Oak Grove is proud to offer a Middle School chapter of TSA, which is a national Technology Student Association. 7th and 8th grade students interested in exploring technology opportunities are encouraged to join. Contact Coach Etheredge for more information.

2 days ago, Oak Grove High School
TSA and OGHS logos
✨Shining Through the Season!✨

It’s an honor to celebrate our JEFCOED Family members who shine brightly throughout the school year! We want to congratulate all of our JEFCOED Strong Award winners from the second nine weeks and give an extra special congratulations to Ms. Erin Baxter from Irondale Middle School and Ms. Sara Vanderver from Oak Grove High School! Among our Strong Award winners, these two outstanding educators won our district-wide drawing for gift cards!

Please help us celebrate Ms. Baxter and Ms. Vanderver, along with each of our Strong Award winners! These educators make our district a special place!💙
6 days ago, JEFCOED
Irondale Middle School principal Mr. Marvin Carter stands next to Ms. Erin Baxter inside her classroom. They smile and hold a JEFCOED Strong Award. The award has Ms. Baxter's name and school on it, along with the JEFCOED Strong Award logo and text at the bottom.
Irondale Middle School principal Mr. Marvin Carter and teacher Ms. Erin Baxter stand with seven students and pose for a photo inside Ms. Baxter's classroom. Ms. Baxter holds a JEFCOED Strong Award in her hands.
Ms. Sara Vanderver smiles and holds a JEFCOED Strong Award in her hand while standing inside a building. She stands in front of a small couch and a motivational poster of a kitten looking into a puddle and seeing a tiger. Text on the poster says "Mindset is Everything."
Sara Vanderver holds a JEFCOED Strong Award in her hand as she hugs Oak Grove High School Assistant Principal, Kristin Pederson. The two stand in a building in front of a wall, couch and motivational poster.
It's School Board Recognition Month! 🍎 Please join us in honoring our board members for their commitment to students, service to our community, and championship-level leadership. We simply could not achieve what we do without your support!
9 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic thanking the Jefferson County Schools' School Board. Pictured are Ronnie Dixion, Board President, Stephanie Floyd, Board Vice President, Carita Venable, Board Member, Walter Curry, Board Member, and Glenn Durough, Board Member. The text in the middle says, "Thank You JEFCOED School Board"

Big accomplishments for OGHS wrestling — winter break was anything but quiet! 🐾🔥

OGHS hosted the Annual Jay Wilks Invitational on Dec. 20 and the Varsity Boys kept the 1st place team trophy at home! Individual placings included Christian Hill (1st), Kellen Mitchell (1st), David Hill (1st), Micah Mobley (4th), Micah Woodman (1st), Luke Wilson (2nd), Ethan Jones (2nd), Rylan Covin (2nd), Brooks Covin (3rd), Cooper Edmondson (3rd), and Kason Yancey (4th).

The Girls competed at the Lady Bearcat Classic (Weaver HS) on Dec. 23 and made a strong showing — Anna Franklin (1st), Rowan Wilson (2nd), Ryleigh Gerrard (2nd), Kenzlee Green (4th). With only four girls competing, they still earned 5th place out of 19 teams! 🙌

At the 2025 Scott Rohrer Invitational (Dec. 29–30) in Hoover, David Hill again took 1st, Kellen Mitchell placed 3rd, Christian Hill 4th, and Ryleigh Gerrard 5th.

Amazing effort from our athletes and coaches — drop a congrats below and tell us which match you loved most! 🏆🥇🥈🥉

9 days ago, Oak Grove High School
KM 3rd place
RG 5th place
DH 1st place
Team at Jay Wilks Invitational
Medal winners at Lady Bearcat Classic
KM Jay Wilks Invitational
DH Jay Wilks Invitational
CS Jay Wilks Inviational
EW Scott Rohrer Inviational
KG Lady Bearcat Classic
Please join us in congratulating Ms. Sara Vanderver on receiving a JEFCOED Strong Award for the 2nd nine weeks.

The theme for this nine weeks was "Shining through the Seaon," and recognized dedicated employees who inspire others with their positive spirit, enthusiasm, and commitment to making a difference!

Congratulations on this recognition, Ms. Vanderver! It's well deserved! #JEFCOEDStrong #OG4LiFe
26 days ago, Oak Grove High School
JEFCOED Strong Award Shining Through the season template with picture of honored teacher
Hands-on learning at its finest 🔩🔥

OGHS Engineering Academy students took learning beyond the classroom with a behind-the-scenes tour of Sloss Furnaces and experienced history, innovation, and engineering in action, capped off with an unforgettable iron pour. Opportunities like this help connect classroom concepts to real world careers and inspire the next generation of engineers.

#OGHSEngineering #RealWorldLearning #SlossFurnaces #HandsOnEducation #FutureEngineers #OGHSPride
29 days ago, Oak Grove High School
Engineering
🎄✨ REMINDER: FESTIVE FRIDAY IS TOMORROW! ✨🎄

Get ready for our Ugly Christmas Sweater Showdown!

Let’s make the last day of our Cozy Christmas Countdown the MERRIEST one yet, Tigers!

#OGHSTigers #FestiveFriday #UglySweaterDay
about 1 month ago, Oak Grove High School
Festive Friday
❤️🤍 REMINDER: CANDY CANE THURSDAY IS TOMORROW! 🤍❤️

Dress sweet and simple! Throw on your red, white, or candy-cane stripes and keep the Christmas spirit bright! 🎄✨

#OGHSTigers #CozyChristmasCountdown #CandyCaneThursday
about 1 month ago, Oak Grove High School
Candy Cane Thursday
🎅💚 Whoville Takes Over Tomorrow! 💚🎅

Whether you’re going full Grinch mode or keeping it simple with a Christmas character tee, show up FESTIVE for Whoville Wednesday!

Let’s fill the halls with Whos, Santas, elves, and all the holiday cheer! 🎄

#CozyChristmasCountdown #OGHSTigers
about 1 month ago, Oak Grove High School
Whoville Wednesday
⭐️ Tomorrow: Tree Topper Tuesday! ⭐️

Don’t forget your holiday headgear — hats, antlers, halos, bows, anything merry and bright!

Show up festive, Tigers! 🎄✨

#OGHS #ChristmasCountdown

about 1 month ago, Oak Grove High School
Tree Topper Tuesday
Our district was well-represented at the 2025 Jefferson County Farmers Federation Farm City Banquet!👏 Please help us recognize the following participants and winners for their achievements! These students worked very hard on their submissions, and it brings us great joy to see their work recognized! Congratulations! FFA Programs: -Corner High School – Teacher: Alan Thomas -Mortimer Jordan High School – Teacher: Joshua Tubbs -Oak Grove High School – Teacher: Ronald Harris Farm-City Student Contest Winners: K–3 Poster Category -1st: Jackson Belcher – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) -2nd: Lily Grace Bridier – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) -3rd: Jovi Edwards – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) -3rd (tie): Ruthie Armstrong – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) 4–6 Poster Category -1st: Kase Riley – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) -2nd: Catie Kilgore – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Jennifer Harris) -3rd: Axel Fernandez – Bagley Elementary (Teacher: Meridith Kilgore) Essay Category -1st: Alexas Hicks – Corner High School (Teacher: Erika Armstrong) -2nd: Zach Doty – Corner High School (Teacher: Erika Armstrong) Video Category -Winner: Emily McDaniel – Corner High School (Teacher: Erika Armstrong)
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
A group of students stand together in a banquet hall for a photo with JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin.
A group of students stand together in a banquet hall for a photo with JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin.
A group of students and an adult stand together in a banquet hall for a photo with JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin.
A child and a woman stand together in front of a hand-made poster and smile for a photo.
JEFCOED Superintendent Dr. Gonsoulin smiles and stands next to two students for a photo.
A woman and a girl stand together for a photo in front of a poster.
A woman and a girl stand together for a photo in front of a poster.
A woman and a boy stand together for a photo in front of a poster.
A woman and a student stand together for a photo. They both hold awards in their hands
A woman and a student stand together for a photo. They both hold awards in their hands
🎄✨ Christmas Dress-Up Days are HERE, OGHS! ✨🎄

Check out the graphic below for all the festive fun coming your way next week! From cozy PJs to candy-cane colors and ugly sweaters, we want to see your BEST holiday spirit. ❤️💚

Let’s make this the merriest week of the year! 🎅🔥
about 2 months ago, Oak Grove High School
OGHS Christmas Dress Up Days
This is it! Our Scholastic Book Fair is coming this week. All students will be given opportunities to shop throughout the week. Middle School students will come with their classes on the following days:

6th grade - Monday, Nov. 17
7th grade - Tuesday, Nov. 18
8th grade - Wednesday, Nov. 19

Be sure your child doesn’t suffer Book Fair FOMO - get them prepared to shop at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/oakgrovehighschool
#ScholasticBookFairs
about 2 months ago, Oak Grove High School
Student holding stack of books with text "Don't Miss It! Our book fair is here."
This morning, Oak Grove High School students paid tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country.❤️💙
The special ceremony featured moving performances and presentations by students and community members. We appreciate everyone who took the time to recognize our veterans and honor their sacrifices today!
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Veterans salute while standing in a school auditorium.
Students hold small American Flags while sitting in a school auditorium.
A man plays a trumpet on a stage.
Three men stand together and pose for a photo inside a school auditorium.
A student wearing an FFA Jacket speaks into a microphone on a stage inside a school auditorium.
Students wave small American flags while standing in a school auditorium.
A student in a JROTC uniform holds an American flag.

📚✨ Save the Date! ✨📚
School Book Fair — Nov. 17–21
From Monday, November 17 through Friday, November 21, our school will host a Book Fair featuring books and reading accessories tailored for middle school students and older. This is a great opportunity to support literacy, encourage independent reading, and provide students with quality materials.

2 months ago, Oak Grove High School
Book Fair Announcement
Oak Grove High School Business & Marketing Program Spotlight The Business & Marketing program at Oak Grove High School is off to an incredible start this credentialing season! Our Marketing Credential Wall is quickly filling up with student names, certifications, and success stories—turning the hallway into a true celebration of achievement. Students are earning industry-recognized credentials in platforms such as Microsoft Office Specialist (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Pro, and Social Media Marketing. Each certification represents a major milestone toward College and Career Readiness Indicators (CCRIs) and helps students graduate credentialed, confident, and career-ready. This visual display has created a wave of excitement throughout campus! Students are stopping by to celebrate their peers’ success, ask how to get certified themselves, and learn more about how Career Technical Education (CTE) connects classroom learning with real-world career pathways.
2 months ago, Oak Grove High School
credentials
As their semester capstone, Mrs. Boler’s class performed a one‑act production of The Three Billy Goats Gruff for friends, family, and classmates. In addition to memorizing lines, they practiced key skills like communication, collaboration, and overcoming stage fright. A huge bravo to our young actors!
2 months ago, Oak Grove High School
Theater
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!
2 months 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.

🔥 It’s a Big Day at Oak Grove! 🐯🏈

Friday is going to be an exciting day at OGHS as we gear up for our first varsity football home playoff game in many years! Here’s everything you need to know ⬇️

🎉 Morning Hype – K-12 Tiger Parade
We’re doing something special instead of a normal pep rally this week! Beginning at 10am Friday, our band, Tigerettes, cheerleaders, and varsity football team will walk parade style to the elementary school so everyone can join in cheering on the Tigers! 🎺🎉

Afterwards, they’ll return to the high school, march through the students, and lead us in some cheers to get game-day ready! 💪

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents are welcome — please park in the grassy area at the front of the school (not in the bus lane), enter through the main office to sign in as a visitor, and join us behind the band room at 10am!

🏟 Game Night Info
The Oak Grove Tigers take on Bullock County in the first round of the playoffs — kickoff at 7pm, gates open at 5pm!
• Expect a huge crowd, so come early and loud!
• 🚫 No child under 6th grade will be admitted without a responsible adult.
• 🎒 No backpacks or large bags allowed in the stadium for safety.
• 💵 Parking is $5 as usual.
• 🎟 Tickets are $12 for anyone over 5 years old and can be purchased at the gate or online through GoFan: Oak Grove High School Events and Tickets by GoFan (https://gofan.co/event/5250753?schoolId=AL8278)
• AHSAA passes will be accepted at the pass gate located near the ticket window.

🔥 Let’s pack the stands, bring the energy, and show our team what true Tiger Pride looks like!

Wear your colors, make some noise, and let’s make this night one to remember — because THIS is OUR house! 🐯❤️🖤🤍

Design Credit- Aubrey Dye

#PlayoffBound #HomeFieldAdvantage #TigerPride #CommunityStrong #GoTigers #OG4LiFe

2 months ago, Oak Grove High School
Playoff Bound

Happy Halloween from the OGHS library! 🎃 It's been a fantastic week filled with chilling ghost stories, creative Edgar Allan Poe-inspired crafts, and an exciting Haunted Library Scavenger Hunt! 👻✨#OG4LiFe #Halloween #SpookyBooks #LibraryFun

3 months ago, Oak Grove High School
Plush Tiger wearing witch hat with sign that says "Witch book will you read?"
Halloween craft
students making crafts
students making crafts
students telling ghost stories
students telling ghost stories
students working on crossword
students making crafts
Students making crafts
Student with halloween basket