Shades Valley High School

The Jefferson County School district improved from an 81 to an 82 on the most recent Alabama State report card. In addition, 70% of JEFCOED schools saw growth in their report car...

Superintendent's Message Hello JEFCOED Family, As we wind down school right before Thanksgiving, we’ve got some good news to share today. JEFCOED has gone up on the state rep...

We are thrilled to announce the development of a state-of-the-art Automotive Training Center at Shades Valley High School! This facility will serve as a hub for hands-on learning,...

Join Dr. Gonsoulin, Superintendent of Jefferson County Schools, as he shares important updates for our district, including recent changes to our school board.

Bravo👏 to four JEFCOED art educators who recently took home awards at the Alabama Art Education Association's 2024 Fall Conference in Auburn, AL. The 80s prom theme set a fun back...

The Jefferson County Board of Education will hold its annual meeting on Monday, November 4, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. at the Board's office, 2100 18th Street South, Birmingham, Alabama, a...

JEFCOED is excited to announce the launch of its latest mobile art education initiative, the Mobile Visual Art Expressions Box Truck, our second mobile classroom, an innovative an...

Jefferson County Schools Superintendent Dr. Walter Gonsoulin has been chosen as the Alabama/Schneider Electric 2025 Superintendent of the Year, as awarded by the School Superinte...

The Jefferson County Board of Education will have a Special Called Board meeting on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. for the purpose of conducting general board business, ...

This October, Jefferson County Schools proudly celebrates National School Principals Month, a time to recognize and highlight the essential role principals play in the success of ...

Birmingham, AL - JEFCOED students will be able to receive breakfast and lunch at no cost beginning August 8th. The free meals will continue for at least the duration of the 202...