Booker T. Washington Magnet High School -

Good afternoon, BTW Community,

The 2026 Holocaust Essay Competition has been extended. Please see the link below for the packet and to participate. Cash prizes included.

Sincerely,

Dr. Ruffin

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N9U80h77tQ9Jhh8Md0VxTDskMvldrLAJ/view?usp=sharing

Good morning, BTW Families,

Please join the BTW Community in congratulating Senior Scholar Michelle Gamino for enlisting in the Army over the spring break. Scholar Gamino will be able to spend time with her family this summer, but following, she will be leaving to serve our country. We thank Scholar Michelle for her selflessness in her commitment to serve this country in these most difficult times.

Congratulations!

Sincerely,

Dr. Elmore

Good evening, BTW Families,

We entrust that everyone has had a restful, safe spring break!

It's now time to get back in the swing of things and finish the school year strong! Welcome to the fourth nine-week grading period. Quarter III report cards will be distributed this Thursday, March 26, 2026. We ask that parents review report cards thoroughly to ensure their scholar is on track to returning to BTW for the 2026-27 academic year. To remain eligible for return, scholars must have a 2.5 core GPA and 3.0 GPA in their magnet. Please remember that grades can also be accessed online via PowerSchool. If you do not receive a physical copy from your scholar, please contact the main office. Scholars that earned a D and/or F in any course will be receiving an MTSS notice soon.

As we finish this final stretch, we must keep regular school attendance at the forefront of daily goal. Parents, please be reminded that scholars must have the required hours of instruction to validate academic success, with scholars not missing more than 17 days of school per academic year. We kindly request that our Yellow Jacket parents partner with us and provide extra support to ensure your scholar attends school every day. MTSS attendance notices will be distributed soon.

As a brief reminder regarding daily district and school policies for school attire, all students must wear their BTW uniform and ID badges visibly around their necks every day. Additionally, scholars are required to wear black or khaki uniform bottoms; jeans and leggings, and athletic pants are not permitted.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at the school. I look forward to seeing 500 BTW scholars tomorrow and every day for the remainder of this academic year! Let's finish strong, Yellow Jackets!

Sincerely,

Dr. Ruffin

ATTENTION SENIORS: Do you have plans to jumpstart your college experience at Trenholm State Technical College?

FROM THE DESK of Kecia Hampton -Trenholm College

As you may know, promoting institutional scholarship opportunities truly requires a team effort. On behalf of our financial aid department, I am sharing this information with you to help reinforce our outreach efforts and ensure the opportunity reaches appropriate students and families.
The deadline to submit the nomination forms and other institutional scholarship applications is April 1, 2026.
Thank you for your support in promoting institutional scholarships. If you have any questions regarding these forms, please email finaid@trenholmstate.edu.

Counselor Scholarship Nomination Form

CTE Director Scholarship Nomination Form

Link to Institutional Scholarship Information:
https://www.trenholmstate.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/

ATTN Parents of Seniors c/o 2026 and SENIORS!!!!

The Commissioner Carmen Moore-Zeigler Scholarship information is here! Please apply!!! Please review both links as one provides a summary of the scholarship and the other is the application. Best wishes, Seniors!!!

Sincerely,

Dr. Ruffin

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c94v81fGm1HJMdk15TtVRc80kUgzu6nF/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OWVAKs_bYgFQrFxJ2ZXef7JXS_xGwq7u/view?usp=sharing

Good morning, BTW Families,

Please join us in celebrating Scholar Carson French on his achievement and recognition with WSFA this morning!
https://www.wsfa.com/2026/03/17/montgomery-student-wins-prize-c-spans-national-documentary-competition/
This is truly "Excellence In All Things"!


Sincerely,

Dr. Ruffin

PARENTS OF SENIORS 2026 and SENIORS...

Those that are participating in Pathway 2 for the EJI's Legacy Scholarship 2026, please upload your e-portfolios to the following link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvdBE-XV6SyNHb0NFlnT_M8qAwZMfsKSxu67eLtZmUMxXzyw/viewform

DEADLINE: March 18, 2026

Make sure that you review the attached MPS EJI Legacy Scholarship 2026 document included on the form for what MUST be included in your e-portfolio. This information is also available via Schoology.

Thanks,

BTW EJI Committee

Good morning, BTW Community,

We are so excited and would like you to know that our very own 10th Grade Scholar-Artist, Carson French, received Honorable Mention in the C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary contest, and will be receiving a $250 cash prize. His documentary, When Equality Ends at the Prison Gates, focused on the inequalities prisoners face in the Alabama prison system, and it will be featured on C-SPAN's website. Over 1000 students competed, and he was chosen as one of 150 winners.

Please join the BTW Community in congratulating Carson French and his teacher, Dr. Amy Hinton, on a remarkable job well done!

Good afternoon, BTW Families,

Please see the information regarding dual enrollment for Summer 2026 in the link. BTW will follow the guidelines and provide clarification as necessary. Should you have questions, please send an email and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Sincerely,

Dr. Ruffin

https://www.mps.k12.al.us/page/dual-enrollment

Good evening, BTW Families,

Attention Parents of Seniors:

MERA scholarship is attached. Please take advantage of this opportunity.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bGyC3DohfXw23YhFjJO4EaO7zDT84r_l/view?usp=sharing

Good evening, BTW Families,

Tomorrow is a very important day for us at BTW, as we look forward to supporting our Juniors as they take on the ACT! We are hopeful that all are preparing to get a good night's rest. We hope those Chromebooks are on being charged and that your scholar is relaxed and ready for the BIG test! We need to see all 155 amazing 11th graders at 7:15 A.M. Remember, uniforms, Yondrs (with phone powered off), no backpacks or bags. Scholars must bring their Chromebook and charger. By the way, we have purchased snacks for all of our scholars. Please do not bring any foods for snack break. We are on a tight schedule tomorrow.

Parents, we sincerely need your encouragement. Remind your scholar how much the BTW Community is depending on him/her to knock this test out of the ballpark!
ACT...here we come!

Good night, everyone, and I look forward to seeing the Juniors of BTW (all 155) at 7:15 in the A.M.

Sincerely,

Dr. Ruffin

Good morning, BTW Families,

This is a gentle reminder that tomorrow is an Asynchronous Learning Day for all 9th, 10th, and 12th graders in MPS. Scholars must complete assignments in Schoology following the Blue Day Schedule (already posted in Schoology).

Tomorrow is ACT w/Writing for our 11th Graders! Taking the ACT is a BIG DEAL. Parents, please encourage your amazing scholar to perform his/her best!

All Juniors must report by 7:15 A.M. tomorrow morning (3/10/2026). Please no backpacks and extra bags. Breakfast and lunch will be available.

Please see below some best practices for test preparation-
The night before a test...

-Prioritize restful sleep (7–8+ hours)
- Perform a light, focused review of the materials to maximize memory retention
-Eat a balanced, familiar meal to avoid discomfort
-Hydrate well
-Organize necessary materials (fully charged Chromebook) to reduce morning stress
-Relax with low-impact activities like light walking or listening to music to keep your mind calm

WE ARE PROUD OF YOU! NOW LET'S ROCK THIS TEST!!!

Attention Parents and Guardians!
This is a reminder that all 11th grade students will take the ACT on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Please help your student prepare by ensuring they get a good night’s rest, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive at school on time. Encourage your student to take their time, answer all questions, and do their very best.
We wish all of our juniors success on the ACT!

The BTW Magnet Dance Magnet presents it's 2026 Spring Dance.

Good morning, BTW Families,

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 is an asynchronous learning day for all 9th, 10th, and 12th graders in Montgomery Public Schools. Please find the schedule for instruction posted in Schoology. Meanwhile, the 155 Juniors of BTW are expected to report to campus by 7:15 A.M. to take the almighty ACT with Writing. We are already so proud our 11th grade scholars and we must continue to encourage them to give it all they've got, and ROCK the ACT! We will have personnel calling to ensure the parents of all Juniors are reminded about testing day. We need 100% participation...that's right, we need see 155 Juniors on March 10th. There will be no make-ups for this assessment. Please ensure you bring your fully charged Chromebook and charger for testing. Scholars are required to be dressed in uniform. Breakfast and lunch will be available. Be sure to report on time!

We are so thrilled to see what our Juniors have learned! Please continue to demonstrate "Excellence In All Things"! You are BTW! Show the world that you are the BEST!!!

Here with you all the way,

Dr. Ruffin

Montgomery Public Schools proudly invites our families, staff, and community members to attend the 2026 MPS Special Olympics on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at Park Crossing High School (8000 Park Crossing, Montgomery, AL 36117). Come cheer on our incredible student-athletes as they demonstrate determination, teamwork, and school pride. Your support truly makes a difference. Join us as we celebrate courage, achievement, and the true spirit of the Special Olympics.
We look forward to seeing you there!