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Catch the middle school football championships live this afternoon on mcpssTV! Phillips faces Lott in the small division championship at 4 p.m., and Causey takes on Scarborough for the large division title at 6 p.m. Tune in to Comcast 15, Mediacom 85, AT&T U-verse 99, Roku boxes, Facebook or YouTube. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

It's National School Lunch Week, a time to show our appreciation to the cafeteria workers who serve healthy, nutritious breakfasts and lunches to our students each day. On Wednesday morning, the kitchen crew at Grand Bay Middle School prepared hamburgers, fries, carrots and fresh fruit before the first lunch wave. Thank you for all you do! #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Donald Knapp says he loves teaching at Faulkner Career Technical Center because he gets to work in a garage and talk with students about cars. They appreciate his knowledge and dedication, as Knapp is this week's WKRG Golden Apple winner. “He’s one of the best teachers I’ve ever had because he believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself. And he showed me that I could do stuff,” said student Ramsey McCraven, who nominated Knapp for the award. See the broadcast: https://www.wkrg.com/golden-apple/faulkner-career-tech-teacher-gets-his-hands-dirty-for-his-students/. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

It’s National School Lunch Week and many of our schools are celebrating with festive decorations and themed menus! This year’s theme is “Taste the World” and students are off on a delicious adventure around the globe, enjoying some of their favorite foods inspired by other countries. Today, students at Robbins Elementary School made a special stop in Italy, enjoying spaghetti, cheesy garlic bread, and Italian music. We can’t wait to see where tomorrow’s adventure will take us! #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Ninth-grade Health Science students at Clark-Shaw School of Math, Science & Technology successfully earned their BLS (Basic Life Support) certification this month! They demonstrated essential life-saving skills, including CPR on adult and infant manikins, as well as anti-choking maneuvers such as the Heimlich and back thrusts for infants. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

John Will Elementary fourth-grader Lyric Buchanon loves science and is looking forward to doing more experiments. She also likes to draw, and is excited about trying out for cheerleading. She served as a school ambassador last year. When she grows up, she wants to be a gymnast, police officer or a lawyer. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Watch the High School Volleyball Match of the Week between LeFlore and Williamson live on mcpssTV Tuesday night! The action starts at 5:30 p.m. and can be seen on Comcast 15, Mediacom 85, AT&T U-verse 99, Roku boxes, Facebook or YouTube. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Students at Eichold-Mertz School of Math, Science & Technology spent a day learning from some amazing local heroes last week during Community Helper Day! A chef shared the art of cooking, nurses taught how to care for others, and Family Intervention Team members reminded them about the power of kindness and support. Students were also visited by a firefighter, a physical therapist, and Mobile police officers. Thanks to all who participated! #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

First-graders in Ms. Mohler’s class at Kate Shepard Elementary were hard at work in the construction zone last week to celebrate a successful first quarter. Students built houses with 3D shapes, completed building inspections to identify shapes, and used bulldozers to plow through addition and subtraction. They also put their grammar and reading skills to the test and worked together to construct complete sentences. They have built a strong foundation and are ready to start second quarter Monday! #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Mary G. Montgomery's Academy of Agribusiness will open its annual Fall Plant Sale on Monday! It’ll still be a little early for fall flowers, and inventory will be limited on veggies like broccoli, cauliflower, collards, mustard, and cabbage. But they'll have plenty of pansies, mixed pots, perennials, dianthus, and snapdragons to add some color and life to your fall gardens. They'll be open from 8-10:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit the MGM Academy of Agribusiness Facebook page for updates! #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Career and Technical Student Organization student leaders and advisors representing all 12 MCPSS high schools and three Career Technical Centers sharpened their leadership skills this week at the 2025 JLDC Conference at the Mobile Convention Center. This experience will help them grow as leaders and remind them that real leadership starts with listening, connecting, and showing up for your team. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

The Williamson High School Culinary Arts Department hosted a Mobile Fire-Rescue Department Fire & Life Safety Expo on Thursday, and showed off their skills in a Grill-Off with the MFRD, winning both the chicken and rib categories. The community event featured a variety of fire safety demonstrations and interactive activities. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

It's game day! Watch the High School Football Game of the Week between Williamson and UMS-Wright live tonight on mcpssTV. Tune in at 6:50 p.m. on Comcast 15, Mediacom 85, AT&T U-verse 99, Roku boxes, Facebook or YouTube. #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Reminder: Friday, October 10, is a Virtual Learning Day and there will be no school for students. It is also the last day of the first quarter. Teachers will make assignments for students to complete at home. #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

Congratulations to Keisha Mack, media specialist at B.T. Washington Middle School, who recently received a 2025 Herman Moore LAMP Award of Exceptional Service to Alabama libraries. She is pictured with James Taylor, the Alabama Library Expo President.

Marching bands from Theodore, Mary G. Montgomery, Alma Bryant and Citronelle will join Davidson and several other bands from around the area this Saturday at the YayBand Contest, hosted by the Sound of Mobile at Davidson. The show starts at 4 p.m. and you can see a full schedule on the YayBand Contest Facebook page. Purchase advance tickets on GoFan:
https://gofan.co/event/4406282?schoolId=AL12310. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Several schools were recognized at the MCPSS Principals' Meeting this week for outstanding participation in the 2024-25 United Way campaign. Holloway Elementary, Phillips Preparatory and LeFlore Magnet High School received awards for being the district's top fundraising schools. Council Traditional School received the Spirit Award for the top employee giving. Schools and departments will start United Way campaigns in mid-January. All funds raised stay in our local community, with a significant portion of funds helping MCPSS students and families. #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Congratulations to Davidson High School junior Breanna Mosley, the WKRG News 5 Scholar-Athlete of the Week! Mosley plays soccer and varsity volleyball, bringing unmatched energy and enthusiasm and lifting up her teammates. She's an International Baccalaureate student who carries a 4.1 GPA and participates in Davidson's Model United Nations. She also volunteers at the Salvation Army. See the broadcast: https://www.wkrg.com/high-school-football/scholar-athlete-of-the-week/breanna-mosley-of-davidson-high-school/. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

Mobile County Public Schools has the best counselors! Five MCPSS School Counselors were honored this month with the Alabama School Counseling Association's Program of Distinction Award and one was recognized as the Alabama New School Counselor of the Year. The Program of Distinction Award recognizes school counseling programs that demonstrate high implementation of a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program.

The Alabama New School Counselor of the Year is Faith Hammons of Alba Middle.
The Program of Distinction Award winners are: Nikki Dailey and Demetria Smith of B.C. Rain, 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 all these exemplary counselors! #LearningLeading #PeseverancePropelsProgress