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. 👏

Happy 4th of July, JEFCOED Family! We hope you have a fun and safe holiday weekend! 🎉🌟

👋 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! 🎉

📌🗓️ 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

Today we celebrate freedom and the strength of those who came before us. ❤️ Happy Juneteenth, JEFCOED Family!

👋 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!

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

Today, we honor the courageous men and women who lost their lives serving our country. May we never forget their dedication and 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.

As one journey comes to an end, a new adventure awaits! 🎓✨

Huge congratulations to the Jefferson County Virtual Academy of Learning Class of 2026! Each test, essay, and late-night study session led to this moment, and we applaud your hard work! 👏 Know that we’ll be cheering you on as you continue chasing your dreams and striving for success! 🎉

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!

JCVAL Graduation Ceremony | Live on JEFCOED TV 🎓🎉

We are thrilled to see our students turn their tassels on Thursday (May 21, 2026) and embark on their exciting new chapters! As students cross the stage, JEFCOED TV will be there, capturing each special moment! The live stream will begin at 1 p.m. See below for information on how to watch!

📲 JEFCOED TV App: Watch on your phone or download on Roku, Amazon Fire, or Apple TV
▶️ Online: Watch on the Jefferson County Schools Facebook page, YouTube channel, or at jefcoed.com/tv

Senior Spotlight! 🎓🌟 Please help us congratulate graduating senior, Ellie Kennemer! Ellie attends the Jefferson County Virtual Academy of Learning and is making history as the first JCVAL student to be named an Honor Graduate! This fall, Ellie will attend the University of North Alabama. She plans to enroll in the College of Arts, Sciences, and Engineering to pursue a Bachelor of Social Work degree. Ellie wants to become a social worker so she can create a world where all children have the resources they need to thrive. Ellie has received several scholarships through UNA, including an academic scholarship, an honors program scholarship and an honors housing scholarship. Outside of academics, Ellie is involved in the Youth Leadership Development Program and is active in her church and its children’s ministry. For the past two years she has worked as a substitute teacher at the Kingwood Christian Child Development Center (KCCDC). There, she works with kids ages 8 weeks to 4 years old. Ellie has accomplished so much during her time at JEFCOED. We know she will continue doing wonderful things!

Superintendent's Student Advisory Council | Live on JEFCOED TV

Join JEFCOED TV this Thursday for live coverage of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council meeting. We are thrilled to hear directly from students as they provide meaningful input and ask thoughtful questions. The broadcast will get underway at 5 p.m. tomorrow. You can find out how to watch below. ⬇️

📲 JEFCOED TV App: Watch on your phone or download on Roku, Amazon Fire, or Apple TV
💻 Online: Watch on our Facebook page, YouTube channel, or at jefcoed.com/tv

Today we celebrate our amazing school nurses! Through their compassion and kindness, they make our schools and the world a better place. Please join us in thanking our nurses for keeping our district safe and healthy, and for always caring for our students!

It's Teacher Appreciation Week, and we're celebrating the amazing educators who pour into our students each and every day! ☕️💙

Our teachers show endless dedication, encouragement, and support to our students as they help them reach their goals in the classroom. Throughout Teacher Appreciation Week and beyond, we hope our educators feel the same warmth and support they constantly give to others. Thank you for brewing up bright futures within our district!

Today we celebrate our outstanding school lunch heroes! 🦸✨

Each day, our child nutrition employees ensure thousands of students across our district are properly fueled for their day of learning. Being the superheroes they are, these individuals serve with kindness and passion, making each child feel seen and appreciated. To our child nutrition workers — your leadership and authenticity make our district a special place. Thank you for all you do! 👏

📌 Hey JEFCOED Family! This is a reminder that tomorrow (Friday, May 1, 2026) is an E-Learning Day for students. We look forward to seeing everyone back in the classroom on Monday, May 4, 2026!

Our school bus drivers are always going the extra mile for our district! 💙

From the early mornings they put in, to the meaningful interactions they have with our students, these individuals are truly making a difference every single day.

Please join us in thanking our bus drivers for all they do for our JEFCOED Family! 🚌 👏

Let’s hear it for Michael Collins, Junior Regions Tradition Champion! ⛳️ 🏆

The Gardendale High School golfer and JCVAL student took home 1st place in the 16-19 Boys category over the weekend! We are thrilled for Michael and can’t wait to see what he continues to accomplish on the green!