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.
🌸 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.
🎉 FAAMily of Champions! 🎉
We are proud to announce that Team Los Pies from Forest Avenue Academic Magnet School has been named a State Finalist in the 2025–2026 Alabama Governor’s App Challenge!
After winning at the district level, the team earned the K–5 Grade Span title for Region 5 and will now represent Montgomery Public Schools at the state competition.
Team Members: Benjamin Bagley, Jasper Blackburn, and Andrew McDevitt
Their innovative SwiftUI app, Los Pies, allows users to design custom footwear and showcases their creativity, persistence, and coding skills.
Please join us in congratulating these talented students and wishing them the best as they compete at the state level!
🐾 Go Wildcats!
We are proud to announce that Forest Avenue Academic Magnet School has been named a 2026 Blue Ribbon Lighthouse School!
Through the Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence (BRSE) national assessment process, our school successfully met the rigorous criteria across all nine performance categories, demonstrating excellence in leadership, teaching, student achievement, and community engagement.
This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our students, staff, families, and the entire FAAMily community who work every day to ensure that every child succeeds.
We are truly honored to receive this distinction and grateful to be recognized as a school that is committed to meeting the diverse learning needs of all students while striving for continuous improvement and excellence.
We are FAAMily,
Brandi Moody
Principal
Through the Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence (BRSE) national assessment process, our school successfully met the rigorous criteria across all nine performance categories, demonstrating excellence in leadership, teaching, student achievement, and community engagement.
This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our students, staff, families, and the entire FAAMily community who work every day to ensure that every child succeeds.
We are truly honored to receive this distinction and grateful to be recognized as a school that is committed to meeting the diverse learning needs of all students while striving for continuous improvement and excellence.
We are FAAMily,
Brandi Moody
Principal
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!
We look forward to seeing you there!
MPS will host a Special Education Job Fair this Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the MPS Leadership Center (720 Grove Street). MPS is seeking special education professionals for Pre-K–12. On-site interviews will be conducted. Please bring resumes, transcripts, and professional attire. New permanent full-time hires are eligible for a $3,000 recruitment bonus. Learn more at mps.k12.al.us or join us March 6.
Alabama is preparing to issue SUN Bucks again for the 2025-2026 school year. If your family has moved or your address has changed, please contact your child’s school to update their information in PowerSchool before March 2nd. The cards will be mailed to the address we have on file for your child. If your address hasn’t changed, no action is needed. For more information, click here. Remember to update your information before March 2nd, only if your address has changed since school enrollment.
🎉 Congratulations to Forest Avenue Academic Magnet! 🎉
Forest Avenue Academic Magnet has been recognized by the Alabama State Department of Education as part of the Legislative School Performance Recognition Program for the 2024–2025 school year!
Forest Avenue earned recognition as a High Performance School, ranked in the top 25 percent of public schools in Alabama. This is a testament to the school’s strong academic performance and unwavering commitment to student achievement. This accomplishment reflects the dedication of students, teachers, staff, and families working together to create meaningful learning experiences.
We celebrate your success and continued excellence!
Forest Avenue Academic Magnet has been recognized by the Alabama State Department of Education as part of the Legislative School Performance Recognition Program for the 2024–2025 school year!
Forest Avenue earned recognition as a High Performance School, ranked in the top 25 percent of public schools in Alabama. This is a testament to the school’s strong academic performance and unwavering commitment to student achievement. This accomplishment reflects the dedication of students, teachers, staff, and families working together to create meaningful learning experiences.
We celebrate your success and continued excellence!
📢 Reminder for MPS Families:
Students will be out of school on Monday in observance of Presidents’ Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday. We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and restful long weekend!
Students will be out of school on Monday in observance of Presidents’ Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday. We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and restful long weekend!
🐾🤖 FAAM Robotics does it again! 🤖🐾
HUGE congratulations to our FAAM Robotics Team on winning their FIRST scrimmage! 🎉🏆
We are SO proud of these Wildcats! The competition was intense, the nerves were real, and the pressure was on—but they showed incredible teamwork, focus, and determination from start to finish.
There’s still lots to learn and grow through (that’s part of the journey!), but wow—what an amazing start. Watching them support each other, problem-solve on the fly, and rise to the challenge was everything. 💛
GO WILDCATS! 🐯💥
The future is bright—and built by these kids.
Forest Avenue Academic Magnet
🎶✨ How Sweet the Sound – First Grade Program ✨🎶
Our first graders filled Forest Avenue with joy, pride, and beautiful music during their “How Sweet the Sound” performance! Through song, storytelling, and heartfelt performances, our students honored the powerful contributions Black Americans have made to music throughout history.
We are so proud of our students for their hard work, confidence, and incredible stage presence. Thank you to our amazing teachers, staff, and families for supporting our students.
Thank you to NAWIC for inspiring our students and showing them what’s possible! The Block Kids Building Program hosted by the National Association of Women in Construction allowed FAAM students to explore construction concepts and creativity through hands-on building experiences.
MPS Students will participate in an Asynchronous Learning Day on Feb. 6 while teachers engage in professional development to strengthen instruction and support student success. Thank you for your continued partnership!
Montgomery Public Schools will operate on a normal schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27. The safety of our students, families, and staff remains our top priority.
We appreciate everyone’s patience and flexibility. Due to extremely cold temperatures, please ensure your child is dressed in warm layers, including a coat and, if possible, a hat and gloves, before leaving home.
Thank you for your continued cooperation as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our school community.
We appreciate everyone’s patience and flexibility. Due to extremely cold temperatures, please ensure your child is dressed in warm layers, including a coat and, if possible, a hat and gloves, before leaving home.
Thank you for your continued cooperation as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our school community.
Montgomery Public Schools is closely monitoring the weather in coordination with local emergency management officials. The safety of our students, staff, and families is our top priority. Based on the forecast we have decided that Monday, January 26, will be an asynchronous day of learning for all students. This will ensure that bus riders, walkers, and staff are not exposed to dangerously cold conditions. Students should be prepared to engage in asynchronous learning, with instructions provided by their teachers. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our school community.
🚀 Leadership in Action 🚀
Dr. Byrd and Interim Chief of Staff Dr. Lashley recently visited STARBASE Maxwell, where they witnessed how hands-on STEM learning is preparing students for futures in science, technology, and innovation. Experiences like these strengthen partnerships and expand opportunities for our scholars—another example of how we’re moving MPS forward.
Dr. Byrd and Interim Chief of Staff Dr. Lashley recently visited STARBASE Maxwell, where they witnessed how hands-on STEM learning is preparing students for futures in science, technology, and innovation. Experiences like these strengthen partnerships and expand opportunities for our scholars—another example of how we’re moving MPS forward.
Now Hiring: Professional Interpreters
Use your language skills to make a real impact in our schools. Flexible and long-term opportunities available. 💬🌍
Apply today at mps.k12.al.us
#MPSCareers #MakeAnImpact #OurSchoolsOurCommunitiesOurFuture
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Estamos contratando: Intérpretes profesionales
Usa tus habilidades lingüísticas para generar un impacto real en nuestras escuelas. Hay oportunidades flexibles y a largo plazo disponibles 💬🌍
Postúlate hoy en mps.k12.al.us
#MPSCareers #MarcaLaDiferencia #NuestrasEscuelasNuestrasComunidadesNuestroFuturo
Use your language skills to make a real impact in our schools. Flexible and long-term opportunities available. 💬🌍
Apply today at mps.k12.al.us
#MPSCareers #MakeAnImpact #OurSchoolsOurCommunitiesOurFuture
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Estamos contratando: Intérpretes profesionales
Usa tus habilidades lingüísticas para generar un impacto real en nuestras escuelas. Hay oportunidades flexibles y a largo plazo disponibles 💬🌍
Postúlate hoy en mps.k12.al.us
#MPSCareers #MarcaLaDiferencia #NuestrasEscuelasNuestrasComunidadesNuestroFuturo
💻🚀 MPS Scholars on the National Stage 🚀💻
We’re proud to spotlight MPS students from Montgomery Preparatory Academy for Career Technologies (MPACT) participating in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge—a national STEM competition where middle and high school students design original software applications to solve real-world problems.
These scholars represent the innovation, creativity, and future-ready skills being developed across Montgomery Public Schools. Congressman Shomari Figures celebrated their work with a special reception.
We’re proud to spotlight MPS students from Montgomery Preparatory Academy for Career Technologies (MPACT) participating in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge—a national STEM competition where middle and high school students design original software applications to solve real-world problems.
These scholars represent the innovation, creativity, and future-ready skills being developed across Montgomery Public Schools. Congressman Shomari Figures celebrated their work with a special reception.
Montgomery Public Schools honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We reflect on his call to service, justice, and unity as we continue the work of educating and empowering every student.
Reminder: There will be no school on Monday in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
