Dear MPS Families and Staff,
Following a thorough evaluation of campus staffing coverage, all Montgomery Public Schools and administrative offices will be CLOSED tomorrow, Friday, October 9.
This operational decision was made to prioritize students' safety and supervision throughout the district. We are facing a high volume of employee leave requests, anticipated regional effects from Hurricane Isaias, a declared State of Emergency in Montgomery County, and the rescheduling of Alabama State University's annual Homecoming. These factors prevent us from maintaining adequate operational coverage across the district.
All campus buildings and administrative facilities will remain closed, and there will be no in-person or remote instruction tomorrow. All MPS campuses will reopen for normal operations on Tuesday, October 13, following the scheduled federal holiday.
Guidance regarding Friday evening athletics will be communicated directly by school leadership.
We deeply appreciate your patience, flexibility, and understanding as we work to ensure a safe environment for our scholars and staff.
Sincerely,
Montgomery Public Schools Leadership
We are currently seeing a significant increase in employee leave requests across teachers, support staff, bus drivers, and other personnel. Our substitute staffing vendor is experiencing a high volume of requests and limited coverage. Adequate staffing is critical to maintaining a safe, secure, and productive learning environment for our scholars. District leadership is actively evaluating staffing coverage across all campuses.
We will continue assessing our operational needs and will provide families and staff with an official update no later than 12:00 p.m. tomorrow, October 8, regarding any adjustments to school schedules or operations.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and ongoing support of Montgomery Public Schools.
Our coaches do far more than teach the fundamentals of sports—they build character, instill discipline, foster teamwork, and inspire our student-athletes to strive for excellence both on the field and in the classroom.
Thank you to all of our MPS coaches for your tireless dedication, late hours, and endless belief in our students!
Families residing within the attendance zone of an MPS conversion charter school (Davis Elementary, Nixon Elementary, or Bellingrath Middle) can enroll their scholar in a traditional MPS school.
Click the link for more information: https://www.mps.k12.al.us/page/charter-schools
Today and every day, we celebrate the passion, dedication, and heart our teachers bring into the classroom. You inspire minds, ignite curiosity, and shape the future of our community one student at a time.
Help us celebrate our educators! Tag your favorite MPS teacher in the comments below and tell them how much they mean to you!
Every single day, our custodial team works tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our classrooms, hallways, and campuses clean, safe, and welcoming for our students and staff. They are the heartbeat of our school facilities!
We encourage our MPS Family to appreciate our custodians every day!
On National Manufacturing Day, Montgomery Public Schools celebrates the power of modern manufacturing and career technical education!
A HUGE thank you to our amazing Partner in Education, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, for investing in our students, opening doors to high-tech STEM careers, and helping us build the leaders of tomorrow. ⚙️
Throughout the month of October (October 1–31), Montgomery Public Schools stands in solidarity with fighters, honors courageous survivors, and remembers those we’ve lost.
We encourage our entire MPS family to spread awareness and support early detection education. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against breast cancer! ✨
At Montgomery Public Schools, we are committed to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive environments where every student feels valued and respected.
Kindness starts with us! Throughout this month, our schools will focus on promoting empathy, standing up to bullying, and fostering a culture of inclusion across all campuses.
Together, we can make a difference. Let’s choose kindness, speak up, and support one another!
Save thousands on your child’s college tuition!💰 Through dual enrollment, your 10th–12th grader can earn real college credits right now while still in high school. Find out how at the Montgomery Public Schools Dual Enrollment College Fair on Thursday, Oct. 8, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m.
Save the Date: Math on the Move! ➗✖️
Montgomery Public Schools invites all students and families to our first district-wide math play date! Come out for an evening filled with interactive numeracy stations, helpful homework strategies, and free take-home learning supplies.
📅 Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM)
📍 Location: True Divine Baptist Church (4601 Troy Highway)
🍽️ Dinner will be served!
MPS REMINDER: Join us Monday, Sept. 28 (5:30–7:00 PM) at the MPS Leadership Center (Bldg B, 720 Grove St) for our Parent-Teacher Roadmap Workshop! Learn strategies for partnering with teachers & supporting your student at home. REGISTER NOW!
Applications are officially open for Parent University, Cohort I (2026–2027)!
Facilitated by the MPS Office of Federal Programs, this initiative is designed to empower parents, elevate students, and strengthen our community.
Up to 150 parents will be selected.
Join us for an opportunity to Inform • Connect • Empower as we come together to support students, strengthen families, and build brighter futures.
September 25, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Bellinger Hill Auditorium 1153 S. Lawrence Street
Come connect, learn about resources and supports, and discover opportunities that can make a difference for students and families.
Together We Make a Difference!
As the season changes, we’re looking forward to crisp weather, cozy sweater days, and colorful leaves falling from trees as we continue learning and growing across the district.
What's your favorite thing about fall?
Ready to get a head start on college credit? Join us for the MPS Dual Enrollment College Fair at the LAMP High School Gymnasium! Connect with representatives from ASU, Trenholm State, AUM, the University of Alabama, Auburn, and Troy University.
Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: LAMP High School Gymnasium (1700 McGee Rd, Montgomery, AL)
Explore, connect, enroll, and build your future!
