What an inspiring two days we've had at the 2026 Leadership Summit!👏 It is truly a gift to have our school and district leaders all under one roof, sharing ideas and setting the standard for the incredible school year ahead. Thank you to Hueytown High School for hosting!
2 days ago, JEFCOED
Attendees of the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit smile at the camera.
A woman smiles and waves at the camera as she walks into the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit.
Group photo of attendees at the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit.
Two attendees of the JEFCOED Leadership Summit smile for a photo.
Three attendees at the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit smile while holding up various restaurant gift cards.
A woman speaks to the audience at the 2025 JEFCOED Leadership Conference.
Two attendees of the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit smile for the camera.
Attendees of the 2026 Leadership Summit smile at the camera.
Attendees walk into the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit.
A woman stands in a kitchen and smiles at the camera while holding up a water bottle.
JEFCOED Journeys — Endless fun in Florida! ☀️🎉 Several members of our JEFCOED family made special memories in the Sunshine State this summer!

🎢 The Perdue Family took on Universal Studios! They made memories, shared laughs, and enjoyed every moment together in Orlando! Ms. Perdue works in Child Nutrition at Bryant Park Elementary School, and the Perdue kiddos attend Center Point High School and Erwin Middle School!

🩰 The Morgan Family spent a week in Orlando, where Kinley competed with her dance studio (The Pointe Dance Arts) and took classes at West Coast Dance Explosion’s national dance competition and convention! Kinley attends Gardendale High School, and her mom, Angey, teaches English and coaches the dance team at Gardendale High!

✨ And two JEFCOED students took an AMAZING trip to Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World! You can see Donovan and London were all smiles as they posed with Mickey and Minnie Mouse! Donovan attends Hueytown Primary School and London attends Hueytown Middle School!
3 days ago, JEFCOED
A family poses in front of a Universal Studios background.
A girl and a woman stand together for a photo. They wear dresses and pose in front of a sign for West Coast Dance Explosion Convention and Competition.
Two students stand together for a photo with Mickey and Minnie Mouse at Animal Kingdom.
A summer of continued growth and commitment to education! 📚☀️

Many of our educators spent their break participating in professional development opportunities, and we could not be prouder of their dedication to student success. 👏

✏️ Fultondale High School at A+ College Ready Summer Training.

🧪 Earth and Space Science teachers at A+ College Ready Summer Training. There were 4 JEFCOED teachers in this group!

✨ Administrators and staff from Brighton School attended Ron Clark Academy’s House Mania conference.

💜 Minor Middle School Counselors attended the 2026 American School Counselor Association Conference.

📓 U.W. Clemon Elementary School's Leadership team attended the Model Schools Conference.

Amazing work, everyone!
3 days ago, JEFCOED
A group of women wearing matching blue shirts stand in front of a photo backdrop with balloons in a hallway and pose for a photo.
A group of teachers stand together and smile for a photo in a hallway. They pose in front of a photo backdrop with balloons on it.
Educators sit outside a brick building. They pose for a photo under a sign on the building that says "The Ron Clark Academy."
Two women pose for a photo in front of a sign. The sign says "ASCA 2026 Amplify Success."
Members of U.W. Clemon Elementary School's leadership team smile for a photo while attending the Model Schools Conference.

Exciting beginnings for U.W. Clemon Elementary School's newest Tiger Cubs!

Kindergarten Camp is underway and these soon-to-be students are getting a preview of all the joy they'll experience at school! From campus tours to stations and even a signing day experience, these students had a day filled with fun! 💜🐅

4 days ago, JEFCOED
A child smiles while playing on a playground.
A child smiles while playing on a playground outdoors.
A child sits at a table in a classroom and plays with blocks.
A girl smiles while sitting at a table in front of a purple photo backdrop. She holds a large inflatable pencil.
A teacher and a student sit on a colorful rug on the floor of a classroom. The teacher writes on a piece of paper while the student looks down at a worksheet.
A boy smiles while standing on a ladder on a playground.
A girl smiles while sitting at a table in front of a purple backdrop and holds an inflatable pencil.
A girl sits at a table in a classroom and plays with blocks.
A child smiles while sitting at a table in a classroom and playing with play doh.
Nothing like some extra motivation during the last summer practice! 🏈☀️

As summer training comes to a close, United States Marines visited Pinson Valley High School's football players to share some encouragement and words of wisdom! We appreciate this group for taking the time to inspire our athletes! 👏
4 days ago, JEFCOED
Pinson Valley football players sit on the end zone of a football field and listen to Marines speak.
A Pinson Valley football player carries a fellow player across the football field.
Football coaches stand on a football field and watch as a Pinson Valley football player carries a fellow player across the football field.
Marines stand in a football workout room and speak to Pinson Valley football players. The players sit on the floor of the room and listen.
Marines stand on a football field and speak to Pinson Valley football players. The players sit on the end zone and listen.
Registered and ready for a wonderful school year! 📚🦅

We loved seeing the smiling faces of students from Center Point Elementary School, Erwin Intermediate School, Erwin Middle School, and Center Point High School during today’s combined registration event! This school year is going to be a special one, and we can’t wait to see what all our students will accomplish!
5 days ago, JEFCOED
A man and a child stand in the entrance of a school gym and smile.
A group of women sit at a table in a school lunch room and smile.
A girl smiles while sitting on bleachers in a school gym.
A child smiles and looks at a teacher as the teacher hugs a student. They all stand in a school hallway.
A girl sits on bleachers at a school and smiles.
District employees with Jefferson County Schools sit at a table in a school and help families register for classes.
Two children smile for a photo and stand in a school hallway.
A teacher smiles while sitting at a table in a cafeteria.
Educators sit at a table in a cafeteria and smile for a photo.
Image is of a school cafeteria. A neon sign in the cafeteria says Eagle's Nest Diner.
JEFCOED Journeys — Navigating the beauty of our national parks!

🏔️ From Mortimer Jordan High School to Yellowstone National Park — the Hollifields were all smiles as they explored the first national park!

🌵 The Head family went west and visited two national parks: Carlsbad Caverns National Park in Carlsbad, New Mexico, and Guadalupe Mountains National Park in West Texas!

Levi and Caleb attend Oak Grove High School, Andrew and Aaron attend Concord Elementary School, and Maggie is a future Concord Elementary student! Jeremy Head is an assistant principal at Oak Grove High School, and Amanda Head teaches exceptional education at Concord Elementary School!

We love seeing how our students and employees are spending the summer! Be sure to submit your JEFCOED Journey here: https://forms.gle/gVdZ1Y9EwH3uMwLf9
5 days ago, JEFCOED
A family poses for a photo in front of the Yellowstone National Park sign at Yellowstone National Park.
A family poses for a photo in front of mountains at Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
Let’s hear it for two of our JEFCOED seniors who recently participated in the Huntingdon College Economic and Community Development Scholars Program! 🎉

Jonathan Cope from Mortimer Jordan High School and Bryanna Cornejo from Fultondale High School had the opportunity to learn from experts about the importance of economic and community development at the state and local levels.

Jonathan and Bryanna were two of 23 high schoolers representing 17 Alabama Chambers of Commerce during the program, and we are thrilled they had the chance to gain such powerful insight during this event! Congratulations to you both! 👏
8 days ago, JEFCOED
A boy stands outdoors in front of a building and smiles.
A girl stands outdoors in front of a building and smiles.
English as a Second Language educators from across our state are equipped and energized for the school year following this year’s ESL Summer Summit at McAdory Middle School! 👏

More than 100 teachers met for powerful sessions ranging from how to empower students, engage with their families, and collaborate with fellow educators. We are proud of this group of leaders and can’t wait to see the difference they’ll make this school year!
8 days ago, JEFCOED
A woman stands in the front of a classroom and holds a laptop while giving a lesson.
Educators sit in desks inside a classroom and listen to a speaker.
Two women stand at the front of a classroom at a smart board and lead a presentation.
Educators sit at desks inside a classroom and listen to a presenter.
A woman sits at a table in a school hallway and smiles.
Educators sit in a classroom and listen to a presenter.
A woman gives a presentation while standing at the front of a classroom.
Getting game day ready! 🎵🐾 Today, we caught up with the Clay-Chalkville High School marching band as they prepare for the upcoming football season! Band camp is off to an amazing start and we can’t wait to see these students shine on the field! ✨🎷
9 days ago, JEFCOED
A girl smiles while practicing a dance routine in a parking lot
A boy stands in a parking lot and plays a snare drum
a girl stands in a parking lot and plays a trumpet
A group of girls stand in a parking lot and smile while practicing marching band fundamentals
Majorettes stand in a parking lot and smile during practice
A boy plays a tuba while standing in a parking lot
A girl plays a saxophone while standing in a parking lot
A girl plays an instrument while standing inside a parking lot
Band students stand in a parking lot and play trombones
Two boys stand in a parking lot and play instruments during a marching band practice
🗓️ This Week ‼️ | Substitute Teacher Hiring Event 📚🎉

JEFCOED Family, don’t forget that this week, Kelly Education is hosting a substitute teacher hiring event for Jefferson County Schools! Head out to Bryant Park Elementary School on Thursday, July 23, 2026, to learn more about how you can make a difference as a substitute teacher! The event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. See you there!
11 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces that Kelly Education will be hosting a substitute teacher hiring event at Bryant Park Elementary School on July 23, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Congratulations are in order for JCIB’s Jaidyn McDuffie, our new Miss Junior High School America! 🎉🌟

Jaidyn won her impressive title this month, which comes with an incredible $10,000 scholarship to the college or university of her choice! She will now spend this year representing the nation while promoting her literacy and mental wellness initiative, “Lit for Life,” as well as the Miss High School America Organization's B.R.A.V.E. (Building Respect and Values for Everyone) program. 👑💛

Jaidyn has many exciting moments in store during her year of service, and we can’t wait to see all she achieves as Miss Junior High School America! Way to go!

📸✨ Photos courtesy of Miss High School America.
11 days ago, JEFCOED
Jaidyn McDuffie wears a crown and smiles while wearing a blue dress on a stage. Confetti falls as she waves.
PowerEDUp and ready to shine! 💡📚

This week, JEFCOED educators, administrators, and district leaders gathered at Fultondale High School for the 2026 PowerEDUp! Tech Conference. Attendees spent the day learning from experts and discovering innovative ways to use technology in their classrooms!

We sincerely thank our Technology Department for organizing this fantastic and informative conference, as well as our wonderful educators for attending!
16 days ago, JEFCOED
Two ladies stand together inside a building and smile for a photo.
Three women stand together for a photo. They smile and pose in front of a photo backdrop with stars and "VIP" written on it. They wear sparkly sunglasses and feather boas.
Two women smile while sitting at a table inside a classroom.
Three women smile for a photo while standing inside a room. Two of the women wear matching CTE shirts.
Three women stand together in a hallway at Fultondale High School. Two of the women hug each other and smile.
Two women pose for a photo inside a school building they stand together and smile.
A woman stands behind a desk and hands another woman a canvas tote with "PowerEDup!" written on it.
A man and two women stand together and smile for a photo while attending the PowerEDUp! tech conference.
A woman stands in front of a classroom of educators and speaks to them as they sit at tables and take notes.
This summer has been filled with countless professional development opportunities for employees throughout our district! ☀️👏

Last week, CTE Specialist Dr. Christopher Shaw and JEFCOED business and finance educators gathered in Washington, D.C. for several days of learning and growth at the NAF Next Conference. We are thrilled to see the valuable information they bring back to our district and Academies of Finance!
16 days ago, JEFCOED
JEFCOED finance instructors and CTE specialist Dr. Chris Shaw pose for as photo outside the Smithsonian American Art Museum.
JEFCOED finance instructors and CTE employees pose for a photo while wearing formal wear at the NAF conference.
CTE Specialist Dr. Christopher Shaw and Center Point High School teacher Dionne Williams pose for a photo while sitting at a table at the NAF Conference.
A woman speaks into a microphone during the 2026 NAF Next Conference.
JEFCOED finance instructors and CTE employees smile for a photo while attending the NAF Next conference.
Students are getting a head start in the classroom during Brighton School's Pre-K ESL Camp! 🐻❤️

With the help of Brighton’s brilliant educators and dedicated student volunteers, these scholars are making big strides before the school year even begins!
17 days ago, JEFCOED
A teacher and a student stand and sit at a table inside a classroom. The teacher helps a student as they build with legos.
A child wearing a Paw Patrol shirt smiles while playing on a playground.
Students sit at a table in a classroom. They play with lego pieces and blocks.
A little boy smiles and holds up a piece of paper that he colored on with crayons.
A teacher throws a basketball while students play around her inside a school gym.
A child smiles while looking through the hole of a playground slide.
An older student helps a younger student build small structures while they sit at a table inside a classroom.
Two boys smile while sitting in a green toy bus on a playground.
A child smiles while holding a toy in his hand. He sits at a table inside a classroom.
After showcasing plenty of spirit and performing some very impressive routines, our students are leaving UCA Camp with several 1st place trophies, loads of ribbons, and memories that will last a lifetime! 📣🏆

Congratulations to our JEFCOED cheerleaders on your outstanding performances at recent UCA Camps! You all have so much to be proud of. 👏
17 days ago, JEFCOED
Clay-Chalkville High School cheerleaders stand together for a photo inside a practice facility. They wear matching cheer uniforms and stand behind several trophies.
JCIB cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a football training facility. They smile and pose behind several trophies.
Oak Grove High School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a football training facility. They wear their cheer uniforms and stand and kneel behind several trophies.
Oak Grove High School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a football training facility. They wear their cheer uniforms and pose behind trophies.
Fultondale High School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a football training facility. They wear their uniforms and stand on the turf.
Fultondale High School cheerleaders stand together for a photo outside a building. They smile and wear their cheer uniforms.
Hueytown High School cheerleaders pose for a photo on a practice field. They wear matching purple cheer uniforms and pose behind several trophies.
Pleasant Grove High School cheerleaders pose for a photo outside a building. They wear purple and yellow practice uniforms.
Pleasant Grove High School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They wear matching purple cheer uniforms and two of the girls hold trophies.
Kindergarten is the place to be! 📚😎

Pinson Elementary School's Kindergarten Camp is off to a fabulous start! We had a blast catching up with future kindergartners as they prepare for the amazing school year ahead! 🎉
18 days ago, JEFCOED
A teacher sits on the floor of a classroom with students. The teacher holds up large cards with letters on them for the students to read.
Students and teachers stand in a classroom and dance to an alphabet music video that's playing on a smart board.
A sign on the wall of Pinson Elementary School says "A told B and B told C, Kindergarten is the place to be." Beside the sign are large balloon decorations made to look like palm trees.
A Pinson Elementary School teacher claps her hands together while dancing to a song inside a classroom.
A teacher holds up the number three while reading a book to students as they all sit on the floor of a classroom.
A little boy smiles while sitting on a colorful rug on the floor of a classroom.
A student sits on a colorful rug on the floor of a classroom and listens to the teacher.
A teacher holds up a piece of paper for students to look at while the children sit on a colorful rug on the floor of the classroom.
JEFCOED Journeys 🌟🐾

Clay-Chalkville High School student Anthony Jenkins spent part of his summer learning about careers in public service through UAB’s Future Public Service Leaders Academy!

“From stepping into a room where he knew no one to confidently presenting his vision, Anthony Jenkins showed what growth looks like.” 👏

We are so proud of Anthony and congratulate him on completing this program! Way to go!

We want to see what you’re up to this summer! Submit your JEFCOED Journey here: https://forms.gle/qHNhtLUctMA4vZBr6
19 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic shares they Anthony Jenkins completed the UAB Future Public Service Leaders Academy.
Day one of Kindergarten Rush at Adamsville Elementary School! ✍️ We can't wait to see what this year has in store for these future Tigers! 💜✨
19 days ago, JEFCOED
A little girl smiles while sitting at a table in front of an Adamsville Elementary School photo backdrop. She holds a large inflatable pencil prop in her hand.
A little boy smiles while sitting at a table in front of an Adamsville Elementary School photo backdrop. He wears a Minor High School hat on his head and points toward it.
A little girl wearing a Minor High School hat sits at a table in front of an Adamsville Elementary School photo backdop and smiles.
A little boy smiles while wearing a Minor High School hat and sitting at a table in front of an Adamsville Elementary School photo backdrop.
A little boy sits at a table in front of an Adamsville Elementary School photo backdrop and holds a large inflatable pencil prop in his hand.
A little boy pretends to write with a large inflatable pencil while sitting at a table in front of a large Adamsville Elementary School photo backdrop.
A little girl smiles for a photo while sitting at a table in front of an Adamsville Elementary School photo backdrop. She wears a Minor High School hat.
Next Week❗️ | Substitute Teacher Hiring Event 📚🍎

Are you ready to make a difference in the field of education? Join us next Thursday (July 23, 2026) for Kelly Education's substitute teacher hiring event!

📍 The event will be held at Bryant Park Elementary School from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. We hope to see you there!
19 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces a substitute teacher hiring event hosted by Kelly Education on Thursday, July 23, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bryant Park Elementary School.