Good things happening!🎉
During Gardendale’s Chamber of Commerce meeting, the Alabama Power Foundation surprised Dr. Gonsoulin with a $2,500 donation to the Jefferson County Schools Education Foundation! We sincerely thank Alabama Power for supporting our students. They do so much to uplift our JEFCOED family, and we do not take their generosity lightly!
about 5 hours ago, JEFCOED
A group of people stand together, holding a big check from Alabama Power, to the Jefferson County Schools Education Foundation.
A man and a woman stand together, holding a big check and smiling.
A man speaks into a microphone attached to a podium.
A group of people sit a tables, clapping as a man walks to the front of the room.
What an incredible honor! We are proud to share that the Jefferson County School District received the Innovation and Impact Award at Cognia’s IMPACT Conference in Montgomery. This award highlights the district’s innovative nature and ability to create positive changes in education, while also improving student outcomes. This achievement is a product of the hard work our educators and school leaders put in daily. We appreciate all you do to better our schools and communities!
2 days ago, JEFCOED
Three women stand on a stage and smile. One of the women holds an award.
Five women stand together on a stage and smile. One woman holds an award.
A woman speaks into a microphone at a podium on a stage. A group of adults stand behind her and smile.
A woman stands on stage and speaks into a microphone attached to a podium.
A group of adults stand together on a stage and smile. One of them holds an award.
We're happy to see so many Eagles soared through August with perfect attendance! Way to go, Center Point Elementary! Let's keep this momentum going!🦅❤️

🏫 Did you know that absences at the start of school can predict low attendance throughout the rest of the year? Half of students who miss 2-4 days in September end up missing almost a month of school. Together, we can ensure students are here today and ready for tomorrow!📚
2 days ago, JEFCOED
Three students stand in a school hallway, holding certificates and ribbons.
Eight students stand in an elementary school hallway, holding certificates and ribbons.
A group of students stand outside a school, holding up popsicles.
A group of students stand in a school hallway, holding up certificates and ribbons.
A group of students sit on a sidewalk outside a school while eating popsicles.
We love seeing creativity in the classroom!🎶🎨
Last week, Impact Arts Council and La La Librarian visited the Burkett Center, sharing their love of the arts with students! We appreciate them for coming by, and for using their skills to make learning even more fun!🤩
3 days ago, JEFCOED
A student sits in a classroom and smiles. The student is in a wheelchair with a desk attached to it. A box with stickers sits on the desk attachment.
A woman and a student sit together at a table in a classroom. The woman smiles and plays an instrument for the student.
A woman and a young student sit together in a classroom. The woman is sitting in a chair and the student sits next to her in a wheelchair. The woman is helping the student with an arts and crafts project.
A student sits at a desk while two adults help her with an arts and crafts project.
We love to see students working hard in the classroom and treating others with respect!👏 This week, Rudd Middle School threw an ice cream party for students who met their 3-week expectations!🍦🎉 These students had no unexcused absences, no disciplinary issues, no zeros and completed six iReady assignments! Way to go!
6 days ago, JEFCOED
A group of students and a principal sit in a lunch room. Ice cream and toppings are on top of the cafeteria tables.
Students and adults sit and stand in a lunch room while eating ice cream.
Time to celebrate🍧🎉! Today Chalkville Elementary honored current 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grade students who earned 3s and 4s on last year’s ACAP testing! They enjoyed bounce houses, video game trucks and a whole lot more!
Our students and educators worked so hard for this achievement, and we love to see their dedication rewarded!👏 Congratulations!
6 days ago, JEFCOED
Two girls play with hula hoops in a parking lot of a school
Two girls hug each other and smile while holding up peace signs.
Young boys sit on a couch and play video games.
Boys smile while playing in a bounce house
A group of students hug each other and smile while standing outside.
Three students hug each other and smile while standing outside.
A little girl smiles while holding a snow cone.
A boy jumps rope in a school parking lot.
Little girls stand together and play video games.
We are SO excited to share that the Jefferson County School District has been awarded the Blue Cross Blue Shield Be Healthy Grant for the VERY first time!🎉👏 Mr. Christopher Reeves, Physical Education Supervisor for Jefferson County Schools, says, “This is a meaningful moment for our district, as it reflects the dedication of so many who believe in the power of physical education to shape healthier lives for our students.” Mr. Reeves adds that this grant will provide everything from exercise bikes to agility ladders, benefiting and inspiring students and educators. Thank you to everyone who made this possible!
7 days ago, JEFCOED
Children play with yoga balls inside a gym.
Children hit pool noodles on yoga balls inside a gym.
The image is a graphic with text on it that reads "We Won Be Healthy School Grant Program"
All smiles during Dads on Duty at Clay Elementary!🐾📚
Dads and father figures helped students end their week on a high note by offering words of encouragement and plenty of high-fives during morning drop-off!👏🤩
We appreciate everyone who participated in Friday’s event! These moments mean the world to our students, and we thank our volunteers for making them feel special!
9 days ago, JEFCOED
A man carries a child through an elementary school.
Children walk along a school side walk as a man helps with carline.
A police officer smiles toward the camera while helping with school drop-off.
Dads talk to students in an elementary school cafeteria.
A group of men and students stand together and smile.
Children walk into a school while men help with carline.
A man stands next to a girl who is wearing a safety vest.
The energy was sky-high as the Center Point Elementary School Eagles showed what it means to be an E.H.E.R.O. at their Attendance Matters pep rally! 🦅Eagles, Here, Every day, Ready and On time!!
13 days ago, JEFCOED
A teacher and student dance together during a school pep rally.
A student holds up a towel that says CPES We are Eagles. EHERO. Be Seen. Don't Hit 18. Wings Up for Attendance. Center Point Elementary.
Little Eaglettes cheer members sit on the floor with pom poms.
A student holds his hands up to his face as he yells during a pep rally.
The Little Eaglettes cheer squad with their coaches.
A woman dancing during a school pep rally.
A large group of elementary students at a pep rally.
Elementary students at a pep rally.
Little Eaglettes Cheer team
Snow Rogers Elementary was well represented at UAB’s season opener! We appreciate UAB Athletics for not only giving students and teachers tickets to Thursday's game, but for also visiting with Snow Rogers students last week! These moments are so special, and we appreciate the Blazers for their generosity!
13 days ago, JEFCOED
A group of students sit in bleachers at a football game and smile
Elementary-aged students smile while standing next to the Blaze mascot at a UAB Football game
A family smiles while sitting in the bleachers at a football game
Elementary-aged students sit on the floor of a gym while cheerleaders and football players stand in front of them
UAB cheerleaders pose with an elementary school student who is dressed in a football uniform
It’s not every day you get to meet an Olympian!⛷️🥇 This week, Picabo Street, three-time Olympian and gold and silver medalist, video chatted with enrichment classes at Corner Middle School!

These students have been learning how skiers use chemistry in their sport, and had great discussions with Picabo about her career and the science behind her events! They also got to hear about her future plans, which include commentating for NBC on all the Women's Olympic Skiing events in the upcoming Winter Olympics. We appreciate Picabo so much for taking the time to speak with these students!
13 days ago, JEFCOED
Students sit in front of a monitor in a library. The screen shows a video call between the students and a woman
Students sit in a library and stare at a monitor. The monitor shows a video call between the students and a woman.
A huge thank you to Senator Linda Coleman-Madison for her support of Jefferson County Schools! She presented Dr. Walter Gonsoulin with an $80,000 check to benefit local schools. Together, we’re ensuring a great educational experience for our students! #EducationSupport
13 days ago, JEFCOED
Senator Linda Coleman-Madison and Dr. Walter Gonsoulin hold a check to the Jefferson County School Board for $80,000.
Congratulations to our Jefferson County Board of Education members! 🎉

Each of our board members has completed the required training hours through the Alabama Association of School Boards. Their commitment to learning and leadership helps ensure that we continue to provide the very best for our students, staff, families, and community. 👏Thank you for your service!
14 days ago, JEFCOED
Jefferson County School Board members hold their certificates from the Alabama Association of School Boards.
So much to celebrate at Brighton! This morning, 3rd, 4th and 5th graders who earned 3s and 4s on the ACAP were honored during an award ceremony! We had so much fun celebrating their hard work!
Thank you to guest speaker Ms. Margaret Beard for encouraging our students and presenting them with gifts! What a special day!🐻❤️
We congratulate all of our JEFCOED students and teachers for their success during testing! Your dedication inspires us!
14 days ago, JEFCOED
A woman hands an award certificate to a little girl
A little boy smiles while holding an award certificate
A little girl stands and hugs a woman who is sitting down
Three women stand together on a stage and smile
A girl and a man stand together and smile. The little girl is holding an award.
A little boy hugs a woman
A woman and a little boy stand together and smile. The little boy holds an award
A woman and a little boy hug
A man and a little girl hug while standing in a school gym.
A boy stands on a stage and smiles while holding an award.
It’s National Dog Day, and we’re celebrating one of our favorite pups, Dude!🐕‍🦺❤️
Dude is enjoying his fourth year as a therapy dog at Grantswood Community School! Grantswood’s counselor, Cricket Miller, tells us students look forward to his visits each Friday! From increasing attendance and GREAT behavior, to decreasing fear and anxiety, Cricket says Dude is a huge asset to GCS! We appreciate all Dude does for our JEFCOED family!
16 days ago, JEFCOED
Students and a counselor stand next to a therapy dog in a classroom. Some of the students hug the dog.
A student lays their head on a therapy dog
A therapy dog sleeps on a couch.
Outdoor learning AND feathered friends? That’s a win-win! We’re so 'clucky'🐓 to have chicken coops at several of our schools, including Bryan Elementary! Our students are learning new skills while also making unforgettable memories!🐔💙
This makes us JEFCOED Proud!
16 days ago, JEFCOED
Students stand and sit around an outdoor chicken coop.
Students sit and lay on grass surround a chicken coop.
Students stand and sit outside a chicken coop.
Students stand and sit on grass outside a chicken coop.
students hold clip boards while sitting on grass outside a chicken coop.
Adamsville Elementary School moms kicked off Friday morning carline with PAW-some energy! 🐾💜 From the bus ramp to the car line, students were greeted with warm smiles, high-fives, and plenty of encouragement to kick off the day in the best way. A heartfelt THANK YOU to every amazing woman who showed up to make a difference!!
20 days ago, JEFCOED
A parent and a student smile at the camera during morning car line drop off at a school.
A woman helps a student get out of a vehicle in car line at school.
A student and a parent smile for the camera. The student his holding up peace signs.
Moms of Adamsville Elementary pose for a picture outside of the school after greeting students in car line.
A woman greets students as they exit a school bus in the morning.
A student receives a big hug upon arrival to school.
Two students exit a car during morning car line at school.
JEFCOED knows how to do a pep rally right! Hueytown High School brought the energy this afternoon!🎉🏈
20 days ago, JEFCOED
Band students stand in the bleachers at a gym and play instruments
Band students play instruments inside a gym
Students scream while sitting and standing in bleachers.
Students scream and jump around while standing in a gym
A group of students sit and stand in the bleachers of a gym.
A student stands in a school gym and smiles while holding drum sticks
Students in Mrs. Riley’s class at Grantswood participated in their first mad science experiment last week! They learned all about germs!🦠🧑‍🔬We love seeing lessons brought to life through experiments, and look forward to what these mad scientists in training will accomplish!🤩
23 days ago, JEFCOED
Students wearing lab coats sit on the floor of a classroom. Each student has a tray with a paper plate on it sitting in front of them.
Check it out! We’re starting to see some of the first positive office referrals of the school year!👏📚
Addison from Snow Rogers Elementary School was recognized for showing responsibility!
For exhibiting this SNOW Expectation, Addison became the first student to receive a book from the vending machine! Way to go!🎉📖
24 days ago, JEFCOED
A girl holds a certificate and a book while smiling
A girl smiles while holding a book and standing in front of a book vending machine