To the ones who hold us together, ensuring our schools and offices run smoothly — thank you, today and every day! ✨

Our administrative professionals are the best of the best, handling tasks with efficiency, helping solve problems, and constantly spreading kindness to our students and employees. We are beyond grateful for all our administrative professionals do to help our district succeed!

If you see one of these incredible individuals today, be sure to give them a big thank you!
1 day ago, JEFCOED
Graphic says "Happy Administrative Professionals Day! To the ones who hold us together!"
Shining the spotlight on our amazing assistant principals!🌟💙 During National Assistant Principals Week and beyond, please join us in thanking our APs for all they do for our district! These outstanding leaders are dedicated to helping their students and school staff members succeed, and we applaud their endless commitment! We hope you feel loved and celebrated all week long!🎉
17 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic celebrates National Assistant Principals Week.
Today we celebrate our incredible library media specialists! 💙📚 These individuals not only help our students grow their love of reading and technology, but also provide vital encouragement and support throughout their schools! Thank you for all you do to help our district thrive! To celebrate this special day, we caught up with Ms. Jessica Musso, library media specialist at Adamsville Elementary School! Click this link to hear Ms. Musso share what makes her role so special! https://youtu.be/C82qtJ_fkvE?si=QWySbDuN32RzVD4q
19 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic says “Happy National School Librarian Day"
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!
21 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic says “Celebrating World Autism Awareness Day"

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!💙

22 days 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!"
👋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.
👋Hi JEFCOED Family! This is a friendly reminder that Friday, March 6, 2026, is an E-Learning Day for students. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the classroom on Monday, March 9, 2026.
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces that Friday, March 6, 2026 is an E-Learning Day for Jefferson County Schools students.
As we wrap up National School Counseling Week, we're grateful for the counselors across our district who show up every day for our students! They support, encourage, and advocate with passion, bringing tremendous heart to our schools. We're so thankful for you🫶!
3 months ago, JEFCOED
A school counselor stands in front of the Jefferson County school district background. She is celebrating and holding her arms up. The sign in her hands says school counseling programs amplify student success by celebrating them!
A group of people huddle together while smiling at the camera. The group includes a principal, school, counselor, and students. They are all celebrating national school counselor week at Clay elementary school.
A school counselor stands with two young elementary school students. They are all wearing unique hats. The school counselor in the back has on a black cowboy style hat, the girl in the front left is on a red, cowboy hat, and the boy on the right has on a blue beanie style hat.
A school counselor is being celebrated during national school counselor appreciation week. She is holding a vase full of pink and red flowers. In the background are several cut out red hearts with custom messages.
A school counselor is standing in front of a colorful bulletin board. She is smiling and holding a book that says the coffee bean for kids.
Two people are bringing a school, counselor a pot of flowers, a gift, and some yellow and purple balloons. They are celebrating her for national school counseling week.
A school counselor is standing in an elementary school classroom. She is holding a vase full of red roses. She is being celebrated for national school counseling week.
School counselor is standing in front of a banner that says, "I know this is a little cheesy, but you're our favorite school counselor. Happy school, counselor appreciation week."
Families from across the Center Point feeder pattern gathered last night at Center Point High School for a fun and engaging Parent and Family University event. ❤️💙
From free food, entertainment, and student haircuts to powerful information panels and amazing student performances, the night was all about connection, support, and working together to help every child succeed.
Huge thanks to our vendors, volunteers, performers, panelists, and community leaders for making this such a meaningful evening for our families.
3 months ago, JEFCOED
Three students pose for a picture. They are smiling and wearing Eagle Choir shirts.
A pair of women who appear to be mother and daughter walk down a school hallway during a community event.
Three high school students wearing red and black for FBLA participate in a community event. The student in the middle is smiling at the camera.
A young man receives a haircut. Close view of clippers.
A man and a woman sit behind a table as part of a panel. The woman is holding a microphone.
Three people sit on a panel. A bright red Center Point High School banner is behind them. The man in the middle holds a microphone and is speaking.
Students play clarinet while performing on stage. They are wearing grey jumpsuits and blue hats.
.Three young girls perform on stage as part of the Eaglettes dance team. They are wearing red, white, and blue "Eagles" uniforms.
Members of the Center Point High School choir perform on stage. Their director is playing a grand piano.
#GoodThingsHappening!💙 We are thrilled to share that more than two dozen JEFCOED schools earned the Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR Certification! To earn this honor, these schools had to have an ENERGY STAR score of at least 75, meaning they run at least 75% more efficiently than similar buildings across the country.

In recognition of their commitment to energy conservation and sustainability, Superintendent Dr. Walter Gonsoulin and representatives from Cenergistic presented 27 of our schools with awards and certificates at this week’s board meeting! Please help us congratulate the following schools:

Bagley Elementary, Bragg Middle, Brookville Elementary, Bryant Park Elementary, Burkett Center, Center Point Elementary, Chalkville Elementary, Clay Elementary, Corner Middle, Erwin
Intermediate, Erwin Middle, Gardendale Elementary, Gardendale High, Hueytown Primary, McAdory High, McCalla Elementary, Minor High, Minor Middle, North Jefferson Middle, Pinson Elementary, Pinson Valley High, Pleasant Grove Elementary, JCIB MYP, Rudd
Middle, Shades Valley High, U.W. Clemon Elementary, and Warrior Elementary.
3 months ago, JEFCOED
JEFCOED principals with schools that received the Energy Star award stand together for a photo with Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin and representatives from Cenergistic in the JEFCOED board room.
Gardendale High School's principal holds an Energy Star award and smiles for a photo.
Two JEFCOED principals pose for a photo with Energy Star awards in their hands while standing in the hallway of the board of education.
McAdory High School's principal poses for a photo in the JEFCOED board room while holding an Energy Star award.
It's School Board Recognition Month! 🍎 Please join us in honoring our board members for their commitment to students, service to our community, and championship-level leadership. We simply could not achieve what we do without your support!
4 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic thanking the Jefferson County Schools' School Board. Pictured are Ronnie Dixion, Board President, Stephanie Floyd, Board Vice President, Carita Venable, Board Member, Walter Curry, Board Member, and Glenn Durough, Board Member. The text in the middle says, "Thank You JEFCOED School Board"
Nonstop excitement at Center Point’s inaugural E.H.E.R.O. Fun Festival!🦅🎉
Community members enjoyed zumba, line dancing, special performances, and visits with first responders! This was such a lively event and we appreciate everyone who made it possible!
6 months ago, JEFCOED
Little Eaglettes cheerleaders hold up letters that spell out EHERO while performing in a parking lot.
Two little girls hug an eagle mascot.
A child climbs up a rock wall.
An adult and two children pose for a photo in a park. The children are wearing halloween costumes and holding up balloons shaped like swords.
Four children pose for a photo while standing in a parking lot. The children are wearing Halloween costumes and holding buckets of candy,
Center Point High School's marching band performs in a parking lot. In this photo, students are playing symbols and drums. They're wearing matching gray sweatsuits and red hats.
Members of the Diamond Dolls dance team perform in a parking lot.
A child sits on a motorcycle while weaing a plastic firefighter hat.
A little girl smiles while holding a balloon animal shaped like a dog on a leash while standing in a school parking lot.
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!
7 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!
7 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!
8 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!
9 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!
9 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.
Finishing Strong in Center Point! Attendance Heroes hit the streets to spread the message, "Be Seen. Don't Hit 18!" School is still in session, and every day counts through May 22nd! Families in the Center Point community got personal visits from these dedicated champions, walking door to door, having real conversations, and reminding everyone how important it is to finish the year strong! We want to see every amazing face in school through to the very last day. Let's show up, finish strong, and keep making it count!💯
12 months ago, JEFCOED
Teacher holds sign that says Be Seen, Don't Hit 18! She is in front of a yellow school bus.
A woman sits in a car holding a sign that says, "Be See, Don't Hit 18!" A school employee greets her..
Jefferson County Schools employees spread the word across the Center Point zone that Attendance Matters. Holding signs about attendance.
Two school employees stand in front of a red care. They are holding signs that say Attendance Matters!
Two school employees walk door to door to talk with the community about the importance of school attendance.
School employees knock on a house door.
A group of school employees hold up signs about attendance while standing in front of a school bus.
A school employee wears a shirt that says "Attendance Matters."
JEFCOED Families - Join us in honoring our incredible teachers by sharing your heartfelt shout-outs! 🎥❤️ Submit a video telling us what makes your teacher special, and let's show them just how much they're appreciated! The videos will be featured on our social media accounts and sent to the teacher. Click the link to submit your video: https://forms.gle/QErTkj6fxCZPGVKaA VIDEO GUIDELINES: >Short and sweet— 15 seconds or less! >Shoot vertically (portrait mode) on your phone >Make sure you clearly say the teacher's name and why you are shouting them out >Please do not share personal contact information or full names—**first names only** >No profanity or inappropriate language >Upload your video directly into the form from your phone or device.
12 months ago, Mary Durrett
Teacher App Shoutout Facebook
Happy Principal Appreciation Day! Thank you for everything you do for our school. Your hard work, kindness, and leadership make a big difference every day. We’re lucky to have such an awesome principal!
12 months ago, Mary Durrett
poster for Mr. Thomas
Mr. Thomas receiving a gift