MPS Considers Closing Two Schools
The two elementary schools serve South Montgomery County and have less than 200 students combined.
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Goodwyn Middle School in Montgomery to Close for 14 Days Due to COVID-19 Cases
Montgomery Public Schools has announced that it is closing Goodwyn Middle School for 14 calendar days due to a rise in positive COVID-19 cases.
ADPH: More Closings and Restrictions as More COVID-19 Cases Confirmed
The Alabama Department of Public Health is announcing new guidelines and closures, as officials confirmed that 36 Alabamians have been diagnosed with COVID-19 as of Tuesday Morning. At an ADPH press conference, state health officer Dr. Scott Harris announced that the list of mandated school closures now includes all private schools, Pre-K and most day cares – with the exception…
East Memorial Christian Academy in Prattville to Close after 16 Years
It’s been a tough start to 2020 for East Memorial Christian Academy in Prattville. The school announced it will be closing this year, after 16 years in operation. The Headmaster, Bryan Easley, says it all comes down to declining enrollment. They have around 130 students enrolled this year, they would like for that number to be at 200. He says…
Holy Cross Episcopal School Closing after 20 Years
Officials at Holy Cross Episcopal School, a private elementary school in Montgomery, have announced the school will close after 20 years. In a statement from the school, leaders say the decision to close the school by its board of directors was not made lightly or quickly. “We have worked over the past few years to increase enrollment, minimize expenses, and…
Virginia College Students Seek Answers After Sudden Closing
Virginia College students in Montgomery say they are frustrated and confused because they’ve been told conflicting information about the next steps in continuing their education, and what will be done with the money they’ve already paid in tuition. Wednesday, the school suddenly announced its closing and students received an email that Virginia College’s accreditation was being pulled. Students were notified…
Friday School Closings and Delays
Several school systems have canceled classes Friday due to continued issues with icy roads: – Auburn University Montgomery – Alexander City Schools – Autauga Co. Schools – Bethany Christian Academy – opening at 10 AM – Bullock Co. Schools – Butler Co. Schools – Conecuh Co. Schools – Coosa Co. Schools – Crenshaw Co. Schools – Dallas Co. Schools –…
