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Metro Roundup: Shades Cahaba students organize plastic straw ban
The plastic straw ban was organized by five fourth-grade students at the school after their teacher, Rebecca Smith, asked them to think about ways they could make a difference. Read more
Photo by Jon Anderson.
Metro Roundup: Rocky Ridge Principal named 2020 National Distinguished Principal for Alabama
Uswatte, principal at Rocky Ridge for five years, found out she won the award in a surprise ceremony at her school. Read more
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Vestavia Hills schools release guidance on rest of school year
School leaders released a 20-minute video on Wednesday afternoon. Read more
BOE hears update on coronavirus impact
Superintendent Todd Freeman briefed the board on the plan moving forward. Read more
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Leadership Vestavia Hills provides lunches during spring break to Vestavia students
The group had raised $7,600 as of Wednesday to support local restaurants while providing lunches for children who need them. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
New assessment designed to improve student evaluation
Students in grades 2-8 will be tested on English language arts and math, while students in fourth, sixth and eighth grade will be tested on science. Read more
Staff photo.
Vestavia Hills City Schools prepares for 50th birthday
In addition to the city of Vestavia Hills turning 70 years old this year, the city’s school system will celebrate its 50th birthday in August. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Technology making future brighter for students with special needs
Devices can now help nonverbal students express their needs, video technology allows students to create different projects, and dictation software now trains itself to understand students’ voices. Read more
Submitted by Darin White.
Rebelettes win first national championship
The Vestavia Hills High School dance group won their first title in their 20-year history. Read more
VHHS students perform well at HOSA state conference
10 Vestavia Hills School students qualified to represent the local Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) chapter in various medical competitions at the Alabama HOSA State Leadership Conference on Feb. 20-21 in Montgomery. Read more
Emily Featherston
Pizitz Middle School Builds Legacy on New Campus "Brick by Brick"
Everyone is invited to become a permanent part of the new campus by donating for a commemorative brick. Read more
Vestavia Hills High School to host “Music on the Mountain” featuring Walker Burroughs and Emma Klein
The show will begin at 7:00 p.m. and feature local artist and American Idol finalist Walker Burroughs with special guest Emma Klein. Read more
Liberty Park Middle School to host STEAM Family Festival
Liberty Park Middle School will host its first STEAM Family Festival on Saturday, March 7, from 10:00 a.m. to noon at LPMS. Read more
Neal Embry Starnes Media
School leaders working to streamline career and technical education
The board heard an update on the effort from Antonio Cooper, director of curriculum and instruction. Read more
Photo Courtesy of Tait Stoddard.
Foundation awards grants to Vestavia Hills schools
Setting yet another record, the Vestavia Hills City Schools Foundation awarded $142,170 in grants to Vestavia Hills schools this year. Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Theater students plan for future on and off stage
Annie Kane, Josh Norris and Kirk Kirkpatrick all took different routes to find their love of theater, but the three seniors all plan to pursue a theater career after starring in “Legally Blonde” at Vestavia Hills High School this spring. Read more
Staff photo.
Vestavia Hills High School competes to be country’s “Most Spirited High School”
Vote for Vestavia Hills High School until Feb. 25! Read more
Photo by Erin Nelson.
Vestavia Hills High School Holds a Princess and Superhero Meet & Greet
The 4th annual RISE Princess and Superhero Meet & Greet will be held at Vestavia Hills High School Gymnasium on Feb. 22, 2020. Read more
Photo by Emily Featherston.
Vestavia Hills High School Holds the Rebel Run, a 5K and 1-mile Fun Run
The 10th annual Rebel Run will be held at Vestavia Hills High School on Saturday, March 14, 2020. The event will consist of a 5K color run followed by a 1-mile color Fun Run. Read more
Southminster student wins state award
Southminster Day School fifth grader Sherilyn Kau has been named the Alabama state winner of the American History Essay Contest. Read more
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