Academy of Hospitality and Tourism-Wenonah

It is with great sadness the Academy of Hospitality and Tourism of Wenonah mourns the passing of Alum Miles J. Hopkins.

Miles was a very dedicated advocate for Academies of Bham. He served on the NAF Alumni Focus Panel and represented Wenonah AOHT well. He will be missed by all.

His legacy will live on through the lives he inspired, the people he encouraged, and his family he loved so dearly.

Please keep the Hopkins
family in your thoughts and prayers.

Rest in Peace, Miles.

A Celebration of Life Service
for Miles J. Hopkins will be held on
June 19, 2026 at 1PM
@ Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church located at:
3510 Todd Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35221.

W.E Lusain Funeral Home
629 Goldwire Way SW, Birmingham, AL 35211

Academy Alumni Spotlight: Congratulations Dastani Davaidson...Job Well Done!!!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1aTD9VRKJD/

AOHT Alumni - Class of 2015: Congratulations to John Goodwin and Team @ Hog and Hominy - Memphis, TN on your excellent accomplishment!!!

Memphis is featured in the MICHELIN Guide American South, which evaluates exceptional dining across the region. Local standouts received two main honors: Bib Gourmand (great food at a great value) and Recommended.
🏆 Bib Gourmand goes to Hog & Hominy: The only Memphis eatery to earn this award. Located in East Memphis, it is celebrated for its Italian cooking with distinct Southern roots and wood-fired pizzas.

Great Job!!!

Great Job Quintavious, Marquis, Eliyah, Jaderrius, and Tatiana for preparing an Orzo Chicken Bake and Sweet Potato Cake tonight at Jones Valley Teaching Farms Gather Event.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BDQqCQN7D/

It is an honor and privilege to lead the Academies of Birmingham with the dedicated Academy Coordinators, CTE Teachers, and the amazing scholars. The support of the District, CTE, and Post-Secondary Success is unmatched. Thank you for all you do!!!

We're excited to introduce the winners of the 2026 Janet Linton Leadership Awards in memory of the late San Diego Academy Director, Janet Linton. This awards honors outstanding leaders who advance the NAF design and ensure that all students are prepared for college, career, and future success. 🎉Congratulations to this year’s winners:

Don Festge
Academy of Hospitality & Tourism Lead Teacher
Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High School
Miami-Dade County Public Schools

Angela Smith
Program Specialist, Career Academies
Birmingham City Schools

Michaelknight Zayas
Academy of Health Sciences Lead
New Britain High School
Consolidated School District of New Britain

Join us in celebrating these exceptional NAF Educators at the 2026 celebration dinner on July 8. Learn more: naf.org/nafnext.

AOHT Alumni Spotlight: Charles Ball giving back!!!
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https://www.usatoday.com/story/sponsor-story/naf/2025/11/03/naf-birmingham-city-schools-will-offer-naf-academies-to-all-students-by-2028/86983929007/?utm_medium=paid&utm_source=fb&utm_id=120231420086010259&utm_content=120233371156810259&utm_term=120233371156800259&utm_campaign=120231420086010259

Story from NAF: NAF & Birmingham City Schools will offer NAF academies to all students by 2028 Bold initiative will ensure that all students are part of a NAF academy by 2028