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. 👏
6 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.
Making a splash at SOAR! ☀️🚒

We want to give a big shoutout to the Brighton Fire Department for helping students from Brighton School and Lipscomb Elementary School finish SOAR in an unforgettable way! We're so proud of the work these scholars put in and LOVE seeing them soak up all the summer time fun!
10 days ago, JEFCOED
A student smiles while running barefoot through water on pavement. Students play in the falling water behind him.
Two girls smile for a photo while standing outdoors. They are completely soaked with water after a water day outside.
A firefighter sprays water from his fire truck for children to play in outdoors.
A boy smiles while standing outside on grass. His clothes and hair are soaked with water from a water play day.
A child smiles while running through water that's being sprayed through the air outdoors.
A child runs through water as it's being sprayed through the air outdoors.
Children play in water outdoors as it's being sprayed from above.
Children play in water as it's being sprayed through the air outdoors.
👋 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! 🎉
11 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
19 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!
25 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces all JEFCOED schools and offices will be closed on June 18 and 19 for Juneteenth.
Take a look at these summer learning ROCKSTARS! 🎸✨

SOAR students from Brighton School and Lipscomb Elementary School are taking center stage as they make big gains in the classroom! Way to go, everyone! 👏
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
A little boy dressed in a rockstar themed outfit poses for a photo. He smiles and stands in a school while holding a guitar prop.
A teacher leads a lesson inside a classroom. Students sit on the floor and listen. The teacher wears a Beatles themed shirt.
A woman poses for a photo inside a room. She holds up the rock and roll symbol with her hand and wears an Aerosmith shirt.
A woman smiles for a photo inside a school office. She wears a Def Lepard shirt and leopard print pants.
A woman signs "I love you" with her hand and poses for a photo inside a school hallway. She smiles and wears an AC/DC shirt.
Our SOAR participants are soaking up all the summer learning fun! 📚✨

We caught up with Lipscomb Elementary School and Brighton School students this week as they were hard at work in the classroom. From fine-tuning their math skills to participating in engaging grammar lessons, these scholars are doing a fabulous job! 👏 Keep up the AMAZING work!
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
A group of students hold up legos while they sit in the floor of a classroom.
A group of students sit on the floor of a classroom and play with legos.
Two boys sit on the floor of a classroom and do an assignment with letter blocks on a mat.
A teacher holds up a small white board for students as they sit around her at a table.
A student raises their hand while sitting at a desk in a classroom.
A teacher helps a student with an assignment while the student sits at a desk in a classroom.
A student holds up a peace sign while sitting on the floor. She sits behind colorful, popsicle-shaped wood pieces with letters printed on them.
A student sits at a table and holds up pieces of paper with words printed on them.
A teacher sits next to a smart board in a classroom and demonstrates how to say the letter 'A'.
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.

Let’s hear it for our ETeam Excellence Award winners! 👏👏

As campus technology leaders, our ETeam Leaders play a huge role in keeping our schools moving forward. This year's recipients have shown outstanding dedication to supporting their campuses with technology integration.

Thank you all for the incredible time, energy, and commitment you bring to the job every single day! 🚀📱

2026 ETeam Excellence Award Recipients:
🏆 Jennifer Rawls | McAdory High School
🏆 Nicole McMickens | Irondale Middle School
🏆 Kristen Campbell | Johnson Elementary School
🏆 Tallese Denson | Lipscomb Elementary School
🏆 Terri Culp | Mount Olive Elementary School

Congratulations, everyone!

about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Image is a collage of JEFCOED ETeam leaders who received the ETeam Excellence Award. They smile and pose with their award and a gift card. Text on the collage says "2025 - 2026 ETeam Excellence Award."
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.
Students from across our district recently joined together to showcase the power of music, friendship, and service at America Sings! 🎶 💙

We had an incredible 14 schools participate in this choir festival, and they truly represented their communities and our district with pride! Please help us congratulate these students on their wonderful performances! 👏
2 months ago, JEFCOED
A choir director leads a large choir of students. They perform at an outdoor amphitheater.
A group of students stand together for a photo outdoors. Each of the students wear shirts that say "America Sings" on them. One of the students holds a plaque in his hand.
A student stands outside and smiles as she holds an America Sings plaque in her hands.
Students wearing matching "America Sings" shirts hold their arms up as they perform a song outdoors.
A group of students stand together outdoors for a photo with their choir teacher. They smile. Two of the students hold plaques in their hands.
A student stands outside and smiles for a photo. She holds an America Sings plaque in her hands.
A student stands outdoors and smiles for a photo. She holds a plaque that says "America Sings".
A girl smiles while standing outside. She holds a plaque that says "America Sings".
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
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces JEFCOED tv's live coverage of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
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!
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic says "Happy National School Nurse Day." Followed by, "Thank you for changing the world through kindness and care." The graphic also has digital illustrations of nurses.
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!
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week at the Jefferson County School 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! 👏
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic has text and drawings of school lunch room workers. The text says "School Lunch Hero Day." and "Thank You!!"
📌 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!
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces JEFCOED's E-Learning Day on Friday, May 1, 2026.