Greetings Seniors and Parents of Seniors....
Don't forget about the Guardian Scholarship Program that closes soon. Don't leave money for school on the table!!!
https://www.myguardiancu.com/connect/community/scholarship-program
I've also reshared in Schoology.
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
Don't forget about the Guardian Scholarship Program that closes soon. Don't leave money for school on the table!!!
https://www.myguardiancu.com/connect/community/scholarship-program
I've also reshared in Schoology.
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
Tie and Doll Teen Board Information
ATTN: Juniors and Parents of Juniors!!!!
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund HBCU Scholars Program known as SOAR
SOAR is a one-week residential summer program designed for high-achieving high school juniors (rising seniors). Hosted in collaboration with Trenholm State Community College and Alabama State University, this program provides students with a unique opportunity to explore Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Historically Black Community Colleges (HBCCs).
Applications and details are available by clicking this link: https://www.trenholmstate.edu/tmcfscholars/
Participants will gain valuable insights into college admissions, financial aid, and scholarship resources while also exploring academic majors and career pathways. This program is offered at no cost to participants.
For questions or inquiries, please email TMCFSOARSouthAlabama@gmail.com.
Best regards,
Kecia Hampton
Coordinator, Dual Enrollment Program
Post Office Box 10048 | Montgomery, AL 36108 (Mailing Address)
1225 Air Base Boulevard, Building E (Physical Address)
334.420.4281
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund HBCU Scholars Program known as SOAR
SOAR is a one-week residential summer program designed for high-achieving high school juniors (rising seniors). Hosted in collaboration with Trenholm State Community College and Alabama State University, this program provides students with a unique opportunity to explore Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Historically Black Community Colleges (HBCCs).
Applications and details are available by clicking this link: https://www.trenholmstate.edu/tmcfscholars/
Participants will gain valuable insights into college admissions, financial aid, and scholarship resources while also exploring academic majors and career pathways. This program is offered at no cost to participants.
For questions or inquiries, please email TMCFSOARSouthAlabama@gmail.com.
Best regards,
Kecia Hampton
Coordinator, Dual Enrollment Program
Post Office Box 10048 | Montgomery, AL 36108 (Mailing Address)
1225 Air Base Boulevard, Building E (Physical Address)
334.420.4281
Congratulations to the following Booker T Washington Magnet High School scholars, who have been selected as recipients of a scholarship from Dixie Electric Cooperative:
Shaniya Yasmin Alexander-Stokes
Madison Leigh Brundidge
WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU BOTH! GOOOOO YELLOWJACKETS!
Shaniya Yasmin Alexander-Stokes
Madison Leigh Brundidge
WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU BOTH! GOOOOO YELLOWJACKETS!
ATTN Seniors: Portfolio Submissions for the EJI Scholarships 2026
Senior scholars that submitted the e-portfolio for the EJI Scholarship will be receiving an email from me on tomorrow regarding your scheduled interview with BTW EJI Scholarship Committee. Interviews will be held this Thursday, March 26, 2026. Ms. Bonnee will call all participating scholars for a quick meeting tomorrow morning. Please be on the lookout for your interview information via calendar invite. All details will be provided.
We are so proud of our participating scholars! This is a wonderful opportunity!
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
Senior scholars that submitted the e-portfolio for the EJI Scholarship will be receiving an email from me on tomorrow regarding your scheduled interview with BTW EJI Scholarship Committee. Interviews will be held this Thursday, March 26, 2026. Ms. Bonnee will call all participating scholars for a quick meeting tomorrow morning. Please be on the lookout for your interview information via calendar invite. All details will be provided.
We are so proud of our participating scholars! This is a wonderful opportunity!
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
ATTN SENIORS!!!
Senior scholars that have been awarded scholarships are asked to submit their scholarship information to help our school celebrate your achievements and accurately document the financial support our students receive for postsecondary education. Please include the name of the scholarship, the awarding organization, and the scholarship amount (if available). This information helps us recognize student success and track opportunities earned by our graduating class.
Use the link below to submit:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzyenKuMCgJZ4wEdkKVI0T1WBKEbCvzsysikw44FS-WwuoZw/viewform
Senior scholars that have been awarded scholarships are asked to submit their scholarship information to help our school celebrate your achievements and accurately document the financial support our students receive for postsecondary education. Please include the name of the scholarship, the awarding organization, and the scholarship amount (if available). This information helps us recognize student success and track opportunities earned by our graduating class.
Use the link below to submit:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzyenKuMCgJZ4wEdkKVI0T1WBKEbCvzsysikw44FS-WwuoZw/viewform
ATTN Seniors and Parents of Seniors...
The 2026 NPHC Scholarship Application is included below. The deadline is March 29th. Don't miss out!!!
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:b5ccd334-d932-4999-8572-127d9c74bae6
The 2026 NPHC Scholarship Application is included below. The deadline is March 29th. Don't miss out!!!
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:b5ccd334-d932-4999-8572-127d9c74bae6
SENIORS and Parents of SENIORS...
Scholars, our amazing Career Coach, Dr. Arnold, is here to assist you with your needs in completing the FAFSA for the 2026-27 academic year.
FAFSA HELP: If you need assistance with FAFSA please use the link to sign up for the upcoming workshop. You must register no later than Wednesday, March 25th.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1st5Ol_vMK3ELR4y9hb_ipxoayLXZqDgOB3EE1XUf0tU/edit?ts=69b4685e
Scholars, our amazing Career Coach, Dr. Arnold, is here to assist you with your needs in completing the FAFSA for the 2026-27 academic year.
FAFSA HELP: If you need assistance with FAFSA please use the link to sign up for the upcoming workshop. You must register no later than Wednesday, March 25th.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1st5Ol_vMK3ELR4y9hb_ipxoayLXZqDgOB3EE1XUf0tU/edit?ts=69b4685e
SCHOLARSHIP ALERT!!!!
ATTN Seniors and Parents of Seniors...
The 2026 NPHC Scholarship Application is included below. The deadline is April 29th. Don't miss out!!!
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:b5ccd334-d932-4999-8572-127d9c74bae6
ATTN Seniors and Parents of Seniors...
The 2026 NPHC Scholarship Application is included below. The deadline is April 29th. Don't miss out!!!
Sincerely,
Dr. Ruffin
https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:b5ccd334-d932-4999-8572-127d9c74bae6
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
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
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
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/
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
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
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
Families, staff, and community members are invited to attend the upcoming MPS Community Forums hosted by Dr. Zickeyous Byrd, Superintendent of Montgomery Public Schools. We want to hear from you. Community members are encouraged to submit questions in advance to help guide the conversation. Click here to submit your question.
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
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
🌸 Spring Break Reminder for MPS Families🌸
All Montgomery Public Schools will be closed March 16–20 for Spring Break.
Please note: Central Office will be closed March 18–20.
We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing break! We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Monday, March 23.
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!
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!
Montgomery Public Schools: Summer 2026 Dual Enrollment applications are now open! Earn college credit while in high school. Applications accepted through April 6, 2026. Review the Program Guide and apply here: https://www.mps.k12.al.us/page/dual-enrollment Questions? Contact your school counselor.
