Pike Road Junior High

We’re excited to announce that Coach Mike Atkins has been named the new Athletic Director for Pike Road Schools! Coach Atkins brings 22 years of experience in teaching and coaching—including 6 years as an Athletic Director—to this leadership role. For the past 5 years, he’s been a part of the Pike Road High School team, and we’re proud to see him step into this next chapter. Pike Road is home for the Atkins family. His wife of 23 years, Valerie, is the school counselor at PRJHS. Their son Evan is a PRHS graduate, and daughters Claudia and Sophia are current Pike Road students.

The Pike Road School’s Annual Board of Education Meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 19, starting at 6:00 p.m., at the Pike Road Central Office.

📣 Patriot Post: May 19–23, 2025 📣 Exams all week for PRJH & PRHS! 🎓 Seniors – don’t miss Clearance Day, Recognition Program, Parade of Patriots, Decision Day & Yearbook Signing! 🎉 Graduation is Thursday, May 22 at 7 PM ⏰ Early Dismissal on Friday! Let’s finish strong, Patriots!

We’re thrilled to invite your child to join our Future Pats in Motion Volleyball Camp, designed especially for kids ages 6 to 12! This camp is a fantastic opportunity for young athletes to learn the fundamentals of volleyball in a fun, energetic, and supportive environment. Whether your child is brand new to the sport or already has a love for volleyball, our camp focuses on building skills, confidence, and teamwork—all while having a blast! 🏐 Camp Details: 📅 Dates: June 2-4, 2025 🕘 Time: 9am - 12pm 📍 Location: Pike Road GW Campus Gymnasium 👥 Ages: 6 - 12 💵 Cost: $125 before May 23rd / $145 starting May 24th (T-Shirt Included!) 👉 Register here: https://gofan.co/event/3531943?schoolId=AL72525&utm_source=GoFan&utm_medium=qrcode&utm_campaign=HQEventLink If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Coach LaToya at latoya.clark@pikeroadschools.org We look forward to a great camp to kick off the summer.

🌿🧠 Mental Health Matters at GW! 🧠🌿 Today, our amazing Peer Helpers hosted a Mental Health Café for our learners — a calm, creative, and supportive space focused on well-being. 💚 Mental health is just as important as physical health, and we're proud to empower our students with the tools they need to take care of their minds and hearts. 💪 ✨ Learners explored a variety of self-care stations, including: 📝 Affirmations 📓 Journaling 🎨 Art & Puzzles 🖐️ Sensory Table 🧘 Meditation 😌 Quiet/Rest Area 🤸 Stretching & Yoga ♟️Gaming Each station offered a different way to de-stress, reflect, and recharge — reminding our learners that taking care of themselves is not just okay, it’s essential. 💖

Pike Road Junior High students had an opportunity to witness Governor Kay Ivey sign the FOCUS Act into law—legislation that prohibits the use of smartphones and other wireless devices inside Alabama’s public schools. Students were joined by the bill’s sponsors, Rep. Leigh Hulsey and Sen. Donnie Chesteen, along with faculty from Pike Road Junior High.

☀️📚 Summer is almost here, Patriots! Don’t forget — all library books must be returned by Friday, May 16, 2025. If you’re a book lover, keep the pages turning over summer break by visiting the Pike Road Public Library! Happy reading! 💙❤️

🎓📚 Patriot Post: May 12–18, 2025 📚🎓 It’s a big week at PRS GW Campus! Senior Exams kick off Monday, plus a full slate of AP exams, state golf championships, and Honors Day celebrations, field day and last drive for seniors! 🎉 Don’t miss the 13th Annual Crawfish Boil on Saturday 🦞 and Baseball Tryouts for rising 9th–12th graders on Sunday! ⚾

It's time for the Pike Road Recap! Please click the link below to catch up on everything happening at Pike Road Schools. https://tinyurl.com/PRRecapV2I14

🎓✨ PRJHS Honors Day 2025 is almost here! ✨🎓 Join us as we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our amazing PRJHS learners! 📅 Friday, May 16, 2025 📍 Antioch Baptist Church 🕘 C7 Ceremony – 9:00 AM 🕛 C8 Ceremony – 12:00 PM

Please help us welcome our new band director, Brandon Benson! A Florence, AL native and proud graduate of Sheffield High, Mr. Benson brings a wealth of experience in music education and performance. He holds degrees from Northwest-Shoals, the University of South Alabama, the University of Florida, and is currently pursuing his doctorate from Liberty University. With a proven record of excellence—leading award-winning bands and organizing major events like the Little Big Horn Marching Band Competition—Mr. Benson is ready to inspire our students and continue building strong traditions at PRHS. Welcome to the Patriot family! ❤️💙

We’re sending a big THANK YOU to the Town of Pike Road and Mayor Stone for starting our day with a burst of energy and kindness! 🫶 The loaded teas delivered to the GW Campus this morning were the perfect pick-me-up for our faculty and staff during Teacher Appreciation Week. 💛 Because of you, we powered through the day with smiles, ready to inspire and support our amazing learners! 🍎✨

Pike Road Schools Board of Education will hold a Called Board Meeting beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, 2025, to conduct regular business. The meeting will be at Pike Road School Central Office, upstairs in the Collaborative Learning Center.

👩‍⚕️💙 Happy School Nurse Day! 💙👩‍⚕️ Today we celebrate the calm in the chaos, the Band-Aid heroes, the keepers of care, and the hearts behind the health of our schools. Thank you to our incredible school nurses for all you do—from caring for scraped knees and stomach aches to supporting students’ mental and emotional well-being. We appreciate you! ✨🩹

Get ready Wildcats! PRHS Theatre proudly presents the Spring production of HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL! 🎶 Join us for an unforgettable night of music, dance, and fun as our talented cast brings this beloved show to life! 📅 Showtimes: May 5-7, 2025 @ 7 PM 📍 Location: Faulkner Theatre, 5346 Atlanta Highway, Montgomery, AL 36109 (right across from Faulkner University) Grab your tickets now on GoFan ▶️ https://gofan.co/app/school/AL72525 Bring your friends and family for three nights of Wildcats spirit, catchy tunes, and high school memories. “Get Your Head in the Game!” See you at the Faulkner Theatre!

📣 Busy week ahead, Patriots! From AP exams and iReady testing to golf, softball, and interest meetings — we’ve got a packed schedule May 5–10. Let’s finish strong! 💪

🍎🥄 Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ Today we’re giving a big shoutout to the real MVPs of the cafeteria—our School Lunch Heroes! These ladies serve up more than just meals—they serve kindness, care, and comfort every day. 💙 Thank you for feeding our students —one tray at a time. We appreciate you! 🍽️✨

🍎✨ Happy School Lunch Hero Day! ✨🍎 Today, May 2nd, 2025, we celebrate the amazing Child Nutrition Professionals who make a difference every single day! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️💚 From early mornings to busy lunchrooms, these heroes work tirelessly to ensure our students have access to healthy, nutritious meals—fueling their bodies and their learning. Let’s give a huge THANK YOU to the incredible lunchroom team at the GW Campus who keeps our schools running strong. 👏🥗🥪🍎

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🎉 Happy National School Principals’ Day! 🎉 Every year on May 1, we take a moment to recognize and celebrate the amazing principals who lead our schools with dedication, strength, and heart. Today, we shine the spotlight on Mrs. Wright, whose passion for education, tireless work ethic, and deep care for every student and staff member make her a true cornerstone of our school. 💙✏️ From creating a positive learning environment to supporting and inspiring everyone around her, Mrs. Wright leads with both wisdom and warmth. Thank you, Mrs. Wright, for all the ways you make our school community stronger, kinder, and better every single day. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🍎💫 Let’s show her some love — share a kind word or memory in the comments! 💬❤️