Our ROOTS to KINDNESS Classroom Poster Contest brought so much creativity, teamwork, and heart to our hallways! 💙❤️ We loved seeing the individuality and unique approach each class brought to their poster.
Congratulations to our winners:
1st Place: Mrs. Carter’s 1st Grade Class — enjoy your donut party today! 🍩🎉
2nd Place: Mrs. Harwood’s 2nd Grade Class
3rd Place Tie: Mrs. Johnson’s 1st Grade Class & Mrs. Lanier’s 1st Grade Class
Thank you to every class that participated and helped fill Mary B. Austin with kindness! 🐝
Next week, September 21-25, is ROOTS to KINDNESS Week at Mary B. Austin! 💙❤️🐝 We’ll be celebrating kindness all week long with special activities designed to help our Austin Innovators see how small actions can make a big difference.
Monday: Classroom Poster Contest Kickoff — each class will begin creating a ROOTS to KINDNESS poster together.
Tuesday: Our PTA Kindness Crew will greet students with smiles and encouragement at arrival.
Wednesday: The Morning Buzz will feature a special message about how students can be upstanders and support others.
Thursday: Poster contest entries are due, judging will take place, and our winning classroom will be announced!
Friday: SHINE BRIGHT WITH KINDNESS! Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to wear a neon shirt and accessories with regular uniform bottoms and shoes. We’ll also recognize our ROOTS to SUCCESS Students of the Month for Kindness.
Throughout the week, Mrs. Bradford will also visit K–5 classrooms for lessons focused on kindness and bullying prevention.
We can’t wait to fill our halls with kindness all week long! 💙❤️ #ROOTStoKINDNESS #ROOTEDinCHARACTER #BeTheReason
Monday: Classroom Poster Contest Kickoff — each class will begin creating a ROOTS to KINDNESS poster together.
Tuesday: Our PTA Kindness Crew will greet students with smiles and encouragement at arrival.
Wednesday: The Morning Buzz will feature a special message about how students can be upstanders and support others.
Thursday: Poster contest entries are due, judging will take place, and our winning classroom will be announced!
Friday: SHINE BRIGHT WITH KINDNESS! Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to wear a neon shirt and accessories with regular uniform bottoms and shoes. We’ll also recognize our ROOTS to SUCCESS Students of the Month for Kindness.
Throughout the week, Mrs. Bradford will also visit K–5 classrooms for lessons focused on kindness and bullying prevention.
We can’t wait to fill our halls with kindness all week long! 💙❤️ #ROOTStoKINDNESS #ROOTEDinCHARACTER #BeTheReason
📸🐝 SAY CHEESE! PICTURE DAY IS COMING! 🐝📸
Get those smiles ready! Our School Picture Day is coming up on Wednesday, September 23rd! 📷✨
We can’t wait to capture those sweet smiles and special memories that make our school community so wonderful! ❤️
👔 Important Reminder: Students must be dressed in full school uniform for Picture Day.
Make sure you’re picture-ready and bring your best smile! 😁📸
Wednesday, September 23rd — Let’s make it a picture-perfect day! 🐝💙📚
Get those smiles ready! Our School Picture Day is coming up on Wednesday, September 23rd! 📷✨
We can’t wait to capture those sweet smiles and special memories that make our school community so wonderful! ❤️
👔 Important Reminder: Students must be dressed in full school uniform for Picture Day.
Make sure you’re picture-ready and bring your best smile! 😁📸
Wednesday, September 23rd — Let’s make it a picture-perfect day! 🐝💙📚
❤️🎉 Help us congratulate this year’s Red Ribbon Week Student Leader! 🎉❤️
We are so excited to have Sophia take on this special leadership role and help lead our school in celebrating Red Ribbon Week! 🌟
Her positive attitude, leadership, and commitment to making a difference make her a wonderful choice for this year’s student leader. We can’t wait to see all the fun and meaningful ideas she comes up with for our school-wide service project! 🙌❤️
We know she is going to make this year’s Red Ribbon Week one to remember! 🎀✨
Congratulations, Sophia! We are so proud of you!
We are so excited to have Sophia take on this special leadership role and help lead our school in celebrating Red Ribbon Week! 🌟
Her positive attitude, leadership, and commitment to making a difference make her a wonderful choice for this year’s student leader. We can’t wait to see all the fun and meaningful ideas she comes up with for our school-wide service project! 🙌❤️
We know she is going to make this year’s Red Ribbon Week one to remember! 🎀✨
Congratulations, Sophia! We are so proud of you!
Our September ROOTS focus is KINDNESS! ❤️
Throughout the month, students will explore how small acts of kindness can make a big difference. We’re challenging every Austin Innovator to Choose Kindness through their words, actions, and everyday choices—at school, at home, and in our community.
We will also celebrate “ROOTS to KINDNESS” Week, September 21–25—a special week set aside to help our Austin Innovators understand the importance of showing kindness, standing up for others, and helping our school be a warm and welcoming place for all to learn and grow.
At the end of the month, we will recognize students selected by their teachers as our ROOTS Students of the Month for Kindness. We can’t wait to see kindness on display all month long!
#ROOTEDinCHARACTER #ChooseKindness #AustinInnovators #BeTheReason
Throughout the month, students will explore how small acts of kindness can make a big difference. We’re challenging every Austin Innovator to Choose Kindness through their words, actions, and everyday choices—at school, at home, and in our community.
We will also celebrate “ROOTS to KINDNESS” Week, September 21–25—a special week set aside to help our Austin Innovators understand the importance of showing kindness, standing up for others, and helping our school be a warm and welcoming place for all to learn and grow.
At the end of the month, we will recognize students selected by their teachers as our ROOTS Students of the Month for Kindness. We can’t wait to see kindness on display all month long!
#ROOTEDinCHARACTER #ChooseKindness #AustinInnovators #BeTheReason
🎉 You’re Invited to Our Open House & Title I Meeting! 🎉
Join us on Tuesday, September 8, from 5:30 PM–6:30 PM for a great opportunity for parents and guardians to come see what has been happening since the school year began! 🏫✨
We’ll also have Travelin’ Tom’s Beverage Truck on site ☕🥤 and our amazing PTA will be here as well!
Come connect with our school community, catch up on all the exciting learning taking place, and enjoy a fun evening with us. We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️🐝💙
#RootedInExcellence #BuzzingWithInnovation #BeTheReason
📅 Tuesday, September 8
🕠 5:30 PM–6:30 PM
📍 Open House & Title I Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, September 8, from 5:30 PM–6:30 PM for a great opportunity for parents and guardians to come see what has been happening since the school year began! 🏫✨
We’ll also have Travelin’ Tom’s Beverage Truck on site ☕🥤 and our amazing PTA will be here as well!
Come connect with our school community, catch up on all the exciting learning taking place, and enjoy a fun evening with us. We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️🐝💙
#RootedInExcellence #BuzzingWithInnovation #BeTheReason
📅 Tuesday, September 8
🕠 5:30 PM–6:30 PM
📍 Open House & Title I Meeting
🌱 Celebrating our August ROOTS Students of the Month!
This year, our ROOTS to SUCCESS program is shining a spotlight on a different character skill each month. Our August focus was RESPECT — The way we treat each other matters.
Today, we celebrated students who were selected by their teachers for demonstrating respect throughout the month. Our honorees were recognized on the Morning Buzz, received their certificates, and gathered for a special group photo! ❤️💙
They’re also taking home a little “happy mail” today—a special letter sharing exactly why their teacher nominated them for this recognition. We hope our students are as proud of themselves as we are of them!
Congratulations to our very first ROOTS Students of the Month! 🌱🐝
#RootedInCharacter #BeTheReason
This year, our ROOTS to SUCCESS program is shining a spotlight on a different character skill each month. Our August focus was RESPECT — The way we treat each other matters.
Today, we celebrated students who were selected by their teachers for demonstrating respect throughout the month. Our honorees were recognized on the Morning Buzz, received their certificates, and gathered for a special group photo! ❤️💙
They’re also taking home a little “happy mail” today—a special letter sharing exactly why their teacher nominated them for this recognition. We hope our students are as proud of themselves as we are of them!
Congratulations to our very first ROOTS Students of the Month! 🌱🐝
#RootedInCharacter #BeTheReason
🔬 Forces & Motion in Action! 🏌️♂️
Our 4th grade scientists are putting their learning into motion! Students took part in hands-on experiments using a golf ball and a table tennis ball to investigate how mass affects the rate at which objects fall.
As they experimented, students collected evidence and used their observations to explain the relationship between an object’s speed and energy. We love seeing our students think like scientists—asking questions, making observations, collecting evidence, and using what they discover to explain how the world around them works! 🚀🔍
#RootedInExcellence #BuzzingWithInnovation #BeTheReason
Our 4th grade scientists are putting their learning into motion! Students took part in hands-on experiments using a golf ball and a table tennis ball to investigate how mass affects the rate at which objects fall.
As they experimented, students collected evidence and used their observations to explain the relationship between an object’s speed and energy. We love seeing our students think like scientists—asking questions, making observations, collecting evidence, and using what they discover to explain how the world around them works! 🚀🔍
#RootedInExcellence #BuzzingWithInnovation #BeTheReason
🌟 Please Help Us Welcome Our Newest Staff Member! 🌟
We are so excited to welcome our newest team member, Ms. Smith, to the Austin family! We are thrilled to have her joining our staff and look forward to all the wonderful things she will bring to our school community.
From Ms. Smith, "My name is Lily Smith, your new Resource Para and I am so excited to learn with you all this school year! I'm currently a student at Bishop State Community College on my way to receiving my degree in Elementary Education. My dream since I was a little girl has been to become a teacher that creates a safe and inclusive space for all children. Learning is one of my biggest passions and I look forward to having the opportunity to ignite that passion in every student I meet. My biggest inspiration is probably Miss Frizzle. I love all things fun, wacky, and colorful. I have 3 kitties who I love very much, Pretzel, Bug, and Skippy Jon Jones! When I'm not in the classroom, you can find me in the library or surrounded by art supplies, I love all things creating and learning!"
Be sure to give her a warm Austin welcome when you see her! We’re so happy you’re here! ❤️🐝💙
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We are so excited to welcome our newest team member, Ms. Smith, to the Austin family! We are thrilled to have her joining our staff and look forward to all the wonderful things she will bring to our school community.
From Ms. Smith, "My name is Lily Smith, your new Resource Para and I am so excited to learn with you all this school year! I'm currently a student at Bishop State Community College on my way to receiving my degree in Elementary Education. My dream since I was a little girl has been to become a teacher that creates a safe and inclusive space for all children. Learning is one of my biggest passions and I look forward to having the opportunity to ignite that passion in every student I meet. My biggest inspiration is probably Miss Frizzle. I love all things fun, wacky, and colorful. I have 3 kitties who I love very much, Pretzel, Bug, and Skippy Jon Jones! When I'm not in the classroom, you can find me in the library or surrounded by art supplies, I love all things creating and learning!"
Be sure to give her a warm Austin welcome when you see her! We’re so happy you’re here! ❤️🐝💙
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This year, we’re putting a fresh focus on helping every Austin Innovator grow in character through our ROOTS to SUCCESS program. Each month, our whole school will focus on a different ROOTS skill, beginning this month with RESPECT.
All students will explore the monthly skill through classroom counseling lessons, announcements on the Morning Buzz, schoolwide activities, and everyday conversations across our school.
Each month, teachers will also recognize students who demonstrate or show meaningful growth in our ROOTS skill as our ROOTS Students of the Month.
Our goal is simple: to help our students grow into kind, capable, confident young people who make a positive difference in their school and community.
❤️ August Focus: RESPECT
The way we treat each other matters.
All students will explore the monthly skill through classroom counseling lessons, announcements on the Morning Buzz, schoolwide activities, and everyday conversations across our school.
Each month, teachers will also recognize students who demonstrate or show meaningful growth in our ROOTS skill as our ROOTS Students of the Month.
Our goal is simple: to help our students grow into kind, capable, confident young people who make a positive difference in their school and community.
❤️ August Focus: RESPECT
The way we treat each other matters.
💙 Please join us in welcoming our new school nurse!🩺
We are so excited to have Nurse Davis join the Austin family! Our students are already excited to get to know her and are looking forward to seeing her around campus. We know she will be a wonderful addition to our school community and will help keep our students happy, healthy, and ready to learn!
From Nurse Davis: "Hello, Mary B. Austin family! I am excited to join Mary B. Austin Elementary as your School Nurse. I recently transitioned from Augusta Evans Special School, where I had the privilege of caring for students with a wide range of health and medical needs. I am a Registered Nurse and hold both a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus in Leadership and Organizational Management.
As a school nurse, my goal is to provide a safe, caring, and welcoming environment where students feel comfortable coming to First Aid when they need help. I am passionate about supporting the health and well-being of our students so they can remain healthy, safe, and ready to learn. I also look forward to partnering with our parents, teachers, administrators, and staff to help meet the individual health needs of every child in my care.
Outside of nursing, I am a wife and proud mother who enjoys spending time with my family, traveling, serving in my church, and encouraging others through my faith. I truly have a heart for helping people and making a positive difference wherever I serve.
I am grateful for the opportunity to become part of the Mary B. Austin family and look forward to a wonderful school year getting to know and caring for our students and families. I am excited for all that this new chapter will bring!"
Welcome to the Austin family! We’re so glad you’re here! ❤️🐝💙
We are so excited to have Nurse Davis join the Austin family! Our students are already excited to get to know her and are looking forward to seeing her around campus. We know she will be a wonderful addition to our school community and will help keep our students happy, healthy, and ready to learn!
From Nurse Davis: "Hello, Mary B. Austin family! I am excited to join Mary B. Austin Elementary as your School Nurse. I recently transitioned from Augusta Evans Special School, where I had the privilege of caring for students with a wide range of health and medical needs. I am a Registered Nurse and hold both a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus in Leadership and Organizational Management.
As a school nurse, my goal is to provide a safe, caring, and welcoming environment where students feel comfortable coming to First Aid when they need help. I am passionate about supporting the health and well-being of our students so they can remain healthy, safe, and ready to learn. I also look forward to partnering with our parents, teachers, administrators, and staff to help meet the individual health needs of every child in my care.
Outside of nursing, I am a wife and proud mother who enjoys spending time with my family, traveling, serving in my church, and encouraging others through my faith. I truly have a heart for helping people and making a positive difference wherever I serve.
I am grateful for the opportunity to become part of the Mary B. Austin family and look forward to a wonderful school year getting to know and caring for our students and families. I am excited for all that this new chapter will bring!"
Welcome to the Austin family! We’re so glad you’re here! ❤️🐝💙
🍧 Kona Ice is Coming to Mary B. Austin! 🎉
🗓️ Visit Dates:
September 4 • October 2 • November 6 • December 4 • January 1 • February 5 • March 5 • April 9 • May 7
🍧 Menu Options:
💙 Klassic – $4
👑 King – $5
🌈 Color Changing Cup – $6
🎟️ Season Pass – $40 (Enjoy Kona Ice all season long!)
💳 Skip the line! Prepay by scanning the QR code on the flyer or entering this code:
K335X9576901
This will be during your child's P.E. time monthly. Mary B. Austin students only. We are looking forward to our new partnership with Kona Ice! 🍧☀️💙
🗓️ Visit Dates:
September 4 • October 2 • November 6 • December 4 • January 1 • February 5 • March 5 • April 9 • May 7
🍧 Menu Options:
💙 Klassic – $4
👑 King – $5
🌈 Color Changing Cup – $6
🎟️ Season Pass – $40 (Enjoy Kona Ice all season long!)
💳 Skip the line! Prepay by scanning the QR code on the flyer or entering this code:
K335X9576901
This will be during your child's P.E. time monthly. Mary B. Austin students only. We are looking forward to our new partnership with Kona Ice! 🍧☀️💙
🦪❤️💙 SPIRIT NIGHT AT WINTZELL’S! 💙❤️🦪
Come out and show your MBA school spirit while enjoying a delicious meal at Wintzell’s Oyster House! 🎉
📅 Monday, August 24, 2026
⏰ 4:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Wintzell’s Oyster House – West Mobile
6700 Airport Blvd.
Even better—10% of all sales will go to benefit the students of Mary B. Austin Elementary School! 🐝📚
Bring your family, invite your friends, and make it a night to remember! We can’t wait to see our MBA family there! ❤️💙
Come eat, support our students, and show your school spirit! 🐝
Come out and show your MBA school spirit while enjoying a delicious meal at Wintzell’s Oyster House! 🎉
📅 Monday, August 24, 2026
⏰ 4:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Wintzell’s Oyster House – West Mobile
6700 Airport Blvd.
Even better—10% of all sales will go to benefit the students of Mary B. Austin Elementary School! 🐝📚
Bring your family, invite your friends, and make it a night to remember! We can’t wait to see our MBA family there! ❤️💙
Come eat, support our students, and show your school spirit! 🐝
✅ Meet the Teacher
📅 Thursday, August 6
🕑 Last Names A–L: 2:00–3:00 PM
🕒 Last Names M–Z: 3:00–4:00 PM
📅 Thursday, August 6
🕑 Last Names A–L: 2:00–3:00 PM
🕒 Last Names M–Z: 3:00–4:00 PM
🌟 Let's Welcome Another New Face to the Hive! 🌟
Our new staff introductions continue! Today, we're excited to introduce another wonderful addition to the Mary B. Austin family, Mrs. Johnson.
From Mrs. Johnson: "Hi! My name is Melissa Johnson and I am thrilled to be one of the 1st grade teachers at Mary B. Austin this year!
Teaching has always been my passion. I knew I wanted to become a teacher when I was in 7th grade after helping a classmate understand a math problem. Seeing the pride on their face and realizing I could make a difference in someone's learning inspired me to pursue a career in education. I've been in education since I graduated my credential program in 2015. I've taught kindergarten for a total of 7 years, 3rd grade for a year, and now 1st grade! I am so excited for this new opportunity to learn and growth with the MBA community.
A little about me: I was born and raised in California, where I met my husband. We are a Coast Guard family and have been fortunate to live in California, Oregon, Michigan, Alaska, and now Alabama. In my free time, I enjoy reading, hiking, and spending time with my family. My husband and I have two young boys and a dog named Luna, who keeps us all on our toes!
I can't wait to learn, grow, and celebrate all the wonderful accomplishments we'll share together!"
We're grateful to have such dedicated educators and staff joining our team, and we know they'll make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. Help us give our next newest staff member a warm Mary B. Austin welcome! ❤️🐝 💙
Our new staff introductions continue! Today, we're excited to introduce another wonderful addition to the Mary B. Austin family, Mrs. Johnson.
From Mrs. Johnson: "Hi! My name is Melissa Johnson and I am thrilled to be one of the 1st grade teachers at Mary B. Austin this year!
Teaching has always been my passion. I knew I wanted to become a teacher when I was in 7th grade after helping a classmate understand a math problem. Seeing the pride on their face and realizing I could make a difference in someone's learning inspired me to pursue a career in education. I've been in education since I graduated my credential program in 2015. I've taught kindergarten for a total of 7 years, 3rd grade for a year, and now 1st grade! I am so excited for this new opportunity to learn and growth with the MBA community.
A little about me: I was born and raised in California, where I met my husband. We are a Coast Guard family and have been fortunate to live in California, Oregon, Michigan, Alaska, and now Alabama. In my free time, I enjoy reading, hiking, and spending time with my family. My husband and I have two young boys and a dog named Luna, who keeps us all on our toes!
I can't wait to learn, grow, and celebrate all the wonderful accomplishments we'll share together!"
We're grateful to have such dedicated educators and staff joining our team, and we know they'll make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. Help us give our next newest staff member a warm Mary B. Austin welcome! ❤️🐝 💙
🌟 Meet Our Next Newest Staff Member! 🌟
We're excited to continue welcoming outstanding educators and staff to the Mary B. Austin family! Today, we're proud to introduce another incredible member of our team, Ms. Earley, who will help make this school year a great one for our students.
From Ms. Earley: "My name is Gabbie Earley, and I am thrilled to be joining the Mary B. Austin family as a second-grade teacher this year. Becoming a teacher has always been a calling of mine, and I am so excited to begin this journey with such a wonderful school community.
I recently graduated from the University of South Alabama with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. I am looking forward to creating a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment where students can grow.
When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I come from a big family with five siblings, so there is never a dull moment! I also have a tiny Yorkie named Bubba who keeps me entertained. In my free time, you can usually find me curled up with a good book—especially on a rainy day.
I am honored to be a part of the Mary B. Austin team and cannot wait to meet all of my students and their families."
We can't wait for you to get to know them and see the positive impact they'll have both inside and outside the classroom. Join us in giving our next newest staff member a warm welcome to the Hive! ❤️🐝💙
We're excited to continue welcoming outstanding educators and staff to the Mary B. Austin family! Today, we're proud to introduce another incredible member of our team, Ms. Earley, who will help make this school year a great one for our students.
From Ms. Earley: "My name is Gabbie Earley, and I am thrilled to be joining the Mary B. Austin family as a second-grade teacher this year. Becoming a teacher has always been a calling of mine, and I am so excited to begin this journey with such a wonderful school community.
I recently graduated from the University of South Alabama with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. I am looking forward to creating a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment where students can grow.
When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I come from a big family with five siblings, so there is never a dull moment! I also have a tiny Yorkie named Bubba who keeps me entertained. In my free time, you can usually find me curled up with a good book—especially on a rainy day.
I am honored to be a part of the Mary B. Austin team and cannot wait to meet all of my students and their families."
We can't wait for you to get to know them and see the positive impact they'll have both inside and outside the classroom. Join us in giving our next newest staff member a warm welcome to the Hive! ❤️🐝💙
🌟 Time to Meet Another New Member of Our Team! 🌟
We're excited to continue introducing the newest faces joining the Mary B. Austin family! Today, we're spotlighting another outstanding staff member who will be helping make a positive impact on our students and school community, Ms. Caroline Mosley.
From Ms. Mosley: "Hello! I’m Caroline Mosley, and I’m thrilled to be joining the Mary B. Austin family this year!
I am a Mobile native and a graduate of the University of Alabama. I hold certifications in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, and Elementary Special Education. Working with children has always been my passion. I began my teaching career in Mobile County as a K-2 special education teacher. I am excited to be at Mary B. as a 2nd grade classroom teacher this year.
In my free time, I enjoy playing mahjong, coloring, singing karaoke, reading, spending time with friends, and enjoying a day on the water. I also have a cute dachshund named Oscar who keeps me busy and smiling!
I am looking forward to meeting my new students and teaching at Mary B. Austin this year — where it truly is the place to bee!"
We are thrilled to welcome her to our Hive and look forward to the knowledge, enthusiasm, and dedication they will bring to our school. Be sure to follow along as we continue sharing more about the incredible people joining our team this year! ❤️🐝 💙
We're excited to continue introducing the newest faces joining the Mary B. Austin family! Today, we're spotlighting another outstanding staff member who will be helping make a positive impact on our students and school community, Ms. Caroline Mosley.
From Ms. Mosley: "Hello! I’m Caroline Mosley, and I’m thrilled to be joining the Mary B. Austin family this year!
I am a Mobile native and a graduate of the University of Alabama. I hold certifications in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, and Elementary Special Education. Working with children has always been my passion. I began my teaching career in Mobile County as a K-2 special education teacher. I am excited to be at Mary B. as a 2nd grade classroom teacher this year.
In my free time, I enjoy playing mahjong, coloring, singing karaoke, reading, spending time with friends, and enjoying a day on the water. I also have a cute dachshund named Oscar who keeps me busy and smiling!
I am looking forward to meeting my new students and teaching at Mary B. Austin this year — where it truly is the place to bee!"
We are thrilled to welcome her to our Hive and look forward to the knowledge, enthusiasm, and dedication they will bring to our school. Be sure to follow along as we continue sharing more about the incredible people joining our team this year! ❤️🐝 💙
📚✏️ 2026-2027 School Year Registration Reminder! ✏️📚
Need to register your child for the upcoming school year? Join us for our On-Campus Registration Day on Wednesday, July 15!
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
⏰ Times: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Parents may come to campus to complete registration and submit current proofs of residency. Please bring current proofs of residency to ensure registration can be completed.
✅ If you have already completed all registration steps online and submitted the required documents, there is no need to attend.
We look forward to helping our families get ready for another great year at Mary B. Austin Elementary School!
Need to register your child for the upcoming school year? Join us for our On-Campus Registration Day on Wednesday, July 15!
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
⏰ Times: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Parents may come to campus to complete registration and submit current proofs of residency. Please bring current proofs of residency to ensure registration can be completed.
✅ If you have already completed all registration steps online and submitted the required documents, there is no need to attend.
We look forward to helping our families get ready for another great year at Mary B. Austin Elementary School!
🌟 Time to Meet Another New Member of Our Team! 🌟
We're excited to continue introducing the newest faces joining the Mary B. Austin family! Today, we're spotlighting Ms. Abby Archer who will be helping make a positive impact on our students and school community.
From Ms. Archer: "I am so excited to be joining the Mary B. Austin family as a kindergarten teacher this year! Teaching has always been a dream of mine, and I feel incredibly blessed to begin my teaching journey in such a wonderful school community! I recently graduated from Samford University with my bachelor's degree, and I’m currently completing my master's degree. Although I grew up in Buford, Georgia. I’m excited to now call Mobile home and begin this new chapter of life and teaching! When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, shopping, trying new coffee shops, and taking my sweet cavapoo Mabel on walks. I love all things pink, children’s books, and finding creative ways to make learning fun. I am passionate about creating a classroom where every child feels loved, valued, safe, and excited to learn! Kindergarten is such a special year filled with growth, discovery, and confidence-building, and I cannot wait to work with families to help each child succeed. I am so thankful to be a part of the Mary B Austin family, and I can’t wait for an amazing year full of learning and lots of fun!!!"
We are thrilled to welcome Ms. Archer to our hive and look forward to the knowledge, enthusiasm, and dedication they will bring to our school. Be sure to follow along as we continue sharing more about the incredible people joining our team this year! ❤️🐝💙
We're excited to continue introducing the newest faces joining the Mary B. Austin family! Today, we're spotlighting Ms. Abby Archer who will be helping make a positive impact on our students and school community.
From Ms. Archer: "I am so excited to be joining the Mary B. Austin family as a kindergarten teacher this year! Teaching has always been a dream of mine, and I feel incredibly blessed to begin my teaching journey in such a wonderful school community! I recently graduated from Samford University with my bachelor's degree, and I’m currently completing my master's degree. Although I grew up in Buford, Georgia. I’m excited to now call Mobile home and begin this new chapter of life and teaching! When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, shopping, trying new coffee shops, and taking my sweet cavapoo Mabel on walks. I love all things pink, children’s books, and finding creative ways to make learning fun. I am passionate about creating a classroom where every child feels loved, valued, safe, and excited to learn! Kindergarten is such a special year filled with growth, discovery, and confidence-building, and I cannot wait to work with families to help each child succeed. I am so thankful to be a part of the Mary B Austin family, and I can’t wait for an amazing year full of learning and lots of fun!!!"
We are thrilled to welcome Ms. Archer to our hive and look forward to the knowledge, enthusiasm, and dedication they will bring to our school. Be sure to follow along as we continue sharing more about the incredible people joining our team this year! ❤️🐝💙
🌟 Meet Our Next Newest Staff Member! 🌟
As we continue introducing the newest members of the Mary B. Austin team, we're excited to share another outstanding addition to our school family, Mrs. Shelby Harwood!
From Mrs. Harwood: "Hello students and families! My name is Mrs. Harwood. I will be teaching 2nd grade this year. This will be my 10th year teaching. I received my bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Special Education from USA in 2016. In 2022, I was awarded my master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from UWF. I am a Mississippi native, but I have lived in Mobile since 2012. My husband and I have a wonderful son, Noah, and two dogs. Teaching, snacking, hanging with family, and going to Disney are a few of my favorite things. I am so excited to be joining the Mary B. Austin family. I cannot wait to meet everyone!"
Welcome the the MBA family, Mrs. Harwood!
Stay tuned as we continue highlighting the amazing people who will be making a difference at Mary B. Austin this year.
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As we continue introducing the newest members of the Mary B. Austin team, we're excited to share another outstanding addition to our school family, Mrs. Shelby Harwood!
From Mrs. Harwood: "Hello students and families! My name is Mrs. Harwood. I will be teaching 2nd grade this year. This will be my 10th year teaching. I received my bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Special Education from USA in 2016. In 2022, I was awarded my master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from UWF. I am a Mississippi native, but I have lived in Mobile since 2012. My husband and I have a wonderful son, Noah, and two dogs. Teaching, snacking, hanging with family, and going to Disney are a few of my favorite things. I am so excited to be joining the Mary B. Austin family. I cannot wait to meet everyone!"
Welcome the the MBA family, Mrs. Harwood!
Stay tuned as we continue highlighting the amazing people who will be making a difference at Mary B. Austin this year.
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