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This week, Gardendale High School's cheer team hosted the NJA Mini Cheer Camp for local cheerleaders! From building pyramids to leading motion and jump clinics, the Rockets did an amazing job sharing their skills. Way to go, ladies! 👏
4 days ago, JEFCOED
Gardendale High School cheerleaders hold up a child in a small pyramid during a cheer clinic.
Cheerleaders perform a routine during a cheer clinic inside a school gym.
A young cheerleader jumps in the air during a cheer clinic inside a school gym.
Cheerleaders perform a routine during a cheer clinic at a school gym.
Cheerleaders do toe touches inside a school gym during a cheer clinic.
Cheerleaders hold their arms in the air during a cheer clinic at a school gym.
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. 👏
7 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! 🎉🌟
9 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic wishes students, families, and employees of Jefferson County Schools a happy Independence Day.
👋 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! 🎉
12 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces that Jefferson County Schools will be closed July 2nd and 3rd, 2026 for Independence Day.
📌🗓️ 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
20 days 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!
24 days 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!
26 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces all JEFCOED schools and offices will be closed on June 18 and 19 for Juneteenth.
Shoutout to our cheer and dance teams for crushing it at UCA/UDA camp! 📣🏆

Our students have captured several 1st place awards, received recognition for their leadership and kindness, and many have walked away as All-American cheerleaders/dancers!

We are beyond proud of these students for not only showcasing their talents and advancing their skills, but also showing heart and passion while doing so! Way to go, everyone!
28 days ago, JEFCOED
Corner Middle School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They stand and kneel on turf and pose behind trophies.
McAdory High School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They smile and stand and kneel behind trophies. The cheerleaders in the front of the photo hold a UCA inflatable banana.
Bragg Middle School cheerleaders pose together for a photo on a blue cheer mat. They stand and kneel next to trophies.
Pinson Valley High School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They smile and stand behind awards that are sitting on the ground. The cheerleaders in the front of the photo wear medals around their necks.
Corner High School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They stand and kneel on grass. Awards sit on the ground in front of the cheerleaders.
Gardendale High School dance team members pose for a photo inside a gym. They wear sparkly maroon uniforms and pose behind trophies and other awards. Some of the dancers wear medals around their necks.
North Jefferson Middle School dance team members pose for a photo inside a gym. They kneel around trophies and awards displayed on the floor.
Gardendale cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They smile and pose behind awards that are sitting on the ground. The cheerleaders in the front of the photo wear medals around their necks.
Bragg Middle School dance team members smile for a photo inside a gym. They stand and kneel behind awards that are sitting on the ground.
Clay-Chalkville Middle School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They stand and kneel behind awards that are sitting on the ground. The dancers in the back of the photo hold up an inflatable UCA banana.
GHS parents and students, mark your calendars for our registration dates.
about 1 month ago, Darren James
Registration
Summer ball on Grove Street! 🏀☀️

We want to give a big shoutout to our JEFCOED teams that participated in the Girls Basketball Summer Play Date at Pleasant Grove High School Thursday! These athletes did an amazing job showcasing their skills on the court! 👏
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Pleasant Grove and Gardendale High Schools' girls basketball teams play each other on the court.
A Hueytown High School basketball player dribbles the ball down the court.
A Hueytown High School girls basketball player runs down the court during a game.
A Gardendale Girls basketball player dribbles the ball during a game against Pleasant Grove.
Shades Valley and Bryant girls basketball teams face off on the basketball court.
The GHS Pickleball Club competed in the DUPR High School State Competition in May and placed 2nd in the High School Division. The GHS Pickleball Club members that placed 2nd were: Grayson Brown, Nolan Wilson, and Cooper Caufield. Mrs. Carney is the GHS Pickleball Club Sponsor. Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the U.S. The GHS Pickleball Club is looking forward to the upcoming school year with a year round tournament series for students. Be on the lookout for how you can be a part of the GHS Pickleball Club and be a part of this growing sport.
about 1 month ago, Darren James
Pickleball
Congratulations to Lawson Jones & Tamia Williams on their success at the FBLA state competition!
about 1 month ago, Darren James
FBLA
Summer break is here, which means we want to see your JEFCOED Journeys! Whether you're traveling near or far, be sure to submit photos of your scrapbook-worthy summer to be featured on our social media pages! 📸 ☀️

We can't wait to see what your summer has in store!

Submit your photos here: https://forms.gle/8QV2HraYsJpvrfWy9
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Graphic encourages JEFCOED students and families to send in photos of their summer events  to be shared on JEFCOED's social media pages.
Congratulations to these ladies as they start Girls State this week!
about 1 month ago, Darren James
Girls State
Good luck to our Rockets at Boys State this week!
about 2 months ago, Darren James
Boys State
Today, we honor the courageous men and women who lost their lives serving our country. May we never forget their dedication and sacrifice.
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic says "Memorial Day Honoring Those Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice."
JEFCOED Family, this is a reminder that all schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 as we commemorate memorial day and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. Our buildings will reopen on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces that all Jefferson County Schools and offices will be closed May 25 for Memorial Day.
Have a great summer, JEFCOED Family! ☀️🤩

To our amazing students and educators — thank you for an incredible school year! We'll miss you all so much and can't wait to see you back on August 12! We hope your summer break is filled with countless adventures, fun moments, and plenty of relaxation!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic wishes JEFCOED students and educators a great summer break and reminds them that students return on August 12.
Tomorrow at 6pm, we will celebrate the Gardendale High School c/o 2026 in their graduation ceremony. The ceremony will be streamed on Jefcoed TV.

https://www.jefcoed.com/o/jcs/page/jefcoed-tv-channel3
about 2 months ago, Darren James
2026 Graduation
Congratulations to Evie Grace Holmes, an honor graduate of the Gardendale High School Class of 2026!

Evie has a 4.36 GPA and is a member of the National Honor Society. She's also a multi-sport athlete, lettering all four years of high school in cross country, basketball, and track. She has accepted a scholarship to run cross country at the University of Mobile and will major in Early Education. Evie is known for her sunny disposition and positive attitude towards life! ☀️

We are so proud of Evie for her hard work during high school and will be cheering her on as she steps into her next chapter!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Evie Grace Holmes smiles for a graduation photo. She wears a blue gown and holds a blue cap in her hands.