first day of school

Dallas Co. School students head back to school

From the West Alabama Newsroom– The Dallas County School system kicked off the start of a new school year Wednesday morning. Superintendent Anthony Sampson stopped by each school in the district — to make sure the new school year — got off to a good start. Students at Durant-Tipton Middle School are glad to be back at school — and…

Students in Perry Co. head back to school

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Summer break has come to an end for several area school districts. Students in the Perry County School district were among those who went back to school Monday. A sense of excitement and optimism about the new school year — fueled the first day. School officials say the goal for the year is to build…

Dallas Co. Schools one week away from new school year

From the West Alabama Newsroom– The Dallas County Public School District is making its final preparations leading up to the kick off of a new school year. The first day of school for students — is only one week away. And teachers return Thursday — for staff professional development training. Superintendent Anthony Sampson says the district intends to continue to…

Public school students in Dallas Co. head back to school

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Summer break officially came to an end today for public school students in Dallas County. Both the Selma City — and Dallas County school districts — kicked off their 2023-24 school year Monday morning. The start of a new school year is always exciting — and filled with optimism. “Today is the first day of…

Selma City School Students Head Back to School

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Students in Selma City Schools — went back to school Monday. The district kicked off the new school year with a new superintendent leading the way — and high expectations for a successful school year. “Well, it was just so exciting to be able to come back — to what we hope to be is…

Dallas County Schools Get Ready for First Day of School

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Dallas County School officials make final preparations for the first day of school. Students head back to school Thursday. The optimism at the start of a new school year — can only be matched by the excitement of the first day of school. “I’m actually very excited for the first day. I’m ready to see…

Selma City School Students Head Back to School

From the West Alabama Newsroom– Students in the Selma City school district went back-to-school for in-person learning Monday. Superintendent Dr. Avis Williams says the first day of school — went off without a hitch. She says the first week will be spent getting re-adjusted to in-school learning. “We’re spending this week just building relationships, getting to know each other, and…