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Hoover schools seek grant money to expand pre-K program
There is now one pre-K classroom at five schools, and officials are seeking grants to add six more pre-K classrooms, including at two new schools. Read more
Hoover school board member shares need for mentors for students
A pilot mentoring program already is operating in four Hoover schools and is set to be expanded to other schools. Read more
Jenna Powell, Jennaration Boutique
Most of the items at Jennaration Boutique are $50 or less, and they’re known for their personal service. You can shop at the store, online or through the app and join the Jennaration Boutique VIP page on Facebook. Read more
Photo courtesy of Cindy Warner.
MLES sends Napkinisms to patients at Children’s Hospital of Alabama
After hearing from guest speaker Billy Ivey, the founder of Napkinisms, students at Mt Laurel Elementary each wrote a Napkinism note to be sent to patients at Children’s Hospital of Alabama. Read more
OMES presents Vulcan statue
OMES was the first public school to be selected to host a Vulcan statue as part of the Vulcans on Parade, a project which began in 2015 from Project Corporate Leadership. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hoover breaks ground for 13-classroom addition at Berry Middle School
Actual construction on the $7.6 million project is set to begin Jan. 2 and should take 12 to 16 months, school officials said. Read more
Photo courtesy of Kristin Bundren.
Spain Park science teachers win national instruction awards
The Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching is the highest award given by the U.S. government to kindergarten through 12th-grade teachers of math and science, including computer science. Read more
Oak Mountain, Chelsea name Teachers of the Year
In October, ten teachers from Chelsea and Oak Mountain Schools were named Teacher of the Year for their respective schools after being selected by their peers. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson
Hoover schools superintendent proposes calendar for 2021-22
Her proposal, set for a vote by the school board on Dec. 10, would start the 2021-22 school year on Aug. 10 and allow a full week out for Thanksgiving. Read more
Photo courtesy of School House Granola.
Gaining from granola: County school-to-work program helps students learn life lessons
A school-to-work transition program that launched last year partners Shelby County students with local businesses, with the aim to allow students to gain work experience and learn the skills necessary to become independent, productive citizens. Read more
Photo courtesy of Heather Atkins.
OMES music educator earns Kodály certification
The method uses an approach to music education that was developed by Hungarian composer Zoltán Kodály and is used to train students in basic music skills and teach the reading and writing of music. Read more
Photo courtesy of Shelby County Schools.
Breakfast with dad: All Pro Dads program launches in Shelby County schools
The All Pro Dads Initiative for Shelby County Schools kicked off in the Shelby County school district this fall with chapters launching in elementary and intermediate schools. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson Starnes Media
Homeschoolers reaching new heights
High Point Climbing and Fitness on U.S. 280 in Inverness is the highest indoor climbing facility in the state. It offers homeschool P.E. classes for children ages 6-17 to learn about rock climbing. Read more
Photo by Sarah Finnegan.
Grant committee begins to review applications
Teachers in the five Chelsea schools will soon be receiving the funds requested for items for their classrooms and schools through the newly implemented Nick Grant Program. Read more
Photo courtesy of Bryan Carter.
Chelsea Park selected as an official Alabama Bicentennial School of Excellence
On Sept. 3, Gov. Kay Ivey announced Chelsea Park Elementary School was selected as one of 21 Alabama Bicentennial School of Excellence. Read more
Photo courtesy of Heather Hortman.
MLES Coin Drive raises almost $16,000
Mt Laurel Elementary School held its annual Coin Drive the week of Aug. 19-23, raising nearly $16,000. Read more
Photo courtesy of Michelle Olson.
Greystone Elementary celebrates 25 years
On Oct. 6, Greystone Elementary School will host a celebration from 3-4:30 p.m. to celebrate their 25th anniversary. Read more
Program focuses on students’ emotional wellness
One of the ways to end the stigma surrounding mental health issues is to start a conversation about it. This is the reasoning behind the Shelby Cares program that was implemented during the 2018-19 school year. Read more
Freshmen get schooled for the future
Later this month, Oak Mountain High School freshmen will get a perspective of what it’s like to live in the real world when the Shelby County Chamber brings its ShelbyOne initiative program “Keeping It Real” to their campus Oct. 24. Read more
Hoover officials delay decision on 2021-22 school calendar
District officials say they will seek more feedback about priorities with another survey, likely after Thanksgiving. Read more
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