montgomery public schools

Help Us “Stuff The Truck” This Saturday!

Learning on empty, that’s what about 50% percent of Alabama students would be doing if it weren’t for the free or reduced lunch program. The number is even higher in Montgomery County at 60%. “It doesn’t necessarily mean that our students are walking around starving, it just simply means that sometimes the meals that they have a school are the…

Two Students Injured in Fight at Lee High School

Two students were injured in a fight that happened at Lee High School in Montgomery. Montgomery Public Schools spokesperson Jade Jones said the fight occurred Thursday during morning arrival. Eight students and two adults were involved in the incident near the front entrance of the school. Two of the students were treated on the scene for minor facial injuries. Jones…

Former MPS Administrator to Serve Prison Time for Fraud

Former Jeff Davis High School Assistant Principal Walter James, the third has pleaded guilty to fraud charges. James portrayed himself as the owner of a consulting firm while also working for Montgomery Public Schools. Prosecutors say he and others submitted invoices for professional development services that were never performed. He’s been sentenced to five years in prison and he must…

Montgomery Public Schools Implement Masks, Parents Agree With The Decision

Montgomery Public schools students head back to the classroom on August 16th, and masks will be required for students, teachers and staff. The CDC recommended that all students returning to schools should have masks on even if they are vaccinated and that is the guidelines that Montgomery Public Schools are following.

MPS Experiencing Teacher Shortage

According to a recent Frontline Education Survey, the nation is dealing with a teacher shortage, and the Montgomery Public School System is among those trying to combat the problem. 

MPS says as the new school year approaches, it is crunch time to fill vacancies they currently have. They’re looking for interested candidates with any kind of college degree to apply for open positions.