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New Episode Alert! Superintendent Dr. Zickeyous Byrd joins us to discuss Montgomery Public Schools’ bold new initiatives. Learn how MPS is expanding student opportunities, strengthening academic excellence, and creating career ready pathways for every student. Listen now: https://www.mps.k12.al.us/page/stronger-together-mps-podcast #MontgomeryPublicSchools #MPSPodcast #StudentSuccess
MPS releases 2025–2026 Family & Community Engagement Needs Assessment – District Analysis
Montgomery Public Schools received 1,855 parent responses, representing 7.2% of district enrollment.
Survey highlights include:
• Preferred communication: Text (85%), Email (69.7%), Phone (47.1%)
• 75.1% of parents feel confident supporting their child’s learning
• Preferred event times: Evenings (5:00–7:00 p.m.) – 64.1% and Virtual options – 48.3%
These insights will guide future MPS Family and Community Engagement efforts.
Winter Break Reminder!
Schools closed Fri, Dec 19th for teacher PD.
Student winter break: Dec 19th – Jan 5th.
Students return Jan 6th.
Wishing all our families a joyful and restful holiday!
Exciting things are happening at MPS. Our Key Initiatives are opening doors for students and strengthening our schools. Which one are you most excited about? #MPSProud #TheBestIsYetToCome #FutureFocused
Our Lady Tigers are STATE RUNNER-UPS with a strong 198 team score! 🔥
🏅 Relay Highlights:
• 5th – 200 Medley (Park, Jung, Kim, Jeong)
• 4th – 200 Free (Kim, Jung, Brandt, Mass)
• 2nd – 400 Free (Park, Mass, Kim, Jeong)
🏅 Individual Standouts:
• Mass – 2nd (200 IM), 4th (100 Breast)
• Park – 4th (200 IM), 6th (100 Back)
• Kim – 5th (100 Fly)
• Jeong – 2nd (50 Free), 4th (100 Back)
Huge congratulations to Lyndee Mass, Samantha Brandt, Rachel Jeong, Eunyou Kim, Yujin Jung, and Anna Park! 🔥
Montgomery Public Schools is proud to celebrate one of our own! 🏈
Join NFL running back and MPS alum Jacory Croskey-Merritt for the Inaugural Nike & Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, November 22 at Sheridan Heights Community Center.
Meet Jacory, enjoy free burgers, and take part in the drive-through turkey and produce giveaway — plus a chance to receive autographed Nike gear!
Lace up and join the City of Montgomery for the Gobble Wobble 5k! Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, let’s make this a Thanksgiving week to remember! 🏃♂️🦃 https://runsignup.com/Race/AL/Montgomery/The5KGobbleWobble
Boys and girls can build skills, learn teamwork, and compete in a fun, supportive environment.
Register NOW until Dec. 8 . In-person registration available daily—see graphic for full details.
$40 (cash only)
Let’s make this another great season. See you on the court! 🏀✨
Pamela Portis (District 2) is the new Board President, previously serving as Vice President.
Arica Watkins-Smith (District 7) is the new Vice President, previously serving as President.
Both leaders bring experience, dedication, and a strong commitment to our students and community.
📣 FINAL REMINDER: Dual Enrollment applications are due this Friday for the Spring 2026 term!
Don’t miss your chance to get a head start on college credits while still in high school. https://sites.google.com/mps.k12.al.us/mpsccr/dual-enrollment
Calling all MPS freshmen (traditional high schools) and families! ✨🎄
Join us this December for Freshmen Family Skills Night — a fun, hands-on evening hosted by the Office of Parental Engagement and AU GEAR UP Achieve!
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/t5PWs1HSX1EUd9xo6
Learn. Connect. Level up for high school success. 🚀
#AUGearUp #ParentalEngagement
📣 Reminder: All MPS schools and offices will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. School will resume Wednesday.
Through the MPS Living Lit program, our middle school students are diving into powerful conversations about identity, resilience, and the choices that shape us. #LivingLit #MPSProud #ourschoolsourcommunitiesourfuture
