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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.
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Getting ready for summer school! Our upcoming summer school opportunities around the district were discussed at today's meeting.
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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
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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!
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The Hamilton Elementary School Show Choir did a wonderful job presenting “Cinderella… If the Shoe Fits.” Congratulations!
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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
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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.
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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!
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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!
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Hackleburg High - Thanks to ALL who made the Hackleburg FFA Farmers & Supporters Breakfast a wonderful success!
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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!
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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.
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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!
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Thank you to everyone who made the Marion County Ag Expo a wonderful success!
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On this day, we recognize the professionals who keep the school library in working order and organized. They provide guidance and expose our youth not only to texts, print media, and literature, but to digital resources and technology, too. We appreciate our librarians!
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Thank you to our team of paraprofessionals who provide support and make an impact on our learners in all grade levels every day. Thank you for ALL that you do - we appreciate you!
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Follow this link to access the Child Nutrition page on our MCBE website. You will find menus and useful information:
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The National Weather Service has put us under a level 3 threat of severe weather this afternoon. Therefore, all Marion County Schools will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. this afternoon in order to give our buses time to get all of our students home safely. Be weather aware, and stay safe!
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National Assistant Principals Week is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our schools. These dedicated folks work to bolster teachers, motivate students, support their principal, and face the many challenges that land on their desk. We thank you, and we appreciate you!
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All Marion County Schools will be closed for Spring Break March 25-29, 2024. School will resume on Monday, April 1st. Have fun and stay safe!
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