• Christmas Lunch: We will host a Christmas lunch for Kindergarten through 2nd grade on December 12th. Parents will enter through the gate area. Also, please reply to the Google doc so Ms. Denise can get an accurate lunch count. Lunch times for your child's class are followed:

• 1st 10:30-11:00
• Kindergarten 11:15-11:45
• 2nd 12:00-12:30

• School Wide Christmas Parties will be held on Thursday, December 19th. No more than 2 parents per student may attend this event due to limited space. No siblings are allowed to attend. Please see the schedule below for party times.
• 12:20 - 1:20 Grades K, 1 and 4
• 1:30 - 2:30 Grades 2, 3, 5

• Uniform Policy: Just a reminder that all outwear must be solid red, navy, or white (MBA Logos allowed only)

If you plan on attending our K-2 Christmas Lunch, please complete the Google Form linked below by December 9th.

• December 2nd - 6th - Student Council "Stuff the Bus" Campaign
• December 9th - 13th - Student Council Candy Gram Sale
• December 12th - Christmas Lunch
• December 17th - PACE Field Trip
• December 19th - Class Christmas Parties: See times above
• December 20th - End of 2nd Quarter
• December 23rd - January 3rd - Winter Break
• January 6th - 3rd Quarter Begins
• January 14th - Class Pictures
• January 20th - MLK Day - No School

The Student Council is excited to spread holiday cheer and help those in need through two special projects! Thank you for helping us make a difference this holiday season!

Check out the Mary B. Austin PTA Facebook page for more information.

Do you have budding filmmaker at home or a kid who just likes to make videos? MCPSS has the perfect opportunity for them with the 2025 MCPSS Film Festival! Our school has always had great representation at the festival and would love for your child to participate. Click here for more info. You can also contact Mrs. Gronowski at mgronowski@mcpss.com to find out more!

Dear Austin Innovator Families,

As we enter the final month of the semester, our students are continuing their exciting career exploration with Kuder Galaxy! These lessons inspire curiosity and help students envision future possibilities while learning about skills, interests, and careers.

To support your child as they prepare to wrap up the semester and enjoy winter break:

• Celebrate Accomplishments: Talk about achievements from the semester—big or small. Recognizing your child's effort and growth helps build confidence.
• Encourage Reflection: Help your child set goals for the new year by discussing what they’ve learned and what they want to achieve.
• Maintain Routines: Consistent sleep and daily routines can ease the transition into holiday mode.

Let’s finish the semester strong and take time to recharge for 2025!

Warm wishes,
Stephanie Bradford

School Counselor

The school counseling program at Mary B. Austin is centered on meeting the needs of ALL students in the areas of academic achievement, social and emotional development, and career exploration. Our comprehensive program is specifically designed to ensure Austin Innovators build the knowledge and skills they need to thrive as kind, caring, and successful individuals equipped for bright futures. Contact Stephanie Bradford, School Counselor, at 251-221-1015 or sbradford@mcpss.com.

MCPSS is now conducting a soft roll-out of our new student information portal called MyPowerHub. Follow these steps to access your child's grades, attendance, assignments and more at https://mcpss.guardian.powerschool.com. If you try these steps and still cannot log on, contact the front office to make sure your information is set up correctly. If they cannot help you, they will give you information on how to contact our IT help desk.

Email: rterry@mcpss.com
Website: marybaustinelementary.com
Location: 150 Provident Lane, Mobile, AL, USA
Phone: 251-221-1015
Twitter: @MaryBAustin