Mobile County Seniors Get a Head Start on Local Careers at District Career Fair
With graduation less than a month away, high school seniors across Mobile County are getting an early look at the jobs waiting for them close to home. Dozens of local…
Termite Damage Shuts Down Parts of Murphy High School Library, Computer Labs
Termites caused structural damage to part of Murphy High School's library and two computer labs, prompting an emergency repair declaration. MCPSS says classes continue uninterrupted as the district moves to…
Ladd-Peebles Renovations Lag Years After MCPSS Takes Ownership
Three years after MCPSS bought Ladd-Peebles Stadium for one dollar, a district spokesperson says the final $2.3 million payout is due by Oct. 1, with no set deadline to spend…
MCPSS Opens 2026-27 School Year With #BeTheReason Challenge, Football Kickoffs and AP Honors
Mobile County Public Schools kicked off the 2026-27 school year with Superintendent Chresal D. Threadgill's #BeTheReason challenge, football season send-offs at Vigor High School, a Camp Kindergarten welcome at Gilliard…
LeFlore Career Coach John Davis, Dodge Elementary’s Kathleen Woodard Honored for Scouting Values
LeFlore Magnet career coach John Davis and Dodge Elementary teacher Kathleen Woodard received the Outstanding Educator Award from the Mobile Area Council of Scouting America.
MCPSS Sees 26% Jump in AP Scholars as 369 Students Earn Recognition
Mobile County Public Schools saw a 26 percent increase in AP Scholars this year, with 369 students earning the College Board distinction.
MCPSS Sees 26% Jump in AP Scholars as 369 Students Earn Recognition
Mobile County Public Schools saw a 26 percent increase in AP Scholars this year, with 369 students earning the College Board distinction.
Semmes Mayor, Mobile County School Board Member Trade Accusations After Heated Confrontation
Semmes Mayor Brandon Van Hook filed a police report alleging Mobile County School Commissioner Johnny Hatcher threatened him after a personnel hearing; Hatcher disputes the characterization.
New ‘Speak Up’ App Lets Mobile County Students Report Safety Concerns Anonymously
MCPSS has launched a new 'Speak Up' app that lets students anonymously report safety concerns as the district opens the 2026-27 school year.
Mobile County Reports Continued Drop in Truancy, Chronic Absenteeism as School Year Opens
Mobile County's DA office reports truancy fell another 31% and chronic absenteeism dropped 3% last school year under its Helping Families Initiative.