Hearing I will take place on September 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and Hearing II on September 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Both sessions will be held at the MPS Leadership Center in Training Room 1, located at 632 South Union Street.
Today, we honor the hard work and dedication of the workforce that builds and strengthens our community—including our dedicated MPS teachers, staff, and administrators! Enjoy a safe, restful day with your families. Reminder: All MPS schools and district offices are closed today.
Hearing I will take place on September 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and Hearing II on September 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Both sessions will be held at the MPS Leadership Center in Training Room 1, located at 632 South Union Street.
SCHOOL STARTED, BUT SPOTS ARE OPEN! Thought you missed your chance for a Magnet school spot this year? We have extended the K-12 Magnet application window through Friday, September 18th. Open to All Families: You do not have to live within the MPS attendance zone to apply; this includes non-resident and military families! Click here to learn more about non-resident enrollment. If you've been considering a specialized pathway for your child, now is the time to apply. Apply Now!
#MPSUpdates #MagnetSchools #K12 #ApplyNow
Montgomery Public Schools invites all parents and families to attend our upcoming Districtwide Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting on Tuesday, September 15th.
To make it convenient for your schedule, we are offering two meeting times and locations:
Morning Session: 9:30 a.m. at Juliette Hampton Library
Evening Session: 5:30 p.m. at Vaughn Road Elementary
Your voice and involvement matter!
Register here: https://forms.gle/TxM7a7Dc92JaRgtr8
Hearing I will take place on September 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and Hearing II on September 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Both sessions will be held at the MPS Leadership Center in Training Room 1, located at 632 South Union Street.
BRIDGING THE GAP: RESOURCE ROUNDUP!
The District Family Engagement Committee invites local organizations, businesses, and community partners to join us for our Resource Roundup! If you offer a product or service that can support and benefit our students, families, and schools, we want to connect with you.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: 632 S. Union Street, Montgomery, AL 36104
Hosted By: The District Family Engagement Committee
How to RSVP: If you or your organization plan to attend, please text (no calls, please) your Name, Organization, and # Count to 334-659-6207.
LAST CHANCE TO APPLY! Wednesday is the FINAL DAY to register for the GEAR UP Alabama State University 10-Day Sports Career Exploration program taking place this August-September 2026!
This incredible program gives 11th and 12th-grade students hands-on experience in sports medicine, broadcasting, content creation, marketing, coaching, and more.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity! For more information or to apply before the deadline, contact Dr. Genese Lavalais at GLavalais@alasu.edu.
Families gathered at the MPS Leadership Center to build custom academic toolkits, discuss effective study habits—including busting the "20 Minute Myth"—and prepare for a successful school year ahead. Thank you to all the parents, students, and staff who came out to make our first workshop such a great success!
Missed this session? Join us for our next Make-and-Take Monday on September 28th for Parent-Teacher Roadmaps!
#OurSchoolsOurCommunitiesOurFuture
Drop the cooking stress and join Montgomery Public Schools and Zaxby's for Kids Night every Monday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Kids eat FREE with a purchase of an entree at participating Zaxby's locations in Montgomery!
Gather the family and treat everyone to delicious chicken tenders and crinkle-cut fries because Mondays are always better when dinner is done for you! 💙🎒
MPS will continue working with state officials and will share additional information with our community as it becomes available. Please view the full official statement.
What do your family and student need from Montgomery Public Schools this year?
Take the 2026–2027 Parent Needs Assessment and tell us what matters most. Your feedback will help MPS identify the supports, resources, and family engagement opportunities that can better serve our families.
TAKE THE SURVEY: https://forms.gle/5fSJcYmX1S9deZMP8
Survey closes September 4, 2026
Don't miss your chance to be heard. Take the survey today and help shape the 2026–2027 school year!
#MPSFamilies #YourVoiceMatters #MontgomeryPublicSchools
Join us for the first Make-and-Take Mondays Family Workshop!
Monday, August 24
5:30–7:00 p.m.
MPS Leadership Center – Building B
720 Grove Street
Topic: Homework Toolkits
Learn practical strategies and create resources you can use at home to support your student's success.
Register Now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeA_gZQ595gMN73ZX-w4uxAtpIIl0EeNuxFBrO4_XtBUU6-4g/viewform
Bring them out to Engineering Day 2026 hosted by NSBE Montgomery Professionals! It’s a completely FREE event packed with hands-on STEM activities, exciting demos, free food, prizes, and fun for the whole family!
🗓 Saturday, August 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Morningview Elementary School (2849 Pelzer Ave)
🎟 For K-12 Students
📲 Scan the QR code in the flyer or head to www.nsbe-mp.org to register today!
#NSBEMP #EngineeringDay2026 #MontgomeryAL #BackToSchool #STEM #FamilyFun #MontgomeryEvents
Centralized Registration Is Open for the First Week of School
Montgomery Public Schools is offering standard and extended hours across all locations during the first week of school (Monday–Friday).
For more information, visit mps.k12.al.us.
Montgomery Public Schools is proud to highlight our latest Superintendent Evaluation results. Demonstrating strong evidence of results and exceeding expectations across key domains, our leadership remains committed to driving excellence for our students and community.
READ THE FULL ARTICLE: https://www.mps.k12.al.us/article/3054052
📈 Overall Score: 87.5% (4.38 out of 5)
🏆 Performance Rating: Accomplished
Thank you, MPS family, for your continued support as we strive for success together! 💙 #OurSchoolsOurCommunitiesOurFuture #LeadershipInAction
1. Download the My Ride K-12 App
Track your child’s bus in real-time and access bus routes directly from your phone! Available now on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
2. Contact the Transportation Hotline
Have questions about routing or schedules? Our hotline team is ready to help!
📞 Phone: (334) 851-4829
📧 Email: transportationinfo@mps.k12.alus
Hotline Operating Hours (Closed Fridays):
🗓️ Before School (July 27 – August 7): Mon–Thu | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🗓️ After School Starts (August 10 – August 24): Mon–Thu | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Note: After August 24th, please contact the main transportation department at (334) 851-4833. Visit mps.k12.al.us for more information!
Montgomery Public Schools is excited to offer 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) at five schools for the 2026–2027 school year.
Students will enjoy engaging after-school experiences through academic enrichment, project-based learning, service learning, and more!
Contact your school for registration information and program schedules.