🎉 Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it! On June 27, our Student Services Department hosted the annual Community Partners Cookout—a special day to celebrate the incredible organizations and individuals who support our students and families throughout the year. 🌭
From mental health resources to school safety and everything in between, your partnership makes a real difference in the lives of our students. Thank you for playing a vital role in our school district. We truly couldn’t do it without you!
From mental health resources to school safety and everything in between, your partnership makes a real difference in the lives of our students. Thank you for playing a vital role in our school district. We truly couldn’t do it without you!
Wendy Cespedes will serve as Principal at Oak Mountain Elementary. Mrs. Cespedes has 13 years of experience in education and currently serves as Principal at Montevallo Elementary School. She previously served as an assistant principal at Vincent Elementary and as a second-grade teacher at Mt Laurel and Forest Oaks Elementary schools.
The SCS Transportation Department was recognized by Dr. Lewis Brooks with the Journey Shaper Award in recognition of recent state awards given to Rick Vines and Wanda Adams and for the department's assistance with providing training for the ALSDE Transportation Department.
Yesterday we celebrated the "Brainy Bunch" here in Shelby County Schools with the FOR Teachers, BY Teachers conference. The day was organized and led by our very own teachers from across the district and was filled with lots of learning, laughter, and meaningful conversations. It was an inspiring day and left everyone filled with excitement for the school year ahead. The best part, we will continue this learning on July 21st!
Congratulations to Heather English from Chelsea Middle School, who was recently named the Chiquita Marbury Technology Innovation Award Winner at the Alabama Educational Technology Conference. The focus of the Chiquita Marbury Technology Innovation Award is to spotlight K-12 educators, administrators, and support personnel. The award, sponsored by the Alabama Department of Education, honors Chiquita Marbury's invaluable years of service as a technology innovator in Alabama by recognizing educators who are exemplary models of technology teachers and leaders.
Every year Shelby County Schools is fortunate to partner with local Law Enforcement and Compact to host Camp Journey at different campuses throughout our system. The camp is geared towards rising 6th graders where students are provided hands-on instruction about local law enforcement practices while building character and leadership skills. The first camp kicked off at Helena Middle School this year.
Earlier this week, SCISC hosted the Dually Served Student Summit - a day of Professional Development that focused on the collaboration and coordination of services for students that are English Learners with IEPs. It was a great time of learning and solidified partnerships across our county in a joint effort to better serve our students 🌎 #DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
Jan Curtis will serve as Coordinator of Instruction for Shelby County Schools. Mrs. Curtis has over 25 years of experience in education and currently serves as the Principal at Oak Mountain Elementary School.
Ashli Polizos will serve as Principal at Oak Mountain Middle School. Mrs. Polizos is a National Board Certified teacher with 19 years of experience in education. Most recently, she served as an assistant principal at Oak Mountain Middle School.
Dr. Ken Thornbrough will serve as Principal of Shelby County High School. Dr. Thornbrough is in his 23rd year in education and is currently serving as an Assistant Principal at Chelsea Middle School.
Bethany Aultman will serve as Assistant Principal at Shelby County High School. Mrs. Aultman is beginning her tenth year in education and currently serves as Special Education Program Area Specialist.
Congratulations to Rick Vines, who was named Supervisor of the Year and Wanda Adams who won Secretary of the Year from the Alabama School Transportstion Association tonight. ASTA took nominations and the ALSDE transportation department voted for the winners.
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Yesterday, Shelby County Schools hosted the Journey Transition Conference - a conference designed for students, parents, and teachers of middle and high school students with a 504 plan or an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Families and educators were guided through the essential steps of preparing students for life beyond high school, with a focus on functional life skills, career exploration, and the transition to college. #DoGreatThings #EmpoweringAndInspiringExcellence
Congratulations to the following school counselors selected by their school-counseling peers as the 2024-25 Shelby County School Counselors of the Year. Surprise visits were made to each school to present these awards and provide celebratory time with their school families. Elementary Counselor of the Year: Jamie Ruth Hitch - Oak Mountain Elementary School, Middle School Counselor of the Year: DeAsia McNeal - Helena Middle School, High School Counselor of the Year: Jordan Robbins - Vincent Middle High School.
Thanks to all of our students and staff who participated in #SCSBeSeenInGreen today to recognize May as Mental Health Awareness Month!
Shelby County Schools is thrilled to recognize our outstanding First Year Teachers of the Year! Lilly Mathis, a second-grade teacher from Oak Mountain Elementary, and Allison Middendorf, a sixth-grade teacher from Helena Middle School, were honored at the Board of Education Meeting on May 15. Allison and Lily, thank you for making such a positive impact on our students from day one! We are so proud to have you in the Shelby County Schools family! 🍎
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Today, celebrate our school communicators in Shelby County Schools, Cindy Warner, APR, and Cole Pevey for National School Communicators Day! 📣 From sharing important updates to highlighting student and staff achievements and fostering community connections, their work is vital to our success. Thank you for being the voice of SCS!
Also, congratulations to Cindy Warner for recently being named one of the four finalists for the National School Public Relations Association's National Communicator of the Year award, which will be announced in July.
Today, we take a moment to shower our incredible school nurses with appreciation on National School Nurse Appreciation Day! 🎉
More than just administering bandages and ice packs, our school nurses are the heart of health and well-being in our schools. They are the compassionate caregivers who provide vital medical care and support to our students and staff. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure a safe and healthy learning environment for everyone. From managing complex medical conditions to offering a comforting presence, our nurses go above and beyond every single day. Their dedication, expertise, and caring spirit make a profound difference in the lives of our students, allowing them to thrive both academically and personally.
To all our phenomenal Shelby County School Nurses: Thank you for your unwavering commitment, your endless compassion, and the countless ways you support our students and schools. We are deeply grateful for all that you do! ❤️
