Mobile County Public Schools

Alphabet arcs are a great way for kindergarteners to build their alphabet knowledge. The kindergarteners at George Hall Elementary are using them to recognize letters in order, strengthen letter-sound connections, and build confidence as early readers. #PeserverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

A student at a desk, with an alphabet arc in front of him

Mobile County Public Schools was named United Way of Southwest Alabama's Outstanding Community Partner for 2025 at the UWSWA annual meeting held October 1.
MCPSS employees and students were recognized for having donated more than $2,000,000 to United Way over the past 30 years, including more than $200,000 during the 2024-25 campaign.
Dr. Monica Motley, United Way chairperson for MCPSS, accepted the award. "This award is a testament to the kindness and generosity of our employees and students, and their strong commitment to helping our neighbors in need. Supporting United Way is important because all contributions stay in our local community. In fact, many of our own students and families receive support from United Way partner agencies," Dr. Motley said.
Several employees who are active United Way campaign volunteers also attended the annual meeting, which featured guest speaker Tyrone Prothro, a standout football player at the University of Alabama, and now a high school football coach in north Alabama. "Tyrone's message was about how important it is to build community support through organizations like United Way. As a child and teen, Tyrone's family experienced a lot of hardship, including two house fires. Through the support of his community, including his school family, he was able to overcome challenges to succeed on the football field, graduate from college, and now positively influence the students he works with at Jasper High," said Chuck Harben, Education Co-Chair for this year's UWSWA campaign.
MCPSS will kick off its 2025-26 United Way campaign in mid-January with a campaign coordinators meeting. Employees will receive their donation cards around January 20.

5 months ago, Joy McGough

MCPSS was named Outstanding Community Partner of the Year by United Way.

Dr. Monica Motley accepts the Community Partner of the Year award for MCPSS.

A group of MCPSS employees at the United Way annual meeting

Burroughs Elementary CNP manager Joanne Nelson has worked in MCPSS school cafeterias for 37 years, serving as a manager for 25. She tried to retire once, but missed it so much she came back. Now she's back in the cafeteria where she once ate as a Burroughs student. "I really love what I do," she said. "I've always been organized ... I enjoy the kids more than anything. I enjoy feeding them." #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Ms. Demming's third-graders at Spencer-Westlawn Elementary gained visual context on a Social Studies lesson on continents and oceans last week by making balloon globes. Nice job! #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Fifth-grader Q'Asia Robinson loves being a school ambassador at Burroughs Elementary, and strives to serve as a role model for younger classmates. She also loves to read and to practice majorette dancing and cheerleading routines with her sister. She hopes to be cheerleader in middle school and a majorette in a marching band when she gets to high school. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Many MCPSS elementary schools have a Club Day to allow students to pursue a hobby or another extracurricular area of interest. Anna Booth Elementary School started its Club Day this month, with students in kindergarten through second grade enjoying Art, Legos, Cooking and other options. while students in Grades 3-5 chose between Art, Athletics, Cheer, Cooking, Gaming Unplugged, Drama, Robotics, STEM, Spanish, Legos, Running club and more! #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Senior Health Science students from Alma Bryant High School participated this week in a Stop the Bleed course, made possible by a visit from Mobile County EMS. They learned vital life-saving skills, including how to recognize life-threatening bleeding, apply direct pressure, pack a wound, and properly use a tourniquet. They also gained knowledge on emergency response procedures, assessing situations quickly and safely, and remaining calm under pressure, preparing them for real-world medical emergencies. #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Four students practicing applying gauze to stop bleeding

Kate Shepard Elementary recently supported the battle against childhood cancer by holding a Madalyn Franklin Day. Students and staff honored the former Kate Shepard student, who battled neuroblastoma, by wearing gold shirts and accessories, and donating to receive a Childhood Cancer Awareness wristband in support of the cause. All donations collected will benefit Camp Rap-A-Hope. #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

A group of students in yellow shirts standing in a hallway

Congratulations to the Lott Middle School LOTC cadets, who won first place overall in a recent squad drill competition! Cadet Wilder also won first place on the female individual drill competition. #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

A group of middle school JROTC students in uniform, standing with a trophy

Congratulations to Mary G. Montgomery junior Gracelynn Dew, the WKRG News 5 Scholar-Athlete of the Week! Dew plays varsity volleyball and her coaches say she goes above and beyond on and off the court. She has a 4.2 GPA and is an AP student. She's a member of the Montgomery Maniacs, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, English National Honor Society, and Storm Volleyball Club. View the broadcast: https://www.wkrg.com/high-school-football/scholar-athlete-of-the-week/gracelynn-dew-of-mary-g-montgomery-goes-above-and-beyond/. #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Gracelynn Dew of Mary G. Montgomery stands with the U.S. Sports University's eagle mascot

Congratulations to Emmalyn and Addalyn Chappell of Barton Academy for Advanced World Studies, who won the City of Mobile's Kids Day: Young Entrepreneur Pitch Competition with their business: Just Beads! They received a three-month membership at Innovation Portal to continue building their business dreams. #PerseverancePropelsProgress #LearningLeading

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Two girls holding a trophy, standing behind a table filled with bracelets and necklaces

Watch the High School Football Game of the Week between Alma Bryant and Citronelle live on mcpssTV on Friday night! Tune in tomorrow at 6:50 p.m. on Comcast 15, Mediacom 85, AT&T U-verse 99, Roku boxes, Facebook or YouTube. #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Graphic promoting the High School Football Game of the Week between Alma Bryant and Citronelle on Friday, September 26

It's homecoming week at North Mobile County K-8! Students and staff kicked if off in style with "Twin Day." #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Two students dressed as the Lorax from Dr. Seuss

Sometimes, the best way to learn is by doing! Pre-K students at Gilliard Elementary learned about plants this week by planting their own celery. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Pre-K student watching their teacher plant celery in a pot

Congratulations to the 2025-26 JROTC Cadet Brigade Command! These cadets excelled in a rigorous interview process and have displayed strong leadership qualities. They will organize JROTC events such as drill competitions throughout the county this school year.

They are:
Cadet Brigade Commander: C/LTC Trinity Moore, Alma Bryant
Cadet Command Sergeant Major: C/CSM Kaden Brooks, Baker
Cadet Deputy Brigade Commander: C/LTC Jaimee Roberts, Citronelle
Cadet Brigade Operations Officer: C/LTC Zamara Hudson, Williamson
Cadet Brigade Logistics Officer: C/LTC Ke'Asia Davis, B.C. Rain

Moore, Brooks, Roberts and Davis were honored in promotion ceremonies at their high schools on Wednesday. Hudson's promotion ceremony will be held at Williamson next week. Congratulations to all! #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Trinity Moore of Alma Bryant, standing in uniform with four JROTC instructors

On differents days this month, MCPSS schools around the county have been welcoming grandparents to campus for Grandparents Day. Last week, the Pre-K students at Mary G. Montgomery enjoyed some treats and activities with their grandparents. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

A boy smiles and waves while sitting at a cafeteria table with his grandmother

Want to see some of the best high school marching bands in the area all in one place? Check out the Azalea City Marching Band Festival this Saturday, September 27, at Mary G. Montgomery! Bands from across the area will showcase their 2025 halftime shows and receive judges' critiques at the event, which starts at noon. Purchase tickets at: http://bit.ly/4mu5ctj. #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Graphic promoting the Azalea City Marching Band Festival on Saturday, September 27

Watch the High School Volleyball Match of the Week between Murphy and LeFlore live on mcpssTV on Tuesday night! Tune in at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow on Comcast 15, Mediacom 85, AT&T U-verse 99, Roku boxes, Facebook or YouTube. #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Graphic promoting the High School Volleyball Match of the Week between Murphy and LeFlore on Tuesday, September 23

If you go to Bellingrath Gardens in the next few weeks, check out the scarecrow and decorations designed by students from Bryant Career Technical Center! Bryant's FFA chose a Plants Vs. Zombies theme and its president, Chloe Stanley, designed a digital image. Bryant Manufacturing students cut the design using its CNC machine. After students painted it and made the little character pumpkins, Bryant's ag construction class helped install it at Bellingrath. #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

A Halloween decoration featuring pumpkins and a zombie atop bales of hay

Students at Clark-Shaw School of Math, Science & Technology celebrated Constitution Day last week with a variety of fun activities. They explored what it means to be a U.S. citizen and the different pathways to citizenship. The also competed in a Constitution Day Escape Room, using teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving to make their escape. #LearningLeading #PerseverancePropelsProgress

5 months ago, Mobile County Public Schools

Four students sitting around a table with sheets of paper, talking