The Monroe County Board of Education will meet in called session tomorrow at 4 p.m. The Board of Education will then meet in regular session at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow. The agendas can be found here: https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/Index.aspx?S=4117
We can't wait to award these to our elementary & middle school students who have read a million words this year! They've worked so hard to become a Monroe Millionaire. #Literacy #ReadersAreLeaders #CommittedToExcellence #LearnGrowSucceed
It's a big day for the MPHS Tennis Teams! Monroe County Schools in partnership with the Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber of Commerce held the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for our beautiful new courts. Plus, both the boys and girls play in the first round of the GHSA State Playoffs this afternoon. Help us wish them luck in their matches today! #GoDawgs #Tennis #LearnGrowSucceed #CommittedToExcellence
April 14, 2023 - The Mary Persons High School Freshman Campus has resumed normal operations following this morning’s potential school threat. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office will remain on campus this afternoon to provide support. We’d like to thank the Monroe County Schools Administration and the MCSO for their quick response today.
April 14, 2023 - Officials at Mary Persons High School’s Freshman Campus were alerted regarding a possible school threat made via phone messaging. Monroe County Schools are collaborating with the Monroe County Sheriff's office to investigate this potential threat. The campus is currently on Code Yellow and we have a larger law enforcement presence on campus at this time. School administrators, staff, and students will continue to adhere to our normal safety protocols.
It's almost time! Pre-K registration, and new Kindergarten student registration, begins Monday, April 17, at 8:30 a.m. The registration process is online this year. Look for the registration link at the top of our homepage beginning Monday morning. #LearnGrowSucceed #CommittedToExcellence
The Monroe County Schools Board of Education will meet in regular session tonight at 5:30 p.m. You can view the agenda here: https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=4117&MID=103669 #CommittedToExcellence #LearnGrowSucceed
Looking for summer activities for your child? Stop by our Summer Camp Expo & Resource Fair tomorrow at the Fine Arts Center. #SummerCamp #LearnGrowSucceed #CommittedToExcellence
Monroe County Schools will be closed April 3-April 7 for Spring Break. Staff will return on April 10, and students on April 11. Enjoy your break! #SpringBreak2023 #LearnGrowSucceed #CommittedToExcellence
Enter the world of Matilda, Jr. this week at the Fine Arts Center. Watch as the talented students of MCMS bring this story of imagination and bravery to life. The show starts at 7 p.m., this Thursday and Friday. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children/students.
School buses will run 1.5 hours later than usual on Monday, March 27 due to the delayed start for all Monroe County schools.
Due to overnight weather conditions, Monroe County Schools will operate on a delayed start schedule for Monday, March 27, 2023. Staff will report at 9 a.m. All schools will begin at 9:30 a.m. Please allow plenty of time and use caution when driving to school in the morning.
****For Immediate Release****
On Thursday, March 23, 2023, administrators at Monroe County Middle School were alerted to a possible threat towards the school that was allegedly made by an MCMS student over social media.
Superintendent Dr. Mike Hickman and the Monroe County Sheriff's Office were made aware of the situation by MCMS administration. Monroe County school officials and the MSCO are still investigating. Until the investigation is complete, the individual alleged to be involved with this threat will not be on campus. The middle school campus will be supported by law enforcement to ensure student safety.
No charges have been filed at this time.
The Fit to Achieve 5K has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 13, due to possible inclement weather. The safety of our participants and volunteers is our top priority, and we do not want to put anyone at risk in unpredictable weather conditions. All registered participants will receive an email with further details. Race registration will remain open for those who want to sign up. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you at the rescheduled event.
The Board of Education will be meeting in Called Session on Monday, March 20, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the Boardroom at the Central Office. The purpose of the meeting will be:
*Discuss possible amendment of recently approved conflict of interest policy
*Approve personnel actions
Members of the Central Office team spent time today getting CPR Certified. Thank you, Sean Boland, for taking time to teach us. #LearnGrowSucceed #CommittedToExcellence
Friendly reminder, tomorrow is a holiday for Monroe County students. Enjoy the long weekend! #LearnGrowSucceed #CommittedToExcellence
The Monroe County Board of Education will meet in regular session tonight at 5:30. You can view the agenda here: https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=4117&MID=103668
Thank you to the Alpha Rho Chapter of Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority, Inc. for donating more than 200 books to K.B. Sutton Elementary School and the MCS Literacy Council. We can't wait to share these titles with our young learners! #LearnGrowSucceed #CommittedToExcellence
Shortly before 5 p.m., the fire alarms went off at the Board of Education. Central Office staff evacuated while the fire department checked the building. The cause of the alert was a faulty smoke detector. Thank you to the City of Forsyth Fire Department for their quick response.
