Back to School 2019-20

Back to School

2019-20

In this issue: 3

2018-19 School Calendar

6

Gulf Shores City Schools

3

School Lunches

8

Homeschooling

4

School Websites and Apps

8

Public School Directory

4

Tax Free Weekend

9

Private School Directory

5

2018 Varsity Football Schedule A specialty publication of Gulf Coast Media Publisher

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2019-20

Baldwin County

SCHOOL CALENDAR

AUGUST 5-9 12-13 14

2019

Principal Discretion / Teacher Workday Principal Discretion / Teacher Workday First Day of School

SEPTEMBER 2

Labor Day

OCTOBER 10 11 14

End 1st Quarter (41 days) PD for Teachers Fall Break

NOVEMBER 11 25-29

Veteran’s Day Thanksgiving Holidays

DECEMBER 20 20-31

End 2nd Quarter (43 days) Christmas Holidays

JANUARY 1 2-3 6 20

2020

New Year’s Day Student/Teacher Holidays Teacher Workday MLK Jr. Holiday

FEBRUARY 24-25

MARCH 12 13

APRIL 6-10 10

Mardi Gras Holidays

End of 3rd Quarter (45 days) PD for Teachers

Spring Break Good Friday Holiday

MAY 21 22

Last Day for Students (44 Days) Teacher Workday

In the lunch line MEAL PRICES FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2019-20

BREAKFAST:

(FOR PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS)

ALL STUDENTS PRE-K THRU 12: $1.75 REDUCED BREAKFAST: $0.30 ADULT/CHILDREN VISITORS: $2.25 BOARD OF EDUCATION EMPLOYEES: $2 SECOND BREAKFAST TRAY: $2

LUNCH: ALL STUDENTS PRE-K THRU 12: $2.75 REDUCED LUNCH: $0.40 ADULT/CHILDREN VISITORS: $4 BOARD OF EDUCATION EMPLOYEES: $3.50 SECOND LUNCH TRAY: $3.50

Parents can pay for meals and check menu online The Child Nutrition Program is located at 22835 McAuliffe Dr, Robertsdale, AL 36567. Our main office number is 251-970-4402 and fax is 251970-4404.

The goal of the child nutrition program is to provide healthy, tasty, and affordable meals to students of Baldwin County Schools.

Baldwin County Board of Education’s Child Nutrition Program is excited to announce the launch of MealViewer. We hope to provide students and parents a closer look at school cafeteria menus with the new MealViewer To Go app and website.

The system, not only lists what’s on

the breakfast and lunch menu each day, but also includes nutritional information. The menu for today is available now through MealViewer, with more menus and nutritional information being added daily.

Students and parents are encouraged to create a free account with MealViewer by browsing to https:// schools.mealviewer.com or with the mobile app. The mobile app MealViewer To Go can be found in the Google Play Store and in the iTunes App Store. The process of creating an account is simple with the easy to follow online instructions.

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SCHOOL WEBSITES

Apps and

Baldwin Alabama Public Schools

By Custom School Apps

With the Baldwin Alabama Public Schools mobile app, your school district comes alive with the touch of a button. Easily navigate through current news and events or check out the latest updates with social media like Facebook and Twitter. Quickly retrieve contact information, sporting scores, lunch menus, and more! It’s your school district available at your fingertips.

Baldwin County Public Schools Facebook Page

MySchoolBucks

Keep up to date with all the latest news, events and information on our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/bcbealabama

By Heartland Payment Systems, Inc. MySchoolBucks makes school meal payments easy for busy parents on-the-go! Quickly and securely add money to your student’s school meal account using your credit card, debit card or electronic check.

You can also view recent cafeteria purchases and check current meal account balances for each student. MySchoolBucks is backed by Heartland Payment Systems, one of the largest and most trusted payment processors in the United States.

Forgot to pay a fee at school? No problem. You can make payments online to any school in Baldwin County on the eSchool Payments system. https://baldwincoal.csiepay.com/

Alabama holds free tax weekend July 19 -21 Alabama’s 14th annual sales tax holiday for school-related items begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 19, and ends at midnight Sunday, July 21.

This weekend gives shoppers the opportunity to purchase certain school supplies, computers, books and clothing free of the state’s four percent sales or use tax.

Locally, the following municipalities passed an ordinance or resolution to participate in the sale: Baldwin County, Daphne, Elberta, Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, Loxley, Magnolia

Springs, Orange Beach, Silverhill and Summerdale.

In all municipalities that have granted a tax free weekend, the rule applies to most clothing items and accessories, however some items not included in the exemption include cosmetics, hair accessories, handkerchiefs, sewing supplies, protective sports gear and more.

For more info, visit https://revenue.alabama.gov/wp-content/ uploads/2017/05/STHolidayQuickRefSheet19.pdf.

COMPUTERS Includes a single purchase with a sales price of $750 or less of computers, printers, software, computer storage media, handheld electronic schedulers (no cell phones), printer paper and printer ink.

Not included: Furniture, system, devices, software or peripherals designed or intended for recreational use and video games of non-educational nature.

CLOTHING $100 or less per article of clothing, includes all human wearing apparel suitable for general use including belts, boots, caps, coats, diapers, dresses, gloves, gym suits, hats, hosiery, jackets, jeans, neckties, pajamas, pants, raincoats, robes, sandals, scarves, school uniforms, shirts, shoes, shorts, socks, sneakers, underwear

Not included: Sports equipment, protective equipment and clothing accessories

SCHOOL SUPPLIES School art supplies and school instructional material with price of $50 or less. Includes binders, lunch boxes, paper, erasers, glue, crayons, watercolors, maps, globes and required textbooks

Not included: Magazines, newspapers, periodicals

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Friday night lights glow bright in Baldwin County 2019 BALDWIN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Tickets: $8 Adults, Students Grades 6-12, $5 Students Grades K-5 | All games begin at 7 p.m.

Baldwin County High School

Elberta High School

Foley High School

Robertsdale High School

8-22 @ Murphy (Ladd) 8-30 Gulf Shores 9-6 @ St. Pauls 9-13 Saraland 9-20 @ Blount 9-27 OPEN 10-4 Daphne 10-11 @ Spanish Fort 10-18 Robertsdale 10-25 @ BC Rain 11-1 Charles Henderson

8-23 Pleasant Home 8-30 @ Fruitdale 9-6 Millry 9-13 OPEN 9-20 @ Excel 9-27 @ McIntosh 10-7 Foley (JV) 10-18 St. Lukes 10-25 OPEN 11-1 @ St. Michael

8-23 Prattville 8-30 @ Thompson 9-6 Theodore (Youth Night) 9-13 Alma Bryant (Hall of Fame) 9-20 @ Baker 9-27 OPEN 10-4 McGill Toolen (Homecoming) 10-11 @ Fairhope 10-18 MGM (Senior Night) 10-25 @ Murphy 10-31 @ Davidson (Thursday)

8-23 Mary G Montgomery 8-30 Mattie T Blount 9-6 @ Gulf Shores 9-13 Spanish Fort 9-20 @ Saraland 9-27 @ Faith Academy 10-4 BC Rain (Homecoming) 10-11 @ Daphne 10-18 @ Baldwin County 10-25 OPEN 11-1 St. Paul’s Episcopal

Daphne High School

Fairhope High School

Gulf Shores High School

Spanish Fort High School

8-23 8-30 9-6 9-13 9-20 9-27 10-4 10-11 10-18 10-25 11-1

8-23 McGill 8-30 @ Daphne 9-6 @ Moss Point, MS 9- 13 @ Robertsdale 9-20 B.C. Rain (Homecoming) 9-27 OPEN 10-4 @ St. Paul’s 10-11 Baldwin County 10-18 @ Blount 10-25 Gulf Shores 11-1 Saraland

8-23 @ Theodore 8-30 Spanish Fort 9-6 @ Saraland 9-13 @ BC Rain 9-20 OPEN 9-27 Fairhope 10-4 @ Baldwin County 10-11 Robertsdale 10-18 @ Gulf Shores 10-25 St. Paul’s 11-1 Blount

8-23 Wetumpka 8-30 @ Mary G Montgomery 9-6 Murphy 9-13 @ Theodore 9-20 Davidson (Homecoming) 9-27 @ Daphne 10-4 @ Baker 10-11 Foley (Spina-Bifida) 10-18 OPEN 10-25 Alma-Bryant (Senior Night) 11-1 @ McGill-Toolen

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GULF SHORES CITY SCHOOLS Gulf Shores Elementary 1600 East 3rd St. Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251-968-7375 | fax: 251-968-7217

Gulf Shores Middle School 450 East 15th Ave. Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251-968-8719 | fax: 251-967-1577

Gulf Shores High School 600 East 15th Ave. Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251-968-4747 | fax: 251-968-4770

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q. Will Gulf Shores High School, under the City system, offer early graduation (December).

A. We plan to continue offering early graduation.

Q. Will there be a Pre-K program? If so when will we register for Pre-K program?

A. GSCS is completing the application for the Pre-K program and should have confirmation of that grant in April, at which time we will begin the registration process.

Q. Will there be Kindergarten registration? When will it be?

remain in Gulf Shores City Schools…”

Q. Is 6th grade moving to middle school?

Q. Will Special Education services A. Yes. The Board voted on February remain the same?

14, 2019 to restructure the grade levels at Gulf Shores Middle School to 6-8 and to restructure Gulf Shores Elementary School to PK-5.

Q. Will GSHS continue with the same electives that are currently offered?

A. The goal is to continue college/ career pathways along with aligned electives for all current high school students. We also intend to continue with the current AP and Dual-Enrollment offerings.

A. We plan to continue Kindergarten registration under the same guidelines Q. What are the plans for our parking and procedures as Baldwin County. We lots? They are dangerous. will follow the same timeline as Baldwin County.

A. Plans for campus improvements will be announced in March.

Q. Will GSCS have an IB Program for 8th graders?

A. GSCS will not offer IB for upcoming 9th grade students. If a student is presently in the IB program at Fairhope, that student will be allowed to continue.

Q. Where will the Ft. Morgan kids attend school?

A. The Board conducted its first reading of a Non-Resident (Out of District) Policy on February 14, 2019.

The policy can be approved can be approved at the March board meeting. If approved, students residing outside of the Gulf Shores city limits may apply for admission to the Gulf Shores City Schools. Please see the posted DRAFT policy for details.

Q. Why am I told to complete another Declaration Form?

A. In mid-January, the GSCS Superintendent, contacted State Superintendent, Dr. Eric Mackey seeking guidance regarding the“Rising Sophomore Declarations”. We were instructed to create and distribute a form accordingly. We followed those instructions and solicited declarations with the prescribed deadline of Feb. 1, 2019. We shared a copy of the form used to the State Superintendent’s office. We are compiling that data and scanning in all declaration for forms received and will forward to the State Superintendent’s office and to the BCBE as soon as the new March deadline is past. It is our position that those declarations already completed are valid. The first week of February, as part of the final separation agreement, Dr. Mackey extended the declaration date to March 1, 2019. We immediately reached out to the approximately twenty families that did not submit a declaration form prior to 2/1/19. GSCS is not requesting anyone to resubmit a declaration form. The new March 1 deadline from Dr. Mackey stated, “… any student who failed to declare his or her intention as requested shall do so by March 1, 2019, or such student shall be considered to have elected to

is available on the school system’s website under the February 14, 2019 agenda.

Q. As a business owner in a classic trade, are there any thoughts on internships or trade schools? Will there be Vocational Training?

A. Work Force Development, internships, and apprenticeships are very much a part of our discussions and conversations. Wewill work with local businesses, colleges, and chambers to provide opportunities for student readiness and skill development.

Specific programs are not available at this time. We welcome any input and partnerships from local trades and businesses.

Q. When we officially become Gulf Shores City Schools can we start recognizing those hard working seniors that earned valedictorian and salutatorian?

A. The Board is in the process of creating policies to govern the activities in the school system. The Board is committed to recognizing excellence in our students.

Q. When Gulf Shores City Schools begin will we still use the Common Core Curriculum?

A. We will continue to use Alabama College and Career Ready Standards, as required by state law.

Q. When Gulf Shores City separates from Baldwin County in 2019, will it still be called Gulf Shores High School and will the colors and mascot (Dolphin) still be the same OR will all that change?

A. We will continue to be the Gulf Shores High School Dolphins. The color scheme will be consistent with our current colors.

Q. How can my students stay at Gulf Shores if he/she would rather not be moved to Orange Beach?

A. The Gulf Shores Board of Education will approve a Non-Resident (Out of District) Policy that will provide guidance concerning admittance of students who do not live in the city limits. Currently, a draft of the policy

A. Gulf Shores City Schools will ensure that a free appropriate public education, consistent with the standards established by state and federal regulations, will be provided to all children with disabilities ages 3 to 21.

Q. Will Gifted Education services remain the same?

A. Yes. All second grade students will be observed as potential gifted referrals using a gifted behavior checklist provided by the State Department of Education. A student may be referred for consideration for gifted services by teachers, counselors, administrators, parents or guardians, peers, self, and other individuals with knowledge of the student’s abilities.

Standard referrals may occur at any time for students six years of age or older. Parents must be informed when students are referred. Consent is secured from the parent to proceed with evaluations for consideration for gifted eligibility.

Q. Will my child still have the same access to sports and clubs?

A. Yes. Gulf Shores City Schools plans to continue all presently offered sports and clubs.

Q. Will we continue to compete against county schools (sports, Scholars’ Bowl, etc.)?

A. Our goal is to continue competing against schools in our geographic area as we do currently. Of course, continued competitions rely on neighboring schools also participating.

Q. Will transportation still be provided to city schools?

A. Yes, GSCS will continue to provide transportation for some students who live in the city limits. Bus routes will be analyzed over the summer and could be changed to improve efficiency. Students admitted to GSCS through the Out-of-District Policy will not be provided transportation. Out of District students who are admitted through the Separation Agreement (Grades 10-12) will be provided transportation.

Q. Will the price for lunches change? If so, what are the new prices? Can I still pay for lunch online?

A. School districts are mandated by federal guidelines to analyze lunch prices on a yearly basis. We will analyze prices this summer. We do not anticipate a change, but it is a possibility. Parents will be able to pay online.

Details on the process will be communicated this summer.

Q. Will GSCS have the same dress code as BCPS? A. The GSCS Board will develop and

approve a dress code taking input from the community.

Q. Will GSHS keep the same diploma offerings?

A. All diploma offerings presently in place for existing students will be honored.

Q. What are my child’s options if he/she would like to be in an IB program?

A. If a student is presently enrolled in a Baldwin County IB program, he/ she may continue that program. Students wishing to enter an IB program, would need to enroll in a Baldwin County School or another system that offers IB. At this time, GSCS do not offer the IB program.

Q. Will GSES continue to have After School Care?

A. Yes. We will continue the Century 21 grant program at the Elementary School.

Q. Will GSES offer Special Olympics or be able to join BCPS for Special Olympics?

A. Yes.

Q. Will GSCS still use iNow for parents to check grades?

A. iNOW is a State Department of Education database, so all public schools utilize that system. However, the state will be moving to a new database, but it will have a parent access feature. The implementation schedule of the new state database is not certain at this time. Either way, we will be using a student management system that allows parental access.

2019-20 Gulf Shores City Schools Calendar 2019 AUG. 5-8: PD/Teacher Work Days AUG. 9: First Day For Students SEPT. 2: Labor Day OCT. 10: End of 1st Quarter (44 Days) OCT. 11: Shrimp Festival Weekend NOV. 11: Veterans Day NOV. 25 - 29: Thanksgiving Holidays DEC. 20: End of 2nd Quarter (44 Days) DEC. 23 - JAN. 2, 2020: Christmas Holidays 2020 JAN. 3: Profassional Development JAN. 6: Students Return JAN. 20: MLK Birthday FEB. 24 - 25: Mardi Gras MARCH 13: End of 3rd Quarter (47 Days) APRIL 6 - 10: Spring Break MAY 21: Graduation MAY22: Last Day of School for Students, End of 4th Quarter (45 Days)

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What you need to know about homeschooling Submitted by THE BALDWIN COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION

Q. Are parents or guardians required to to submit proof that their children ages 6-17 are in school?

If you plan to home school your child and your child is attending Baldwin County Public Schools, as per the Code of Alabama, withdraw your student and indicate to the registrar your plan to home school. In addition, complete the Home School Enrollment Form, available on this page under Forms and Documents, and fax or mail the completed form to the Department of Prevention and Support, within the first week of the new school year. The mailing address and fax number are below. If, at a later date, your child re-enters a Baldwin County school, your student will be required to take grade/subject assessments to determine grade placement.

A. Yes. The law requires parents who choose to home school their children to notify the local public school superintendent of their intention to home school. Parents or guardians must submit proof their children ages 6-17 are in school by giving their names to the local superintendent.

This notification is only required at the initial decision to home school and is not required each year.

Baldwin County Public Schools Prevention and Support Services Attn: Home School 2600 North Hand Avenue Bay Minette, AL 36507 Fax: 251-937-0212

Q. I home school my children. Am I required to register with the state?

A. While Act 2014-245 requires that private schools (except church schools) register annually with the Department of Education, it is the interpretation of the State Superintendent of Education that this requirement does not apply to home school students. The law requires guardians to prove their children are in school by giving their names to the local superintendent.

Q. Is a “cover school” required for home schooling in Alabama?

Non-Accredited Homeschools (Require Validation Tests):

A. It is the opinion of the State Superintendent of Education that a “cover school” is not required of parents who choose to home school their children.

Central Christian Homeschool 17395 State Highway 104, Robertsdale, AL 36567 251- 270-1399

Q. I graduated from a private/ church school in Alabama. I need my transcripts. What do I do?

Bridge Christian Academy P.O. Box 701, Fairhope, AL 36533 251-979-6227 Alabamabca@gmail.com

A. The ALSDE does not maintain individual records for any public, private or church school student. Please refer back to the school in which you graduated. If it is a closed private school, conduct research to locate a former trustee or board member to see where the records were stored. If it a closed church school, refer back to the church that sponsored the school.

If the church school is closed, conduct research to identify a former member, pastor or deacon that might know the whereabouts of any stored student records.

Accredited Homeschools: There are many online programs that are accredited. Parents are responsible for providing proof of accreditation.

Several FMS students have been enrolled in these accredited homeschool programs: International Connections Academy www.internationalconnectionsacademy. com Calvert Educational Services Homeschool Program http://homeschool.calverteducation.com/ Keystone School Online Keystoneschoolonline.com

PUBLIC SCHOOL DIRECTORY Baldwin County High School Mr. Craig Smith, Principal High School 1 Tiger Drive Bay Minette, AL 36507 251-937-2341 http://www-baldwincountyhighschool-com Baldwin County Virtual School Ms. Holly Resmondo, Principal High School 450 Fairhope Avenue Fairhope, AL 36532 251-404-6209 https://www-bcbe-org/Domain/4902 Bay Minette Elementary Ms. Laura Moorer, Principal Elementary School 800 Blackburn Avenue Bay Minette, AL 36507 251-937-7651 http://www-bayminetteelementaryschool-com/ Bay Minette Middle Dr- Zack Wigstrom, Principal Middle School 1311 West 13th Street Bay Minette, AL 36507 251-580-2960 http://www-bayminettemiddle-com C.F. Taylor Alternative School Mr. Don Johnson, Principal High School 19150 Wilters Street Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-970-4415 Central Baldwin Middle Mr. Phillip Fountain, Principal Middle School PO Box 930 Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-947-2327 http://www-centralbaldwinmiddle-com Daphne East Elementary Mr. Mark Doherty, Principal Elementary School 26651 County Road 13

Daphne, AL 36526 251-626-1663 http://www-daphneeast-org/ Daphne Elementary Mr. Jonathan Ellis, Principal Elementary School 2307 Main Street Daphne, AL 36526 251-626-2424 http://www-daphneelementary-com Daphne High Dr- Meredith Foster, Principal High School 9300 Champions Way Daphne, AL 36526 251-626-8787 http://www-daphnehs-com Daphne Middle Ms. Azure Joiner, Interim Principal Middle School 1 Jody Davis Circle Daphne, AL 36526 251-626-2845 http://www-daphnemiddleschool-com Delta Elementary Ms. Keri Shofner, Principal Elementary School 10251 White House Fork Rd- Ext Bay Minette, AL 36507 251-937-3657 http://www-deltaelementary-com Elberta Elementary Ms. Jenny Breazeale, Principal Elementary School 25820 US Highway 98 Elberta, AL 36530 251-986-5888 http://www-elbertaelementary-com Elberta High School Mr. Branton Bailey High School 13355 Main Street Elberta, AL 36530 251-986-8127 http://www-elbertahighschool-com

Elsanor Elementary Ms. Charlotte Odom, Principal Elementary School 23440 US Highway 90 Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-947-5401 http://www-elsanorschool-com Fairhope Elementary Ms. Julie Pierce Principal Elementary School 408 North Section Street Fairhope, AL 36532 251-928-8400 http://www-fairhopeelementary-com Fairhope High Mr. Jon Cardwell, Principal High School 1 Pirate Drive Fairhope, AL 36532 251-928-8309 http://www-fairhopehs-com Fairhope Intermediate Ms. Carol Broughton, Principal Intermediate School 20698 Bishop Road Fairhope, AL 36532 251-928-7841 http://www-fairhopeintermediate-com Fairhope Middle Ms. Angie Hall, Principal Middle School Two Pirate Drive Fairhope, AL 36532 251-928-2573 http://www-fairhopeMs.com Foley Elementary Dr- Michelle Moore, Principal Elementary School 450 North Cedar Street Foley, AL 36535 251-943-8861 http://www-foleyelementary-com Foley High Mr. Russ Moore, Principal High School 1 Pride Place

Foley, AL 36535 251-943-2221 http://www-foleyhs-com Foley Intermediate Ms. Shannon McCurdy, Principal Intermediate School 2000 South Cedar Street Foley, AL 36535 251-943-1244 http://www-foleyintermediate-org Foley Middle Mr. Danny McDuffie, Principal Middle School 200 North Oak Street Foley, AL 36535 251-943-1255 http://www-foleymiddle-com J. Larry Newton Ms. Patrice Wolfe, Principal Elementary School 9761 County Road 32 Fairhope, AL 36532 251-990-3858 http://www-jlnewtonschool-com Loxley Elementary Ms. Misty Wilkinson, Principal Elementary School 4999 South Magnolia Street Loxley, AL 36551 251-964-5334 http://www-loxleyelementary-com Magnolia School Ms. P-J- Sute, Principal Elementary School 1 Jaguar Loop Foley, AL 36535 251-965-6200 http://www-magnoliaschoolk6-com North Baldwin Center for Technology Cindy Wilson, Principal High School 505 Dr- Martin Luther King Blvd Bay Minette, AL 36507 251-937-6751 http://www-nbctschool-com

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Know the Rules.

KEEP KIDS SAFE. Make sure you know and follow these school bus safety rules for motorists.

It’s not only smart; it’s the law!

Yellow Flashing Lights signal that the bus is getting ready to stop and load or unload children. This means you should slow down and prepare to stop.

Red Flashing Lights & Extended Stop Arms signal that the bus has stopped, and children will be entering or exiting the bus. This means you should stop your car and wait until the red lights stop flashing, the extended stop sign is withdrawn and the bus resumes moving.

As always, be alert and watch out for children whenever you are behind the wheel.

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Robertsdale Elementary Ms. Alicia Daugherty, Principal Elementary School 1 Cub Drive Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-947-4003 http://www-robertsdaleelementary-com

South Baldwin Center for Technology Mr. Kendall Mowdy, Principal High School 19200 Carolina Street Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-947-5041 http://www-sbctschool-com

Stapleton Elementary Mr. Jim Perry, Principal Elementary School 35480 Harriot Avenue Stapleton, AL 36578 251-937-2038 http://www-stapletonelementary-com

Orange Beach High School High School 4901 Wilson Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561 251-970-4433 https://www-bcbe-org/obhs

Robertsdale High Mr. Joe Sharp, Principal High School PO Box 69 Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-947-4154 http://www-robertsdalehigh-com Rockwell Elementary Mr. Robbie Owen, Principal Elementary School 10183 US Highway 31 Spanish Fort , AL 36527 251-626-5528 | fax 251-621-7206 http://www-rockwellelem-org

Spanish Fort Elementary Ms. Waverly Boutin, Principal Elementary School 30900 State Highway 225 Spanish Fort, AL 36527 251-626-9751 http://www-spanishfortelementary-com

Summerdale School Mr. Mark Pumphrey, Principal Elementary/Middle School PO Box 9 Summerdale, AL 36580 251-989-6850 http://www-summerdaleschool-com

Spanish Fort High Mr. Brian Williamson Principal High School 1 Plaza de Toros Spanish Fort, AL 36527 251-625-3259 http://www-spanishforttoros-org

Swift School Ms. Sandra Thorpe, Principal Elementary School 6330 Bon Secour Highway Bon Secour, AL 36511 251-949-6422 http://www-swiftschool-org

Spanish Fort Middle Mr. Oliver Sinclair, Principal Middle School 33899 Jimmy Faulkner Drive Spanish Fort , AL 36527 251-625-3271 http://www-spanishfortmiddle-com

The Academy at the Fairhope Airport Ms. Julia Bryant High School 8600-C County Road 32 Fairhope, AL 36532 1-251-929-7378

Orange Beach Middle School Middle School 4900 Wilson Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561 251-970-4433 https://www-bcbe-org/obms Perdido School Mr. Phillip Stewart, Principal Elementary/Middle School 23589 County Road 47 Perdido, AL 36562 251-937-8456 http://www-perdidoschool-com Pine Grove Elementary Ms. Donnashele Bruister, Principal Elementary School 43980 Pine Grove Road Bay Minette, AL 36507 251-937-0453 http://www-pgelementary-com

Rosinton Elementary Mr. Andy Benton, Principal Elementary School 19757 County Road 64 Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-964-5210 http://www-rosinton-com Silverhill Elementary Ms. Pamela Moorer, Principal Elementary School PO Drawer 190 Silverhill, AL 36576 251-945-5188 http://www-silverhillelementary-com

WJ Carroll Intermediate Ms. Dana Bottoms, Principal Intermediate School 1000 Main Street Daphne , AL 36526 251-626-0277 http://www-wjcintermediate-com

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Grow in the Grace and Knowledge of Jesus * Meets and exceeds Alabama Curriculum Standards * Christ Centered * Low student/teacher ratio * Pre K3 & K4 * School opens for the 2019-2020 school year on Wednesday, August 14 Good Shepherd school hours; 7 am – 5:30 pm • Classes 8 am – 3 pm The school will follow the Baldwin County Public School System Holiday schedule.

For more information contact the school at (251) 987-1966 or e-mail gsls2017@yahoo.com

Good Shepherd Lutheran School 13220 Main St.

(by St. Mark’s Lutheran Church) Elberta Good Shepherd Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Snook Christian Academy 18930 County Road 28 Foley, AL 36535 251-989-2333

Grace Christian Academy 6900 Hwy 59 Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251-968-1230

Alpha & Omega Christian School 6389 Spanish Fort Blvd.

Spanish Fort, Al 36527 251-621-1126

Marietta Johnson School of Organic Education 8 Marietta Drive Fairhope, AL 36532 251-928-9347

Bayshore Christian School 18930 County Road 28 Foley, AL 36535 251-989-2333 Bayside Academy 303 Dryer Ave Daphne, AL 36526 251-338-6415 Calvary Living Christian Learning Center PO Box 10 Orange Beach, AL 36561 251-967-2688 Central Christian School 17395 State Highway 104 Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-947-5043 Christ the King Catholic School PO Drawer 1890 Daphne, AL 36526 251-626-1692 Eastern Shore Early Childhood 1090 Fairhope Ave Fairhope, AL 36532 251-928-3449 Faith Christian Academy 1090 Fairhope Ave Fairhope, AL 36532 251-928-3449 Good Shepherd Luthern School 24933 Oak St Elberta, AL 36530 251-987-1966

Open Door Christian School 20774 County Road 12 S Foley, AL 36535 251-943-1693 South Baldwin Christian Academy 6900 Hwy 59 Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251-968-1230 St. Benedict Catholic School 12786 Illinois St. Elberta, AL 36530 Phone: 251- 986-8143 St. Michael Catholic High School 11732 Higbee Road Fairhope, Al 36532 251-459-0210 St. Patrick Catholic School 23070 Hwy 59 North Robertsdale, AL 36567 251-947-7395 The Community School 29964 Saint Basil St. Daphne 251-517-5590 Victory Christian Academy 20511 County Road 12 S Foley, AL 36535 251-943-7684

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