Advisory for the Win: Growing Student Leaders and a Positive School CultureHuntsville City SchoolsPrincipal: Mrs. Heather BardwellSuperintendent: Dr. Clarence Sutton Middle school students need connection and guidance, but busy families and technology have reduced daily, meaningful interactions. Recognizing this, Mountain Gap Middle School created an advisory program to teach communication, socialization, and leadership skills while…
Forging the Future: How the BEAT Center is Revolutionizing CTEFort Payne City SchoolsPrincipal: Mr. Scott TimmonsSuperintendent: Mr. Brian Jett The Building, Electric Vehicle, and Aviation Technology (BEAT) Center at Fort Payne High School transformed career and technical education by delivering a student-centered, hands-on learning experience aligned with high-demand industries. The program integrated three distinct pathways—Building…
Parade of ReadersHuntsville City SchoolsPrincipal: Dr. LaKeeta PerkinsSuperintendent: Dr. Clarence Sutton Parade of Readers began 30 years ago to encourage reading in first grade. The program and community tradition has grown into a school-wide celebration and is a contributing factor in the success of Hampton Cove Elementary. Over the years, Hampton Cove’s Parade of Readers program…
Number NinjasHuntsville City SchoolsPrincipal: Mrs. April ClarkSuperintendent: Dr. Clarence Sutton Number Ninjas is a one of a kind six-week math fluency program developed by the educators at Roger B. Chaffee Elementary School! Number Ninjas promoted collaboration with school educators, community partners, the PTA, and families. Number Ninjas also provided opportunities for families to practice math…
