Education

Carbon Hill High School Receives 26 Bicycles Through $10K Cawaco Grant

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Carbon Hill High School has received 26 bicycles for students thanks to a $10,000 grant from Cawaco Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) in partnership with the Alabama Legislature. The bikes were officially presented on Friday, August 30, at the Carbon Hill High School gym. Several […]

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Bevill State Celebrates Alabama’s Victory at 2024 MSHA National Mine Rescue, First Aid, Bench, Technician Team, and Pre-Shift Competition

Bevill State Community College is proud to announce the outstanding achievement of the State of Alabama Mine Rescue First Aid Team at the 2024 MSHA National Mine Rescue, First Aid, Bench, Technician Team, and Pre-Shift Competition held in Lexington, Kentucky. The team, consisting of Matt Miller (Captain), Tim Bailey, Eric Edge, and trainer Dale Johnson,

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Bevill State Community College Launches New Facilities Maintenance Technology Program

Bevill State Community College (BSCC) is proud to announce the launch of its new Facilities Maintenance Technology program, a comprehensive training initiative designed to equip individuals with the essential knowledge and skills required to excel as maintenance technicians in a variety of specialized areas. This innovative program addresses the growing demand for skilled professionals in

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Bevill State Hosting STEM Explorers: Drones & Robotics Day on September 21

Calling All Young Explorers! Join Bevill State Community College for an exciting day of innovation and discovery at the STEM Explorers: Drones & Robotics Day on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Bevill State Quad, adjacent to Gamble Park. This event is FREE for 5th and 6th-grade students from Walker County, Jasper City,

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Walker College Foundation Scholars Experience Real-World Financial Education through Bite of Reality Simulation

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images courtesy of Kelsey West, Daydream Design Co. The newest class of Walker College Foundation scholars had a unique opportunity to gain hands-on financial experience during AlaTrust Credit Union’s Bite of Reality simulation on Tuesday, August 6. The event aimed to provide young people with essential financial literacy skills,

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Merideth Buzbee Harris Named Assistant Principal of Sumiton Middle School

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Al Blanton Merideth Buzbee Harris has been appointed as the new assistant principal of Sumiton Middle School, marking a significant milestone in her 24-year career in education. Merideth is well-known for her dedication to student success and her commitment to the community. Merideth’s journey in education began

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Bevill State Community College Partners with Jasper City Schools and Walker County Schools to Enhance Educational Opportunities

Bevill State Community College (BSCC) is proud to announce a new partnership with Jasper City Schools and Walker County Schools through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) designed to enhance educational opportunities and academic achievement for students in the region. The MOU establishes a collaborative partnership between Bevill State Community College, Jasper City Schools, and Walker

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Jody Harrison Accepts Position as Principal of Cordova High School

Words by Anna Lee Vaughn | Images by Ryan McGill Jody Harrison has accepted the principal position at Cordova High School and will begin serving at the start of the 2024-2025 school year. With 21 years of experience in education, Jody has consistently demonstrated a passion for promoting student success. Jody holds a master’s degree

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Curry High School Unveils State-of-the-Art Athletic Facility

Words by Jenny Lynn Davis | Images by Ryan McGill Curry High School recently celebrated the grand opening of its new, cutting-edge athletic facility. The impressive building, located behind the school, transforms a former workshop into a hub for student-athletes. Formerly home to Rice Lake Weighing Systems, known globally for its weight-related products and process-control

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