We are gearing up for Alabama Sun Bucks, preloaded cards with a one-time benefit for summer, and need your help to ensure student information is up-to-date. Parents who have changed their address since registration need to contact their child's school and update their address in PowerSchool by February 28th. Keeping records current will help us serve families more efficiently and make sure children have access to nutritious meals. Thank you!

about 1 month ago, Marion County Board of Education
Sun Bucks
During today’s Board of Education meeting, our school counselors were proudly recognized for their dedication and service to our district. This group plays an essential role in supporting students’ academic achievement, social-emotional growth, and college and career readiness. They wear many hats each day—advocate, mentor, problem-solver, encourager, and leader—often working behind the scenes to ensure every student has the support needed to succeed. We are deeply grateful for their unwavering commitment, compassion, and service to our students and schools. Thank you to our outstanding school counselors for the difference you make every single day! Pictured with our Superintendent, Board Members, and Counseling Supervisor Kevin Dulaney, are (left to right): Julie Kladke-HHS, Erica Salter-HES, Monica Allen-PHS, Jonathan Tuck-PES, Lisa McCaleb-BES & BHS, Jessica Scott-GES, Alana Hawkins-MCHS, Halie Hagood-HCES, Raven Wilburn-HCHS, and Allyson Frederick-HMS.
about 1 month ago, Marion County Board of Education
School Counselors

During today’s board meeting, our Marion County Career Coaches were recognized for their outstanding dedication and service. These ladies work tirelessly as liaisons between education and industry, helping students identify career goals, explore the 16 career clusters, and develop meaningful postsecondary plans. They provide resume assistance, conduct mock interviews, facilitate dual enrollment opportunities, organize job shadowing experiences, and connect students with local employers. We are truly grateful for their commitment to preparing our students for success beyond graduation and appreciate the important work they do each day. Pictured with our Superintendent, Board Members, and the Career Coaches’ direct supervisor, Josh Weatherly, are (from left to right): Carmin Nichols-HHS & HMS, Lindsey Oliver-HCHS & PHS, and Oakley Durham-BHS & MCHS.

about 1 month ago, Marion County Board of Education
Career Coaches
All Marion County Schools will be closed Monday, February 16, 2026 in honor of Presidents' Day.
about 2 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Presidents' Day
MCHS: Congratulations to Carter Stephens - Indoor 1600M STATE CHAMPION 1A-3A (Carter won with a time of 4:31).
about 2 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
MCHS

All Marion County Schools' students will dismiss 1/2 day tomorrow, February 4, for a professional development/teacher workday. Buses will run at 11:30.

about 2 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Half Day for Students
Band interest meeting.
2 months ago, Seth Seaborn
band
All Marion County schools will operate on a two hour delay tomorrow Tuesday, January 27th. All buses will run two hours after their normal times, and bells will ring two hours later than usual.
2 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Two Hour Delay
All Marion County Schools will be closed Monday, January 26, due to potentially hazardous road conditions.
2 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
schools closed

Marion County Schools is actively monitoring the forecast for potential winter weather this weekend and urges all families to stay informed. Please follow the advice of professional meteorologists and take precautions in the event winter weather impacts our community.
Should any changes to next week’s school schedule be necessary, an all-call message will be issued. Additional updates will be available on our website and social media channels.
Ensuring the safety of our students and staff is our highest priority.

2 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Potential Winter Weather

All Marion County Schools will be closed Monday, January 19th, for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

3 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
MLK Day
Due to the threat of severe weather on Friday afternoon, all after-school activities for Friday, January 9th, will be cancelled. We will continue to monitor the weather and make additional announcements if necessary.
3 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Severe Weather
Welcome back from the Christmas Holidays! All Marion County Schools will resume tomorrow, January 6, 2026.
3 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Welcome Back

All Marion County Schools will be closed December 22 - January 5 for the Christmas Holidays. Students will begin the second semester on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

4 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Christmas Holidays
Please click the link for a message from our Superintendent:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AdcR43Cu9EBPPel2qsxIvpHU3YFvGaCS/view?usp=sharing
4 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Supt Message
All Marion County Schools will dismiss tomorrow, December 19th, at 12:00 to begin the Christmas Holidays.
4 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Schools Closed
•When we return from Christmas break, a phone call and text will be sent to the first two PowerSchool contacts for any student who is absent that day. You should expect to receive that call between 9:20 a.m. and 9:45 a.m.
•Please remember that although absences for exams are counted by semester, the number of absences for truancy is for the entire school year.
o When a student is absent, an excuse must be turned in within 3 days of the student’s return to school.
o Once a student has reached 10 absences, all absences after that will only be excused with a medical or legal excuse.
4 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Second Semester Updates

Happy Thanksgiving! All Marion County Schools will be closed November 24-28 for the Thanksgiving holidays.

4 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Thanksgiving Holidays

Congratulations to our Alabama Ag in the Classroom Mini-Grant Recipients:
*Esther Ballard, Hamilton Middle School, Marion County- Awarded Grant for STEM in the Garden
*Jenna Cochran, Hamilton Elementary School, Marion County- Awarded Grant for Garden to Table: Student Led Project
*Ana Colburn, Hamilton Elementary, Marion County- Awarded Grant for Milk Around the World: exploring Agriculture, Culture and History
*Tracy Cox, Guin Elementary School, Marion County- Awarded Grant for Watch Us Grow
*Alana Hawkins, Marion County High School, Marion County- Awarded Grant for Promoting Nutrition in the Classroom
*Donna Hill, Phillips Elementary, Marion County- Awarded Grant for Grow Bear Garden: Grow, Grow, Grow
*Jennifer Lauderdale, Phillips High School, Marion County- Awarded Grant for “ Put the Bee in Bears”
*Ryan Sanderson, Brilliant School, Marion County- Awarded Grant for Hand on learning for our “Little Tigers”
*Seth Seaborn, Marion County High School, Marion County- Awarded Grant for Fish Tanks
*Kristi Sink and Jessica Emerson, Hackleburg Elementary, Marion County- Awarded Grant for Composting for Agricultural Literacy: A Hands-On Approach to Sustainability
*Brittany Swinney, Hamilton Middle School, Marion County- Awarded Grant for Growing Minds: Hydroponics and Agri-Innovations Lab
*Josh Weatherly, Guin Elementary School, Marion County- Awarded Grant for sensory Supplies for Greenhouse

5 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Alabama Ag in the Classroom Grant Awards

All Marion County Schools will be closed tomorrow, November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you, veterans, for your service to our country!

5 months ago, Marion County Board of Education
Veterans Day