Jefferson County Department of Arts Education

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

05/26/2026

Our JEFCOED students continue to shine brightly in the community! The talented student choir from Concord Elementary School stepped up to the microphone at Regions Field to perform the National Anthem for a packed crowd of Birmingham Barons fans.

Stepping onto a professional minor league baseball field can be intimidating, but our Concord Eagles soared! Led by their music teacher, Ms. Georgecia Cowan, the students delivered a beautiful rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner," and kicked off the ballgame in style. 💙🎶⚾️

05/15/2026

Check out our creative friends from JCIB!!! They have been working incredibly hard to bring these stunning, raised sculptures to life for the Voices of Peace Project Exhibit, opening tomorrow at the Birmingham Museum of Art.

You do not want to miss the chance to see these incredible works and the powerful stories behind them. Join us for the opening reception, celebrate our talented student artists, and experience how creativity can amplify peace.

📆 When:** Saturday, May 16th | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
📍 Where:** Birmingham Museum of Art

Bring a friend, immerse yourself in creativity, and let’s celebrate the power of peace through art together. See you there! ✨🎨💙

05/13/2026

We were truly honored to partner with America Sings! to bring the legendary John Jacobson and Jason Misner back to lead another high-energy, unforgettable PD session.l with our amazing Elementary Music teachers. So much fun and it’s always a privilege to learn from the best in the business!
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​A huge shout out to Principal Howard and the staff at Hueytown High School for being such gracious hosts. Your beautiful space provided the perfect backdrop for us to learn and grow together.

​There’s nothing quite like having teachers who are truly passionate about their craft. We can’t wait to see these new ideas in action with our students!

We love our Elementary Music teachers. 💙🎶

05/09/2026

We are incredibly proud to celebrate the academic achievements of our dedicated Arts Ed. teachers.

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Donna Smith, Assistant Band Director at Hueytown High School, on receiving her Education Specialist in Curriculum and Teacher Development and a Add on Masters Certificate in Teacher Leadership.

We are so proud your achievement. Your desire to continue glowing and glowing is admirable. Congratulations, Mrs. Smith. 🎉🎓💙

04/30/2026

Our Hueytown High School Choir knocked it out of the park with their performance of the National Anthem at the game! So proud of these students and their teacher Mrs. Leah McDowell for all of their hard work. 💙🎶⚾️

04/29/2026

✨ Welcome to the swamp… where fairy tales get flipped! ✨

Get ready for a hilarious, heartwarming adventure as our talented students bring Shrek Jr. to life on stage! 🐸💚 From a silly donkey to a misunderstood ogre, this show is packed with big laughs, bigger personalities, and a message that reminds us all to embrace what makes us unique.

🎭 Show Dates: May 1st-May 3rd
📍 Location: Minor High School Auditorium
🎟 Tickets: $10 Available on GoFan or at the door

All week long, we’ll be giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the magic, costumes, cast spotlights, rehearsals, and more… so stay tuned! 👀

Because sometimes… the best kind of “happily ever after” looks a little different.

04/29/2026

Dr. Moore Harris and Mrs. Shelly Bailey visited the Alabama State Capitol to celebrate the talented students representing Hueytown Intermediate at the All Across Alabama Art Show!

​A huge congratulations to Eden Poer and Kaylie Jimenez Veliz for having their artwork selected and presented. Representing Senate District #19 and House District #57, these young creators represent bright future of the Alabama arts community.

Ms. Jamie M. Lightfoot-Underwood, thank you for your dedication as their teacher and for nurturing their creative spirits.

​It was an inspiring day seeing Hueytown’s talent on display for the whole state to see!

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