Congratulations to Wendy Patterson, our fourth nine weeks Strong Award Home Stretch Winner. She received multiple nominations and is a blessing to our school. Mrs. Patterson's accomplishment's over a two year period are purely inspirational. Not only has she defeated cancer, she decided teaching would bring her purpose as a second career. A wife and mother of 4, she returned back to school and graduated from Montevallo in December of 2025. All the while, she is now approaching the end of her second year of teaching. Additionally, she has lead groups of business leaders that have not only competed at the state level, but have also been competitive at the national level. She inspires her students by approaching business instruction from real-world applications. Some of her students finished in the top 10% in the Stock Market Game and she uses her business leadership group to pour into the community through community service projects, such as a Mardi Gras parade for a local nursing home and a food drive. Mrs. Patterson has brought inspiration to those around her. Wendy is extremely positive and optimistic when it comes to education. I've never seen a teacher promote so many field trips with genuine enthusiasm and we are a better school for it.

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!

Come out and support our NJMS Devilettes Monday, June 15th. Eat at Taco Mama Gardendale from 5pm-9pm, dine-in only.

Congratulations to our NJ Jettes for bringing home the GOLD at their first (ever) competition! This team won Gold in the Junior ShowTwirl Team division and was a favorite among the other coaches! We are so proud of our majorettes!

So proud of these girls and the way they represented our team at UDA Camp! 💙 Their hard work, determination, positive attitudes, and teamwork truly shined all week long. We couldn't be more excited to celebrate these accomplishments: 💙39 Superior Blue Ribbons 🏆Superior Trophy 🎖️4 All Americans 🪄4 Spirit Sticks 🫶1 Staff Chosen Pin It Forward ❤️St. Jude Spirit Stick 🧑🏻‍🩰1 Staff Chosen $50.00 Combine Camp Scholarship 🥇1st out of 7 teams in Home Routine 💙 It was a GREAT week to be a Blue Devil! 💙

We want to wish our NJMS Jettes luck at their 1st baton competition. They will compete in the Alabama State Games at Chelsea High School on Saturday, June 13, 2026. They will also be a part of the Opening Ceremonies which will be televised on PBS Friday, June 12, 2026 at 7:00pm.

What an incredible week for our NJMS Cheerleaders at UCA Summer Camp! 📣

These athletes worked hard, pushed themselves outside their comfort zones, supported one another, and represented our school with pride all week long. Their dedication and teamwork paid off in a big way!

🏆 1st Place Overall Middle School Division
🥇 1st Place Camp Routine
🥈 2nd Place Cheer
🥈 2nd Place Sideline
🐾 Golden Paw Award
🎗️ St. Jude Spirit Award
⭐️ 7 All Americans
🏆 4 Pin It Forward Recipients

We are so proud of each cheerleader for their effort, positive attitude, and commitment to growing as athletes and leaders. Thank you to our coaches, parents, and supporters who helped make this week possible.

Congratulations, NJMS Cheer! It's a GREAT day to be a Blue Devil!💙

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

2026-2027 Ambassadors

Kick off your summer with some delicious wings and support the NJMS Devilettes while you’re at it! 💙

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.

Support our FBLA by going to the Filling Station in Gardendale on Saturday, May 23. 💙

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!

2026-2027 Baseball ⚾

Thank you to all our sponsors that helped to celebrate our teachers this week. 💙

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

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!