Brighton School

The Jefferson County International Baccalaureate program is currently accepting applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. Click here to view the application. Applications ...

🎭 Applause for Brighton School’s Drama Team! A huge shoutout and round of applause to the Brighton School Drama Team for gifting our entire faculty, staff, and student body w...

Our district is proud to share that Superintendent Dr. Walter B. Gonsoulin has been named a 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Leader . Dr. Gonsoulin is one of only 25 individua...

Superintendent's Message Hello JEFCOED Family, I hope everyone is doing well as we approach mid November. This time of year is particularly busy for our schools and families. ...

The Jefferson County Board of Education will meet in a regular session on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in the board’s office, 2100 18th Street South, Birmingham...

Students' passion and talents were on display during The Exceptional Art Show on Thursday. Selected out of hundreds of submissions, the finalists were honored with a reception an...

From lively mariachi band performances to vibrant art displays and festivals, JEFCOED had a wonderful time celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! We encourage you to take a look ...

BRIGHTON, AL – Brighton School successfully concluded its annual Hispanic Heritage Festival this weekend, an event widely lauded for its vibrant cultural showcase and strong c...

🎉 Congratulations to the 2025-2026 Brighton School Peer Helpers! 🤝 We are thrilled to announce the selection of our new Peer Helpers for the 2025-2026 school year! A huge cong...

We are excited to share that the Jefferson County Schools Education Foundation will host its inaugural Winter Wonderland Gala and Silent Auction this December. This elegant even...

Superintendent's Message JEFCOED Family, Happy October! Hard to believe but the first nine weeks ends next Friday, October 10th. Parents, you can be looking for report cards t...

Please join Jefferson County Schools in celebrating our incredible principals during National Principals Month. Our educational leaders are the heartbeat of our schools, going a...

It’s Official: Brighton School Announces 2025-2026 PTA Officials! Brighton School is delighted to announce the newly elected officials for the Parent Teacher Association (PTA)...

JEFCOED is proud to partner with the Hope for Autumn Foundation for Give Hope Day again this year. On Thursday, Sept. 25, you're encouraged to wear yellow or gold to raise awaren...

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, JEFCOED family! We are excited to celebrate the culture, traditions, and contributions made by Hispanic and Latino communities! Our JEFCOED schools...

Dear JEFCOED Family, This Attendance Awareness Month, we are excited to announce our Trick-or-Treat Attendance Challenge for students in elementary and intermediate classes! ...

Superintendent's Message Hello JEFCOED Family, We have had a great start to the school year! We are about three weeks into the new school year, and the energy in the schools ...

JEFCOED TV is excited to bring you gameday action LIVE all season long! Tune in on Fridays starting at 6:40 p.m. to watch our pre-game show, Game of the Week, and band performance...

As the first day of school approaches, many students may be experiencing a mix of excitement and nervousness. To help ease those "first day jitters," Jefferson County Schools is s...

Jefferson County Schools has qualified as a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) district, which means we will offer free breakfast and lunch to all students enrolled in in-pers...