October is #NationalPrincipalsMonth! Today we honor the incredible leaders who guide the schools in our Calera Zone each and every day. Your vision, dedication, and heart make a lasting impact - empowering students and staff to achieve excellence in the classroom and beyond. Thank you for all you do!
#EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence #DoGreatThings
October is #NationalPrincipalsMonth! Today we honor the incredible leaders who guide the schools in our Vincent Zone each and every day. Your vision, dedication, and heart make a lasting impact - empowering students and staff to achieve excellence in the classroom and beyond. Thank you for all you do!
#EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence #DoGreatThings
At our Admin Meetings earlier this week, we were excited to recognize our schools for their efforts related to attendance throughout the month of September.
Our community zone winner was Oak Mountain, announced by the arrival of the Eagle mascot! Schools in Oak Mountain achieved an Average Daily Attendance (ADA) of 97% throughout September - incredible! Great job to all of our school zones: Chelsea (96%), Helena (96%), Calera (95%), Columbiana (95%), Montevallo (95%), and Vincent (95%).
🏅Grade Level Winners and Overall Winner - September ADA🏅
Elementary: Oak Mountain Intermediate (98%)
Middle: Oak Mountain Middle (97%)
High: Chelsea High & Oak Mountain High (96%)
Overall Winner: Oak Mountain Intermediate (98%)
🏅Greatest ADA Improvement (comparing September 2024 to September 2025)🏅
Shelby Elementary: 2% increase (to 95%)
Calera Middle: 2% increase (to 96%)
Oak Mountain Elementary: 1% increase (to 97%)
Wilsonville Elementary: 1% increase (to 96%)
Columbiana Middle: 1% increase (to 95%)
Montevallo Middle: 1% increase (to 95%)
Vincent Middle/High: 1% increase (to 94%)
Tamika Whitt will serve as Assistant Principal at Calera High. Ms. Whitt has nearly two decades of experience as an educator. She has taught Business Education and currently serves as Administrative Assistant and Assistant Athletic Director at Calera High.
Jessica Cummings will serve as Assistant Principal at Helena Elementary School. Mrs. Cummings has 17 years of experience as an educator and currently serves as the Administrative Assistant at Helena Elementary. Before this role, she taught Kindergarten at Helena Elementary and Chelsea Park Elementary.
October is #NationalPrincipalsMonth! Today we honor the incredible leaders who guide the schools in our Oak Mountain Zone each and every day. Your vision, dedication, and heart make a lasting impact - empowering students and staff to achieve excellence in the classroom and beyond. Thank you for all you do!
#EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence #DoGreatThings
This week we are celebrating National School Bus Safety Week!
Each morning and afternoon, thousands of Shelby County students begin and end their day on a bus - greeted by the friendly faces of drivers who do far more than just transport them from one place to another. They ensure every child arrives safely, ready to learn, dream, and grow.
In every bus seat is a story in the making - a future leader, creator, or innovator. Our commitment to safety helps protect those stories and the incredible journeys they represent.
Let’s take a moment to thank our transportation teams for their care, professionalism, and dedication to our students every single day and let’s all do our part to make every ride a safe one!
#DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
Shelby 101 Class #2 is in the books! 🚍🔧
Our Shelby 101 participants spent their second session learning all about what it takes to keep Shelby County Schools running smoothly each day. This class focused on district operations - including maintenance, transportation, and child nutrition.
Participants got to go behind the scenes with a short field trip, touring both the warehouse and bus shop to see firsthand how our teams support students and staff across the district.
We appreciate their enthusiasm and curiosity as they continue learning more about the people and processes that make Shelby County Schools an A+ district!
#DoGreatThings #Shelby101 #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
Our Shelby 101 participants spent their second session learning all about what it takes to keep Shelby County Schools running smoothly each day. This class focused on district operations - including maintenance, transportation, and child nutrition.
Participants got to go behind the scenes with a short field trip, touring both the warehouse and bus shop to see firsthand how our teams support students and staff across the district.
We appreciate their enthusiasm and curiosity as they continue learning more about the people and processes that make Shelby County Schools an A+ district!
#DoGreatThings #Shelby101 #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
Please join us in congratulating two outstanding Shelby County leaders recognized by the Alabama State Department of Education! 🎉
🏆 Malinda Nichols, Oak Mountain Middle School - 2025 Alabama History Teacher of the Year, State School Board District Three
🏆 Dr. Mathew Epps, CTEC - 2025 Alabama High School Principal of the Year, State School Board District Three
We are so proud of their dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence in Shelby County Schools! #DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
🏆 Malinda Nichols, Oak Mountain Middle School - 2025 Alabama History Teacher of the Year, State School Board District Three
🏆 Dr. Mathew Epps, CTEC - 2025 Alabama High School Principal of the Year, State School Board District Three
We are so proud of their dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence in Shelby County Schools! #DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
Snapshots from the 2025 Shelby County Leadership Conference 💡
Students from all over the district gathered together to learn, connect, and grow. Ideas were sparked and leaders were strengthened. Thanks to all involved in making today such an impactful event!
#DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
Students from all over the district gathered together to learn, connect, and grow. Ideas were sparked and leaders were strengthened. Thanks to all involved in making today such an impactful event!
#DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
Attendance Awareness Month wrapped up last week, and we are so grateful for your continued support and partnership! Thanks to your efforts, our schools saw a reduction in absences during September.
Let's keep that momentum going in the months ahead by making attendance a priority every day. This calendar can help your family plan vacations and events to avoid missing important instructional time.
#DoGreatThings #MissingSchoolIsMissingOut #AttendanceAwarenessMonth
Let's keep that momentum going in the months ahead by making attendance a priority every day. This calendar can help your family plan vacations and events to avoid missing important instructional time.
#DoGreatThings #MissingSchoolIsMissingOut #AttendanceAwarenessMonth
Today, singers from all Shelby County middle and high schools who are planning to audition for All State Honor choirs gathered at the Shelby County Instructional Services Center for a choral intensive workshop. Their choir directors worked with them on their audition pieces to better prepare them for the November auditions. We wish them the best of luck!
District leaders, administrators, and teachers gathered Wednesday and Thursday for CSI (Continuous School Improvement) meetings. The meetings are an important part of the Shelby County Schools instructional process, where data is reviewed and improvement plans are developed to ensure student success.
#DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
#DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
Daily attendance is a skill that, when learned at an early age, brings lifelong benefits. Thank you for partnering with Shelby County Schools to encourage your child to attend school daily, so they are prepared for their journey toward making a positive contribution to the world.
#DoGreatThings #MissingSchoolIsMissingOut #AttendanceAwarenessMonth
Congratulations to Chelsea Park Elementary School on being recognized as a 2025 Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Lighthouse School. The school will be officially recognized for this special honor at the Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Conference in Orlando, FL, in December.
The race is on as we enter the last full week of September! 🏆
Every day counts - let's make attendance a priority and see which community will lead the way! #DoGreatThings #MissingSchoolIsMissingOut #AttendanceAwarenessMonth
Every day counts - let's make attendance a priority and see which community will lead the way! #DoGreatThings #MissingSchoolIsMissingOut #AttendanceAwarenessMonth
Congratulations to our National Merit Semifinalists! We are so proud of these amazing students! #DoGreatThings #PreparedForTheJourney #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
As we continue recognizing September as School Attendance Awareness Month, it is important to know the difference between Truancy vs. Chronic Absence. Every day matters! 📚
#DoGreatThings #MissingSchoolIsMissingOut
#DoGreatThings #MissingSchoolIsMissingOut
Hard work. Dedication. Talent.
Last night, every Shelby County Schools high school band brought their halftime show to life at the 2025 Showcase of Bands. And wow, did they shine! 🎵🌟
#DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
Last night, every Shelby County Schools high school band brought their halftime show to life at the 2025 Showcase of Bands. And wow, did they shine! 🎵🌟
#DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
September is School Attendance Awareness Month, and our seven SCS communities are competing for the best attendance! Every day matters - because when students are in school, they're learning, growing, and achieving. Show your pride, make attendance a priority, and let's see which community will come out on top! 🌟
#DoGreatThings #MissingSchoolIsMissingOut #AttendanceAwarenessMonth
#DoGreatThings #MissingSchoolIsMissingOut #AttendanceAwarenessMonth
