Good morning, New and Returning BTW Families,
Please be sure you have registered your scholar for the upcoming school year. If you need your scholar's SNAPCODE to complete registration, please contact our office at (334) 851-4851.
Please use the registration links below to complete your scholar's registration for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.
Registration Link for New Scholars to Montgomery Public Schools (These are scholars who are enrolling for the first time.)
https://enrollment.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=200005959&culture=en
Registration Link for Returning Scholars to Montgomery Public Schools (These are scholars who were enrolled last year or in previous years and are returning.)
https://enrollment.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=200005960&culture=en
We are here to support.
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
Please see the very important Backt to School Links and Reminders for MPS Families below...
2026–2027 Back-to-School Parent Guide: https://www.mps.k12.al.us/page/2026-27-mps-back-to-school-guide
(Note: The updated district vacation planner and virtual learning days are included in this guide.)
MPS App / Rooms Family Guide: https://www.mps.k12.al.us/page/parent-communication (shareable graphic attached!)
MPS App / Rooms Staff Guide: https://www.mps.k12.al.us/page/apptegy-rooms-faq
Also, don't forget about our annual Back To School Bash August 1, 9 am-12 pm at the Multiplex.
Best,
Dr. Ruffin


BTW Flag Football Workouts are currently taking place Monday-Thursday, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM in the BTW Gym. Tryouts will be held the first week of school. Participating scholar-athletes must have physicals completed prior to workouts and tryouts.
Additional information will be shared during our Open House , August 4, 2026, @ 5:30 P.M.
If you have any questions, please email Coach Bonnee at brandice.bonnee@mps.k12.al.us
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
Join Us for the MPS Back-to-School Bash! Montgomery Public Schools is kicking off the 2026-2027 school year with our annual Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, August 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Multiplex at Cramton Bowl.
This free, family-friendly event will feature:
Interactive STEM, reading, math, and fine arts activities
Community resource vendors
Bounce houses and family games
Giveaways and prizes
Free school supply kits for MPS students (while supplies last)
Bring the whole family and get ready for an exciting start to the new school year. We can't wait to welcome you!

This is a very urgent announcement from the Distinguished Young Woman Organization of Montgomery County:
DYW of Montgomery County Orientation will be this Sunday, July 12, @ 2:00 P.M. Taylor Rd Baptist Church. Girls must come picture ready for program book photos. Application packets must be completed and submitted during the meeting on Sunday. Any questions, please call me 334 549-5515.
Link for packet:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GjQaAF2-_b5LzcC1oiY4NKvhPzX995YQ/view?usp=sharing
Please join us in congratulating Scholar Carson French, as he recently completed the Alabama Governor’s School. He was nominated as the most outstanding male student and received a $20,000 Samford scholarship for this achievement. It's so awesome to spread the great news about our BTW scholars... and we're just getting started!!!
Congratulations Scholar Carson French!!!
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin

This is a reminder that the Fall 2026 Dual Enrollment application period opened June 22, 2026, and will close on July 13, 2026. We encourage all interested scholars and families to review the Dual Enrollment Program Guide and complete the Montgomery Public Schools Dual Enrollment application during the application window. Scholars must also complete the required application for their selected college or university.
The updated Program Guide and application are also available on the MPS Dual Enrollment webpage.
https://www.mps.k12.al.us/page/dual-enrollment
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin and Dr. Elmore
Montgomery Public Schools is hiring! Join us at our upcoming Transportation and Child Nutrition Program Job Fairs and discover how you can make an impact while building a rewarding career.
📍 720 Grove Street, Montgomery, AL 36104
🚌 Transportation Job Fair – June 17 | 2-5 p.m.
🍎 Child Nutrition Program Job Fair – June 25 | 2-5 p.m.
Bring a valid photo ID and be ready for on-site applications, interviews, and background check scheduling.


Please note that the MPS Central Office is operating on a modified schedule from June 8th through July 16th:
Monday – Wednesday: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: Closed
Need assistance? Give us a call at (334) 223-6700 or visit mps.k12.al.us for more information.

I hope you are enjoying your summer break!
This is a friendly reminder that the application window for Fall 2026 Dual Enrollment will be open from June 22, 2026, through July 13, 2026. It is very important that all interested applicants and parents read the MPS Dual Enrollment Information located on the MPS website. Remember, you must also apply for admission to the college for dual enrollment. BTW personnel cannot apply on behalf of the scholar as the scholar and parent are requesting admission. Dual enrollment scholarships are awarded by completing the required paperwork, timely and correctly via the district's dual enrollment office.
We are available for any questions or concerns with dual enrollment via email. Also, please feel free to contact the district's dual enrollment office by emailing Dr. Crenshaw @ kwanza.crenshaw@mps.k12.al.us
Thank you for your time and attention to this very important matter.
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
Please see the scholarship opportunity in the link below:
Amie Dansby Women in Technology Award
https://edpartnerships.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a0d96cacbd72776b465181daf&id=40512f2177&e=204d51baf6
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
Please see the link for a Youth Leadership and Scholarship Program.
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
https://edpartnerships.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a0d96cacbd72776b465181daf&id=dc7c701d48&e=204d51baf6
Report cards are now ready for pick-up. Hours for pick-up are Monday-Thursday, 9 A.M. -12 NOON. Report cards not picked up by June 15th will be mailed. Also, final grades are available for viewing via PowerSchool.
Thank you again for being amazing supporters of "Excellence In All Things, BTW"!
Best,
Dr. Ruffin
Congratulations to the following scholars on being awarded local scholarships and grants and being recognized by MONTGOMERY INDEPENDENT:
Ronald Brooks
Noah Hollinger
Celine Hardy
Kerrigan Garner
Madison Thomas
Jessica Kim
Irvin Tolliver
Nigel Sledge
Check out the publication below:
https://www.montgomeryindependent.com/school/btw-students-awarded-local-scholarships-grants/article_e7f725df-3c39-41a5-b6ae-905b0ff698ad.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=user-share
Congratulations again!
Dr. Ruffin

WE MADE IT! Thank you for allowing us to teach and grow your amazing scholars this 2025-2026 academic year. Please accept this notice as my apology regarding report card distribution. Unfortunately, we will be mailing all final report cards. However, please be sure to monitor PowerSchool for the latest updates on grades. Should you need access to PowerSchool, please email Mrs. Outlaw at nyree.outlaw@mps.k12.al.us.
Have an amazing, safe summer!
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
School's almost out, but healthy meals aren't stopping! Montgomery Public Schools is proud to support the SUN Summer Nutrition Programs, offering free meals to all eligible children ages 18 and under throughout our community.
Finding a site near you is easy. Click the link below to use the USDA Summer Meals Site Finder and locate a nearby serving location:
📍 Find Meals Near You: https://www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp/sitefinder
Keep our kids fueled, healthy, and active all summer long! 🥪🍎 #MPSAL #SummerMeals #SUNPrograms #CommunityFirst

A gentle reminder that 9th -11th graders will continue engaging in Semester II exams, with scholars taking exams for 1st and 4th periods tomorrow, Friday, May 15, 2026. Scholars should report to school on time and in uniform.
Get some rest,
Dr. Ruffin
Congratulations Class of 2026! I am so proud of each of you. You made it! Due to some students still awaiting grades as recent as this morning (dual enrollment), FINAL transcripts could not be printed in time for tomorrow. Please be prepared to scan the QR code located in the room where you will receive your diplomas tomorrow (after graduation) and enter the information of where you would like your 1 FREE FINAL transcript sent.
I know that you will be excited and family and friends will be waiting to take pics with you. You are welcome to take pictures of the QR code to submit the information at a later time. However, all requests should be submitted no later than June 4th. You will no longer have access to your student email, so please make sure the information entered is accurate.
Congratulations again,
Dr. Elmore
Trenholm State Community College in partnership with MPS is offering our amazing scholars CTE Dual Enrollment. Our MPS Career Coach, Dr. Arnold is providing our rising 9th-11th grade scholars with information as well. Please see the flyer attached in the link below:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VLM5objWjDKd8maXcPcsxCrlQHtCkujU/view?usp=sharing
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
