



Today we honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice inspire us every day. ❤️💙
We are grateful for our veterans and their families.
Thank you for your service!




Let’s celebrate Red Ribbon Week the Mertz way! Starting Monday, we’ll kick off a week full of fun activities and dress-up days as we celebrate making healthy choices! 💪❤️


Get ready for one of our favorite events of the year! The Book Fair will be open in the library from October 13–17, running daily from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
Come browse amazing books, find new favorites, and support our school library. There's something for every reader!
We can't wait to see you there! 📖✨
#themertzway #LibraryLove #ReadingIsFun

Join us this Saturday, September 27 at ChaTime for a delicious way to support the Eichold-Mertz Robotics Club! 🧋✨
Just mention Eichold-Mertz Robotics when you order, and a portion of your purchase will go toward helping our amazing students build, code, and compete! 🚀💡
Bring your friends, grab your favorite drink, and help us raise funds for the future engineers and innovators of tomorrow!
#themertzway #InvestiGators #PartnersInEducation

Mark your calendars — Picture Day is Thursday, September 25th! 📅
All students are required to wear their Marvelous Monday attire for their photos.
Order form sheets will be sent home with students in the coming days, so be on the lookout!
Let’s get ready to smile big! 😄✨
#PictureDay #Lifetouch #MarvelousMonday #SayCheese

📢 REMINDER: Monday, September 22 is a Virtual Learning Day
Attention InvestiGator Families:
There will be no on-campus instruction on Monday, September 22. All classes will be held virtually, and students should not report to campus.
Please be sure to check your online platforms for assignments and instructions from your teachers. 📚💻
Thank you for your attention and cooperation!
#VirtualDay #Reminder #OnlineLearning #StayConnected

Title I & Open House
📅 Monday, August 25th
🕠 5:30 PM – Title I Meeting
🕕 6:00 PM – Open House Begins
Come meet the teachers, explore the classrooms, and learn more about our goals for the year.
We hope to see you there!
📘 ✏️ 🍎
#OpenHouse #TitleIMeeting #FamilyEngagement

Hello InvestiGator Families!
Picture Day has been rescheduled — it will no longer take place tomorrow, August 20th.
🗓️ New Date: Thursday, September 25th
Students should come to school in their regular uniforms tomorrow — Marvelous Monday attire is not required.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support! 💚🐊
#InvestiGators #PictureDayUpdate #MarkYourCalendar

We’re just 2 days away from the first day of school! 🎉
This is a reminder that the first day of school will also be our first Marvelous Monday! Please be sure to review the Student Handbook for guidelines so you’re ready to start the year off right.
Let’s make it a great year! 💙💛💚
#themertzway #MarvelousMonday

Congratulations to Maegan Gayle, a 2025 ISTE+ASCD 20 to Watch Award Winner! Maegan Gayle is in her 12th year of teaching for Mobile County Public Schools, where she is the STEM Lab teacher at Eichold-Mertz Magnet School of Math, Science, and Technology. Ms. Gayle attended Auburn University, earning her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education in 2012. She achieved National Board Certification in 2020 and is a 2024 finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in math. #20toWatch #ISTE25 #MCPSSProud

🚨 IMPORTANT REMINDER: Shirts purchased after August 2nd will NOT be delivered to the school and will either have to be mailed or picked up at Game Day Sports.📱Scan the QR code on the flyer to order now and don’t forget to include your child’s full name at checkout! 🔗 Or click the link https://gamedaysportsal.com/products/eichold-mertz-tshirt-2025-2027?_pos=1&_sid=9d124d4d1&_ss=r #TheMertzWay #FridayShirts


