Dear MPS Families and Staff,
Following a thorough evaluation of campus staffing coverage, all Montgomery Public Schools and administrative offices will be CLOSED tomorrow, Friday, October 9.
This operational decision was made to prioritize students' safety and supervision throughout the district. We are facing a high volume of employee leave requests, anticipated regional effects from Hurricane Isaias, a declared State of Emergency in Montgomery County, and the rescheduling of Alabama State University's annual Homecoming. These factors prevent us from maintaining adequate operational coverage across the district.
All campus buildings and administrative facilities will remain closed, and there will be no in-person or remote instruction tomorrow. All MPS campuses will reopen for normal operations on Tuesday, October 13, following the scheduled federal holiday.
Guidance regarding Friday evening athletics will be communicated directly by school leadership.
We deeply appreciate your patience, flexibility, and understanding as we work to ensure a safe environment for our scholars and staff.
Sincerely,
Montgomery Public Schools Leadership
We are currently seeing a significant increase in employee leave requests across teachers, support staff, bus drivers, and other personnel. Our substitute staffing vendor is experiencing a high volume of requests and limited coverage. Adequate staffing is critical to maintaining a safe, secure, and productive learning environment for our scholars. District leadership is actively evaluating staffing coverage across all campuses.
We will continue assessing our operational needs and will provide families and staff with an official update no later than 12:00 p.m. tomorrow, October 8, regarding any adjustments to school schedules or operations.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and ongoing support of Montgomery Public Schools.
Our coaches do far more than teach the fundamentals of sports—they build character, instill discipline, foster teamwork, and inspire our student-athletes to strive for excellence both on the field and in the classroom.
Thank you to all of our MPS coaches for your tireless dedication, late hours, and endless belief in our students!
Today and every day, we celebrate the passion, dedication, and heart our teachers bring into the classroom. You inspire minds, ignite curiosity, and shape the future of our community one student at a time.
Help us celebrate our educators! Tag your favorite MPS teacher in the comments below and tell them how much they mean to you!
Please take a few minutes to complete the Fall 2026 PJHS Alabama Family School Climate Survey. Your feedback is important and helps us identify what is working well and where we can continue improving the school experience for our students and families.
Complete the survey here:
https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/311159/16770
Privacy Reminder: Please do not include names or other personally identifying information in your responses.
Thank you for sharing your voice and partnering with us as we continue building a safe, supportive, and engaging school community.
Together We Rise. Together We Lead. Together We Soar.
Familias de Percy Julian — ¡Queremos escuchar su opinión!
Por favor, dediquen unos minutos a completar la Otoño 2026 Encuesta de Clima Escolar para Familias de Alabama de PJHS . Sus comentarios son importantes y nos ayudan a identificar lo que estamos haciendo bien y las áreas en las que podemos seguir mejorando la experiencia escolar de nuestros estudiantes y familias.
Complete la encuesta aquí:
https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/#/action/311159/16770
Recordatorio de privacidad: Por favor, no incluya nombres ni otra información que pueda identificar personalmente a usted o a su estudiante en sus respuestas.
Gracias por compartir su opinión y colaborar con nosotros mientras continuamos construyendo una comunidad escolar segura, solidaria y acogedora.
Juntos nos levantamos. Juntos lideramos. Juntos volamos alto.
Applications For Parent University Now Open!
Parent University, facilitated by the Office of Federal Programs at Montgomery Public Schools (MPS), envisions a strong and welcoming community where parents are active partners in their children's education. We aim to equip families with the knowledge, skills, and resources to actively engage in their
children's education and support their overall well-being.
How to Apply: Submit the online application by Thursday, October 08, 2026, 11:59 PM to be considered for Parent University, Cohort I. Application Link: https://www.mps.k12.al.us/forms/mps-parent-university-application-cohort-i-2026-2027
The selection committee will review applications using an established rubric and a fair and consistent selection process. Up to 150 participants will be selected and notified by October 14, 2026. An alternate list of parents will be maintained in case a selected applicant is unable to participate. For questions about the application process, email Vanity Martin, Federal Programs Compliance Monitor/Parent University Program Coordinator, at vanity.martin@mps.k12.al.us.
Every single day, our custodial team works tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our classrooms, hallways, and campuses clean, safe, and welcoming for our students and staff. They are the heartbeat of our school facilities!
We encourage our MPS Family to appreciate our custodians every day!
Throughout the month of October (October 1–31), Montgomery Public Schools stands in solidarity with fighters, honors courageous survivors, and remembers those we’ve lost.
We encourage our entire MPS family to spread awareness and support early detection education. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against breast cancer! ✨
At Montgomery Public Schools, we are committed to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive environments where every student feels valued and respected.
Kindness starts with us! Throughout this month, our schools will focus on promoting empathy, standing up to bullying, and fostering a culture of inclusion across all campuses.
Together, we can make a difference. Let’s choose kindness, speak up, and support one another!
Save the Date: Math on the Move! ➗✖️
Montgomery Public Schools invites all students and families to our first district-wide math play date! Come out for an evening filled with interactive numeracy stations, helpful homework strategies, and free take-home learning supplies.
📅 Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM)
📍 Location: True Divine Baptist Church (4601 Troy Highway)
🍽️ Dinner will be served!
MPS REMINDER: Join us Monday, Sept. 28 (5:30–7:00 PM) at the MPS Leadership Center (Bldg B, 720 Grove St) for our Parent-Teacher Roadmap Workshop! Learn strategies for partnering with teachers & supporting your student at home. REGISTER NOW!
Applications are officially open for Parent University, Cohort I (2026–2027)!
Facilitated by the MPS Office of Federal Programs, this initiative is designed to empower parents, elevate students, and strengthen our community.
Up to 150 parents will be selected.
Join us for an opportunity to Inform • Connect • Empower as we come together to support students, strengthen families, and build brighter futures.
September 25, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Bellinger Hill Auditorium 1153 S. Lawrence Street
Come connect, learn about resources and supports, and discover opportunities that can make a difference for students and families.
Together We Make a Difference!
As the season changes, we’re looking forward to crisp weather, cozy sweater days, and colorful leaves falling from trees as we continue learning and growing across the district.
What's your favorite thing about fall?
Thank you again to everyone who joined us for Open House. We truly appreciate your time, presence, and continued partnership. For families who were unable to attend, we look forward to welcoming you to Percy L. Julian High School very soon.
As we continue working together to support student success, we are asking for your help in reinforcing an important message at home: Percy Julian High School is a place of learning, growth, and opportunity. Fighting, disorderly conduct, and behavior that disrupts the learning environment will not be tolerated.
We want every student to feel safe, supported, and able to focus on learning each day. Achieving that goal requires a strong partnership between the school and our families. Please talk with your student about making positive choices, resolving conflicts appropriately, following school expectations, and treating others with respect.
We believe Percy Julian can be a place where all students and families soar, but we cannot do it without you. Thank you for standing with us as we work to create the safe, orderly, and academically focused school environment our students deserve.
Together We Rise. Together We Lead. Together We Soar.
Mrs. Cheryl Fountain, Principal
💡Heavy backpacks can cause real back and shoulder strain. Keep these quick safety tips in mind:
⚖️ Keep loaded bags under 10–15% of your child's body weight.
🎒 Wear both straps to distribute weight evenly and avoid strain.
🚸 Choose bright colors or reflective strips for traffic safety.
Help your students lighten the load today! 💙✨
