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Hoover school support employees plead with school board for pay raises
A school system committee has recommended raises for secretaries, registrars, bookkeepers, custodians, bus drivers, child nutrition workers and maintenance workers. more
Submitted by Nina Marie Costa
Greystone Elementary wins $3,000 from Chrysler’s Cars for Classrooms fundraiser
On Sept. 27, Chrysler brand provided Greystone Elementary with a $3,000 check as a runner up recipient in a recent grand prize sweepstakes, Cars for Classrooms fundraiser, hosted by Chrysler brand. more
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Hoover school board approves $13.5 million renovation contract for Riverchase career center
Stone Building was the lowest of three bidders for the project, which is slated for completion by the end of June 2019. more
Submitted by Hoover City Schools
8 Spain Park students earn National Merit Semifinalist status
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) has announced the names of approximately 16,000 Semifinalists in the 64th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. more
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Hoover school board passes $191 million budget for fiscal year 2019
The budget projects $13.3 million will be needed to convert the former Riverchase Middle School into a skilled trades center called the Riverchase Career Connection Center. more
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Oak Mountain students to host Shelby County Schools leadership conference
While the conference will only last one day, students will be able to continue learning and building leadership skills. more
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Foundation gives $35,000 in grants to Hoover teachers
Here’s a look at the projects that received regular grant money this year. more
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Chelsea High addition, Oak Mountain Elementary STEM lab open doors to students
Seeking to accommodate rising enrollment, Chelsea High School will begin the new academic year with a new, two-story wing on the school’s northeast side. more
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Assistant superintendent finds new role in career center
Dodson helped with the acquisition of the building from Pelham City Schools and has been heavily involved in plans for renovation and the career programs that will be there. more
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School bus driver shortage, strong demand causing challenges for Hoover
School officials are hiring extra bus drivers to help take care of an unexpected demand for bus service. more
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Hoover City Schools celebrates 30 years at back-to-school gathering
Superintendent Kathy Murphy encouraged faculty to build upon the vision of those who started the school system and keep fulfilling dreams. more
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Assistant Superintendent Ron Dodson to lead Hoover's new skilled trades center
Dodson will become director of the Riverchase Career Connection Center on Oct. 1. more
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Future superintendent discusses goals, challenges in new role
Lewis Brooks’ priorities include collaboration with businesses, promoting technology and school safety. more
Sydney Cromwell
4 Shelby superintendents share "State of the Schools" for 2018
The panel was part of the Greater Shelby Chamber of Commerce's monthly luncheon. more
Mark and Merrilee Coby
OMHS student scores 36 on ACT
Michael A. Coby, son of Mark and Merrilee Coby and a senior at Oak Mountain High School, earned the highest possible ACT composite score of 36 on the June 2018 ACT exam. more
Photo by Erica Techo.
Back-to-school tax holiday set for July 20-22
For the second year in a row, the back-to-school tax-free weekend will take place in July. more
Photos by Jon Anderson.
Cooper signs off after 10 years on school board
Only a few people have been asked to serve more than one five-year term on the Hoover school board, and Green Valley resident Earl Cooper is one of them. more
Erica Techo
Superintendent candidates discuss goals, future of Shelby County Schools
The primary election will take place June 5. more
Photos by Erica Techo.
Camp Journey expands to Chelsea Middle School
Educational resource returns for 2nd year for rising 6th-graders. more
Hoover school board gives Superintendent Kathy Murphy $20,000 raise, plus longevity incentive
Murphy's salary now will be $218,900, and she will get a $40,000 bonus if she stays employed with Hoover five years. more
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