that reads "Peers at Denton"
Congratulations to Theodore High School's Key Club, the first-place recipient of the Signature Project Club Award, Bronze Division! Members of Key Club, led by Dr. Hoffman, made blankets for members of the community, including USA Children's & Women's hospital and local animal shelters. The Alabama Key Club recognized the Theodore chapter for making an impact in the community, showing excellent leadership, and racking up a cumulative of over 1,000 hours of community service in one year. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A photo of a dress, sewing machine and spindles of thread with a caption that reads: Theodore High School Service Project of Sewing

Baker High School celebrated 134 AP Scholars at a ceremony on August 5 in the school's media center. AP teachers also received certificates of appreciation during the event. To be named an AP Scholar, a student must earn a score of 3 or higher on at least three Advanced Placement exams. The College Board’s AP program allows academically prepared students to take rigorous college-level courses, and they can receive credit from most colleges and universities if they earn a score of 3 or higher on an AP exam, which are graded on 5-point scale. Of the school's 134 AP Scholars, 21 were named AP Scholars with Honor for earning a score of 3 or higher on at least four AP exams, and 43 were named AP Scholars with Distinction for earning a 3 or higher on at least five AP exams. #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A group photo of Baker High School's AP scholars, holding their certificates

Congratulations to the four MCPSS JROTC cadets who received National Army or Navy ROTC Scholarships this past school year! They are: Cadet SGM Evan Eleekima, Blount High School; Cadet COL Hannah Watson of Alma Bryant High School; Cadet COL Mercedes English of Murphy High School (Army) and Cadet Tyler Dailey of Davidson High School (Navy). Each also received a number of academic scholarships as well. #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
Cdt SGM Evan Eleekima stands with MCPSS Director of Army Instruction LTC Chevelle Thomas and another gentleman

Teachers at MCPSS schools around the county are energized and ready for the 2025-26 school year! They've been gathering this week for professional development and team-building sessions, while having a little fun in the process. It's all part of creating engaging, nurturing learning environments for their students this fall. See you on August 11! #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A row of teachers in a classroom, with one holding a sign that reads "Big Impact"

Mobile County Public Schools was excited to cut the ribbon this morning on the beautifully renovated LeFlore Magnet High School. Superintendent Chresal D. Threadgill, Commissioner Sherry Dillihay-McDade and LeFlore Principal Dr. Antonio Williams addressed a crowd of alumni and dignitaries who gathered for the occasion. The project, completed by the MCPSS Facilities Division, Goodwyn Mills Cawood and Rolin Construction, added more than 164,400 square feet of classroom space and added a new main building that faces St. Stephens Road. "This is a great morning for Rattler Nation and Mobile County Public Schools," Mr. Threadgill said. "LeFlore is now a state-of-the-art facility -- one of which we should all be proud." #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A group of people with scissors cut a green ribbon in front of LeFlore Magnet High School
Julia Panchenko, a senior at Davidson High School and four-year varsity bowler, just made waves at the Junior Gold National Championships! Out of 562 girls in the U18 division, Julia placed 41st — the only competitor from Alabama to advance in her division and one of just four from the entire state to reach the final advancers round out of more than 3,00 youth bowlers nationwide. Congratulations, Julia! #LearningLeading
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
two people in bowling shirts standing in a bowling alley
High School marching bands around the county have been working hard in the summer heat to hit all the right notes this fall! Alma Bryant's band, flag team and Kicking Cane dancers gave a sneak peek of its halftime show in a community performance. Be sure to catch your local high school's band performing this fall! #LearningLeading
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A row of saxophone players performing on a field
MCPSS schools are gearing up for the 2025-26 school year! Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies recently held its Explorer Camp for new sixth-graders, including a scavenger hunts, physical fitness, music and world language exploration. Other schools around the county will be having Meet the Teacher days this week. Check your school's Facebook page or website for details. #LearningLeading
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
Students in lanyards entering a doorway
Ronwick Thomas, an eighth-grader at Denton Magnet School of Technology, was selected for the Space Academy for Leading Students in Alabama (SALSA) scholarship while training like an astronaut for a week at the U. S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville. Congratulations, Ronwick! #LearningLeading
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A boy in a blue flight suit holding a certificate that reads "Official Camp Graduate"
Teachers and administrators in the Theodore High feeder pattern got some inspiration for the new school year from principal, motivational speaker, and unofficial education comedian-in-chief Gerry Brooks during their Back-to-School Bash. Known for his hilarious takes on teacher life, Brooks also shared heartfelt reminders about the impact educators make every day. “It’s all about relationships,” he reminded them. Bring on the 2025-26 school year! #LearningLeading
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
Gerry Brooks gestures on stage below a sign that reads "Find Your Happy Place"
A total of 292 Mobile County Public Schools students were named AP Scholars after the 2024-25 school year! This means they earned a score of 3 or higher on at least three Advanced Placement exams, proving their mastery of rigorous, college-level courses and earning college credit. Forty-nine of those students were also named AP Scholars with Honor for earning a score of 3 or higher on at least four AP exams, and 38 were also named AP Scholars with Distinction for earning a 3 or higher on at least five AP exams. Baker High School, the only southwest Alabama school offering the prestigious AP Capstone Program, led the system with 133 AP Scholars, while Davidson was second with 125. Alma Bryant, Citronelle, LeFlore Magnet and Murphy high schools also had AP Scholars. Congratulations to all! #LearningLeading
5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools
A graphic celebrating Mobile County Public Schools' 292 AP Scholars