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Francis Marion Math Specialist, Mrs. Sylvia Cook, along with SREB Instructional Coach, Mrs. Gail Snider presented at the Making Schools Work Conference in Orlando, Fl. Their presentation was entitled “Engaging Students in Assignments that Matter”. We are very proud of you, Mrs. Cook!

Perry County Schools is pleased to introduce and welcome Mrs. Angelica Davis to her new role as Principal of Francis Marion School. Mrs. Angelica Davis is a native of Selma, AL. She is a dedicated educator with a passion for fostering students' interest in education and building capacity in teachers. Mrs. Davis has made significant contributions to various school districts throughout her career with a strong background in elementary education and instructional leadership. Mrs. Davis holds a Master of Science in Instructional Leadership. She also holds an Education Specialist, Masters, and Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, all earned from Alabama State University in Montgomery. She displays a commitment to continuous learning as she is currently researching Doctoral studies opportunities in Curriculum and Instruction. Mrs. Davis’s professional journey has seen her assume roles of increasing responsibility. As an Assistant Principal at Francis Marion School, Marion, AL and School of Discovery, Selma, AL, she played a pivotal role in the overall administration of these institutions, including stepping in as principal in the absence of the leader. She excelled in assisting with managing daily operations and providing support to teachers. As a Mentor Teacher at Hayes K-8 School, she supported and guided early-career teachers in effective instructional techniques at her school. Mrs. Davis also served as Leader Teacher as her team was selected Elementary Team of the Year for the 2021-2022 school year. Her contributions extended beyond the classroom no matter where she served. Mrs. Davis actively participated in interviewing prospective teachers as an Interview Panel Member at Fitzpatrick Elementary. With her strong leadership skills, Mrs. Davis has been involved in various leadership and committee roles, such as being a Leadership Team Member and Budget Committee Member at Knox Elementary and a facilitator at the Selma City Schools District Summer Conference 2016. Mrs. Davis demonstrated great potential for a thriving profession during her initial year as an educator at Evergreen Elementary School. She accomplished the district's mandate of ensuring that every student under her tutelage achieved mastery of grade-level standards, with 80% or higher proficiency in both reading and math. Throughout her career, Mrs. Davis has consistently demonstrated a commitment to educational excellence and student success. Her passion for inspiring young minds, coupled with her strong instructional leadership abilities, make her a valuable asset to any educational institution.

Meet Our New Principal! We are pleased to introduce and welcome Mr. Boris Hurst to his new role as Principal of Robert C. Hatch High School. Boris Hurst graduated from Overton High School in Memphis, Tennessee. He served in the United States Army Reserves for several years while pursuing a Bachelor of Science from Alabama A&M University. After Mr. Hurst obtained an undergraduate degree, he earned a Master of Education degree from Cambridge University and an Educational Specialist degree from Lincoln Memorial University. He also taught with Atlanta Public Schools at Archer High School and Booker T. Washington High School. Mr. Hurst pursued an administrative career in education and served as assistant principal and later as principal of George Washington, Carver High School, and D.M. Therrell High School. While serving as principal of The School of Business and Entrepreneurship at the Therrell Educational Complex, Mr. Hurst implemented the Senior Seminar Series, which equipped students for college readiness through the application process for colleges and scholarships, college tours, S.A.T. prep sessions, and college mentors. Eleven Alive News featured a story for the "Beat the Odds Award" which highlighted Mr. Hurst and a student. He has also been a presenter at the High Schools That Work Conference. In addition to his school accomplishments, Mr. Hurst has been recognized by Who's Who Among American Educators and is a member of the National Association of Secondary School Principals. Mr. Hurst served as the principal of Booker T. Washington High School Senior Academy. In 2010, Mr. Hurst led a new Single-Gender High School. B.E.S.T. Academy High School at Benjamin S. Carson is Atlanta Public Schools' first all-male high school. In 2014, Mr. Hurst took on an opportunity as Center Manager/Director of the Head Start and Pre-K program in Jefferson County. In 2020, Mr. Hurst opened his business- Hurst Enterprises/The Barbershop on Skyland. In addition, he was a candidate for the City Council in his hometown of Tuscaloosa. With a desire to return to public education, Mr. Hurst joined Montgomery Public Schools from 2021 to 2023 as lead career technology teacher and summer school principal. In July of 2023, Mr. Hurst accepted and became the principal at Robert C. Hatch High School in Uniontown, AL.

The Perry County Board of Education will accept bids for School Uniforms until 10:00 a.m. July 14, 2023. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope and should be addressed as follows: Dr. Marcia A. Smiley, Bid: # 23-011, Perry County Board of Education, P.O. Box 900, Marion, AL 36756. For Further information, please visit the following: https://5il.co/1yvjm

The Perry County Board of Education will be holding a sealed bid for painting classrooms, hallways and cafeterias at Francis Marion School and Robert C. Hatch High School on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at the Perry County Board of Education Central Office located at 200 West Monroe Street, Marion, AL.

The Perry County Board of Education will be holding a sealed bid for stripping and waxing classrooms, gyms, and cafeteria floors at Francis Marion School and Robert C. Hatch High School including the annex buildings on Monday, July 10, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at the Perry County Board of Education Central Office located at 200 West Monroe Street, Marion, AL.

The Perry County Board of Education will be holding a sealed bid for Commercial Zero Turn Lawn Mowers on Monday, July 10, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at the Perry County Board of Education Central Office located at 200 West Monroe Street, Marion, AL.

Perry County Board Members and Superintendent Smiley recently attended the 2023 AASB Summer Conference in Gulf Shores, Al. Throughout the three days, attendees were able to connect while learning, networking and sharing insights together. #AASBSummerConference

Perry County Schools will dismiss at noon on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Parents and students: WCCS is offering dual enrollment summer school. Students have until May 26 to register. See your counselor or career coach for more information. Thank you.

Francis Marion & R.C. Hatch Parents and Guardians: We are in the process of conducting an evaluation of our Title I Parent and Family Engagement Program, and we would like to know what you think. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey. The responses will be used to improve next year’s Parent and Family Engagement program. If you have questions about the survey or need assistance, please contact your child's school. Access the online survey by visiting: https://eprovesurveys.advanc-ed.org/surveys/...

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!! Thank you educators for going above and beyond for our students. In celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week, give a shout out to some of your past teachers who made a positive impact on your life. 💜💛💙🧡

Greetings, parents. Friday, May 12th will be an Asynchronous Learning Day for our students. Teachers will provide virtual learning instructions to their students. Students will return to campus on Monday, May 15th. Thank you.

It’s School Nurse Appreciation Day!! 👩‍⚕️ It’s been said that school nurses heal with love and band-aids. In fact, they also use their extensive knowledge and professional training every day in support of our students’ physical and mental well-being, safety, and academic success. In honor of National School Nurse Day, let’s show our appreciation for our fabulous school nurses!

Greetings, parents. Monday, April 24th will be an Asynchronous Learning Day for our students. Teachers will provide virtual learning instructions to their students. In addition, there will be no Saturday School held tomorrow, April 22nd. Student will return to campus on Tuesday, April 25th. Thank you.

It is with great sadness that we mourn the loss of Samuel Brown and Madison Sims. Samuel was a student at Robert C. Hatch High School and Madison was a student at Paul W. Bryant High School. We extend our most sincere condolences to the Brown and Sims family. No further details are available, and we ask the community to please respect the privacy of the families during this difficult time. Grief counselors will be on campus next week to provide emotional support to students and staff members. We ask that you please keep everyone in your thoughts and prayers as we navigate the days ahead together.

On April 13th, the Health Professions Academy students of Robert C. Hatch and Francis Marion School attended the University of Alabama, Birmingham. The field day was sponsored by West Central Alabama Area Health Education Center for students who are interested in health care careers. The students were provided a campus tour and given information about campus life, various biomedical and health science programs, scholarships and much more. Thanks West Central Alabama AHEC & UAB!!

Perry County School students had the opportunity to tour the Alabama State House on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. They were also able to attend a Senate Session. The Perry County School District is most appreciative of this Leadership Day opportunity that was sponsored by Judge Marvin Wiggins.

Mark your calendars for Family Literacy Night! We look forward to you joining us!

Children who will be five years of age on or before September 1, 2023 are eligible to enroll in Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year. Kindergarten registration will be held on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. On May 2, 2023 please bring the following documents to the school: • Parent/Guardian Picture ID • Birth Certificate • Social Security Card (Optional). If a student does not have a SSN, a temporary number shall be assigned as specified by the ALSDE. • Current Alabama Immunization Record (Blue Card) • Two Proofs of Residency in the Parent or Legal Guardian’s Name – Mortgage/Lease Agreement or Current Utility Bill (Showing Physical Address) If you have questions, please contact your local school.