Battle at the Nest 🦅🏈

Several JEFCOED middle school teams showed out on the gridiron during today's 7-on-7 tournament at Center Point High School! These players are right on track for an impressive season! Keep up the great work. 👏

3 days ago, JEFCOED
Clay-Chalkville Middle School football players jump toward each other on the end zone to celebrate a touchdown.
An Erwin Middle School football player prepares to snap a football during a game.
A McAdory Middle School football player guards a player on the opposing team during a game.
A Pleasant Grove Middle School football player prepares to throw the ball during a game.
An Erwin Middle School football player pushes past a player on the opposing team and runs the ball down the field during a game.
Pleasant Grove football players jump toward each other to celebrate a touch down.
A Clay-Chalkville Middle School football player sits on the field and flexes after a play during a game.
A Clay-Chalkville Middle School football player jumps to catch a football during a game as a player from the opposing team tries to tackle him.
A Pleasant Grove Middle School football player stands on a field during a game.
Erwin Middle School football players stand in a huddle during a game.
Laying the groundwork for a successful school year! 📚💫 This week, members of JEFCOED’s Continuous Improvement Leadership Team are all under one roof, collaborating and reviewing data as we prepare for the upcoming school year! We appreciate their dedication to our students and celebrate all the hard work they’re putting in. 👏
6 days ago, JEFCOED
Educators and administrators sit at desks in a classroom and listen to speakers
A man stands at a smart board and speaks to a group of educators and administrators as they sit at desks and listen
A woman stands at the front of a classroom and speaks to a group of educators and administrators as they sit at desks
A woman stands at the front of a classroom and speaks to educators and administrators as they sit at desks
A man takes notes on paper while sitting at a desk in a classroom.
A woman addresses a room of administrators
Administrators sit at desks in a classroom and listen to a speaker
Educators and administrators sit at desks inside a classroom
Educators smile while sitting at desks in a classroom during professional development
Women sit in chairs in an auditorium and take notes as a speaker talks
Happy 4th of July, JEFCOED Family! We hope you have a fun and safe holiday weekend! 🎉🌟
9 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic wishes students, families, and employees of Jefferson County Schools a happy Independence Day.
👋 Hey JEFCOED Family! This is a friendly reminder that all schools and offices will be closed Thursday, July 2, and Friday, July 3, 2026, for Independence Day. We look forward to seeing everyone back on Monday, July 6, 2026. Enjoy your holiday weekend! 🎉
11 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces that Jefferson County Schools will be closed July 2nd and 3rd, 2026 for Independence Day.
Center Point High School was filled with the spirit of competition today! 🦅🏐

Local volleyball teams, including four from JEFCOED, gave it their all during Center Point’s volleyball playdate! Seeing these players fine-tune their skills on the court is getting us fired up for the fast-approaching volleyball season. 💫🌟

Congrats to each of these teams for a job well done today!
18 days ago, JEFCOED
Players from opposing volleyball teams jump toward the net to hit a volleyball.
A Pleasant Grove High School volleyball player sets the ball during a game.
A Center Point High School volleyball player serves the ball during a game.
A Pinson Valley High School volleyball player hits the ball over the net during a game against Pleasant Grove.
A Minor High School volleyball player passes the ball during a game.
A Minor High School volleyball player sets the ball during a game inside a school gym.
A Center Point High School volleyball player sets the ball during a game inside a school gym.
📌🗓️ JEFCOED Family, this is a reminder that the Signature Academy Late Application Window closes NEXT WEEK on Wednesday, July 1, 2026!

⁉️ Why apply? Signature Academies offer students hands-on, career-focused learning experiences in the fields they’re interested in. Participating in this coursework prepares them for a successful future in the workforce, at college, and other postsecondary pathways.

🔗 For more information and to access the application, click here: https://www.jefcoed.com/o/jcs/page/signature-academies
19 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces the JEFCOED Signature Academy late application window closes on July 1, 2026.
Today we celebrate freedom and the strength of those who came before us. ❤️ Happy Juneteenth, JEFCOED Family!
24 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic celebrates the Juneteenth holiday.
👋 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!
25 days ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces all JEFCOED schools and offices will be closed on June 18 and 19 for Juneteenth.
Summer ball on Grove Street! 🏀☀️

We want to give a big shoutout to our JEFCOED teams that participated in the Girls Basketball Summer Play Date at Pleasant Grove High School Thursday! These athletes did an amazing job showcasing their skills on the court! 👏
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Pleasant Grove and Gardendale High Schools' girls basketball teams play each other on the court.
A Hueytown High School basketball player dribbles the ball down the court.
A Hueytown High School girls basketball player runs down the court during a game.
A Gardendale Girls basketball player dribbles the ball during a game against Pleasant Grove.
Shades Valley and Bryant girls basketball teams face off on the basketball court.
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
about 1 month ago, JEFCOED
Graphic encourages JEFCOED students and families to send in photos of their summer events to be shared on JEFCOED's social media pages.
Today, we honor the courageous men and women who lost their lives serving our country. May we never forget their dedication and sacrifice.
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic says "Memorial Day Honoring Those Who Made the Ultimate 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.
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces that all Jefferson County Schools and offices will be closed May 25 for Memorial Day.
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!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic wishes JEFCOED students and educators a great summer break and reminds them that students return on August 12.
Senior Spotlight! 🎓🎉 Please help us congratulate Laura Norris, Pleasant Grove High School Class of 2026!

Laura is a graduate of Pleasant Grove High School and maintained a 4.12 GPA during her time as a Spartan. Laura was a member of the Marching Spartans band and National Honor Society, and was inducted into the PGHS Hall of Fame. She was also awarded the DAR Good Citizen Award for her excellent character and citizenship.

Laura graduated high school with 17 college credit hours from Lawson State, with a college GPA of 3.58. 👏

Her PGHS family says she stands out among her peers as one of the best and brightest, and that they are so proud of her! This fall, Laura will attend The University of Alabama on a Presidential Academic Scholarship, as well as a full housing scholarship. 📚✨

Way to go, Laura! We are so excited for you!
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Pleasant Grove High School graduate Laura Norris smiles for a photo. She stands outside a home wearing a white dress and a purple graduation cap and graduation cords.
Time to celebrate, Spartans! 🎓🎉 Please join us in congratulating the Pleasant Grove High School Class of 2026!

As you take this exciting step forward, we know you will continue to achieve remarkable things! We can't wait to see what your futures hold! 🌟
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
A girl smiles while standing outside on a sidewalk. She wears a purple graduation gown.
A boy smiles for a photo with a woman. The boy holds a high school graduation diploma and wears a purple graduation gown.
A student shakes his principal's hand after receiving his high school diploma.
A girl speaks into a microphone during her graduation ceremony.
A girl smiles while walking through an auditorium. She wears a purple graduation gown.
A graduate smiles and poses for a photo with his family following the Pleasant Grove High School graduation ceremony.
A girl smiles after receiving her diploma during the Pleasant Grove High School graduation ceremony.
A student walks to shake his principal's hand at his high school graduation ceremony.
Graduates hug each other outside the Alabama Theater following the Pleasant Grove High School graduation ceremony.
A student smiles while receiving her diploma during the Pleasant Grove High School graduation ceremony.
Pleasant Grove High School Commencement Ceremony | Live on JEFCOED TV 🎓🎉

We are thrilled to see our students turn their tassels on Tuesday (May 19, 2026) and embark on their exciting new chapters! As students cross the stage, JEFCOED TV will be there, capturing each special moment! The live stream will begin at 12 p.m. See below for information on how to watch!

📲 JEFCOED TV App: Watch on your phone or download on Roku, Amazon Fire, or Apple TV
▶️ Online: Watch on the Jefferson County Schools Facebook page, YouTube channel, or at jefcoed.com/tv
about 2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces JEFCOED TV's live coverage of Pleasant Grove High School's graduation ceremony on May 19 at noon.
2026-2027 Cap and Gown Pictures will be taken at PGHS on June 23rd-24th! All students should have received their time and day via school email, text or mail. If you have not received this information, please reach out to Ms. Brown at efbrown@jefcoed.com. All students were assigned a date, time and code.
about 2 months ago, Eleanor Brown
Cap and Gown Pictures for 2026-2027!
PGHS PTA End-of-Year Meeting – You’re Invited!

Join us as we celebrate an AMAZING school year and look ahead to an even brighter future for PGHS!

🗓 Thursday, May 14, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
💻 Via Zoom (Link emailed)

Come hear about all the incredible initiatives, events, and fundraisers that made this year such a success!

⭐ Most importantly, PTA members will have the opportunity to VOTE for the 2026–2027 PTA Board Officers. Your voice and participation matter!
2 months ago, Eleanor Brown
End of the Year Meeing
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
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic announces JEFCOED tv's live coverage of the Superintendent's Student Advisory Council meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
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!
2 months ago, JEFCOED
Graphic says "Happy National School Nurse Day." Followed by, "Thank you for changing the world through kindness and care." The graphic also has digital illustrations of nurses.