R-E-A-D Read! Read! Read! We are Cheering for our guest readers! Thank you Oak Grove High School Varsity Cheerleaders and Grover for making reading even more exciting! #JeffersonCountySchools #OakGroveHighSchool #ReadAcrossAmerica #ReadingIsFundamental
What an amazing way to kick off Read Across America Week! Our Oak Grove Elementary students were greeted with cheers, smiles, and a visit with Grover from the Oak Grove High School Cheerleaders this morning. Their energy and school spirit set the perfect tone as we dive into a week full of reading adventures. Thank you OGHS Cheer for making this morning so special! #JeffersonCountySchools #OakGroveHighSchool #ReadingIsFundamental #ReadAcrossAmerica
Oak Grove Elementary third graders had an incredible time today as James Spann, our favorite meteorologist, visited us! He shared his expertise on different types of weather, from sunny days to severe storms, and even gave students important safety tips. Be sure to watch the 6:00 news tonight (Tuesday, 2/11) on ABC 33/40 to see our amazing kids! Thank you Mr. Spann, for making learning about weather so much fun! #JamesSpann #JeffersonCountySchools #FutureMeteorologists #WeatherTalk
We are thrilled to share that our 10,000th book has been checked out from the Oak Grove Elementary Library this school year! That is 10,000 journeys into imagination, knowledge, and adventure. A huge shoutout to our students for their love of reading. Let's keep turning those pages and reaching new reading goals! What book have you loved reading this year? Share in the comments! #JeffersonCountySchools #OakGroveReads #10000Books #KeepReading
Oak Grove Elementary second graders took on the challenge of reading 100 books to celebrate the 100th day of school - and they did it! From exciting adventures to fascinating facts, our young readers have been turning pages and growing their love for books. Way to go, second grade - keep reading and keep learning! #WeLoveBooks
🎉💙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
Oak Grove Elementary is grateful for the hard work and support provided by the Jefcoed ViewSonic Panel installation team at our school today. Six new touchscreen interactive ViewSonic panels are now ready for our teachers to integrate into their classroom instruction. Thank you guys!
Parents, It is that time of year again to sign up for the Pre-K Registration. The details can be found below. Please call the school if you have any questions. Thank you,
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.
Oak Grove Elementary is "snow" excited to see our students at school today but want to remind eveyone that there is no school tomorrow due to snow heading our way tonight. Everyone have a fantastic Snow Day and we will see you all on Monday!
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!
Public Performance - Friday, 12/13 @ 5 pm in the OGES Lunchroom -
BRAVO to the Oak Grove Elementary Drama Club for presenting "The Grinch" to our school! The performance was absolutely wonderful, and we are so proud of the talent and hard work by our students that brought this fun Christmas story to life!
Oak Grove Elementary felt a little Grinchy on Friday—but in the best way! 💚
Oak Grove Elementary carline was a little sweeter this morning! Thank you to our amazing faculty for braving the cold to help our students start their day with a smile and a warm hug.
Merry Christmas from all of us at OGES!
Congratulations to Isla Glaze for winning 3rd place in the Jefferson County Farm-City Poster Contest. Isla was honored at the 2024 Farm-City Banquet sponsored by the Jefferson County Farmers Federation. Oak Grove Elementary had over 25 entries in the poster contest this year. We congratulate each student for their hard work. We are very proud of all of you!
🎉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
🎗️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!
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
