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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!
2 days ago, JEFCOED
Attendees of the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit smile at the camera.
A woman smiles and waves at the camera as she walks into the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit.
Group photo of attendees at the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit.
Two attendees of the JEFCOED Leadership Summit smile for a photo.
Three attendees at the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit smile while holding up various restaurant gift cards.
A woman speaks to the audience at the 2025 JEFCOED Leadership Conference.
Two attendees of the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit smile for the camera.
Attendees of the 2026 Leadership Summit smile at the camera.
Attendees walk into the 2026 JEFCOED Leadership Summit.
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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!
9 days ago, JEFCOED
A woman stands in the front of a classroom and holds a laptop while giving a lesson.
Educators sit in desks inside a classroom and listen to a speaker.
Two women stand at the front of a classroom at a smart board and lead a presentation.
Educators sit at desks inside a classroom and listen to a presenter.
A woman sits at a table in a school hallway and smiles.
Educators sit in a classroom and listen to a presenter.
A woman gives a presentation while standing at the front of a classroom.
🗓️ 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!
11 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces that Kelly Education will be hosting a substitute teacher hiring event at Bryant Park Elementary School on July 23, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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!
16 days ago, JEFCOED
Two ladies stand together inside a building and smile for a photo.
Three women stand together for a photo. They smile and pose in front of a photo backdrop with stars and "VIP" written on it. They wear sparkly sunglasses and feather boas.
Two women smile while sitting at a table inside a classroom.
Three women smile for a photo while standing inside a room. Two of the women wear matching CTE shirts.
Three women stand together in a hallway at Fultondale High School. Two of the women hug each other and smile.
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A woman stands behind a desk and hands another woman a canvas tote with "PowerEDup!" written on it.
A man and two women stand together and smile for a photo while attending the PowerEDUp! tech conference.
A woman stands in front of a classroom of educators and speaks to them as they sit at tables and take notes.
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!
20 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces a substitute teacher hiring event hosted by Kelly Education on Thursday, July 23, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bryant Park Elementary School.
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! 👏
25 days ago, JEFCOED
A man and a woman stand together for a photo outside a hospital. They smile and wear scrubs.
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. 👏
26 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! 🎉🌟
29 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic wishes students, families, and employees of Jefferson County Schools a happy Independence Day.
👋 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! 🎉
about 1 month 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
about 1 month 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!
about 1 month 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!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces all JEFCOED schools and offices will be closed on June 18 and 19 for Juneteenth.
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!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Corner Middle School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They stand and kneel on turf and pose behind trophies.
McAdory High School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They smile and stand and kneel behind trophies. The cheerleaders in the front of the photo hold a UCA inflatable banana.
Bragg Middle School cheerleaders pose together for a photo on a blue cheer mat. They stand and kneel next to trophies.
Pinson Valley High School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They smile and stand behind awards that are sitting on the ground. The cheerleaders in the front of the photo wear medals around their necks.
Corner High School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They stand and kneel on grass. Awards sit on the ground in front of the cheerleaders.
Gardendale High School dance team members pose for a photo inside a gym. They wear sparkly maroon uniforms and pose behind trophies and other awards. Some of the dancers wear medals around their necks.
North Jefferson Middle School dance team members pose for a photo inside a gym. They kneel around trophies and awards displayed on the floor.
Gardendale cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They smile and pose behind awards that are sitting on the ground. The cheerleaders in the front of the photo wear medals around their necks.
Bragg Middle School dance team members smile for a photo inside a gym. They stand and kneel behind awards that are sitting on the ground.
Clay-Chalkville Middle School cheerleaders pose for a photo inside a gym. They stand and kneel behind awards that are sitting on the ground. The dancers in the back of the photo hold up an inflatable UCA banana.
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
2 months 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!

2 months 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.
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.
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!
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic wishes JEFCOED students and educators a great summer break and reminds them that students return on August 12.
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
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces JEFCOED TV's live coverage of McAdory's graduation ceremony on May 20, 2026 at 10 a.m.
#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!
3 months ago, JEFCOED
Joseph Hamrick smiles for a photo. He wears a bright pink shirt that says "Gone Fishin' Oak Mountain State Park" and stands in front of a lake.
Joseph Hamrick and his teacher, Ms. Vining smile for a photo. They wear matching yellow McAdory t-shirts.
Joseph Hamrick smiles for a photo while sitting in a crowded football stadium. He wears an Alabama football jersey.