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Alabama specialty public high schools open 2027-28 admissions applications, offering school choice to all 67 counties

Mobile, Ala. – Students in Alabama from all 67 counties can now apply to four unique specialty public schools for the 2027-2028 school year. The State of Alabama funds these four tuition-free public high schools with residential components, offering Alabama families statewide school choice options regardless of where they live.

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SUPER REGIONAL: PCA advances to Birmingham; Catholic eliminated

Prattville Christian coach Kaylon Cantrell certainly could have wondered at times if her team was on the right path, but on Tuesday she discovered the Panthers still play at the standard it takes to advance to the state tournament after sweeping Tuscaloosa Academy 25-13, 25-18 and 25-17 to advance to the state tournament for the fifth consecutive year.

Prattville, AL · 15d
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Luverne Tigers defeat J.U. Blacksher in region play

The Luverne Tigers traveled to J.U. Blacksher School and picked up a region win Friday, defeating the Bulldogs 52-7. Head football coach Bobby Hudson said he was pleased with his team's performance. “This [victory] kept us undefeated in region play,” Hudson said. “This also set us up to host the...

Luverne, AL · 16d
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Governor Ivey’s classroom screen-time commission seeks parent, teacher input

Gov. Kay Ivey’s commission studying the use of screens in Alabama classrooms is asking parents, teachers and school leaders to weigh in before it delivers recommendations to the governor later this year. The Governor’s Commission on Screen-Based Instruction has launched a statewide survey examining how technology is being used in K-12 schools and how parents […] The post Governor Ivey’s classroom screen-time commission seeks parent, teacher input appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 15d

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Statewide Amendment 2 could reshape Alabama school systems

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — As Alabama voters prepare to decide on four statewide constitutional amendments in November, one proposal could change how some of the state's smaller public school systems operate. Amendment 2 would allow neighboring county school systems to voluntarily consolidate, potentially giving districts with declining enrollment and...

Alabama · 18d

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U.S. News releases 2027 rankings of Alabama elementary and middle schools

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – U.S. News & World Report has released its 2027 Best K-8 Schools rankings, showing how 871 Alabama elementary and middle schools stack up based on student performance in reading and math. Forest Avenue Elementary School in Montgomery ranked No. 1 among elementary schools, while Tuscaloosa Magnet...

Alabama · 17d

USA TODAY

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Alabama high school football powerhouse cancels final home game of 2026

National high school football power Thompson has cancelled its final home game of the season, the Alabama high school announced on social media Monday, Oct. 19. The game, which was supposed to take place between the formerly-No. 10 Warriors and Choctawatchee High School on Oct. 29, was called off due to effects from Hurricane Isais on Choctawatchee. "Our opponent, Choctawatchee High School, continues to experience lingering effects from Hurricane Isais, including ongoing schedule challenges resulting from the storm," read the statement. "Despite efforts to explore alternative arrangements, multiple circumstances have made it impossible to play the contest as originally scheduled as well as scheduling any new opponent or contest." View this post on Instagram Choctawatchee's location in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, put it in the path of the early-October hurricane that caused destruction across the southeastern United States. The area dealt with school closures, damage and disrupted athletic schedules as a result. A post from the Choctawatchee Football Facebook account on Oct. 15, seemingly before the cancellation decision was made, said "completing our district schedule while prioritizing the safety of our student athletes must come first." National power Thompson, which is currently 7-1 on the season, will play their next

Alabama · 18d

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5 things to know ahead of Coastal Alabama’s Week 10 HS football games

Region titles and playoff positioning are at stake in this week's high school football games on the Gulf Coast.

Alabama · 16d

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LBW Enrollment Up 21.6% Since 2020

(WDNews) – Lurleen B. Wallace Community College reports enrollment has grown 21.6% since fall 2020, contributing to statewide growth that has pushed Alabama’s community colleges past 100,000 students in credit-based programs this fall. LBW also reported a 12.1% increase in credit-hour production over the same period. Both figures...

Andalusia, AL · 16d

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Seven Wiregrass schools rank among best K-8 schools in Alabama

Alabama · 15d

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Explore Auburn University at Montgomery College of Business

AUM College of Business have partner with Larry D. Thornton Sir, founder of 'Why Not Win Institute,' to invite potential students to Open House, October 22.

Montgomery, AL · 18d

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Inmate education initiative continues to expand its reach across Alabama

The Houston County Jail is the 7th site in Alabama to adopt the National Sheriffs' Association's I.G.N.I.T.E. program, which turns inmates into students.

Houston County, AL · 16d

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CHHS crowns Homecoming Queen, Court

Charles Henderson High School crowned senior Saniyah Seymore as the 2026 Homecoming Queen. Joining Seymore as the senior attendants this year were Madison Grimes and Hannah Herbert, while M’Ah Sutherland and Tajayda Welch were the junior attendants. Savannah Henderson and Zha’Nari Shockley-Johnson were the sophomore attendants. Erin Siler and Skylar Williams were the freshman attendants.

Troy, AL · 18d

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Alabama A&M, Alabama State students pitch banking solutions in Regions Bank of Ideas Challenge

College students from Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University are taking on real-world banking challenges ahead of the Magic City Classic.

Montgomery, AL · 16d

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Stewart continues supporting Reid State

Reid State Community College is expressing its sincere appreciation to state Sen. Robert Stewart following an award presented to the college Oct. 13 in support of its continued work to serve students and communities throughout southwest Alabama. The contribution represents more than financial support for the college. It reflects an...

Alabama · 16d

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Stanhope Elmore flag football wins region championship

In just their first year as a team, the Stanhope Elmore flag football team has won the Class 5A Region 2 championship following a 13-12 road victory over Russell County. “It feels surreal (to win the region championship),” said Coach Davis. “I am so proud of these girls and what they have accomplished so far. They are an extremely talented group of ladies who have so much potential. To accomplish this in our inaugural season makes it even more special. We have worked hard to build the foundation of this program, and I’m proud of what these girls are doing.”

Millbrook, AL · 16d

ABC 33/40 News

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Alabama superintendent warns schools could close as historic enrollment decline continues

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) — Alabama's historic public school enrollment decline could lead to school closures, larger class sizes and fewer educational opportunities for students in the coming years, according to State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey. In an interview with ABC 33/40, Mackey warned that the consequences of declining enrollment...

Alabama · 23d

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Alabama’s specialty schools have opened admission

Governor Kay Ivey announced Monday that all four of Alabama’s specialty public high schools have opened applications for the 2027-28 academic year. The state-funded, tuition-free schools serve students from all 67 counties. They offer specialized academic programs and residential opportunities so students can pursue their interests regardless of where they live.

Alabama · 17d

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New federal scholarship tax credit program starts in Alabama in Jan. 2027

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - School choice has been a big topic across the nation in the last few years, especially as a new program is about to start. This is a new federal program created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act prepares to start in January. State leaders chose to opt in or not. Alabama is one of 34 states to opt in.

Alabama · 17d

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Carver MST ranked top Alabama elementary school

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — A Dothan school has ranked as one of Alabama’s top elementary schools for the fifth year in a row. Carver School for Mathematics, Science and Technology (Carver MST) is the sixth highest ranking elementary school in Alabama, according to the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Elementary School rankings. This […]

Dothan, AL · 16d