Hoover Schools
Departing Hoover schools superintendent described as dedicated leader who was perfect fit for past 5 years
“We needed someone tough as nails, and we got tough as nails,” Hoover school board President Deanna Bamman said. “She doesn’t run from adversity or challenges. She will face them head on.” Read more
Nov 25, 2020
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COVID-19 spike pushes Hoover schools back to staggered instruction format
Students in Hoover public schools who chose in-person instruction will return to a staggered in-person schedule the Monday after Thanksgiving, school officials said Friday. Read more
Nov 20, 2020
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Hoover school class sizes may increase if more funding not found, superintendent says
Teacher salary increases and rising special education costs are creating challenges for local boards of education such as the Hoover school board and threatening student-teacher ratios. Read more
Nov 11, 2020
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Spain Park’s Hamilton wins presidential award for science teaching
Pamela Hamilton, who is in her 24th year of teaching high school, was one of two teachers from Alabama selected for the national award this year. Read more
Oct 29, 2020
Hoover parents, teacher favor longer Thanksgiving break over later school start
The Hoover school board plans to vote on a 2022-23 school calendar at its Nov. 9 meeting. Read more
Oct 19, 2020
