Dear JEFCOED Family, We are closely watching today’s weather, and I want to do my best to keep you informed about our thinking and our possible plans. So here’s an update: T...

Attention Parents/Guardians: The student transfer application portal for the 2026-2027 school year is open and accepting applications! This includes Majority-to-Minority ("M-to-M"...

Applications for the Jefferson County Virtual Academy of Learning fall semester are now being accepted. Applications for students entering grades 4-12 can be submitted now throug...

Jefferson County Schools will hold its annual public input meeting on Thursday May 7, 2026 at 10:00am. The meeting will be held in the central office board room located at 2100 18...

Registration Now Open - JEFCOED Community Education Summer Camp Summer 2026: Adventure Awaits! Summer is just around the corner, and we are ready to make it the best one yet! Our ...

In a night filled with celebration, recognition, and “Oscars-style” glamour, Jefferson County Schools (JEFCOED) announced its 2026 Teachers of the Year during a special banquet he...

Monday marked an exciting new chapter for Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School students! The halls were buzzing as they stepped into their brand-new building for th...

The New Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School will open its doors for students on Monday March 2, 2026. The move will signal a new day in the JCIB program as studen...

Jefferson County Schools is proud to announce the 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year finalists, honoring exceptional educators from both elementary and secondary schools. These finalis...

We are proud to share that several Jefferson County Schools students were selected to participate in the 2025-2026 All-State Choral Festival! Please join us in congratulating the...

Following hours of tedious rehearsals and detailed preparation, we are proud to share that several JEFCOED students have earned their spots in the District 4 Honor Bands and All St...

Final Reminder for Prospective Families! The final JCIB Prospective Student Virtual Meeting will be held January 29th at 6:00 PM . Please note, there will not be an in-pers...

JEFCOED Family, I wanted to touch base with everyone before the weekend. We obviously have been monitoring the weather forecast all week. As you probably know, it looks like th...

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...

We are excited to announce that U.S. News & World Report has named Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School Pleasant Grove Campus the #1 middle school in our state....

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 ...

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...