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On Feb. 11, the University of Montevallo’s College of Education and Human Development held an awards dinner to recognize the achievements of its outstanding alumni. The college presented awards in several categories to recognize accomplishments by alumni who have shown dedication and exemplary commitment to teaching. Those honored from Shelby County Schools were:
2025 Outstanding Alumnus in Secondary Education: Chris Oravet (Calera Middle School )
2025 Lifetime Commitment to Education Award: Dr. Lewis Brooks (Superintendent)
Congratulations to Dr. Brooks and Mr. Oravet on receiving these awards and thank you for your commitment to education.
High school juniors across the district recently had an opportunity to interact with college recruiters at college fair events held at the Shelby County Arts Council and the Shelby County Instructional Services Center. The Alabama Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers sponsored and organized the event.
🏆 Varsity Scholar’s Bowl Champions! 🏆
Congratulations to our Varsity High Scorers from each school:
📚 CAHS - Mackenzie Ovando & Chase Settle
📚 CHHS - Kennie Campbell
📚 HLHS - Anna Havercroft
📚 MNHS - Yan Shan Zou
📚 OMHS - Brandon Cui
📚 SCHS - Logan Loyd
📚 VMHS - Conner Buchanan
🎖 Top Individual Performers:
🥉 3rd Place - Brandon Cui (OMHS)
🥈 2nd Place - Kennie Campbell (CHHS)
🥇 1st Place - Logan Loyd (SCHS)
🏆 Top Varsity Teams:
🥉 3rd Place - Helena High School
🥈 2nd Place - Shelby County High School
🥇 1st Place - Oak Mountain High
🏆 JV Scholar’s Bowl Standouts! 🏆
Congratulations to our JV High Scorers from each school:
📚 CAHS - Noah Walker
📚 CHHS - Ella Gurtler
📚 HLHS - Edward Boadi
📚 MNHS - Atticus Plott
📚 OMHS - Joshua Chatham
📚 SCHS - Ronin Wilkins
📚 VMHS - Levi Young
🎖 Top Individual Performers:
🥉 3rd Place - Ella Gurtler (CHHS)
🥈 2nd Place - Joshua Chatham (OMHS)
🥇 1st Place - Ronin Wilkins (SCHS)
🏆 Top JV Teams:
🥉 3rd Place - Chelsea High School
🥈 2nd Place - Shelby County High School
🥇 1st Place - Helena High School
8th-grade Scholar's Bowl Standouts!
Congratulations to our 8th-grade high scorers from each school:
📚 CAMS - Whisper Jones
📚 CHMS - Noah Henderickson
📚 COMS - Sharkey Clark
📚 HLMS - Andrew Etheridge
📚 MVMS - Jennifer Landaverde-Lara
📚 OMMS - Noah Chatham
📚 VMHS - Jordan Blake
🎖 Top Individual Performers:
🥉 3rd Place - Noah Henderickson (CHMS)
🥈 2nd Place - Jennifer Landaverde-Lara (MVMS)
🥇 1st Place - Noah Chatham (OMMS)
🏆 Top 8th-grade Teams:
🥉 3rd Place - Columbiana Middle School
🥈 2nd Place - Chelsea Middle School
🥇 1st Place - Oak Mountain Middle School
7th-grade Scholar's Bowl Standouts!
Congratulations to our 7th-grade high scorers from each school:
📚 CAMS - Ronin Delong
📚 CHMS - Owen Gurtler
📚 COMS - Liam Cole
📚 HLMS - Machara Crawford
📚 OMMS - Hansika Kathait
📚 VMHS - August Lee
🎖 Top Individual Performers:
🥉 3rd Place - Owen Gurtler (CHMS)
🥈 2nd Place - Liam Cole (COMS)
🥇 1st Place - Hansika Kathait (OMMS)
🏆 Top 7th-grade Teams:
🥉 3rd Place - Chelsea Middle School
🥈 2nd Place - Columbiana Middle School
🥇 1st Place - Oak Mountain Middle School
6th Grade Scholars’ Bowl Champions! 🏆
Congratulations to our 6th Grade High Scorers from each school:
📚 CAMS - Davis Dolbare
📚 CHMS - Shriyans Roy
📚 CMMS - Jackson Gray
📚 HLMS - Jackson Houser
📚 MNMS - Danny Carrillo
📚 OMMS - Dan Brewer
📚 VMHS - Hunter Pilkington
🎖 Top Individual Performers:
🥉 3rd Place - Jackson Gray (CMMS)
🥈 2nd Place - Jackson Houser (HLMS)
🥇 1st Place - Shriyans Roy (CHMS)
🏆 Top 6th Grade Teams:
🥉 3rd Place - Helena Middle School
🥈 2nd Place - Oak Mountain Middle School
🥇 1st Place - Chelsea Middle School (Undefeated!)
In addition to the judge's choices for the 8th grade Science Fair, students were also allowed to rotate through each project and vote on the following awards:
"The Eureka Award" For the most innovative and original idea;
Gabriel Almeida, Exploring pH with Purple Cabbage, Helena Middle
"The Future Scientist Award" For the project that shows the most potential for real-world application; Christine White & Charlee Loomis, How does Surface Temperature Affect Fingerprints?, Vincent Middle
"The Problem-Solver Award" For the project that tackles a challenging problem with exceptional creativity, Oscar Hernandez,
The Solar Roller, Montevallo Middle
"The Eco-Warrior Award" For the project that makes the biggest impact on environmental sustainability, Sophie Davis, Biodegradable Plastic vs. Plastic Bottles, Helena Middle
"The Data Dynamo Award" For the project with the most thorough and well-organized data analysis. Xayden Lockett, The Affect of Surface Area on the Rate of Chemical Reactions, Montevallo "The Eye-Catcher Award" For the most visually appealing and well-presented display. Mayra Villegas, Candle Race, Montevallo Middle
"The Curiosity Catalyst Award" For the project that inspires others to explore and ask questions, Sophia Heller, Unidentified Flying Object, Helena Middle
"The Wow Factor Award" For the project that leaves everyone amazed and impressed, Hannah Reyes, Vision of Color, Helena Middle
Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 8th-grade Science Fair. Judges were allowed to select three projects to receive Honorable Mention and award 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. All of these students have the opportunity to compete at UAB’s Central Alabama Science & Engineering Fair (CARSEF).
1st Place - Hannah Reyes, Vision of Color, Helena Middle School
2nd Place - Christine White and Charlee Loomis, How Does Surface Temperature Affect Fingerprints, Vincent Middle School
3rd Place - Sophie Davis, Biodegradable Plastic vs. Plastic Bottles, Helena Middle School.
Honorable Mentions:
Xayden Lockett, The Affect of Surface Area on the Rate of Chemical Reactions - Montevallo Middle School
Jennifer Landaverde, How Clean is Clean? - Montevallo Middle School
Clara Tuck, LEDs and Batteries - Helena Middle School
Attorney General Steve Marshall was on hand today to present Elvin Hill Elementary School with the 2024 Safe Schools Initiative Award which was formally announced in December. Joining Marshall was the three-person judging panel that oversaw the selection process for the awards comprised of Dale Stripling and Seth Sullivan from the Alabama State Department of Education and Pam Revels with the Lee County Sheriff's Office. Elvin Hill Elementary was one of six schools chosen for the award statewide. According to Marshall, EHES was the only school scoring a perfect score on the four-phased application process.
Congratulations to our EHES administrators, teachers, School Resource Officers, and students on this important achievement!
This week, we celebrate the incredible school counselors who empower, support, and guide our students daily. From academic planning to emotional well-being, their dedication helps shape bright futures.
Join us in thanking our amazing counselors for the difference they make! Drop a comment to share how a school counselor has impacted you or your student. #NSCW25 #SchoolCounselorsRock #ThankACounselor
Congratulations to the Chelsea High School Health Science Class of 2025 who participated in their White Jacket and Certified Patient Care Technician pinning this morning. These senior internship students passed the CPCT exam with a 100 % pass rate and have earned the privilege of attending hands-on patient care clinicals at Shelby Baptist Medical Center and Heart South Cardiovascular Group.
Brent McCaleb has been appointed as the interim principal for New Direction. McCaleb has 30 years of experience in public education and most recently served as assistant principal of Helena High School.
Ashli Polizos will serve as assistant principal of Oak Mountain Middle School. Polizos is a National Board certified teacher who has served in education for almost 19 years. She taught middle school and high school for 12 years. She most recently served as assistant principal at Oak Mountain High School.
NOW AVAILABLE - Our school app is getting an update to make staying connected easier than ever! This update introduces a new bottom navigation to quickly access all messages, announcements and notifications - no toggling required. Update from your device's app store by searching "Shelby AL Schools".
All Shelby County Schools will be open and will operate on a normal schedule on Wednesday, January 22.
Due to the threat of winter weather, Shelby County Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 21. Students will transition to remote learning. All extracurricular activities are also canceled.
🎉 January is Board Member Recognition Month, and we’re proud to celebrate the incredible leaders who guide Shelby County Schools! Our Board of Education Members dedicate their time, talents, and vision to ensuring the success of our students and staff. Their commitment to academic excellence and empowering the next generation is truly inspiring.
Please join us in thanking David Bobo, Amber Polk, Peg Hill, Billy Holliday, and JiJi Lawley for their service and leadership. Thank you for all you do!
#BoardMemberRecognitionMonth #EmpoweringandInspiringExcellence
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