The GHS Cosmetology Class is absolutely SLAYING today with a mix of braiding techniques, silk press, color applications, and flawless weave installations!


Applied science in action! Our GHS Forensics classes have launched a comprehensive mock investigation. Working in collaborative groups, students utilized crime scene processing techniques at several distinct locations around the high school campus.
These young investigators are now analyzing their gathered evidence to solve the mystery.









Congratulations GHS January 2026 Students of the Month!

Neuron Class Assignment @ GHS!





#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.
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.




Basketball Takeover!


JEFCOED TV is excited to bring you LIVE coverage of tonight's showdown between Pinson Valley and Gardendale!🏀🎥
⏰ Girls: 5:30 p.m. | Boys: 7:00 p.m. (Immediately following the girls)
Watch live:
📺Download the JEFCOED TV app on Roku, Amazon Fire, or Apple TV
📲 Watch on our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or www.jefcoed.com/tv
⏰ Girls: 5:30 p.m. | Boys: 7:00 p.m. (Immediately following the girls)
Watch live:
📺Download the JEFCOED TV app on Roku, Amazon Fire, or Apple TV
📲 Watch on our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or www.jefcoed.com/tv

Color Guard tryout information!

Diving deep into the world of AP Psychology research methods! We're learning the importance of clear operational definitions.




GHS is putting the spotlight on our incredible visual arts department!

A huge shout-out to our January 2026 Teacher of the Month, Emily Olinger! Congratulations!

Congratulations to Ashley Bryson for being named the 2025-2026 GHS Teacher of the Year! We are so proud to have such an inspiring educator in our community. Join us in celebrating this incredible achievement!

All eyes on the mat!🤼 Join JEFCOEDTV as we bring you live coverage of tonight's wrestling matches at Corner High School! Our broadcast begins at 6 p.m. and will feature wrestlers from Corner, Fultondale, and Gardendale High Schools!
Where to watch:
📺 Download the JEFCOED TV app on Roku, Amazon Fire, or Apple TV
💻 Watch on our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or www.jefcoed.com/tv
Where to watch:
📺 Download the JEFCOED TV app on Roku, Amazon Fire, or Apple TV
💻 Watch on our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or www.jefcoed.com/tv

Way to go, Kylie!🌹🎉 Gardendale High School senior and color guard member Kylie Thompson did a wonderful job performing in the 2026 Rose Parade with the Bands of America Honor Band!
Kylie was one of only five members from Alabama selected to perform with the group, and represented our state and district beautifully! Please help us congratulate Kylie on her hard work and fantastic performance!
Kylie was one of only five members from Alabama selected to perform with the group, and represented our state and district beautifully! Please help us congratulate Kylie on her hard work and fantastic performance!
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!

Kicking off 2026 at GHS with a day of collaborative growth and professional learning with our AWESOME faculty!





The deadline to purchase yearbooks has been pushed back to January 16th. Be sure to order your yearbooks by the new deadline.

The Chick-fil-A Leader Academy spent a wonderful day at Snow Rogers Elementary School in December! Students visited 2nd grade classrooms, gave motivational speeches, and read to the students. They also gave each student a pack of 5 informational books about animals as part of Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy's Million Book Giveaway. The Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy, sponsored by Ms. Bryson, is a community service organization in partnership with Chick-Fil-A that encourages leadership through action.

A huge shout-out to our December 2025 Students of the Month and our Teacher of the Month, Miller Wood! Congratulations!


It takes a village, and we have an amazing one here at JEFCOED!💙👏
This year, Gardendale Student Council’s Christmas Visions fundraiser reached new heights thanks to the generosity of donors and dedication from students and staff. The total raised during the fundraiser was $55,592.05, the highest amount raised in Christmas Visions history!🎉
This year’s program will serve 24 JEFCOED Schools and more than 200 students across our county. Every child deserves a magical holiday season, and we are grateful to the Gardendale Student Council for not only continuing this long-running fundraiser, but also making it bigger and better each year. Your efforts are greatly appreciated!
This year, Gardendale Student Council’s Christmas Visions fundraiser reached new heights thanks to the generosity of donors and dedication from students and staff. The total raised during the fundraiser was $55,592.05, the highest amount raised in Christmas Visions history!🎉
This year’s program will serve 24 JEFCOED Schools and more than 200 students across our county. Every child deserves a magical holiday season, and we are grateful to the Gardendale Student Council for not only continuing this long-running fundraiser, but also making it bigger and better each year. Your efforts are greatly appreciated!





