
What an inspiring two days we've had at the 2026 Leadership Summit!👏 It is truly a gift to have our school and district leaders all under one roof, sharing ideas and setting the standard for the incredible school year ahead. Thank you to Hueytown High School for hosting!










English as a Second Language educators from across our state are equipped and energized for the school year following this year’s ESL Summer Summit at McAdory Middle School! 👏
More than 100 teachers met for powerful sessions ranging from how to empower students, engage with their families, and collaborate with fellow educators. We are proud of this group of leaders and can’t wait to see the difference they’ll make this school year!
More than 100 teachers met for powerful sessions ranging from how to empower students, engage with their families, and collaborate with fellow educators. We are proud of this group of leaders and can’t wait to see the difference they’ll make this school year!







🗓️ This Week ‼️ | Substitute Teacher Hiring Event 📚🎉
JEFCOED Family, don’t forget that this week, Kelly Education is hosting a substitute teacher hiring event for Jefferson County Schools! Head out to Bryant Park Elementary School on Thursday, July 23, 2026, to learn more about how you can make a difference as a substitute teacher! The event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. See you there!
JEFCOED Family, don’t forget that this week, Kelly Education is hosting a substitute teacher hiring event for Jefferson County Schools! Head out to Bryant Park Elementary School on Thursday, July 23, 2026, to learn more about how you can make a difference as a substitute teacher! The event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. See you there!

PowerEDUp and ready to shine! 💡📚
This week, JEFCOED educators, administrators, and district leaders gathered at Fultondale High School for the 2026 PowerEDUp! Tech Conference. Attendees spent the day learning from experts and discovering innovative ways to use technology in their classrooms!
We sincerely thank our Technology Department for organizing this fantastic and informative conference, as well as our wonderful educators for attending!
This week, JEFCOED educators, administrators, and district leaders gathered at Fultondale High School for the 2026 PowerEDUp! Tech Conference. Attendees spent the day learning from experts and discovering innovative ways to use technology in their classrooms!
We sincerely thank our Technology Department for organizing this fantastic and informative conference, as well as our wonderful educators for attending!









Next Week❗️ | Substitute Teacher Hiring Event 📚🍎
Are you ready to make a difference in the field of education? Join us next Thursday (July 23, 2026) for Kelly Education's substitute teacher hiring event!
📍 The event will be held at Bryant Park Elementary School from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. We hope to see you there!
Are you ready to make a difference in the field of education? Join us next Thursday (July 23, 2026) for Kelly Education's substitute teacher hiring event!
📍 The event will be held at Bryant Park Elementary School from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. We hope to see you there!

It makes us JEFCOED Proud to see our former students shine! 🩺✨
Check out this awesome photo shared by McAdory Health Science! Instructor Lee Spain is pictured with former McAdory High School student and RN, Morgan Bria. 🏥💛
We are so proud of Morgan and celebrate the tremendous impact she makes as a nurse! 👏
Check out this awesome photo shared by McAdory Health Science! Instructor Lee Spain is pictured with former McAdory High School student and RN, Morgan Bria. 🏥💛
We are so proud of Morgan and celebrate the tremendous impact she makes as a nurse! 👏

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
⁉️ 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!

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!
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!










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
We can't wait to see what your summer has in store!
Submit your photos here: https://forms.gle/8QV2HraYsJpvrfWy9

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!

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.

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!
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!

McAdory High School Commencement Ceremony | Live on JEFCOED TV 🎓🎉
We are thrilled to see our students turn their tassels on Wednesday (May 20, 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 10 a.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
We are thrilled to see our students turn their tassels on Wednesday (May 20, 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 10 a.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

#SeniorSpotlight 🌟🎓
Please help us congratulate Joseph Allen Hamrick, graduating senior at McAdory High School!
Joseph will be a 3rd generation McAdory graduate and has attended McAdory schools for around 13 years. During his time as a student, Joseph has thrived in sports, finding joy in JEFCOED’s Adapted P.E. programs. He enjoys the bowling, volleyball, and basketball events, but his absolute favorite is Gone Fishin', Not Just Wishin'. At this year’s event, he caught 13 fish!
Outside of sports, Joseph has had many exciting opportunities through Ms. Vining’s class. He and his classmates just recently starred in an award-winning production for the Litter Quitters Video Contest. Their video not only advocated for a cleaner planet, but also secured $1,000 to go toward their classroom.
Joseph has made a major impact on his school and community as a student, and we know he will continue to accomplish wonderful things after graduation! Way to go, Joseph!
Please help us congratulate Joseph Allen Hamrick, graduating senior at McAdory High School!
Joseph will be a 3rd generation McAdory graduate and has attended McAdory schools for around 13 years. During his time as a student, Joseph has thrived in sports, finding joy in JEFCOED’s Adapted P.E. programs. He enjoys the bowling, volleyball, and basketball events, but his absolute favorite is Gone Fishin', Not Just Wishin'. At this year’s event, he caught 13 fish!
Outside of sports, Joseph has had many exciting opportunities through Ms. Vining’s class. He and his classmates just recently starred in an award-winning production for the Litter Quitters Video Contest. Their video not only advocated for a cleaner planet, but also secured $1,000 to go toward their classroom.
Joseph has made a major impact on his school and community as a student, and we know he will continue to accomplish wonderful things after graduation! Way to go, Joseph!

