May is Law Enforcement Appreciation Month. Law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day to keep us all safe. Throughout the month of May, make sure you thank the law enforcement officers in your community for all that they do!
National Mental Health Awareness Month focuses on bringing tools, resources, and education to the general public. While we focus on our physical wellbeing, we often forget to take stock of our emotional and spiritual needs. Achieving mental health is a daily process.
Congratulations to our Hamilton Aggie Track & Field/Cross Country Boys Team on their 4A State Championship!
Congratulations to our Lady Raiders on their back-to-back Girls 1A State Championships!
Teachers play a critical role in educating and shaping our children into the future leaders of our country. These kind, patient, hard-working, dedicated, and understanding professionals help mold our children and guide them in positive directions. Thank a teacher this week!
Marion County Principals, Assistant Principals, and Central Office Administrators strive to be lifelong learners. We have participated in two years of administrative leadership training that involved both individual coaching at the school level and system whole group training. Kacy Pierce, Denise Woods, and Cheryl Capps were our trainers and mentors. During the process they have become partners and friends of Marion County Schools.
Between preparing healthy meals, adhering to strict nutrition guidelines, and offering service with a smile, school nutrition professionals are true heroes. School Lunch Hero Day is the perfect opportunity to recognize the hardworking professionals in our school cafeterias.
Getting ready for summer school! Our upcoming summer school opportunities around the district were discussed at today's meeting.
The Phillips High School JAG program competed at the state level and qualified to compete in 3 categories at the national conference in St. Louis. Congrats!
Career Preparation - 1st Place
Lauren Welch
Financial Literacy - 3rd Place
Zach Farr
Outstanding Chapter - 2nd Place
School Principals' Day on May 1st is your reminder to take time today and say thank you to the educational leaders who look after your children every day. After all, they guide academic success and set the tone for an entire school. Happy School Principals' Day!
The Hamilton Elementary School Show Choir did a wonderful job presenting “Cinderella… If the Shoe Fits.” Congratulations!
To view and apply for Certified positions within Marion County Schools, please visit the Employment Information page on our website and follow the link provided:
https://www.mcbe.net/page/employment-information
Today we recognize the professionals who keep an office running smoothly. The work of secretaries, administrative assistants, receptionists, and other administrative support professionals is central to any office, and these professionals keep their office organized and efficient.
Congratulations Lauren Welch, River Poe, Zach Farr, and Mike King. This group represented PHS JAG at the National Career Development Conference in St. Louis this weekend. Lauren brought home a National Championship in Career Preparedness. PHS JAG was recognized as a 2024 Outstanding Chapter and received the National Service Award. Congratulations and thank you to all those involved!
MCHS Juniors and Seniors had the privilege of touring Paccar engines in Columbus, Mississippi and hearing about their intern programs. So thankful for the opportunity to visit and discover new opportunities for our students!
Hackleburg High - Thanks to ALL who made the Hackleburg FFA Farmers & Supporters Breakfast a wonderful success!
Phillips High School: Congratulations to Payton Miller, Class 1A Bryant Jordan Achievement Award winner! Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication both in and out of the classroom!
We were proud to start our first skid steer training class today for Marion County Schools. Our first class was made up of Hamilton High School students and was sponsored by Bevill State Community College - Skills for Success and the Innovation Center. This is a free certification class through the Community College System. We will have more in the next few weeks.
National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. The theme for National Library Week 2024 (April 7-13) is Ready, Set, Library!
Thank you to everyone who made the Marion County Ag Expo a wonderful success!
