Happy Labor Day from Montgomery Public Schools! 🛠️🇺🇸

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.
3 days ago, Monae Stevens
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Join Us: Districtwide Parent Advisory Committee Meeting on Sept 15!

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
6 days ago, Rosanna Smith
parent advisory committee spet 15th join us for one of two sessions Juliette Hampton library 9:30am and vaughn road elementary 5:30pm
parent advisory committee September 15th Join us for one of two sessions Juliette Hampton Library 9:30am and Vaughn Road Elementary 5:30pm
parent advisory committee September 15th Join us for one of two sessions Juliette Hampton Library 9:30am and Vaughn Road Elementary 5:30pm

📅 Dive into the fun! Check out our September events calendar and mark your calendars. We don't want you to miss a single splash! 🐬💙

12 days ago, Nina Williams, EdD (Principal)
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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.

14 days ago, Rosanna Smith

📚✏️ It’s Curriculum Night at Bear! 🐻💙💚

We’re excited to welcome our Bear families for an evening of learning, connection, and collaboration! Join us to meet your child’s teacher, learn about classroom expectations, curriculum, and important topics for the school year.

📅 Tuesday, August 25 | K–2 | 5:30 PM
📅 Thursday, August 27 | Grades 3–5 | 5:30 PM

🏫 Please travel directly to your child’s classroom upon arrival.

We can’t wait to see you! 🐻📚✨

#BearExploration #CurriculumNight #BearFamily #FamilyEngagement #MakingWavesinSTEAM

15 days ago, Nina Williams, EdD (Principal)
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Montgomery Public Schools kicked off our Make-and-Take Mondays Family Workshop series with a fantastic first session focused on Homework Toolkits! 🛠️📚

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
16 days ago, Monae Stevens
A collage-style photo gallery recap for the Make-and-Take Mondays Family Workshop. The main flyer advertises the workshop series hosted by Montgomery Public Schools at the Leadership Center (Building B, 720 Grove Street) from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, starting August 24th with Homework Toolkits. Accompanying event photos show families and students sitting around tables inside a bright classroom, working on crafts and organizing yellow folders while a presenter speaks near a screen displaying a presentation titled "20 Minute Myth".
A collage-style photo gallery recap for the Make-and-Take Mondays Family Workshop. The main flyer advertises the workshop series hosted by Montgomery Public Schools at the Leadership Center (Building B, 720 Grove Street) from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, starting August 24th with Homework Toolkits. Accompanying event photos show families and students sitting around tables inside a bright classroom, working on crafts and organizing yellow folders while a presenter speaks near a screen displaying a presentation titled "20 Minute Myth".
A collage-style photo gallery recap for the Make-and-Take Mondays Family Workshop. The main flyer advertises the workshop series hosted by Montgomery Public Schools at the Leadership Center (Building B, 720 Grove Street) from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, starting August 24th with Homework Toolkits. Accompanying event photos show families and students sitting around tables inside a bright classroom, working on crafts and organizing yellow folders while a presenter speaks near a screen displaying a presentation titled "20 Minute Myth".
Parent Needs Assessment 2026-2027
17 days ago, Angie Sanders
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MPS FAMILY REMINDER!
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
22 days ago, Rosanna Smith
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🌊🐚 New faces are swimming into @BearExploration
Help us give a fin-tastic welcome to our newest teachers! We're excited to have these amazing educators join our Bear family. 🌊📚
#UnderTheSea #NewTeacher #BearFamily
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Making Waves in STEAM, 

Dr. Williams 

23 days ago, Angie Sanders
School is officially back in session! Looking for a fun way for your kids to wrap up their first week?
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
27 days ago, Monae Stevens
Promotional flyer for "Engineering Day 2026: Building Future STEM Leaders," hosted by NSBE Montgomery Professionals. The top left features the NSBE MP logo with a burning torch and lightning bolt symbol. To the right, large text reads "Engineering Day 2026" with the tagline "Discover. Build. Inspire." A dark blue text box explains that the event is designed to expose K-12 students to STEM opportunities, connect them with professionals, and encourage passions in engineering, technology, and innovation. On the left side, four photos show young students participating in hands-on science activities, building model cars, and working with small wind turbines. Key details in the center and right state: Perks: Free Food, Fun, Prizes, and more! Target Audience: For K-12 Students! Date & Time: Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Location: Morningview Elementary School, 2849 Pelzer Ave, Montgomery, AL 36109. Registration: Includes a QR code labeled "Scan the QR to register!" A bottom green banner highlights: "Hands-on STEM activities," "Exciting demonstrations," "Fun for the whole family!", and "Inspiring the next generation of innovators!" The footer lists social media handle @NSBEMP for Facebook, Instagram, and X, along with the website www.nsbe-mp.org.

📚✏️ BACK TO SCHOOL BASH IS HERE! 🎉🐻
It's time to kick off the school year with a night of music, dancing, and FUN! 💃🕺
🎟️ Friday, August 21st
🐻 K–2: 5:30–6:30 PM
🐻 3rd–5th: 6:45–7:45 PM
🎫 Tickets: $10 — includes admission for 1 student + 1 parent/guardian, popcorn & water!
➕ Additional Bear student siblings: $2 each
👉 Scan the QR code to purchase your tickets!

29 days ago, Nina Williams, EdD (Principal)
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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.

about 1 month ago, Monae Stevens
An informational flyer for Montgomery Public Schools titled "Centralized Registration - First Week of School (Monday - Friday)." Visual Layout and Design: Left Section: Features a solid dark blue background with white text displaying the school district logo, the title "Centralized Registration," and a schedule table. Right Section: Displays a photo of a young girl wearing headphones and attentively looking at a computer screen. Bottom Banner: A maroon horizontal bar at the bottom lists the primary location address in white: "BELLINGER HILL | 1153 SOUTH LAWRENCE STREET, MONTGOMERY, AL". Below this, a light-colored bar displays the website "MPS.K12.AL.US". Registration Schedules Table Content: Centralized Site (Bellinger Hill): Standard Hours 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Extended Hours 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Elementary Schools: Standard Hours 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Extended Hours 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM Middle & High Schools: Standard Hours 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Extended Hours 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Leading with Excellence! 🎓✨
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
about 1 month ago, Monae Stevens
Graphic titled "Leading With Excellence: Superintendent Evaluation Results" from Montgomery Public Schools. The rating summary states, "Performance exceeds expectations in most domains, with strong evidence of results." Below the header is a photo of a male teacher in a suit interacting with students in a classroom. Bullet points detail the evaluation metrics: 40 performance indicators evaluated across 8 categories; overall average rating of 4.38 out of 5; overall score of 87.5%; 200-point equivalent of 175.1 points. The overall performance rating is listed as "Accomplished."
Montgomery Public Schools is here to make sure your student’s ride to school is smooth and stress-free! Here are two easy ways to stay connected with transportation this school year:

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!
about 1 month ago, Monae Stevens
Flyer promoting the My Ride K-12 mobile app by Montgomery Public Schools. The image shows a hand holding a smartphone displaying a live bus route map with real-time tracking features. Text reads 'Stay Informed! My Ride K-12 Application. Download today for bus routes and real-time tracking!' Includes icons for the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, with the Montgomery Public Schools logo in the bottom right corner.
Informational flyer for the Montgomery Public Schools Transportation Hotline, phone number (334) 851-4829, featuring a yellow school bus. Listed hotline hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM before school starts (July 27 – August 7), and 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM after school starts (August 10 – August 24); closed on Fridays. Email contact: transportationinfo@mps.k12.alus. Notes that after August 24, transportation can be reached at (334) 851-4833.
Bear Family, mark your calendars!
#MakingWavesinSTEAM #Community #FamilyEngagement
about 1 month ago, Nina Williams, EdD (Principal)
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🐻💚 Bear, let's stock the lounge! 🐻💚

Our amazing teachers and staff pour so much into our students every day. Let's show them some love! 🍎✨

We're collecting snacks, drinks, bottled water, and other favorite treats to keep our staff lounge stocked for the first week. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference!

📍 Drop off donations in the Bear Front Office.

Thank you for helping us support the incredible educators who make Bear the best place to be! 💚

#StockTheLounge #MakingWavesinSTEAM
about 1 month ago, Nina Williams, EdD (Principal)
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🌊🐻 SPLASH! The countdown is on! 🐻🌊

This year, we're Making Waves in STEM! 🌊

⚙️ Engineer.
🔬 Experiment.
💻 Innovate.
🌎 Explore.

Who's ready to dive into the BEST school year yet? 🙌

#MakingWavesInSTEM #Bear #DiveIntoSTEM

about 2 months ago, Nina Williams, EdD (Principal)
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🐻💙💚 Together, We Make a Difference! 💚💙🐻

Bear's PTA is a partnership dedicated to supporting our students, teachers, and school community.

✨Whether you volunteer, attend events, or become a member, your involvement helps create meaningful opportunities for every cub to thrive.

#BearPTA #BearPride #FamilyEngagement #MakingWavesinSTEAM
about 2 months ago, Nina Williams, EdD (Principal)
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📱 Stay Connected with Bear & MPS!

Never miss an important update this school year! MPS is now using Apptegy Rooms as the official communication platform for all schools.

✅ Receive classroom updates
📅 View school events & calendars
📰 Stay informed with district and school news
💬 Communicate directly with your child's teacher
🔔 Get important notifications—all in one app!

Download the Montgomery Public Schools app today and connect to Bear for the latest information.
about 2 months ago, Nina Williams, EdD (Principal)
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🌊The first day of school is almost here. 🐻We're excited to welcome our Bear families for an amazing 26–27 school year! ✅ Our Parent Checklist has everything you need to get ready. Take a deep dive below! #MakingWavesInSTEAM #BackToSchool #BearFamily

about 2 months ago, Nina Williams, EdD (Principal)
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