Mary B. Austin Elementary fifth-grader Josephine Crane recently delivered appreciation baskets to pediatric nurses at USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital as part of her Red Ribbon community service project. Inspired by this year’s theme, “We Love Our Hometown Heroes,” she organized a Pajama Day fundraiser and used the proceeds to fill baskets with snacks and self-care goodies for all five nurse break rooms at the hospital. Great idea! #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Rylan Besaw, a fifth-grader at Gilliard Elementary School, is one of Mobile County Public Schools' Elementary Learning Leading Award winners! He's a straight-A student who is known for his inspiring leadership and a heart for service. Rylan is the school’s Flag Pole Representative, a role that he serves with responsibility and pride. In his free time at Gilliard, he tutors first-graders who are struggling with reading. He also enjoys volunteer work, most recently wrapping Christmas presents to bring joy to underserved families in the Gilliard community. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
On Friday, Mobile County Public Schools surprised Anniston Byrd, a fifth-grader at McDavid-Jones Elementary, with the news that she is one of the 2026 Elementary Learning Leading Award winners! Anniston is a member of the gifted and talented program, the National Elementary Honor Society and the Wildcat National News broadcast team. She plays volleyball and soccer. As a member of Restoration Church, she sings with the children’s ministry and has taken part in community service projects including lawn care for senior citizens, delivering groceries to families in need, delivering water donations to the local fire department, and organizing a Christmas gift drive. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Mobile County Public Schools surprised Farah Hujier, a senior at Davidson, this week with the news that she is the 2026 High School Learning Leading Award winner. Farah is an International Baccalaureate student who helped the Davidson RobotEx team win at the South's BEST competition, and who has been a leader of the Davidson Invitational Model United Nations. She is also a Student Government Representative, a member of the French Club, and a two-season cross-country athlete. As the daughter of Syrian immigrants, Farah has grown up witnessing her parents’ sacrifices as they rebuilt their lives and careers in the United States. This experience has developed her into a leader who has pride in her identity and empathy for others facing hardship. She plans to attend the University of Michigan and study chemical engineering. #LearningLeading
Benjamin Stringfellow, an eighth-grader at Phillips Preparatory School, is Mobile County Public Schools' Middle School Learning Leading Award winner for 2026. He earns straight As in the International Baccalaureate magnet program, serves as the Student Government Association President, and is a member of the National Junior Honor Society, the MCPSS Honor Band and the Phillips robotics team. Outside of school, he volunteers at multiple community organizations with the missions team at Christ United Methodist Church. According to Johnnie Williams, Phillips Preparatory Principal: “Ben’s determination, character, leadership and unwavering commitment to doing the right thing make him a truly outstanding student and a positive influence on everyone around him.” #LearningLeading
Nothing beats learning by doing! Automotive Technology students at Faulkner Career Technical Center tackled a major project this week, removing a motor from a damaged truck frame and successfully installing it into a new one. In MCPSS Career & Technical Education programs, students get hands-on experience and skills that prepare them for future careers. #PerserverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading
Congratulations to Davidson for winning the Hi-Q Championship on Thursday night. The Warriors faced semifinalists Murphy and McGill-Toolen in the academic competition. The championship match and the entire season featuring 18 local teams will air on mcpssTV in April. #LearningLeading
Congratulations to the winners of the annual Calvin Crist Driver Education Road-e-o! Rosalie Miller of Alma Bryant earned first place, Baker's Jace Law placed second, and LeFlore's KJ Walker finished third. The annual competition tests the skills of the top Driver Education students from around the county and highlights the importance of Driver Education. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Congratulations to Lily Smith of Davidson High School and Bryant Career Technical Center, Caroline Carter of Davidson and Maddie Brown of Baker, who recently received scholarships from the Mobile Retired Educators Association. These outstanding students impressed the scholarship committee with their dedication, academic excellence, and passion for learning. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Congratulations to Annah Murray of Alma Bryant High School, who has been selected as a member of the AHSAA Student Leadership Team this year. This statewide initiative empowers student-athletes to develop their leadership skills and promote sportsmanship within Alabama schools. Annah's selection is a reflection of her leadership, character, and commitment to excellence. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Congratulations to Baker's Meredith Kelley (right) and Davidson's Jackson Fox (center), who placed first and second, respectively, in representing Crichton Optimist Club at the Zone Oratorical Contest recently. They are joined by Haley Shepard of St. Paul's, who placed third. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
The Peer Helpers at Castlen Elementary recently collected toiletries to donate to a local homeless shelter, Ryan's Refuge. Castlen's first-graders, in particular, rose to the challenge, donating 232 toothbrushes and tubes of toothpaste! Also included in the donations were 48 bottles of body wash, 43 bottles of shampoo/conditioner, 140 deodorant sticks, and 23 bars of soap. Way to go, Cubs! #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
ACAP testing is continuing this week and MCPSS teachers are being creative in helping their students prepare. At O'Rourke Elementary, Ms. Williams’ third-graders reviewed for Reading ACAP and their last unit with a glow day, rotating through stations and completing different ELA tasks to review for the tests. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Congratulations to Citronelle High Career Coach Lakenda Craig, who was named a 2026 Changemakers Award recipient in the category of Industry, Trades, and Workforce at the Women’s History Month Awards Ceremony sponsored by City of Mobile Events.
She was honored for her commitment to connecting students with real-world opportunities through internships, industry partnerships, and workforce experiences. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
She was honored for her commitment to connecting students with real-world opportunities through internships, industry partnerships, and workforce experiences. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Seniors at Baker High School continued a long-standing tradition at the school last week, picking up their freshmen letters. During their ninth-grade English class with Ms. Ivey and Ms. Busby three years ago, students wrote a letter to their future selves. Now seniors, they received these letters during their lunch waves last week and were able to reflect on their high school journey and all that they accomplished. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Several Alma Bryant High students recently were named to the Bayou La Batre Youth Council! They got an opportunity to participate in a real Bayou La Batre City Council meeting, stepping into the roles of local government officials to learn more about how city government operates and the importance of civic engagement.
The students and their Youth Council roles were:
Mayor: Joreyan Dortch
Council Members:
Place 1: Jeremy Owens
Place 2: Abrahm Collier
Place 3: Cullen Billiot
Place 4: J.T. Esfeller
Place 5: Cooper Roberts
City Clerk: Jaslynn Byrne
City Attorney: Mia Cornelson
Municipal Judge: Justin Anderson
Court Magistrate: Victoria Tysyachuk
Chief of Police: Tucker Lewis
Fire Chief: Spencer McDonald
Students in Mrs. Mott’s Government class played a key role in preparing for this experience, as students learned the importance of leadership, responsibility and public service through classroom elections, debates and mock government activities. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Students in the Education and Training and the Horticulture programs at Bryant Career Technical Center hosted a fun and engaging outdoor classroom field trip for Dixon Elementary School first-graders this week. Students explored the life cycle of a plant, learned about pollinators, explored the sensory gardens, and practiced using weather instruments. They also got to decorate their own flower pot, enjoy a nature walk and a hayride, and plant marigolds to take home. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Pre-K students at Mary G. Montgomery celebrated St. Patrick's Day on Tuesday by disguising themselves as leprechauns in hopes of finding gold! As they paraded through the office, they discovered their treasure: Goldfish crackers. What a fun way to celebrate! #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Congratulations to six amazing MCPSS counselors who are being honored this year with RAMP Awards by the Alabama School Counseling Association. The RAMP (Recognized ASCA Model Program) Award recognizes school counselors who implement a comprehensive, data-driven program designed to close achievement gaps and improve student outcomes through providing direct services.
This year's honorees are:
-- Nikki Dailey and Demetria Smith of B.C. Rain High School
-- Jennifer Feagin of Craighead Elementary
-- Zatavia Spears of Pillans Middle School
-- Buckley Freeman of Eichold-Mertz School of Math, Science & Technology
-- Amber Turner of North Mobile County K-8
They will receive their awards during the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Conference in New Orleans in July. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
This year's honorees are:
-- Nikki Dailey and Demetria Smith of B.C. Rain High School
-- Jennifer Feagin of Craighead Elementary
-- Zatavia Spears of Pillans Middle School
-- Buckley Freeman of Eichold-Mertz School of Math, Science & Technology
-- Amber Turner of North Mobile County K-8
They will receive their awards during the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Conference in New Orleans in July. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
Congratulations to the Hi-Q teams from Davidson and Murphy, which won their respective semifinal matches this week! They both advanced to the Mobile County Hi-Q championship, where they'll square off against each other and McGill-Toolen on March 26 at 7 p.m. at the Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel. Good luck! #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress
