This is a reminder that all JEFCOED schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. We look forward to seeing everyone back in the classroom on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026.
Yesterday, we were honored to celebrate our veterans during our Veterans Day Program at McCalla Elementary!
Our 3rd grade students, SWARM Ambassadors, and Drama Club did a wonderful job helping us recognize and honor the brave men and women who have served our country.
A special thank you to Mrs. Davidson and Mrs. Summerford for putting together such a meaningful and memorable program for our students, families, and guests.
Most importantly, thank you to all of our veterans for your service, sacrifice, and dedication to our country. We are grateful for you today and every day. ❤️🤍💙
Our 3rd grade students, SWARM Ambassadors, and Drama Club did a wonderful job helping us recognize and honor the brave men and women who have served our country.
A special thank you to Mrs. Davidson and Mrs. Summerford for putting together such a meaningful and memorable program for our students, families, and guests.
Most importantly, thank you to all of our veterans for your service, sacrifice, and dedication to our country. We are grateful for you today and every day. ❤️🤍💙
🎨🐮 Reminder: Our Very Own Mr. Vest Is on Display! 🎨🐮
Starting TODAY, you can view “Hey There, Tater Tot!”, a watercolor painting by our very own art teacher, Mr. Jack Vest, at the Birmingham Museum of Art!
His artwork is featured alongside works by talented art educators from across Alabama in the Alabama Art Educators Members Exhibition!
🖼️ On View: November 5, 2026 – January 1, 2027
🎉 Congratulations, Mr. Vest! We are so proud of you and can’t wait for everyone to see Tater Tot!
❤️🤍💙 Honoring Our Heroes! ❤️🤍💙
McCalla Elementary proudly invites our veterans, their spouses, parents, and families to join us for our Veterans Day Program as we come together to honor and celebrate the brave men and women who have served our country!
📅 Monday, November 9, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 McCalla Elementary Gymnasium
This special program will feature performances and presentations by our talented third-grade students, McCalla Ambassadors, and The Jacket Jesters!
We look forward to celebrating our veterans and expressing our heartfelt gratitude for their courage, sacrifice, and service to our nation.
❤️🤍💙 Thank you to all who have served! 🇺🇸 ❤️🤍💙
McCalla Elementary proudly invites our veterans, their spouses, parents, and families to join us for our Veterans Day Program as we come together to honor and celebrate the brave men and women who have served our country!
📅 Monday, November 9, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 McCalla Elementary Gymnasium
This special program will feature performances and presentations by our talented third-grade students, McCalla Ambassadors, and The Jacket Jesters!
We look forward to celebrating our veterans and expressing our heartfelt gratitude for their courage, sacrifice, and service to our nation.
❤️🤍💙 Thank you to all who have served! 🇺🇸 ❤️🤍💙
This year's Trick-or-Treat Attendance Challenge celebration was one for the books! 🎃🎉
It brought us endless joy to see our students and employees all dressed up to celebrate spook-tacular attendance! And for all of our students' and families' hard work, it was only fitting to transform the board into a Halloween wonderland! Our Central Office employees brought their A-game, creating a magical and unforgettable experience for our students. We hope all of our classes had a wonderful time, because we sure did!
Thank you to everyone who made today's trick-or-treat trip possible! 💙
It brought us endless joy to see our students and employees all dressed up to celebrate spook-tacular attendance! And for all of our students' and families' hard work, it was only fitting to transform the board into a Halloween wonderland! Our Central Office employees brought their A-game, creating a magical and unforgettable experience for our students. We hope all of our classes had a wonderful time, because we sure did!
Thank you to everyone who made today's trick-or-treat trip possible! 💙
🎉 Congratulations to our First Nine Weeks JEFCOED Strong Award nominee, Mrs. Stephanie Davidson! 🎶💛
Mrs. Davidson, our wonderful music teacher, is someone who shows up strong, takes on new challenges, and sets the standard for everyone around her. Her dedication to our students, staff, and school community does not go unnoticed!
We are so proud to have Mrs. Davidson representing McCalla Elementary! 🐝🎵
Congratulations, Mrs. Davidson! Well deserved! 👏💛
Mrs. Davidson, our wonderful music teacher, is someone who shows up strong, takes on new challenges, and sets the standard for everyone around her. Her dedication to our students, staff, and school community does not go unnoticed!
We are so proud to have Mrs. Davidson representing McCalla Elementary! 🐝🎵
Congratulations, Mrs. Davidson! Well deserved! 👏💛
👻🍬 BOO CUPS are here!
Grab a Halloween treat for just $5.00 per cup! Boo Cups can be ordered October 26–29 through My School Bucks.
🎃 Only 300 cups are available, so don’t miss out!
Thank you for supporting McCalla Elementary! 🐝💛
Grab a Halloween treat for just $5.00 per cup! Boo Cups can be ordered October 26–29 through My School Bucks.
🎃 Only 300 cups are available, so don’t miss out!
Thank you for supporting McCalla Elementary! 🐝💛
🎃📚 Costumes & Curriculum is coming to McCalla Elementary!
Join us Thursday, October 29 at 5:15 PM for a fun evening of learning, activities, and trick-or-treating! We’ll share information about the Alabama Literacy and Numeracy Act, and students are encouraged to wear their costumes. 👻🍬
We can’t wait to see our McCalla families there! 🐝💛
Join us Thursday, October 29 at 5:15 PM for a fun evening of learning, activities, and trick-or-treating! We’ll share information about the Alabama Literacy and Numeracy Act, and students are encouraged to wear their costumes. 👻🍬
We can’t wait to see our McCalla families there! 🐝💛
❤️ Red Ribbon Week kicks off Monday at McCalla Elementary! ❤️
October 26–30, we’re celebrating the importance of making healthy choices, being positive role models, and living drug-free!
🦸 This year’s theme is “Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free!”
Check out our dress-up days and join us for a fun-filled week! ❤️
October 26–30, we’re celebrating the importance of making healthy choices, being positive role models, and living drug-free!
🦸 This year’s theme is “Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free!”
Check out our dress-up days and join us for a fun-filled week! ❤️
🎉 Congratulations, 1st Grade! 🎉
A BIG shoutout to our hardworking 1st graders who met their mCLASS and i-Ready benchmark goals! 📚🐝
We loved celebrating these students and their accomplishments! Your hard work and determination are paying off, and we are SO proud of you! 💛🖤
🤖 Robotics is in Full Swing! 🤖
Our McCalla Elementary Robotics Club is busy building, creating, and problem-solving! We love seeing our young engineers put their creativity and teamwork into action! ⚙️💡
Our McCalla Elementary Robotics Club is busy building, creating, and problem-solving! We love seeing our young engineers put their creativity and teamwork into action! ⚙️💡
🎉 Congratulations, Kindergarten! 🎉
A BIG shoutout to our hardworking Kindergarten students who met their mCLASS and i-Ready benchmark goals! 📚🐝
We loved celebrating these students and their accomplishments! Your hard work and determination are paying off, and we are SO proud of you! 💛🖤
A BIG shoutout to our hardworking Kindergarten students who met their mCLASS and i-Ready benchmark goals! 📚🐝
We loved celebrating these students and their accomplishments! Your hard work and determination are paying off, and we are SO proud of you! 💛🖤
🎉🌎 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌎🎉
What a wonderful celebration today! ❤️💛💚
Our students did an amazing job celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, music, and contributions of the Hispanic community!
A huge THANK YOU to our talented students and the incredible faculty and staff who worked so hard to bring today’s Hispanic Heritage Month program to life! Your dedication, creativity, and teamwork made this celebration truly special!
We are so proud of everyone who helped make today a success! 👏🎶
What a wonderful celebration today! ❤️💛💚
Our students did an amazing job celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, music, and contributions of the Hispanic community!
A huge THANK YOU to our talented students and the incredible faculty and staff who worked so hard to bring today’s Hispanic Heritage Month program to life! Your dedication, creativity, and teamwork made this celebration truly special!
We are so proud of everyone who helped make today a success! 👏🎶
🌟 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌟
From September 15–October 15, our school is excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about the people, cultures, achievements, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Each school day, we will highlight one famous Hispanic person who has made an impact in history, science, the arts, sports, and more!
🎤 Today’s Spotlight: Jennifer Lopez
Born: July 24, 1969
Died: Not applicable — Jennifer Lopez is still living.
Jennifer Lopez is a Puerto Rican American singer, actress, dancer, and entertainer who has had a major impact on music, film, and pop culture. She is known for her talent, hard work, and for proudly representing her heritage throughout her career.
Her story reminds our students that dedication, confidence, and creativity can open doors to many different opportunities.
❤️💛💚 Join us each day as we celebrate another inspiring Hispanic figure during Hispanic Heritage Month!
From September 15–October 15, our school is excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about the people, cultures, achievements, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Each school day, we will highlight one famous Hispanic person who has made an impact in history, science, the arts, sports, and more!
🎤 Today’s Spotlight: Jennifer Lopez
Born: July 24, 1969
Died: Not applicable — Jennifer Lopez is still living.
Jennifer Lopez is a Puerto Rican American singer, actress, dancer, and entertainer who has had a major impact on music, film, and pop culture. She is known for her talent, hard work, and for proudly representing her heritage throughout her career.
Her story reminds our students that dedication, confidence, and creativity can open doors to many different opportunities.
❤️💛💚 Join us each day as we celebrate another inspiring Hispanic figure during Hispanic Heritage Month!
🌟 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌟
From September 15–October 15, our school is excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about the people, cultures, achievements, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Each school day, we will highlight one famous Hispanic person who has made an impact in history, science, the arts, sports, and more!
🎶 Today’s Spotlight: Shakira
Born: February 2, 1977
Died: Not applicable — Shakira is still living.
Shakira is a Colombian singer, songwriter, dancer, and global music star known for blending Latin, pop, and rock influences. She has become one of the most successful Latin artists in the world and is also known for supporting education through her charitable work.
Her story reminds our students that creativity, hard work, and using your talents to help others can make a lasting impact.
❤️💛💚 Join us each day as we celebrate another inspiring Hispanic figure during Hispanic Heritage Month!
❤️💛💚 Join us each day as we celebrate another inspiring Hispanic figure during Hispanic Heritage Month!
From September 15–October 15, our school is excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about the people, cultures, achievements, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Each school day, we will highlight one famous Hispanic person who has made an impact in history, science, the arts, sports, and more!
🎶 Today’s Spotlight: Shakira
Born: February 2, 1977
Died: Not applicable — Shakira is still living.
Shakira is a Colombian singer, songwriter, dancer, and global music star known for blending Latin, pop, and rock influences. She has become one of the most successful Latin artists in the world and is also known for supporting education through her charitable work.
Her story reminds our students that creativity, hard work, and using your talents to help others can make a lasting impact.
❤️💛💚 Join us each day as we celebrate another inspiring Hispanic figure during Hispanic Heritage Month!
❤️💛💚 Join us each day as we celebrate another inspiring Hispanic figure during Hispanic Heritage Month!
🎉🍬 Congratulations to Our Trick or Treat Attendance Challenge Winners! 🍬🎉
A big congratulations to Mrs. Dutton’s 3rd grade class and Mrs. Morris’s 5th grade class for winning our Trick or Treat Attendance Challenge! 👏🎃
As their reward, on October 28, both classes will get to:
🧡 Wear costumes
🖤 Trick-or-treat at the Central Office
🧡 Meet Dr. Gonsoulin
We are so proud of these classes for showing the importance of great attendance. Attendance matters, and every school day counts! 🍭👻
#AttendanceMatters #SchoolEveryDay #TrickOrTreatAttendanceChallenge
A big congratulations to Mrs. Dutton’s 3rd grade class and Mrs. Morris’s 5th grade class for winning our Trick or Treat Attendance Challenge! 👏🎃
As their reward, on October 28, both classes will get to:
🧡 Wear costumes
🖤 Trick-or-treat at the Central Office
🧡 Meet Dr. Gonsoulin
We are so proud of these classes for showing the importance of great attendance. Attendance matters, and every school day counts! 🍭👻
#AttendanceMatters #SchoolEveryDay #TrickOrTreatAttendanceChallenge
🌟 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! 🌟
From September 15–October 15, our school is excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about the people, cultures, achievements, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Each school day, we will highlight one famous Hispanic person who has made an impact in history, science, the arts, sports, and more!
🎶 Today’s Spotlight: Bad Bunny
Born: March 10, 1994
Died: Not applicable — Bad Bunny is still living.
Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is a Puerto Rican singer, rapper, and global music superstar. He has helped bring Latin trap and reggaeton to audiences around the world and has become one of the most influential Latin music artists of his generation.
His story shows our students how creativity, individuality, and pride in your culture can connect with people around the world.
❤️💛💚 Join us each day as we celebrate another inspiring Hispanic figure during Hispanic Heritage Month!
From September 15–October 15, our school is excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about the people, cultures, achievements, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Each school day, we will highlight one famous Hispanic person who has made an impact in history, science, the arts, sports, and more!
🎶 Today’s Spotlight: Bad Bunny
Born: March 10, 1994
Died: Not applicable — Bad Bunny is still living.
Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is a Puerto Rican singer, rapper, and global music superstar. He has helped bring Latin trap and reggaeton to audiences around the world and has become one of the most influential Latin music artists of his generation.
His story shows our students how creativity, individuality, and pride in your culture can connect with people around the world.
❤️💛💚 Join us each day as we celebrate another inspiring Hispanic figure during Hispanic Heritage Month!
Hey JEFCOED Family! 👋 This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 9, 2026) is an E-Learning Day for students, and that schools will be closed Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 for Columbus Day. We hope you enjoy your long weekend!
🎉 Congratulations, 2nd Grade! 🎉
A BIG shoutout to our hardworking 2nd graders who met their mCLASS and i-Ready benchmark goals! 📚🐝
We loved celebrating these students and their accomplishments! Your hard work and determination are paying off, and we are SO proud of you! 💛🖤
A BIG shoutout to our hardworking 2nd graders who met their mCLASS and i-Ready benchmark goals! 📚🐝
We loved celebrating these students and their accomplishments! Your hard work and determination are paying off, and we are SO proud of you! 💛🖤
🎉 Way to Go, 4th Grade! 🎉
Let's hear it for our amazing 4th graders who reached their mCLASS and i-Ready benchmark goals! 🐝📚
These students have worked hard, stayed focused, and earned a well-deserved celebration! We are so proud of their progress and achievements! Keep up the great work! 💛🖤
Let's hear it for our amazing 4th graders who reached their mCLASS and i-Ready benchmark goals! 🐝📚
These students have worked hard, stayed focused, and earned a well-deserved celebration! We are so proud of their progress and achievements! Keep up the great work! 💛🖤