Schools
VHCS working to make schools safer, more welcoming place
Director of Student Services Jennifer Bailey gave an update to the Board on Sept. 28 about how the school system is working to improve the school environment for everyone. Read more
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NaphCare to award 8 scholarships to 2021 seniors
Interested seniors should contact their school counselor or go online to download the application early. All seniors are eligible to apply. Read more
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VHCS 50th anniversary celebration set for Oct. 5
The Vestavia Hills Board of Education was formed on April 30, 1970, with the first school opening Aug. 31 of that year. Read more
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VHHS theater to produce ‘Steel Magnolias’ and ‘Night of the Living Dead’
The Vestavia Hills High School theater department will perform “Steel Magnolias” and “Night of the Living Dead” this fall, with some restrictions because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
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Despite ‘unknowns’ of pandemic, new VHCS budget ‘encouraging,’ CFO says
To deal with those unexpected costs, the system budgeted for a roughly $1 million increase in instructional support expenses. Read more
Photo courtesy of David Miles.
Longtime leaders, teachers, coach in inaugural Hall of Fame class
“The inaugural class of the VHCS Hall of Fame is the gold standard for educators,” Vestavia Hills City Schools Superintendent Todd Freeman said. Read more
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13 Vestavia Hills High School students named National Merit Semifinalists
Semifinalists represent less than 1% of all U.S. high school seniors and are the highest-scoring entrants in their respective states. Read more
Inaugural Vestavia Hills City Schools HOF class announced
The class includes Buddy Anderson, Helen Holley, David Miles, Carlton Smith and Kay Tipton. Read more
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A letter from the new Vestavia Hills City Schools Foundation president
As we begin a challenging and unprecedented school year, the Vestavia Hills City Schools Foundation continues to be committed to helping our school system achieve the academic excellence that we are all accustomed to… and very fortunate to have. Read more
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Vestavia Hills City Schools Foundation donates $130,000 to school system
The Foundation’s $130,000 gift is its second largest in the organization’s 24-year history. Read more
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PTO leaders for 2020-21 school year announced
An integral part of Vestavia Hills CitySchools is the relationship between parents and teachers, helped along by each school’s PTO. Here are the leaders for each school’s PTO for the 2020-21 school year. Read more
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Career pathways program ramps up in Vestavia Hills schools
The school system is expanding options for students to pursue career-themed courses before they leave campus. Read more
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‘Injustices’ in school system, Rebel name, leadership changes stir debate
The leadership change at the high school prompted protest by students and others in early August. Read more
Budget presented at BOE meeting, more speak out about Rebel name
The budget anticipates a slight increase in local revenues. Read more
Photo Courtesy of Laine Williams
Vestavia Student Selected for Internship to Assist NASA Scientists with Mosquito Habitat Study
Kuleen experienced a unique opportunity, working with professional scientists and engineers at the cutting edge of NASA science, being part of a science team, and exploring STEM career options firsthand. Read more
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VHHS Well-Represented in National School Spirit Awards
Although the voting took place in 2020, the Awards Program was cancelled for the year due to the pandemic without naming the ultimate winners of any category. Read more
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Vestavia Hills City Schools Foundation Receives $50,000 Donation
The Stockard family recently gave the Vestavia Hills City Schools Foundation $50,000. Read more
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Vestavia school board gives update on reopening plan
The first day of school has been pushed back to Aug. 20. Read more
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Choose your classroom: Traditional and remote learning models available to Vestavia students
Should students choose to switch from the traditional model or the remote model, they can do so, but once they do, they must stay in that model for the rest of the semester. Read more
New Liberty Park principal follows in family’s footsteps
In her role as an educator and administrator, Inabinet is passionate about developing the whole child and focusing on the whole educational experience. Read more
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