Please join us in Congratulating Mr. Jason Shubert on receiving a JEFCOED Strong Award for the second nine weeks!
Congratulations on this recognition, Mr. Shubert! It is well deserved!#JEFOEDStrong #JacketPride
6 days ago, Cheryl Reed
Jason Shubert
The Yellowjackets have been busy spreading holiday spirit throughout their community!✨🎄

During Corner High School’s 2nd annual Adopt a Grandparent event, the school sponsored 30 residents of a local nursing home and handed out more than 100 stockings to residents.💛

We appreciate Corner High’s counseling department for sponsoring such a wonderful program and extend our gratitude to everyone who helped make this event come to life!
8 days ago, JEFCOED
A group of women stand together and smile while loading boxes into a school bus.
A group of women stand outside a school and load boxes into a school bus.
A group of women and a man stand together for a photo outside a building with a wreath on the wall.
A group of women and a man smile in a selfie taken on a school bus.
Corner High School brought holiday cheer to a whole new level today!❄️🎄

Exceptional Education students from throughout our district had a blast at Jingle Bell Rock! Students met Santa and elves, raced through obstacle courses with the Grinch, enjoyed indoor snowball fights, and much, much more! So many wonderful memories were created today, and we sincerely appreciate Corner’s student and staff volunteers, along with the Exceptional Education Department, for making this fun event possible.🎉

We also want to say a big thank you to Hueytown High School, which hosted its Jingle Bell Rock earlier this week! These events bring our students so much joy, and that makes us JEFCOED Proud!💙
13 days ago, JEFCOED
A student gives a person in a Grinch costume a high five while inside a school gym.
A student holds snowballs made of fabric while playing in a school gym.
A student wearing a santa hat and face paint smiles for a photo while standing inside a school gym.
A student throws snowballs made of fabric inside a school gym.
An elementary student and a high school student smile for a photo while doing arts and crafts inside a school gym.
An elementary student and a high schooler run through a banner during an obstacle course set up in a school gym.
An elementary student and a high schooler run through a banner during an obstacle course set up in a school gym.
A high school student does face paint on an elementary school student while inside a school gym.
A student wearing a santa hat runs through an obstacle course set up inside a school gym.
A person in a Grinch costume runs through an obstacle course set up inside a school gym.
Congratulations to Coach Jason Doss!
We are proud to share that Coach Doss has been named the 5A Assistant Coach of the Year! This honor is truly well-deserved.
Coach Doss serves as the Offensive Coordinator for the Yellow Jackets and has been a dedicated coach for Corner High School for many years. He is an outstanding coach, a strong leader, and a tremendous role model for all of our students.
Corner High School is proud of Coach Doss and all he has accomplished. Congratulations, Coach—thank you for all you do for our athletes and our community! 🖤💛
16 days ago, Cheryl Reed
Jason Doss
Congratulations to Gina Anderson who recently achieved her MOC (Maintenance of Certificate) with her National Board Certification.

Holding National Board Certification is a rare distinction achieved by less than 4% of teachers nationwide, and keeping it active requires a relentless commitment to professional growth. This accomplishment demonstrates not just advanced expertise, but a career-long dedication to ensuring her students receive the best education possible.
Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Anderson on this outstanding professional milestone!
16 days ago, Cheryl Reed
Mrs. Gina Anderson
#GoodThingsHappening! Last week, Corner High School’s concert band and UAB’s symphonic band combined their talents to put on a beautiful fall concert!🎵🍂 We’re so grateful our students were able to participate in such a unique opportunity, and applaud them for their wonderful performance! Thank you to UAB Bands for making this possible!
Click here to see their performance: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1JUKkBBWgf/
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Corner High School students play trombones on a stage.
Corner High School students play clarinets on a stage.
Corner High School's band director leads the band during a performance in a school auditorium.
Our district was well-represented at the 2025 Jefferson County Farmers Federation Farm City Banquet!👏 Please help us recognize the following participants and winners for their achievements! These students worked very hard on their submissions, and it brings us great joy to see their work recognized! Congratulations! FFA Programs: -Corner High School – Teacher: Alan Thomas -Mortimer Jordan High School – Teacher: Joshua Tubbs -Oak Grove High School – Teacher: Ronald Harris Farm-City Student Contest Winners: K–3 Poster Category -1st: Jackson Belcher – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) -2nd: Lily Grace Bridier – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) -3rd: Jovi Edwards – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) -3rd (tie): Ruthie Armstrong – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) 4–6 Poster Category -1st: Kase Riley – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) -2nd: Catie Kilgore – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Jennifer Harris) -3rd: Axel Fernandez – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) Essay Category -1st: Alexas Hicks – Corner High School (Teacher: Erika Armstrong) -2nd: Zach Doty – Corner High School (Teacher: Erika Armstrong) Video Category -Winner: Emily McDaniel – Corner High School (Teacher: Erika Armstrong)
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
A group of students stand together in a banquet hall for a photo with JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin.
A group of students stand together in a banquet hall for a photo with JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin.
A group of students and an adult stand together in a banquet hall for a photo with JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin.
A child and a woman stand together in front of a hand-made poster and smile for a photo.
JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin smiles and stands next to two students for a photo.
A woman and a girl stand together for a photo in front of a poster.
A woman and a girl stand together for a photo in front of a poster.
A woman and a boy stand together for a photo in front of a poster.
A woman and a student stand together for a photo. They both hold awards in their hands
A woman and a student stand together for a photo. They both hold awards in their hands
We have an exciting weekend ahead!🎶👏 You’re invited to our All County Band Festival this Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at Gardendale High School!

This free performance begins at 11 a.m. and will feature the talents of middle and high school band members from throughout our district. They’ve been hard at work rehearsing for the big show and are ready to put on an outstanding performance! We hope to see you there!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Image is a graphic with text over a cream colored background. The text says "Jefferson County School District Presents All County Band Festival Celebrating Our County's Finest Young Musicians! Saturday Nov. 8, 2025"
JEFCOED All County Band members rehearse on a stage.
JEFCOED All County Band members rehearse in a band room.
JEFCOED All County Band members rehearse in a band room.
October is National Principals Month, and we're shouting out the best of the best----Mrs. Pam Dennis! Thank you for all the ways you lead, support, and inspire us every day!
about 2 months ago, Cheryl Reed
Mrs. Pam Dennis
Students made a "We Love You " Mrs. Dennis banner and they all signed it!
There was no short supply of stellar dance moves and cool costumes at this year’s Monster Mash!👻🎃 The annual event brings together middle and high school Exceptional Education students for a day filled with Halloween fun! We appreciate all of our student volunteers and educators who make this awesome event possible year after year!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Two women in bumble bee costumes pose with a child in a Super Grover costume in a school gym.
A man in a fencing costume poses with a boy in a Spider-Man costume
A group of students stand together and pose for a photo in a school gym.
Two students dressed in costumes stand for a photo in a school gym. One student is wearing a football jersey and the other student is wearing a police officer costume
Two students dance together in a school gym. One is wearing a pumpkin costume
Students dance together in a school gym
Two students pose together for a photo in a school gym
Two students stand together for a photo in a school gym. One student is wearing a scary Halloween mask. The other student is dressed like a can of Coca-Cola
A student dances in a school gym
An adult wearing a referee costume poses for a photo with students wearing sports uniforms. One student is dressed like a basketball player, one is dressed like a baseball player and another student is dressed as a football player.
State bound!!👏📣 We want to congratulate several of our JEFCOED middle and high school cheer teams for receiving bids to state during last week’s Central North Super Regionals!

Not only did these teams secure their spot in the state competition, but just days later, some also competed in UCA Regionals, earning bids to UCA Nationals!
We're so proud of each of you! Congratulations!🎉

State qualifiers:
Corner Middle School
North Jefferson Middle School
Clay-Chalkville High School
Corner High School
Hueytown High School
Oak Grove High School
Mortimer Jordan High School
Pinson Valley High School
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Corner Middle School cheerleaders pose together for a photo on a green cheer mat inside an arena.
North Jefferson Middle School cheerleaders and three adults pose togehter for a picture. Cheerleaders in the middle hold a piece of paper and a trophy.
Clay-Chalkville High School cheerleaders stand together for a photo in front of a sign that says "AHSAA"
Corner High School cheerleaders stand and sit together for a photo.
Hueytown High School cheerleaders stand together for a photo.
Oak Grove High School cheerleaders stand together for a photo.
Mortimer Jordan High School cheerleaders stand and sit together for a photo. They're on a green mat.
Pinson Valley cheerleaders pose together for a photo. One cheerleader in the middle holds a piece of paper in her hands.
The JEFCOED Strong Award celebrates excellence across our schools and recognizes those who lead with innovation, solve problems creatively, and inspire growth in our schools!

CHS is excited to recognize Amanda Combs who truly embraces the theme: "Game On."
2 months ago, Cheryl Reed
The JEFCOED Strong Award celebrates excellence across our schools and recognizes those who lead with innovation, solve problems creatively, and inspire growth in our schools! CHS is excited to recognize Amanda Combs who truly embraces the theme: "Game On."
We appreciate each student who attended our first Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council meeting of the year! During these meetings, student representatives from throughout our district participate in thought-provoking conversations with Dr. Gonsoulin. These discussions are invaluable and allow us to continue growing as a district. Thank you again to everyone who participated!
3 months ago, JEFCOED
JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin stands in a library and talks to children. The students sit at tables in the library. Some have their hands raised.
JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin stands in a library and talks to students. The students are sitting at tables.
JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin stands in a room and talks to students who are sitting at tables.
JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin stands next to a student. Both are smiling at the camera.
Today is School Custodian Appreciation Day, and we hope you'll join us in celebrating our outstanding custodians here at JEFCOED!🎉
These heroes not only ensure students and teachers spend their days in clean, safe environments, but also spread positivity throughout their schools. We appreciate all they do to help our district thrive! When you see your school custodian today, be sure to tell them thank you!
3 months ago, JEFCOED
The image is a graphic with text that reads "JEFCOED Honoring the Unsung Heroes of Cleanliness and Order thank you for all you do! Happy Custodian Appreciation Day" The background of the graphic has bubbles, a mop and cleaning supplies on it.
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!
4 months 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"
Our Back to School Conference is in the books!📚 We want to give a huge thank you to our educators and administrators for making today such a success! You are laying the foundation for a wonderful school year, and it’s clear that “Alabama has something to say!” We can’t wait to see our classrooms filled up again in just a few short days!
5 months ago, JEFCOED
A group of people stand in a room and talk to each other.
A man and a woman stand together and smile
A large group of people sit in an auditorium
A man stands on a stage and talks
New Teacher Orientation ✏️📘👏 We're so excited to greet our new educators and officially bring them into the JEFCOED family! You're joining a district committed to Inspiring Change and Creating Impact, one student at a time. We're so glad you're here!

Special thanks to Leslie Chatta and Shernell Lewis, our 2025-2026 Teachers of the Year, for sharing powerful words of encouragement and inspiration. We're also grateful to Gardendale High School, along with our many staff and volunteers who helped make the day such a success!
5 months ago, JEFCOED
School employees greeting educators at a registration desk.
Jefferson County School District drawstring bag on a registration table
Teachers signing in at a registration table for New Teacher Orientation.
Two school leaders smiling for the camera.
Two educators giving each other a hug across the shoulders.
Superintendent Dr. Walter Gonsoulin speaking on stage during New Teacher Orientation.
Teachers walking and visiting in a hallway.
Shernell Lewis holding a microphone and presenting onstage.
Leslie Chatta holding a microphone and presenting on stage.
Leslie Chatta and Shernell Lewis posing for a picture with greenery behind them.
Behind the scenes of Birmingham High School Football Media Days!📸🎥
As the season quickly approaches, our teams are speaking with news outlets about what we can expect once they hit the field!
In total, there are more than 40 schools from the Birmingham metro area participating in Media Days!
We’re getting fired up for football season and can't wait to see our talented teams in action!🏈🎉
5 months ago, JEFCOED
Two men sit, facing toward each other. One man holds two microphones in the direction of the other man.
Four students wearing matching polo shirts and khaki pants walk onto a stage.
Two men sit in a room, facing each other. A camera on a tripod sits next to the two men.

🎉JEFCOED was well-represented during AHSAA’s North-South All-Star week!🎉

Congratulations to our talented athletes and coach for being selected for this elite group!

🥎Softball - Anna Kate Smith, Corner High School
⚽Boys Soccer - Wyatt Chandler, Gardendale High School
🏀Boys Basketball - Jeremy Chatman, Shades Valley High School
🏀Girls Basketball - Zoey Little, Shades Valley High School
⚾Baseball Coach - Ryan Keedy, Gardendale High School

📷Photos courtesy of AHSAA, Shades Valley High School, Gardendale High School Athletics, and Gardendale High School Soccer 📷

5 months ago, JEFCOED
Photo of girl wearing a softball glove, holding a softball. Text around the photo reads "North-South All-Star Game Anna Kate Smith Corner High School"
Photo of a boy wearing a soccer jersey, standing on a soccer field.
Graphic has photos of two basketball players. Text around players reads "2025 AHSAA North-South All-Star Game AHSAA 2025 North All Stars SVLM Alabama All-Star Sports Week AHSAA SV"
Two men wearing athletic clothes stand in a dugout, smiling at camera.
🏆🎳 Huge congratulations to the Corner High School Boys Bowling Team!! They knocked down the competition to finish as the state runner-up in the 2025 AHSAA State Bowling Tournament in Mobile! 🎉 A special shoutout to James Cannon, a senior who finished 5th overall out of 64 bowers! Way to bring the heat, Jackets!! 🐝 🔥
11 months ago, JEFCOED
Corner High School Bowling Team holds up their 2025 State Runner Up AHSAA Bowling Trophy.