Superintendent Update: April 2025

April is an exciting month for many reasons. Not only is it the next-to-last month of the school year, but it also holds several observances that focus on our students, including the Month of the Military Child, Autism Awareness Month, Youth Sports Safety Month, and Child Abuse Prevention Month. With so many days dedicated to meaningful causes, it can feel like our calendars are always full, but when it comes to spotlighting our students, I'm all in! I'm constantly inspired by our students' big dreams and their hard work to make them a reality! Our commitment is to give them opportunities to explore their interests and passions - starting with a strong foundation in elementary school and continuing a headstart in their career through secondary programs.

We are continuing our State of the Schools meetings this year. I truly believe the town hall-style format is a great way to hear directly from you about any questions or concerns you may have about our district. In response to the positive feedback we received last year about the digital format, this year's event will again be held online. This will ensure that everyone has the opportunity to "attend" -  whether by watching live or on-demand when busy schedules allow the time. A date hasn’t been set yet, so stay tuned for additional details. During the meeting, I'll cover key district and school information, including state report card data, calendar updates, Code of Conduct changes, legislative academic initiatives, online enrollment reminders, finances, and, of course, anything that's on your mind. My goal is to provide vital information in a way that is easy for our families to understand. Transparency remains a strategic priority, and we want to ensure that all families have the information they need to make informed decisions that are in the best interest of their children.

Families are also encouraged to share feedback through our school-based Climate & Culture surveys. Each school has provided links and details about these confidential, third-party surveys, allowing you to provide honest feedback about various aspects of our schools - both the positives and the areas for improvement. The data collected will help us address priority areas identified by students, employees, and families. I encourage you to use this opportunity to advocate for your child and make your voice heard.

Our motto - Equip, Engage, Excel - guides everything we do, and the best way to live it out is by partnering with you. When we work together for the good of our children, there's nothing we can't accomplish.

Why Not Us, 

Lyman Woodfin
Autauga County Schools Superintendent