Somebunny made an exciting visit to the Burkett Center!🐰💙 The day was filled with smiles, laughter, and of course, egg-hunting!🥚✨
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
A person in a bunny costume poses next to a child outside. The child smiles and sits in a wheelchair.
A person in a bunny costume sits outside and smiles at a child. The child wears a t-shirt with peeps on them and sits in a wheelchair.
A person in a bunny costume sits outside at a picnic table and poses for a photo with a student.
A person in a bunny costume stands with a child outside at a playground. The child stands and holds onto a walker.
A person in a bunny costume sits at a picnic table and poses with a student. The student wears a green shirt and black pants and smiles.
A person in a bunny costume sits on a bench outdoors next to an adult and child. All of them smile.
A person in a bunny costume sits next to a child at a picnic table. The child wears a pink shirt and jeans and uses a mobility aid.
Let's hear it for our Read Across JEFCOED champions!👏🎉

Warrior Elementary School students took home the top spot in our district-wide reading challenge, and these fabulous students and educators played a key role in helping them secure first place! Meet our highest scoring class and individual readers!

Highest scoring class: Ms. Ross | 1st grade | 44,008 minutes read

Top five student readers: Jett Johnson | 1st grade | 6,492 minutes read
Cora Thomas | 1st grade | 6,075 minutes read
Opal Padgett | 4th grade | 4,885 minutes read
Michael Fowler | 2nd grade | 4,784 minutes read
Frankie Doganiero (Not pictured) | 1st grade | 4,490 minutes read

Top five adult readers: Ms. Harris | 14,506 minutes read
Ms. Michaelis (Not pictured) | 4,764 minutes read
Ms. McCombs | 4,500 minutes read
Ms. Amber Riddle | 3,985
Ms. Horn | 3,909

Congratulations to Warrior Elementary on a job well done! Keep up the amazing work!👏
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Students and a teacher stand and sit inside a classroom and pose for a photo. The children and adult all smile. Two of the children hold up a banner with a graphic of a trophy on it.
Four students stand together for a photo inside a school hallway. Two of the children hold up a trophy with a stuffed animal bean inside of it.
Four teachers stand together for a photo inside a school hallway. All of the teachers smile. Two of the teachers hold up a trophy with a toy bean inside.
Two students read books inside a colorful classroom. One of the students sits at a table and the other sits in a chair.
Three students sit on a blanket on the floor of a classroom and read books.
A student sits in a classroom and reads a chapter book.
Let's hear it for Bragg Middle School's Kennedy McAnnally!🏌️‍♀️✨

Kennedy recently played up with the Gardendale High School golf team, and gave quite an impressive performance during the tournament! She took home first place among the GHS golfers and 8th place overall! Please help us congratulate Kennedy on her exciting achievement!🎉
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Kennedy McAnnally smiles for a photo while standing on a golf course. She wears a Gardendale High School golf polo.
Kennedy McAnnally holds a golf club while standing at an outdoor golf course. She gets ready to hit the golf ball.
Kennedy McAnnally gets ready to put while competing at an outdoor golf course. Other golfers stand around her.
Kennedy McAnnally gets ready to hit a golf ball with a golf club while competing at an outdoor course. Other golfers stand near her.
All Blue💙🐾 It was a special morning at the Clay-Chalkville High School field house! Today, football players and coaches were presented with copies of "All Blue," Gary Lloyd's book detailing the team's pursuit of the 2025 State Championship! We appreciate Mr. Lloyd for documenting the Cougars' exciting football season, and for sharing his work with Clay-Chalkville's players and coaches.
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
CCHS football coach Stuart Floyd poses next to Gary Lloyd for a photo in the school’s field house. They both hold copies of the book “All Blue: A Season of Leadership, Legacy, and Lessons Learned."
A CCHS football player reads a copy of All Blue: A Season of Leadership, Legacy, and Lessons Learned while sitting in the field house
A man stands at a podium in the CCHS field house and speaks to football players
A man hands a Clay-Chalkville High School football player a book inside the school’s field house
A CCHS football player reads a copy of All Blue: A Season of Leadership, Legacy, and Lessons Learned while sitting in the school’s field house
Students sit in the CCHS field house and reads copies of “All Blue: A Season of Leadership, Legacy, and Lessons Learned"
Gary Lloyd hands a CCHS football player a book while they stand in the school’s field house
CCHS football players hold up copies of “All Blue: A Season of Leadership, Legacy, and Lessons Learned"

Celebrating Autism Awareness Day at Erwin Middle School❤️🦅

In a beautiful show of support, the Eagles proudly held an awareness walk around their campus today! It warms our hearts to see our JEFCOED family show up and advocate for their friends with autism!

about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Erwin Middle School students walk outside the school and hold a sign that says "Autism Awareness We All Belong Today We Walk Together Erwin Middle School."
Students walk outside of Erwin Middle School. They walk on the sidewalk outside a large mural of an Eagle and an American flag.
Students walk outside of Erwin Middle School. Two students in the front of the picture smile. One of the students holds up a peace sign.
A group of teachers smile for a photo while participating in an Autism Awareness Day walk outside Erwin Middle School.
Two woman smile while walking outside of Erwin Middle School. Students walk behind them.
Panthers vs. Rockets | Tonight on JEFCOED TV 🎥⚽️

Join us for all the excitement as Pelham and Gardendale High Schools face off on the soccer field! The girls game begins at 5:30, and the boys will follow at 7:30. Find out how to watch below! ⬇️

📺JEFCOED TV App: Watch on your phone or download on Roku, Amazon Fire, or Apple TV
📲Social Media: Watch on our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or at jefcoed.com/tv
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces JEFCOED TV's live coverage of the soccer game between Pelham High School and Gardendale High School. The girls game is at 5:30 p.m. and the boys game is at 7:30 p.m.
Happy World Autism Awareness day!🌎❤️ Today and everyday, let’s recognize and celebrate the talents, skills, and strength of our JEFCOED Family members with Autism!
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Graphic says “Celebrating World Autism Awareness Day"
Corner High School students recently made an 🐣eggs-tra🐣 special delivery to Jasper's Shadescrest Health Care Center!

Through the school's Adopt-a-Grandparent project, students delivered baskets with candy and other items to each resident at the center. We know these students spread plenty of hoppy-ness🐰✨ through this beloved project and we appreciate their hard work!
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Corner High School students stand for a photo and smile outside a nursing home. The students hold care packages they put together for the residents.
Students unload care packages from a school bus while standing outside a nursing home.
Corner High School students and employees stand for a photo and smile outside a nursing home. In front of the students are care packages they put together for the residents.
Corner High School students smile for a photo while standing inside a nursing home. They hold baskets of treats that they're giving out to the residents.

Pathways to Purpose week is underway at the Jefferson County Counseling & Learning Center!🎉

All week long, students are meeting professionals from a variety of fascinating industries to hear how their roles shape our communities.

We sincerely appreciate each guest for taking the time to share with our students! We know these inspiring conversations will help them plan and navigate their exciting futures!👏

about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
A woman speaks to a classroom of students.
Bessemer Police Officers stand in a classroom and speak.
Irondale Mayor James Stewart speaks to a classroom of students.
A woman wearing a bright pink dress smiles while she addresses a classroom of students.
A man wearing a suit speaks to a classroom of students.
Two women wearing ACIPCO shirts speak to a classroom of studnets.
Happy National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! 💫🎉

We have some of the BEST paraprofessionals here at JEFCOED! From their positive attitudes to their constant support, these individuals truly help our district shine!💙
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Graphic has photos of JEFCOED Paraprofessionals posing with students. Text on the graphic says "Thank you for helping our district shine! Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!"
Getting fired up for reading!🚒📖

We want to give a big-shout out to the Irondale Fire Department for reading to students at Grantswood Community School this week! Initiatives like their FIRE (Firefighters Igniting Reading Excitement) Program help students grow their love of literature AND connect with community heroes! We appreciate all the department does to bond with and inspire our students.💫
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
An Irondale Firefighter reads to a group of students. The firefighter sits on a stool and the students sit on the floor.
A firefighter stands in a school library and speaks to students as they sit on the floor.
A firefighter sits on a stool and reads a book to a group of children inside a library. The students sit on the floor in front of the firefighter.
Happy Arts Education Month!🎭🎨

We are proud to share that two members of our JEFCOED Family, Ms. Shelly Bailey, Arts Supervisor, and Mr. Jack Vest, art teacher at McCalla Elementary School, were present as Governor Kay Ivey declared March Arts Education Month.

Governor Ivey’s proclamation says the arts are “an essential part of a comprehensive education,” and we couldn’t agree more. This month, we celebrate our incredible student artists and the amazing educators who help them pursue their passions.👏
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Teachers and educational leaders stand together for a photo inside a room. They stand behind Alabama Governor Kay Ivey as she sits at a table and holds a pen.
Way to go, Ms. Isom!🍎🎉 Please help us congratulate Clay Elementary School teacher, Ms. Joy Isom, on receiving a $1,000 One Class at a Time Grant!📚🐾

Ms. Isom is incredibly deserving of this recognition, and we are thrilled to see how her students will benefit from this award! Head to this link to hear from Ms. Isom and to watch the moment she received her grant!🎥💙
https://www.cbs42.com/birmingham-community/one-class-at-a-time/3rd-grade-clay-elementary-school-teacher-awarded-1000-one-class-at-a-time-grant/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQ3aG1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF0dDBLVXRtOFJ1S3dRY0t4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHt79BgFbL5bdlm47ooaWqWmCZen0-8JUQGdtSeuTCBwHuKDpvL7Xl5R6ojGT_aem_tAE005LG4lk2a0teVZaxew
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Clay Elementary School teacher Ms. Joy Isom walks into a classroom and smiles. Principal Dr. Jacqnaii Finkley walks in behind her and smiles too. Students stand in the classroom and clap for Ms. Isom. A man also stands in the classroom and smiles while holding a big check.
⚽️🎥 Pinson Valley Vs. McAdory Soccer | Live on JEFCOED TV

Join JEFCOED TV for live coverage of Tuesday's action-packed soccer games between Pinson Valley High School and McAdory High School!🎉 Our cameras will be rolling when the girls hit the field at 5:30 p.m. The boys teams will follow at 7:30 p.m.

Where to watch:
📺JEFCOED TV App: Watch on your phone or download on Roku, Amazon Fire, or Apple TV
📲Social Media: Watch on our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or at jefcoed.com/tv
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces JEFCOED TV's live coverage of the girls and boys soccer games between Pinson Valley High School and McAdory High School on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The girls game is at 5:30 p.m. and the boys game is at 7:30 p.m.
Playing ball on historical turf. ⚾⚾⚾ Today, the Fultondale Wildcats and Shades Valley Mounties faced off at Rickwood Field -- where baseball legends once played, including Willie Mays, Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, and Hank Aaron. For the Mounties, this is Year 4 of the Rickwood Classic, but for Coach Darryl Dunbar of Shades Valley High School, it’s a homecoming. Before leading the next generation, he played ball at Rickwood during his high school days.
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
A Fultondale High School baseball player stands at home plate ready to take a swing, while the catcher and umpire look on. They are participating in the 4th Annual Rickwood Classic at Historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, AL.
Shades Valley High School Baseball players sit along the fence and talk during the 4th Annual Rickwood Classic at Historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, AL.
Five players from the Fultondale High School baseball team hand over the fence and make hand signals at the camera during the 4th Annual Rickwood Classic at Historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, AL.
A pitcher for the Fultondale High School Baseball team pitches a ball during the 4th Annual Rickwood Classic at Historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, AL.
Coaches from the Fultondale High School and the Shades Valley High School baseball teams meet with the umpires on the pitchers mound during the 4th Annual Rickwood Classic at Historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, AL.
A Shades Valley High School baseball player with the number 25 on his jersey swings a bat during the 4th Annual Rickwood Classic at Historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, AL. The catcher from Fultondale High School looks up in to the air to track the ball.
A player from the Fultondale High School baseball team looks onto the field during the 4th Annual Rickwood Classic at Historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, AL. He appears to be hot and is wearing his baseball cap. Other players are behind him.
A Shades Valley High School baseball pitcher winds up for a throw during the 4th Annual Rickwood Classic at Historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, AL. In the background you can see historical advertisements lining the walls of the field.
Two Fultondale High School baseball players walk towards each other with a hand out, preparing to high five.
The Shades Valley high school baseball team looks on from the dugout as one of their teammates is up to bat. They are participating in the 4th Annual Rickwood Classic at Historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, AL.
👋Hey JEFCOED Family! This is a friendly reminder that all schools and offices will be closed March 23-27, 2026 for Spring Break.☀️😎 We look forward to seeing everyone back in school on March 30!

We hope you and your families have a wonderful and safe Spring Break!
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Graphic is a reminder of JEFCOED's Spring Break. It is scheduled for March 23-27, 2026. Students return on Monday, March 30, 2026.
On this first day of Spring, we’re continuing to celebrate our #JEFCOEDStrong employees! 🌸☀️ We want to give a huge congratulations to our third nine weeks winner, Teresa Smith! 🎉💫
​The third nine weeks theme is “Springing Into Action!” — recognizing strong initiatives and fresh perspectives across the District. Teresa embodies this perfectly! As a Federal Programs Staff Accountant, Teresa is dedicated, knowledgeable, professional, and ready to jump into action. But her colleagues say what truly sets her apart is her grace!
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
A woman laughs while holding up pink balloons, a pink gift bag, and a certificate.
Two women give each other a side hug and smile widely at the camera. The woman on the left side of the image is being presented an award by the woman on the right side of the image.
A close up image of a woman walking up to receive an award. The crowd is clapping in the background.
Teresa Smith holds up her award for the JEFCOED Strong Award. She is smiling at the camera.
A woman walks up to receive an award while her colleagues clap behind her.
Graphic reads, "JEFCOED Strong, Springing Into Action, Congratulations, Teresa Smith, JEFCOED Central Office. The graphic has a spring theme with blue skies and yellow flowers in the background.
Celebrating excellence in education!🏆✨

JEFCOED TV is proud to bring you live coverage of the 2026 Teacher of the Year Awards Banquet!🎥🎉

Tune in Thursday, March 19, 2026, as our new elementary and secondary Teachers of the Year are announced. Our live broadcast will begin at 6:20 p.m. We hope you’ll join us for all the excitement!

📺How to watch:
▶️JEFCOED TV App: Download on Roku, Amazon Fire, or Apple TV
📲Online: Watch on our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or at jefcoed.com/tv
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announced JEFCOED TV will have a live broadcast of the JEFCOED Teacher of the Year banquet. The broadcast will begin at 6:20 p.m. on March 19, 2026.
Major things happening behind the mic!🎙️✨

Irondale Middle School’s brand new podcast team recently interviewed Mr. Charles Woods III from the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute! He discussed local history with the students, as well as the importance of BCRI’s work in our community.

🎧You can listen to their conversation now by heading over to Irondale Middle School’s Facebook page!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Two adults and a group of students stand together and take a selfie. They stand in a room that has a table in the middle with podcast equipment on it.
Four adults stand together for a photo and smile. They stand in the Irondale Middle School hallway.
Students at Hueytown Primary School were lucky enough to see some incredible Irish dancing last week! ☘️✨

Westwood Irish Dance – Drake Birmingham put on special performances, even featuring one of Hueytown Primary’s own students! These classes had a great time watching the routines and also got to learn a few steps themselves! Thank you to everyone who made this visit possible!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Two girls and an adult teach Irish dancing to a group of students in the Hueytown Primary School gym.
A girl performs an Irish dance inside a school gym. The girl wears an all black outfit with a sparkly green headband and dance shoes.
Students stand in lines in a school gym and learn a dance routine.
A large group of students stand in a gym and learn a dance.