Brighton School

Brighton School

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.
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.
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!
9 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.
🗓️ 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.
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.
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.
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!
20 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.
Meet the Teacher is scheduled for Sunday, August 9th from 3pm-5pm.
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Brighton's 2026-2027 Supply List
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Wonderful new beginnings underway at Brighton School! 🌟🐻

The first day of Kindergarten Camp was full of excitement, with students taking a tour of their school, participating in math and reading lessons, and even enjoying recess! The school year hasn’t even started yet, and already, these students are taking big steps forward. The future is looking BRIGHT for these soon-to-be kindergartners! 👏
25 days ago, JEFCOED
A teacher smiles and gives a child a high five while they sit at a table inside a classroom.
Children sit on the floor of a classroom and listen during a lesson.
A girl blows bubbles while standing on a sidewalk outside.
A girl dances and smiles while standing inside a classroom.
A boy writes on a piece of paper while sitting at a table with a teacher inside a classroom.
A teacher speaks to a child and points at a piece of paper while they sit at a table inside a classroom.
A boy jump ropes down the sidewalk while playing outside.
A girl blows bubbles while standing outside.
A girl smiles while standing on a sidewalk outside.
Laying the groundwork for a successful school year! 📚💫 This week, members of JEFCOED’s Continuous Improvement Leadership Team are all under one roof, collaborating and reviewing data as we prepare for the upcoming school year! We appreciate their dedication to our students and celebrate all the hard work they’re putting in. 👏
26 days ago, JEFCOED
Educators and administrators sit at desks in a classroom and listen to speakers
A man stands at a smart board and speaks to a group of educators and administrators as they sit at desks and listen
A woman stands at the front of a classroom and speaks to a group of educators and administrators as they sit at desks
A woman stands at the front of a classroom and speaks to educators and administrators as they sit at desks
A man takes notes on paper while sitting at a desk in a classroom.
A woman addresses a room of administrators
Administrators sit at desks in a classroom and listen to a speaker
Educators and administrators sit at desks inside a classroom
Educators smile while sitting at desks in a classroom during professional development
Women sit in chairs in an auditorium and take notes as a speaker talks
Happy 4th of July, JEFCOED Family! We hope you have a fun and safe holiday weekend! 🎉🌟
29 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic wishes students, families, and employees of Jefferson County Schools a happy Independence Day.
Making a splash at SOAR! ☀️🚒

We want to give a big shoutout to the Brighton Fire Department for helping students from Brighton School and Lipscomb Elementary School finish SOAR in an unforgettable way! We're so proud of the work these scholars put in and LOVE seeing them soak up all the summer time fun!
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
A student smiles while running barefoot through water on pavement. Students play in the falling water behind him.
Two girls smile for a photo while standing outdoors. They are completely soaked with water after a water day outside.
A firefighter sprays water from his fire truck for children to play in outdoors.
A boy smiles while standing outside on grass. His clothes and hair are soaked with water from a water play day.
A child smiles while running through water that's being sprayed through the air outdoors.
A child runs through water as it's being sprayed through the air outdoors.
Children play in water outdoors as it's being sprayed from above.
Children play in water as it's being sprayed through the air outdoors.
👋 Hey JEFCOED Family! This is a friendly reminder that all schools and offices will be closed Thursday, July 2, and Friday, July 3, 2026, for Independence Day. We look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday, July 6, 2026. Enjoy your holiday weekend! 🎉
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces that Jefferson County Schools will be closed July 2nd and 3rd, 2026 for Independence Day.

Brighton Family! Get ready to meet the incredible leaders stepping up to make the 2026-2027 school year our absolute best one yet! ✨Please join us in welcoming Brighton School's PTA Executive Board:
🌟 President: Nikki Wilder
🌟 Vice President: Adriana Vidal
🌟 Treasurer: Natelie Averhart
🌟 Secretary: Camille Broadnax
These phenomenal parents are bringing the energy, the passion, and a whole lot of fun to our community. From epic school events to supporting our amazing teachers and students, they are ready to roll up their sleeves and make magic happen! 🚀 Want to get involved? A new school year means new opportunities to make a difference! Keep an eye out for our first meeting dates!

about 1 month ago, Brighton School
Brighton School PTA President Nikki Wilder
Brighton School PTA Vice President Adriana Vidal
Brighton School PTA Treasurer Natelie Averhart
Brighton School PTA Secretary Camille Broadnax
Brighton School PTA President Nikki Wilder in spanish
Brighton School PTA Vice President Adriana Vidal in spanish
Brighton School PTA Treasurer Natelie Averhart in spanish
Brighton School PTA Secretary Camille Broadnax in spanish
🐻Welcome to the Team, Stormie Payne!
Brighton School is thrilled to officially welcome Stormie Payne as our new Assistant Principal!
Ms. Payne brings a wealth of dedication, passion, and educational expertise to our community. We are incredibly excited for the leadership, positive energy, and fresh perspectives she will bring to our students, staff, and families.
Please join us in giving Assistant Principal Payne a warm Brighton School welcome! We look forward to a fantastic school year ahead together.
about 1 month ago, Brighton School
🌟 Welcome to the Team, Stormie Payne! 🌟 Brighton School is thrilled to officially welcome Stormie Payne as our new Assistant Principal! Stormie brings a wealth of dedication, passion, and educational expertise to our community. We are incredibly excited for the leadership, positive energy, and fresh perspectives she will bring to our students, staff, and families. Please join us in giving Assistant Principal Payne a warm Brighton School welcome! We look forward to a fantastic school year ahead together.
🌟 ¡Bienvenida al equipo, Stormie Payne! 🌟 ¡En Brighton School estamos encantados de dar la bienvenida oficial a Stormie Payne como nuestra nueva subdirectora! Stormie aporta una gran dedicación, pasión y experiencia educativa a nuestra comunidad. Nos entusiasma enormemente el liderazgo, la energía positiva y las nuevas perspectivas que aportará a nuestros estudiantes, al personal y a las familias. ¡Acompáñennos a dar una cálida bienvenida a la subdirectora Payne a Brighton School! Esperamos con ilusión un año escolar fantástico para todos.
📌🗓️ JEFCOED Family, this is a reminder that the Signature Academy Late Application Window closes NEXT WEEK on Wednesday, July 1, 2026!

⁉️ Why apply? Signature Academies offer students hands-on, career-focused learning experiences in the fields they’re interested in. Participating in this coursework prepares them for a successful future in the workforce, at college, and other postsecondary pathways.

🔗 For more information and to access the application, click here: https://www.jefcoed.com/o/jcs/page/signature-academies
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces the JEFCOED Signature Academy late application window closes on July 1, 2026.
Today we celebrate freedom and the strength of those who came before us. ❤️ Happy Juneteenth, JEFCOED Family!
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Graphic celebrates the Juneteenth holiday.
👋 Hey JEFCOED Family! This is a reminder that all schools and offices will be closed Thursday, June 18 and Friday, June 19, 2026, in commemoration of Juneteenth. We look forward to seeing everyone back on campus Monday, June 22, 2026. Enjoy your holiday weekend!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces all JEFCOED schools and offices will be closed on June 18 and 19 for Juneteenth.
Take a look at these summer learning ROCKSTARS! 🎸✨

SOAR students from Brighton School and Lipscomb Elementary School are taking center stage as they make big gains in the classroom! Way to go, everyone! 👏
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
A little boy dressed in a rockstar themed outfit poses for a photo. He smiles and stands in a school while holding a guitar prop.
A teacher leads a lesson inside a classroom. Students sit on the floor and listen. The teacher wears a Beatles themed shirt.
A woman poses for a photo inside a room. She holds up the rock and roll symbol with her hand and wears an Aerosmith shirt.
A woman smiles for a photo inside a school office. She wears a Def Lepard shirt and leopard print pants.
A woman signs "I love you" with her hand and poses for a photo inside a school hallway. She smiles and wears an AC/DC shirt.