An informational graphic announcing the Montgomery County Board of Education (MCBOE) Budget Hearings presented by Pamela Watkins, Chief School Financial Officer. Set against a faded background of a school building, the top features the Montgomery Public Schools logo above bold blue text reading "MCBOE BUDGET HEARING". On the lower left is a photo of Pamela Watkins smiling. The right side lists dates and details: Budget Hearing I on September 10, 2026 at 4 PM, and Budget Hearing II on September 14, 2026 at 4 PM. The location is noted as MPS Leadership Center Training Room 1, 632 South Union Street, Montgomery, AL 36104, with the website "MPS.K12.AL.US" at the bottom.

Montgomery Public Schools Invites Community Input at Upcoming MCBOE Budget Hearings

Monae Stevens

August 27, 2026

MONTGOMERY, AL — Montgomery Public Schools (MPS) will hold two public hearings regarding the upcoming district budget for the Montgomery County Board of Education (MCBOE).

The sessions will feature a formal presentation by Chief School Financial Officer Pamela Watkins, outlining operational priorities and the overall district allocation plan.

Public Hearing Schedule & Location

  • Budget Hearing I: Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM

  • Budget Hearing II: Monday, September 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM

  • Location: MPS Leadership Center (Training Room 1), 632 South Union Street, Montgomery, AL 36104

Financial Planning and Focus

District leadership's financial plan centers on maintaining modern learning environments, funding classroom resources, and supporting ongoing academic achievement and operational priorities.