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Celebrating National Principals Month: Spotlight on Dr. Emily Grace

As we continue celebrating National Principals Month, we are proud to highlight Dr. Emily Grace, Principal of Northside Intermediate School, for her servant leadership, dedication, and deep-rooted

Celebrating National Principals Month: Spotlight on Mrs. Laura Sellers

Opelika City Schools proudly recognizes Mrs. Laura Sellers, Principal of Morris Avenue Intermediate School, for her commitment to cultivating an environment where students, staff, and families feel

Celebrating National Principals Month: Spotlight on Mrs. April Brock

Mrs. Brock has helped students and teachers reach their full potential for over 22 years in Opelika City Schools. Learning and growth are at the forefront of everything she does. Mrs. Brock earned

Celebrating National Principals Month: Spotlight on Mrs. Kristen Williams

As we continue celebrating National Principals Month, Opelika City Schools is proud to highlight the incredible leaders who make a difference every day. Today, we recognize Mrs. Kristen Williams,

Six Opelika High School Students Selected for Lee County Young Leaders

Congratulations to our six Opelika High School students selected for the 2025–2026 Lee County Young Leaders Class! Burch Harris, Mackenzie Young, Emma Brown, Memshalyah Weaver, Paige Henry, and

Two Opelika Principals Named CLAS District 4 Principals of the Year

Opelika City Schools is proud to announce that two of its principals have been recognized with top leadership honors by the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS). Kelli Fischer, Principal

Celebrating National Principals Month: Spotlight on Mrs. Fischer

Opelika City Schools proudly joins the nationwide celebration of National Principals Month by recognizing the leaders who guide our schools each day. Today, we shine a spotlight on Mrs. Kelli

Opelika Middle School Students Explore Career Paths at Career Quest

More than 400 Opelika Middle School students took part in the annual Career Quest hosted by the Opelika Chamber of Commerce.

Opelika High School Theatre Society Presents Little Shop of Horrors

Little Shop of Horrors is a delectable sci-fi horror musical with an electrifying 1960s pop/rock score. Please note that this is recommended for audiences ages 13 and older. Seymour Krelborn is a

Opelika High School’s 2025 Homecoming Queen: Jasmine Smith

Congratulations to Opelika High School’s 2025 Homecoming Queen: Jasmine Smith! We are so proud of the entire Homecoming Court for representing Opelika with grace, leadership, and school

OHS 2025 Homecoming Court

Congratulations to the 2025 Opelika High School Homecoming Court!  From Left to Right: Emunah Weaver, Jalunee Muongkhot, Allanah Jackson, Jasmine Smith, Emily Bussey, Kennedi Davis, Serenity-Dawn

Opelika High School Choir Performs at Tunnel to Towers

The Opelika High School Choir had the privilege of performing at the opening ceremony of the Tunnel to Towers 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit at Southern Union this morning. Students then toured

Opelika Athletics Announces 5-Year Nike Partnership Through BSN Sports

Opelika Athletics is proud to announce a new five-year partnership with Nike, facilitated through BSN Sports, beginning June 1, 2026. This agreement designates Opelika High School as an official

Second Graders Kick Off Super Citizen Journey with Libby Liberty

Second graders from Southview Primary School, Jeter Primary School, and Carver Primary School had a fun Friday morning as they welcomed Libby Liberty! The students launched the Hands-on Liberty

Commemorating the 100th Auburn-Opelika Football Game

Opelika City Schools joined with Auburn City Schools, city mayors, and community partners to commemorate the 100th football game between Opelika High School and Auburn High School on September 4,

Opelika High School Baseball Field Named “Turf Field of the Year” by NHSBCA

The National High School Baseball Coaches Association (NHSBCA) has named Opelika High School’s baseball field the Region 3 Synthetic Turf Field of the Year. “This honor reflects the strong

Opelika City Schools Leaders Share Vision at Chamber Event

Opelika City Schools was proud to be part of the Opelika Chamber’s Business Over Breakfast on Tuesday, August 19. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Davis, Opelika High School Principal Kelli Fischer,

Investing in the Future: Major Renovations at Two Opelika Schools

Major renovations are in progress at West Forest Intermediate School and Southview Primary School, bringing long-awaited facility upgrades to both campuses ahead of the 2025–2026 school year. These

Football Game Guidelines & Clear Bag Policy

In order to make the Friday night football game experience at Bulldog Stadium great for all of our fans, the following guidelines will be implemented each season.  This year, we have added a clear

Back to School Newsletter from the Alabama Reading Initiative (ARI)

Alabama FOCUS Act

Governor Kay Ivey recently signed the FOCUS Act into law, banning student cellphone use during the school day in all Alabama public schools. This law is designed to reduce distractions in the

Opelika City Schools to Host Meet and Greet with Incoming Superintendent Dr. Kevin Davis

Opelika City Schools is inviting the community to a public meet-and-greet event to welcome the new superintendent, Dr. Kevin Davis. The event will take place on Thursday, July 10, 2025, from 5:30 to

Opelika City Schools’ Keith York Recognized Among Alabama’s Top Education Leaders

Opelika City Schools Director of Human Resources, Keith York, was honored with the prestigious CLAS Leadership Award at the annual Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) Conference on June

Summer 2025 Literacy Activities from the Alabama Reading Initiative (ARI)

Looking for fun and educational ways to support your child’s reading this summer? Explore the ARI Summer 2025 Literacy Newsletter, filled with engaging, at-home activities across key reading

Opelika City Schools Board of Education Names Dr. Kevin Davis as Superintendent

The Opelika City Schools Board of Education is proud to announce the selection of Dr. Kevin Davis as the next Superintendent of Opelika City Schools.  Dr. Davis currently serves as Principal of