George P. Austin Jr. High

Happy Paraprofessional Day! Today, we celebrate and appreciate the incredible dedication of Ms. Bruno and Coach Sewell! Their hard work, support, and commitment to our students make a difference every single day. From assisting in the classroom to providing encouragement and guidance, they help create a positive and successful learning environment at George P. Austin Junior High. Thank you, Ms. Bruno and Coach Sewell, for all that you do! #ParaprofessionalDay #ThankYou #TeamGPA 💙

Happy Spring Break, GPA Family! Wishing all our students, parents, and staff a fun, relaxing, and safe Spring Break! Enjoy your time off, make great memories, and recharge for April and May! We can’t wait to see everyone back in class on March 31st! #GPAStrong #SpringBreakVibes #SeeYouSoon

Important Transportation Update for GPA Students from Superintendent Thurman Effective March 31, 2025 Due to construction at Linden High School and an overflow of traffic in the area, George P. Austin students will not be permitted to ride the bus to the high school. Parents must pick up their children directly from GPA. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure the safety of all students. If you have any questions, please contact the school office. Thank you for your support.

3rd 9 Weeks Honor Roll 8th Grade

3rd 9 Weeks Honor Roll 7th Grade

3rd 9 Weeks Honor Roll 6th Grade

📢 Celebrating Our 3rd 9 Weeks Honor Roll Students! 🎉📚 Congratulations to our amazing students who have demonstrated hard work, dedication, and academic excellence this grading period! 🌟 Your commitment to learning and perseverance continue to inspire us all. Let's give a big round of applause to these outstanding achievers! 👏👏👏 Keep striving for success—your efforts do not go unnoticed! 💪✨ #HonorRoll #AcademicExcellence #GPAProud

📢GPA Family📢 Report cards went home today! Please take a moment to review and sign them. If you have any questions or concerns, our teachers are available for conferences Monday–Friday from 7:30–8:00 AM and 3:00–3:30 PM. Give us a call to set up a time. Thank you for your support! Let’s keep cheering our students on! 💙💛 #GPAStrong

📢 Exciting News! 📢 We are proud to share that our very own Principal, Tonya Starks, represented George P. Austin Junior High School at the 2025 KPCEL Annual Conference in Memphis, TN! 🎉 She joined a distinguished panel of education leaders to discuss Practical Wisdom from a Research-Practice Partnership: Promoting Equity, Character & Flourishing through School Leadership Education. Her insights on character education, student success, and leadership continue to make a lasting impact on our school and beyond. We are so proud of her dedication to fostering a strong and thriving school community! 💙💛 #PrideInPatriots #CharacterMatters #LeadershipInEducation

HEY ALABAMA SCHOOLS!! ALL Kids hopes everyone's 2025-2026 school year is off to a great start! Do any students need healthcare coverage? APPLY TODAY!! https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18R1qsPNb5/

To culminate Black History Month, our GPA students took a meaningful journey to the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Kelly Ingram Park on February 28th. Walking through history, they experienced powerful exhibits that told the story of the Civil Rights Movement—stories of courage, resilience, and the fight for justice. At Kelly Ingram Park, they stood where young activists once marched and reflected on the sacrifices made for the freedoms we have today. It was more than a field trip; it was a lesson in history, leadership, and the responsibility we all have to continue pushing for equality. Proud of our students for embracing this experience with open hearts and open minds! #GPAOnTheMove #BlackHistoryMonth #LivingHistory #BirminghamCivilRights

George P. Austin Junior High School has been selected by the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) as a 2024 CLAS School of Distinction for its Pride in Patriots character education program. This award recognizes school programs that serve as outstanding educational models for other schools in Alabama. This year 234 schools were nominated for prestigious recognition with 222 applications submitted. George P. Austin was one of thirty-two schools selected as the 2024 CLAS Schools of Distinction. Our exemplary school will be recognized at the awards luncheon on May 5, 2025 in Prattville. Principal Starks commented that the achievement belongs to every teacher, staff member, student, and parent who gives their best every single day.

📢 GPA Family, Join Us! 📢 We invite you to our Black History Program tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. in the George P. Austin gym! 🎤✨ Come celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of African Americans with us. We look forward to seeing you there! 🖤💛❤️ #BlackHistoryMonth #GPAProud #CelebrateHistory

📢 Progress Reports Went Home Today! 📢 Parents & Guardians, please check your child's backpack—progress reports were sent home today! 📄✉️ Take a moment to review your child’s grades and celebrate their hard work! 🎉 Also, please pay close attention to any notes regarding our attendance policy. Regular attendance is key to student success! ✅ If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to your child's teacher. Thank you for your partnership in supporting our students! 💙 #StayInformed #StudentSuccess #AttendanceMatters

🌟 Celebrating Our Amazing Counselor, Luckie MvonoToung! 🌟 This week, we are honored to recognize and celebrate Luckie MvonoToung for National School Counseling Week! 💙✨ Mrs. MvonoToung is the heart of our school, always going above and beyond to support our students, staff, and families. Whether she’s offering guidance, lending a listening ear, or helping students navigate challenges, she does it all with kindness, dedication, and a genuine passion for student success. Thank you, Mrs. MvonoToung, for the impact you make every single day! Our school is stronger, kinder, and more connected because of you. 💛💙 #NationalSchoolCounselingWeek #ThankYouMrsMvonoToung #GPAJH #WeAppreciateYou

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are thrilled to share that Ms. Denetria Ruffin, our amazing Social Studies teacher, has had her classroom project, "Essential Education: Foundation for Growth," fully funded through DonorsChoose! This project will provide our students with valuable resources to enhance their learning experience and set a solid foundation for their academic growth. Ms. Ruffin’s dedication to her students is truly inspiring, and we are so proud of her commitment to making a difference! 💡📚✨ A huge thank you to the generous donors who helped bring this project to life. Your support means the world to our school community. 🥰👏 #GeorgePAustinJrHigh #DonorsChoose #TeacherSpotlight #StudentSuccess #Grateful 💙

Today, we celebrated the 100th day of school in style at George P. Austin Junior High School! 🏈⚽ Students and staff showed off their favorite sports jerseys, adding a fun twist to the milestone. 🎉 Randomly selected numbers throughout the day brought even more excitement with prizes for our lucky winners. Here's to 100 days of learning, growth, and teamwork! #100thDayOfSchool #TeamGPA #SchoolSpirit"

100 Days of School Celebration!

Report Cards

📢 Important Announcement 📢 There will be no after-school tutoring this week. Tutoring sessions will resume next Tuesday, January 14th, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Thank you for your understanding and support as we prepare to continue helping our students succeed! #StudentSuccess #TutoringUpdate