Thank you to Mobile County Commissioner Connie Hudson for speaking to our Future Business Leaders of America (MGM FBLA ) students today in celebration of FBLA American Enterprise Day! American Enterprise Day, observed each year on November 15, celebrates the U.S. free enterprise system and the spirit of entrepreneurship. FBLA chapters across the nation recognize this day with activities that promote understanding of capitalism, entrepreneurship, and the importance of a free market economy. Commissioner Hudson met with students from Mary G. Montgomery High School’s FBLA chapter and sponsor Ms. Robinson to discuss Mobile County government and its vital role in recruiting economic development to our area. Our students asked thoughtful questions and remained engaged throughout the discussion — truly an inspiring group of future leaders!
Congratulations to Alex Rowe and Caden Lee for coming in 14th place for our team’s first Alabama Bass Nation High School Tournament at Lake Eufaula this past weekend! Please wish our whole team good luck and safe travels as we will be traveling back to Lake Eufaula on November 20th for our final Wiregrass Student Angler Trail tournament on November 22nd. SKOL VIKINGS!
Our Academy Ambassadors, along with Career Coach Mrs. Terra Price, attended the November Semmes Chamber of Commerce meeting. The guest speaker was Lt. Col. Robert “Frank” Barrow (Ret.), who shared inspiring stories about the importance of kindness and the many opportunities that come with dedication and service. Our JROTC cadets proudly presented the colors to open the meeting. It was especially meaningful to hear Lt. Col. Barrow’s experiences in the military just days after celebrating Veterans Day. Lt. Col. Barrow is also retired from MCPSS, most recently serving as the JROTC Commander. We are so proud to be part of such a supportive and connected community!
Our MGM Viking Battalion JROTC cadets proudly marched in the Veteran’s Day Parade in Mobile! Thank you to our cadets for showing their support and respect for our nation’s veterans. Veterans Day, observed each year on November 11, honors all U.S. military veterans who have served in the Armed Forces. The date marks the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I in 1918—originally celebrated as Armistice Day before becoming Veterans Day in 1954. We are proud of our cadets for representing MGM and honoring those who have served our country. 💙🖤🤍
#SkolVikings #VeteransDay #MGMJROTC #ProudToServe
#SkolVikings #VeteransDay #MGMJROTC #ProudToServe
MGM Alumni Spotlight 🌟
MGM alumna Kaylei Touchtone was invited to attend the Manufacturing Meeting at the Mobile Chamber alongside Principal Mr. Diaz and Career Coach Mrs. Price. Kaylei represented Mary G. Montgomery High School and MCPSS exceptionally well as she spoke to industry partners about the value of offering opportunities to students and being actively involved in Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs. She also shared how her academy experience, job shadowing, and internship opportunities through MCPSS helped prepare her for success beyond high school.
Kaylei is a true example of how strong partnerships between schools and industry create real pathways to the future workforce. #CareerTechEducation #MCPSS #Manufacturing #WorkBasedLearning #StudentSuccess #MGMVikings #IndustryPartnerships
MGM alumna Kaylei Touchtone was invited to attend the Manufacturing Meeting at the Mobile Chamber alongside Principal Mr. Diaz and Career Coach Mrs. Price. Kaylei represented Mary G. Montgomery High School and MCPSS exceptionally well as she spoke to industry partners about the value of offering opportunities to students and being actively involved in Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs. She also shared how her academy experience, job shadowing, and internship opportunities through MCPSS helped prepare her for success beyond high school.
Kaylei is a true example of how strong partnerships between schools and industry create real pathways to the future workforce. #CareerTechEducation #MCPSS #Manufacturing #WorkBasedLearning #StudentSuccess #MGMVikings #IndustryPartnerships
Several of our clubs, organizations, and sports teams have been busy volunteering at our feeder pattern elementary schools’ Fall Festivals! 🍂🎃 We love giving back to our community and spending time with all our future Viking students. #SkolVikings #VikingFamily #CommunityStrong
Our sophomore and freshmen students had the chance to visit the University of South Alabama’s College of Engineering today for Discovering Engineering Day! A big thank you to USA’s College of Engineering for hosting such an engaging and educational event — our students came away informed, motivated and excited about their futures!
Our JROTC cadets recently participated in a Veteran's Day parade with Taylor-White Elementary School Thank you for allowing us to be a part of such a special day. 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙
Students in our Academy of Hospitality and Tourism Culinary I class recently learned the art of baking and decorating sugar cookies. They showcased their creativity by designing cookies to look like pumpkins and then shared their sweet treats with our Pre-K students on Halloween. The Culinary I students did an amazing job, and our little ones absolutely loved their delicious pumpkin cookies! 🎃🍪
Our Pre-K students had an amazingly spooky and fun Halloween! They enjoyed trick-or-treating through the school and collecting lots of sweet treats. With our Visual and Fine Arts teachers, they sang songs, listened to stories, and learned all about bats and spiders. The celebration ended with even more yummy goodies — pumpkin cookies baked and decorated by our talented Academy of Hospitality and Tourism students. Our little ones looked absolutely adorable in their costumes! 🎃🦇🕸️🕷️🍭🍫🍬
Our MGM FBLA students have been busy over the last few weeks. Students participated in the FBLA District 3 workshop. Members from across the district came together to learn more about FBLA, leadership, communication skills, competitive events, and community service initiatives like the March of Dimes. Members also had fun during Halloween by passing out trick or treat candy bags to our Pre-K . They also assisted in the classroom with a fun black cat craft as well as story time. Thank you to these students and sponsors for helping our students be leaders and investing in our ow pre-k students.
Students in our BSU organization visited Alabama State University and The Legacy Museum.
Students were encouraged to think about their education beyond high school. Tour guides at Alabama State University discussed college life, major choices, the admissions process, and other information when planning for college.
At The Legacy Museum students took a walk through history and learned how history touches us daily.
Students were encouraged to think about their education beyond high school. Tour guides at Alabama State University discussed college life, major choices, the admissions process, and other information when planning for college.
At The Legacy Museum students took a walk through history and learned how history touches us daily.
🎉 Congratulations to our own Brenda Box, Assistant Principal at Mary G Montgomery High School! 🎓 She was honored as the 2025–2026 District 1 High School Assistant Principal of the Year at the AASSP/AAMSP Conference! We’re proud of her leadership and dedication to our students! 👏🏻#SkolVokings
Last week, five Semmes FFA members and their advisor Ms. Dent hit the road to Indianapolis to compete for the first time ever in the National FFA Organization Agricultural Sales CDE! 🚜💼
These students are true trail blazers — representing not just our chapter, but our entire state in a contest that’s brand new to us. Their hard work, preparation, and professionalism have already made us proud.
They earned Bronze status this year, but they represented MGM, Semmes, and Mobile County with Gold standards. No matter the outcome, they’re setting the bar high and paving the way for future competitors! 💪🌾💙💛
Career Academies of MCPSS
These students are true trail blazers — representing not just our chapter, but our entire state in a contest that’s brand new to us. Their hard work, preparation, and professionalism have already made us proud.
They earned Bronze status this year, but they represented MGM, Semmes, and Mobile County with Gold standards. No matter the outcome, they’re setting the bar high and paving the way for future competitors! 💪🌾💙💛
Career Academies of MCPSS
November 5 at the Veteran's Day Assembly, we conducted an awards and promotion and recognition ceremony for our MGM JROTC Cadets. We had several cadets receive promotions and they received their new cords and pins with the help of Assistant Principal, Ms. Box. Our Freshmen cadets that participated in the LET 1 Drill Competition and took 3rd place received drill shoulder cords and arc pins for their dress uniforms.
Our Academy of Biomedical Science students visited The University of Alabama this past Friday for an exciting day of career exploration and learning about future opportunities in healthcare. Students explored Denny Chimes on the Quad, the Student Recreation Center, the Capstone College of Nursing, and enjoyed lunch at Lakeside Dining Hall. A special highlight of the day was visiting the Capstone College of Nursing, led by MGM alumnus Dr. Julie Tanner Sanford, Dean of the college! Students had the opportunity to see the impressive simulation mannequins and hands-on training facilities that nursing students use as they prepare for their professional careers. Experiences like this help our Vikings connect classroom learning to real-world careers and inspire their next steps after high school.
Thank you to all our veterans and community members who joined us today for our Veterans Day Program. We are truly grateful for your service, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms. Veterans Day, observed each year on November 11, marks the anniversary of the end of World War I in 1918. It’s a day to honor all men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces — past and present — for their courage and commitment. A special thank you to the MGM Band, MGM Choir, JROTC, BSU, Multicultural Club, FBLA, Rho Kappa, National Honor Society, National English Honor Society, Creative Writing, and many others who helped make today’s program so meaningful. At Mary G. Montgomery High School, we are proud to honor our veterans each year and show our deep appreciation for all they have done — and continue to do — for our country. Skol Vikings! 🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️🤍💙
As we enter the month of Thankfulness, we want to give our community a special opportunity to share their gratitude with our amazing teachers, staff, and administrators. 💛 Use the link below to send a message of appreciation to anyone at MGM and let them know how much they’re valued!
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MCPSS is partnering with Feeding the Gulf Coast to provide a box of non-perishable food to our students in need as a result of the SNAP delay. Parents and guardians of MCPSS students who are experiencing a food crisis in their household may request a one-time box of non-perishable food by completing this form by Wednesday, November 5, at noon: https://forms.office.com/r/kx5kxCBaKg For those in the community who want to help, we greatly appreciate your support. We encourage you to donate to Feeding the Gulf Coast. We have worked with Feeding the Gulf Coast to compile lists of local food banks that are helping our various communities: Downtown, Midtown, Crichton, Toulminville, Trinity Gardens, Prichard, Chickasaw • Gateway Community Outreach at Navco, First and Third Thursdays of the month: 10 AM - 12 PM, (251) 471-3552, 1719 Navco Rd, Mobile, AL 36605 • Catholic Social Services Service Center, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays: 8:45-11:30 AM and 1:30-4 PM. Call to make an appointment.(251) 434-1500, 188 South Florida Street, Mobile, AL 36602 • New Beginning Church of God, 2nd and 4th Saturday and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 11 AM - 1 PM, 251-329-0822, 3106 Moffett Rd, Mobile, AL 36607 • The Joseph Project, Distributions on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month: 10 AM - 12 PM, (251) 478-6356, 126 Mobile Street, Mobile, AL 36607 • St. Stephen African Methodist Episcopal Church, 3rd Saturday of the month: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., (251) 344-6760, 2707 Josephine St., Mobile, AL 36607 • Trinity Episcopal Church, Mondays: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM, (251) 473-2779, 1900 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL 36606 • Dotch Community Center, Food distribution on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Begins at 7:30 am., 3100 Bank Ave, Mobile, AL 36617 • The New Pleasant View Baptist Church, Food distribution on November 8, and by appointment for residents of 36617 only, 1517 Katye St, Mobile, AL 36617 • First Baptist Church of Baltimore Street, 3rd Wednesday of each month. Call for times., (251) 433-8492, 1200 Baltimore St, Mobile, AL 36605 • Apostolic Pentecostal Holy Church Of God, Fridays: 4 PM - 7 PM, Saturdays: 12 PM - 6 PM, (251) 648-3996, 1710 Bolden Street, Mobile, AL 36617 • Loaves and Fish, Pantry is open Tuesdays 9 AM - 1 PM, Please call for an appointment after 1:00 PM on Tuesdays for an appointment the following Tuesday., 251-432-0591, 1260 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL 36604 • Serving Our Unique People - SOUP, Wednesdays 8:30 AM — 10:30 AM, (251) 377-0030, 1320 Center Street, Mobile, AL 36604 • Trinity Lutheran Church, Food distribution on November 19, 2668 Berkley Ave, Mobile, AL 36617 • Walk By Faith Christian Ministries, Please call to make an appointment, 251-648-5239 or 251-648-5992, 1110 Texas Street, Mobile, AL 36604 • Mt. Hebron Missionary Baptist Church, Fridays: 10 AM - Noon, (251) 457-9900, 2531 Berkley Avenue, Mobile, AL 36610 Downtown, Midtown, Crichton, Toulminville, Trinity Gardens, Prichard, Chickasaw • Salvation Army, Monday-Friday: Breakfast: 5:30 AM - 6 AM and Dinner: 3 PM - 4 PM, (251) 438-1625, 1009 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36604 • St. James Major Parish, Thursdays: 10 AM — 12 PM, (251) 456-6842, 714 N College St, Prichard, AL 36610 • Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Please call for an appointment., (251) 432-2997, 1012 Adams Street, Mobile, AL 36603 • St. John's Deliverance Temple, 3rd Saturday of each month: 11 AM - 2 PM, (251) 470-0350, 2621 Ralston Ave, Mobile, AL 36605 • Church of Life, Inc., 3rd Saturday of the month: 8 AM - 9:30 AM, (251) 457-4040, 539 South Wilson Avenue, Prichard, AL 36610 • Waterfront Rescue Mission, Monday-Friday: Please call for hours., (251) 433-1847, 279-A North Washington Ave., Mobile, AL 36603, • St. Louis Street Missionary Baptist Church, Pantry: Last Thursday and Friday of the month: Noon - 1 PM • Soup Kitchen: Sundays: 4 PM, (251) 438-3823, 108 North Dearborn Street, Mobile, AL 36602 • State Street AME Zion Church, 2nd Tuesday of the month: 1 PM - 4 PM, 251-635-0099, 502 State St, Mobile, AL 36603 • Greater Pine Grove AME, Food distribution on November 24, 800 Dr Thomas Ave S, Mobile, AL 36610 • House of Rescue Church Ministries, 4th Saturday of each month: 9 AM — 12 PM, 251-533-6803, 726 Elba Ave, Mobile, AL 36612 • True Miracle Church of God, 2nd Sunday of the month: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., (251) 452-4628, 817 Overton Street, Prichard, AL 36610 • Kingdom Connections Outreach Ministries, Food distribution every 3rd Saturday: 10 AM - 2 PM, Call for assistance if help is needed outside of scheduled distribution, 251-500-0264 or 251-229-9651, 4718 St Stephens Rd, Prichard, AL 36613 • Yorktown Missionary Baptist Church, 2nd Saturday of the month: 9:30 AM - 11 AM, (251) 452-8108, 851 East Street, Plateau, AL 36610 • Africatown CDC, Food distribution on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. Distribution begins at 10 AM, 850 Edwards St, Mobile, AL 36610 • Africatown, Food distribution on November 25, 2201 Paper Mill Rd, Mobile, AL 36610 • Agape Life Garden, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM an
