What a moving Veterans Day program at McAdory Middle School!❤️🇺🇸 Today students and educators recognized our nation’s veterans through powerful speeches and passionate performances.

We appreciate all of our special guests for attending and sincerely thank everyone who made this event possible!
3 days ago, JEFCOED
JROTC members hold up the American flag and Alabama state flag while standing in front of a crowd in a gym.
A girl speaks into a microphone while making a speech in front of a crowd of people in a school gym.
A man in a military uniform speaks to a crowd in a school gym.
A man wearing a U.S. Army shirt holds a microphone and speaks to a crowd at McAdory Middle School.
A woman holds a microphone and speaks to a crowd inside McAdory Middle School's gym.
Band students perform for a crowd inside McAdory Middle School's gym.
Dancers perform for a crowd inside McAdory Middle School's gym. The dancers kneel on the ground and hold up American flags.
We have an exciting weekend ahead!🎶👏 You’re invited to our All County Band Festival this Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at Gardendale High School!

This free performance begins at 11 a.m. and will feature the talents of middle and high school band members from throughout our district. They’ve been hard at work rehearsing for the big show and are ready to put on an outstanding performance! We hope to see you there!
4 days ago, JEFCOED
Image is a graphic with text over a cream colored background. The text says "Jefferson County School District Presents All County Band Festival Celebrating Our County's Finest Young Musicians! Saturday Nov. 8, 2025"
JEFCOED All County Band members rehearse on a stage.
JEFCOED All County Band members rehearse in a band room.
JEFCOED All County Band members rehearse in a band room.
There was no short supply of stellar dance moves and cool costumes at this year’s Monster Mash!👻🎃 The annual event brings together middle and high school Exceptional Education students for a day filled with Halloween fun! We appreciate all of our student volunteers and educators who make this awesome event possible year after year!
13 days ago, JEFCOED
Two women in bumble bee costumes pose with a child in a Super Grover costume in a school gym.
A man in a fencing costume poses with a boy in a Spider-Man costume
A group of students stand together and pose for a photo in a school gym.
Two students dressed in costumes stand for a photo in a school gym. One student is wearing a football jersey and the other student is wearing a police officer costume
Two students dance together in a school gym. One is wearing a pumpkin costume
Students dance together in a school gym
Two students pose together for a photo in a school gym
Two students stand together for a photo in a school gym. One student is wearing a scary Halloween mask. The other student is dressed like a can of Coca-Cola
A student dances in a school gym
An adult wearing a referee costume poses for a photo with students wearing sports uniforms. One student is dressed like a basketball player, one is dressed like a baseball player and another student is dressed as a football player.
McAdory Middle School brings it home! Let’s hear it for the 2025-2026 Jefferson County Metro Champions!🎉🏈

We want to congratulate the Jackets on their successful season and an exciting championship win! Their hard work truly paid off during last week's middle school championship game.

▶️ If you missed the action last week, don’t worry, you can find the full game here:
https://youtu.be/iJg7kikxnaQ?si=6Y8AYDWG18g9BxyN
15 days ago, JEFCOED
McAdory Middle School's football team and coaches sit and stand on a football field at night. The players and coaches look happy as the head coach holds a trophy up.
McAdory Middle School cheerleaders and football players pose together on a football field.
McAdory Middle School's football coach holds a trophy and smiles while standing on a football field at night.
A football scoreboard says home: 8 guest: 20 quarter:4 with 33 seconds left on the clock.
We appreciate each student who attended our first Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council meeting of the year! During these meetings, student representatives from throughout our district participate in thought-provoking conversations with Dr. Gonsoulin. These discussions are invaluable and allow us to continue growing as a district. Thank you again to everyone who participated!
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin stands in a library and talks to children. The students sit at tables in the library. Some have their hands raised.
JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin stands in a library and talks to students. The students are sitting at tables.
JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin stands in a room and talks to students who are sitting at tables.
JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin stands next to a student. Both are smiling at the camera.
Today is School Custodian Appreciation Day, and we hope you'll join us in celebrating our outstanding custodians here at JEFCOED!🎉
These heroes not only ensure students and teachers spend their days in clean, safe environments, but also spread positivity throughout their schools. We appreciate all they do to help our district thrive! When you see your school custodian today, be sure to tell them thank you!
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
The image is a graphic with text that reads "JEFCOED Honoring the Unsung Heroes of Cleanliness and Order thank you for all you do! Happy Custodian Appreciation Day" The background of the graphic has bubbles, a mop and cleaning supplies on it.
Then and now! 💛 Thank you to McAdory High School graduate, Janice Rogers for serving as grand marshal at McAdory's homecoming parade! The jackets were buzzing with pride to have such a beloved alum take on this role! The first photo is of Janice attending homecoming as a student, and the second is her leading the parade on Thursday!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
A woman wearing a tiara on her head smiles while holding flowers.
Two women and a man sit in a car outside and smile at the camera.
We are SO excited to share that the Jefferson County School District has been awarded the Blue Cross Blue Shield Be Healthy Grant for the VERY first time!🎉👏 Mr. Christopher Reeves, Physical Education Supervisor for Jefferson County Schools, says, “This is a meaningful moment for our district, as it reflects the dedication of so many who believe in the power of physical education to shape healthier lives for our students.” Mr. Reeves adds that this grant will provide everything from exercise bikes to agility ladders, benefiting and inspiring students and educators. Thank you to everyone who made this possible!
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Children play with yoga balls inside a gym.
Children hit pool noodles on yoga balls inside a gym.
The image is a graphic with text on it that reads "We Won Be Healthy School Grant Program"
Our Back to School Conference is in the books!📚 We want to give a huge thank you to our educators and administrators for making today such a success! You are laying the foundation for a wonderful school year, and it’s clear that “Alabama has something to say!” We can’t wait to see our classrooms filled up again in just a few short days!
3 months ago, JEFCOED
A group of people stand in a room and talk to each other.
A man and a woman stand together and smile
A large group of people sit in an auditorium
A man stands on a stage and talks
New Teacher Orientation ✏️📘👏 We're so excited to greet our new educators and officially bring them into the JEFCOED family! You're joining a district committed to Inspiring Change and Creating Impact, one student at a time. We're so glad you're here!

Special thanks to Leslie Chatta and Shernell Lewis, our 2025-2026 Teachers of the Year, for sharing powerful words of encouragement and inspiration. We're also grateful to Gardendale High School, along with our many staff and volunteers who helped make the day such a success!
3 months ago, JEFCOED
School employees greeting educators at a registration desk.
Jefferson County School District drawstring bag on a registration table
Teachers signing in at a registration table for New Teacher Orientation.
Two school leaders smiling for the camera.
Two educators giving each other a hug across the shoulders.
Superintendent Dr. Walter Gonsoulin speaking on stage during New Teacher Orientation.
Teachers walking and visiting in a hallway.
Shernell Lewis holding a microphone and presenting onstage.
Leslie Chatta holding a microphone and presenting on stage.
Leslie Chatta and Shernell Lewis posing for a picture with greenery behind them.
Three of our educators 🚀launched into learning🚀 with the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville! During the week-long space academy, educators trained like astronauts, learning material that they’ll now bring back to their classrooms! So exciting! ⭐Vanita Jadhav and Geoffery Lockhart teach at McAdory Middle School ⭐Grace Gardner teaches at Mount Olive Elementary School
5 months ago, JEFCOED
Two women and a man wearing astronaut training outfits stand together, smiling at the camera.
Woman stands, smiling at camera while wearing astronaut spacesuit
Three people look at computer screen
Photo shows dark room filled with computer screens
Members of the Dell Student TechCrew are busy gaining new skills this summer!💻🏫 The Dell Technologies program partners with schools to provide students with technical skills and career training. Here, students from Irondale Middle and McAdory Middle are learning how to repair Chromebooks. It’s so cool to see our students getting hands-on experience in the world of information technology!
5 months ago, JEFCOED
Students sit at tables in a school, working on computers.
What an AMAZING day at the Brotherhood & Girl Code Empowerment Summit 2025, hosted by McAdory Middle School! Shoutout to all the incredible 6th-9th graders who showed up and leveled up! From learning how to be "Future Ready" to discovering their "Blueprint to Greatness," these young leaders walked away with powerful tools for success. Big thanks to the presenters, volunteers, and everyone who made it happen. The future is BRIGHT, and it was on full display this weekend!
7 months ago, JEFCOED
Panel of gentlemen presenting at the Brotherhood and Girl Code Empowerment Summit 2025
Dr. Monte Abner poses for a selfie with a student at the 2025 Empowerment Summit at McAdory Middle.
The Glampover - popular session at the McAdory Middle School Empowerment Summit. Features teepees with pink balloons and pink spa items.
Male presenter speaks to students during the Brotherhood & Girl Code Empowerment Summit 2025 at McAdory Middle School.
Student and presenter take part in a handshaking activity during the Male presenter speaks to students during the Brotherhood & Girl Code Empowerment Summit 2025 at McAdory Middle School.
Female students learn about financial literacy during the Male presenter speaks to students during the Brotherhood & Girl Code Empowerment Summit 2025 at McAdory Middle School.
Presenter discusses social-emotional skills with students at the Brotherhood & Girl Code Empowerment Summit 2025
Female presenter speaks to Girl Code students at McAdory Middle School.
Male students pose for a picture during the Empowerment Summit at McAdory Middle School.
Organizers of the Brotherhood & Girl Code Empowerment Summit 2025 pose for a picture.
🎉💙Happy National School Counseling Week 2025!💙 We're celebrating our amazing school counselors and their vital role in helping students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for all you do! #NSCW25 #ThankYouCounselors
9 months ago, JEFCOED
School Counseling: Helping Students Thrive National School Counseling Week, February 3-7, 2025, Thank You, School Counselors, American School Counselor Association
Many of us went to sleep on Thursday night, thinking it wouldn't happen after all. And then it did!! The JEFCOED family enjoyed a beautiful snow day on Friday.❄️☃️ Thank you to all of those who sent in pictures. Your smiles and joy warmed our hearts. Here are just a few of the many fantastic pictures we received.
10 months ago, JEFCOED
Two girls excitedly sled down the street in the show using a pool float shaped like a dragon.
Three boys stand in front of their home with their hands in the air, celebrating the snow.
A group of young boys pretends to play video games in the snow. They have placed a tv outside and show it hooked up to a snow mound.
Two kids have build a snowman and a an igloo. One boy is inside the igloo and the other boy is standing by the snowman.
Two boys are sledding in the snow with a red sled.
A young girl poses next to a snowman wearing a Snow Rogers Bulldogs shirt.
A boy is riding a sled down his driveway.
A family of three plays in the snow. All of the family members are wearing pink.
A young boy smiles next to a snowman.
A young boy is playing in the snow on a round pool float.
This morning, the Alabama Department of Education approved a resolution recognizing Dr. Walter B. Gonsoulin, Jr. as the 2025 Alabama Superintendent of the Year!! Dr. Gonsoulin serves State School Board Districts Three, Four, and Seven with heart, vision, and determination. We couldn't be prouder of his leadership. Congratulations, Dr. Gonsoulin! You've made us all #JEFCOEDProud!
11 months ago, JEFCOED
Dr. Walter B. Gonsoulin Jr. stands with members of the Alabama Department of Education School Board. He is holding a resolution honoring him for being named the 2025 Alabama State Superintendent of the Year.
Dr. Walter B. Gonsoulin Jr. holds a resolution for the Alabama State School Board recognizing him as the 2025 Alabama Superintendent of the Year. He is standing next to the 200 Alabama Bicentennial bell.
Dr. Walter Gonsoulin stands with members of his staff and holds a resolution honoring him as the 2025 State Superintendent of the Year.
Dr. Gonsouling stands with his Deputy Superintendents (Dr. Jeff Caufield, Dr. Laura Ware, Dr. Orletta Rush) while holding a resolution honoring him as the Alabama Superintendent of the Year.
McAdory Middle School hosted its Annual Veterans Day Salute🇺🇸, honoring our military heroes with performances by the Jacket Choir, Band, and the Spartans Battalion Leadership Academy, along with a heartfelt tribute from Assistant Principal Mr. Plump. We extend special thanks to guest speaker Major James Gainyard for his inspiring words on leadership and service, and we appreciated hearing from the veterans in attendance as they shared their experiences.
about 1 year ago, JEFCOED
JROTC Salute
Students smile during Veterans Day Program
The Spartans Battalion Leadership Academy presents the colors at the McAdory Middle Veterans Day program
A veteran and his sits with a baby in his lap.
Awards are presented to service members by students at McAdory Middle School.
Family members recognize their loved ones for their military service by holding up framed photos.
Military veteran talks to crowd about his military service.
Major James Gainyard speaks at the McAdory Middle School Veterans Day program
Picture of the McAdory Middle School Veterans Day program planning committee
Picture of the Spartans Battalion Leadership Academy cadets
🎉Congratulations, Dr. Walter Gonsoulin🎉 We are beyond thrilled to share that our very own Superintendent, Dr. Gonsoulin, has been named the 2025 Alabama/Schneider Electric Superintendent of the Year! 🏆 This incredible recognition speaks to Dr. Gonsoulin's heart for education and his constant drive to make our schools the best they can be. We're so proud to have him leading the way for JEFCOED and can't wait to see where his vision takes us next! #JEFCOEDProud #SuperintendentOfTheYear #CongratulationsDrG
about 1 year ago, JEFCOED
Dr. Walter Gonsoulin is standing at a podium after being names 2025 Alabama Superintendent of the Year
🎗️Let's Unite for Childhood Cancer Awareness!🎗️ This Thursday, September 26th, marks a special day for JEFCOED as we join forces with the Hope for Autumn Foundation for Give Hope Day! We're calling on everyone to 🌟WEAR GOLD🌟 as we stand together to honor and raise awareness for children and families affected by childhood cancer. 💛Together, we can make a difference!
about 1 year ago, JEFCOED
September 26th is Give Hope Day in JEFCOED. Hands holding the word Hope in wooden letters. Yellow ribbon for cancer awareness.
Congratulations to Dr. Walter Gonsoulin on being named the 2025 District 5 Superintendent of the Year by the School Superintendents of Alabama. Dr. Gonsoulin works tirelessly to expand opportunities for all students, and this recognition reflects his outstanding leadership and dedication to public education. The statewide winner will be announced in March 2025. We wish Dr. Gonsoulin the best of luck as he continues championing educational excellence! #JEFCOEDproud #SuperintendentOfTheYear
about 1 year ago, JEFCOED
Announcement that Dr. Walter Gonsoulin has been named 2025 Alabama, District 5 Superintendent of the Year. Includes images of Dr. Gonsoulin working around the district.