Mobile County Flu Tests Surpassed Prior Season’s Total Early in 2018
Mobile County recorded 1,148 positive flu tests by Jan. 19, 2018, exceeding the total from the prior flu season as cases peaked unusually early.
Eddie Tyler Agrees to Take Baldwin County Schools Superintendent Job
Hours after a contentious board vote, veteran educator Eddie Tyler confirmed he will return to Baldwin County as the school system's next superintendent.
Baldwin County Schools Growing Fast, But Superintendent Pay Trails State
Despite ranking among Alabama's fastest-growing districts, Baldwin County offered a superintendent salary well below dozens of smaller systems.
Mobile County Schools Push Perfect Attendance Campaign to Combat Chronic Absences
Mobile County Public Schools launched an attendance campaign in September, warning that missed early school days can lead to chronic absenteeism.
Baldwin County Teachers Turn Empty Classrooms Into Learning Wonderlands Before First Day
As Baldwin County schools prepare to open, teachers spent weeks transforming bare classrooms into themed learning spaces for students.
Saraland Schools Chief Named Finalist for State Superintendent Honor
Saraland City Schools Superintendent Aaron Milner is a finalist for Alabama Superintendent of the Year, capping a run of growth for the district.
Baldwin County Schools Propose Leaner $312 Million Budget for 2016 Despite Enrollment Growth
Baldwin County school officials presented a $312 million budget for 2016, down from $330 million, even as enrollment continues to climb.
Chickasaw Schools Open Separate Elementary Campus for First Time
Chickasaw City Schools has opened a separate elementary campus for the first time, backed by $400,000 in renovations and a new pre-K program.
Chickasaw Schools Superintendent Departs to Lead Demopolis District
Chickasaw City Schools' founding superintendent is leaving after three years to take the top job in Demopolis, capping a period of steady growth.
Baldwin County Residents Want Outside Leader as Next Schools Superintendent
A survey of more than 3,100 Baldwin County residents and school employees shows strong support for an outside candidate with financial expertise as the next superintendent.