High school freshmen from all Jackson County schools and Scottsboro High School learned about many career opportunities at the ninth annual Career Exploration Opportunities (CEO) expo Thursday.
North Jackson High School’s Homecoming is Friday, Oct. 11. The Chiefs will take on the Priceville Bulldogs at R.D. Hicks Stadium.
It’s never too early to being preparing for the future. On Thursday, Oct. 9, ninth graders from every school in Jackson County will attend the Career Exploration Opportunities (CE0) Expo, held at the Jackson County Fairgrounds.
Scottsboro High School Class of 1975 will celebrate its 45th reunion during Homecoming Oct. 11-12.
More than 500 gifted musicians and auxiliary were selected for Jacksonville State University's prestigious band program, the Marching Southerners, for Fall 2019.
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See You At The Pole is an annual student led day of prayer that gives students of all ages an opportunity to join together. They meet at their school’s flagpole and pray for their school, nation, community, and each other.
Scottsboro High School Students Ben Gossett and Mason Sharp were recently selected as National Merit Scholar Semifinalists.
Scottsboro High School Principal Rob Paradise has announced the homecoming schedule for this year, beginning Thursday, Oct. 10 with the annual bonfire at Trammell Stadium, beginning at 7 p.m.
A Skyline High School sophomore has been selected as the first Student of the Month at EPCOT (Earnest Pruitt Center of Technology) for this year.
The Scottsboro High School Class of 1960 will be honoring one of its most accomplished classmates at its 6othclass reunion. Dr. S. Davis Worley will be honored on Oct. 11, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Scottsboro City Board of Education.
Jackson County Commission Chairman Tim Guffey received a letter last week from Jackson County Schools Superintendent Kevin Dukes saying the Jackson County Board of Education was prepared to lease the Paint Rock Valley campus to the Paint Rock Valley board once an official board was formed.
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Fifth graders at Collins Intermediate School and second graders in all Jackson County Schools had a special treat this week at their Super Citizen Kickoffs. The fifth and sixth graders at North Sand Mountain are also participating in the program this year.
Small named interim principal at Earnest Pruett Center of Technology
Jackson County DHR is set to move into Brownwood Elementary School on Oct. 1, and the Scottsboro City Schools Board of Education is getting ready for the move.
Students in Jackson County went back to school last week, leaving many parents wondering why so early, especially during the heat of August.
There are some new people in Jackson County schools this school year. These not only include teachers and principals, but also lunchroom workers, custodians, bus drivers, and other support personnel who are important to the running of the school system. The new employees attended an orientation prior to their official first day of work.
Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) invites the public to attend an exhibit on loan from the Birmingham Public Library entitled, “Alabama Illustrated: Engravings from 19th Century Newspapers.”
An annual tradition at Scottsboro High School, the night before the first day of school, turned nasty.
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Students in many Jackson County schools will see new faces in their classrooms as this school year begins.
Scottsboro High School Junior Brianna McDonald was recently elected to the position of Lieutenant Governor of Division One of the Alabama Key Club.
Seventh graders entering Scottsboro Junior High School this year had an opportunity to meet some upperclassmen and learn about their new school during Camp Junior Cats. This was a new event for the students planned by Counselor Leigh Petty who hopes this will lead to a better start for thes…
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The faculty at Scottsboro High School had a special guest at their first meeting for this school year. Retired educator Joyce Kennamer spoke to the teachers about caring for the students.
When Michelle Norwood’s son Hunter turned 17 she faced a familiar dilemma for parents of teenagers-- how her son would contribute to the world.
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Teachers from Jackson County and Scottsboro City Schools took advantage of professional development opportunities this month. Several workshops haven offered to educators by IMPACT Learning Center.
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On a muggy Wednesday afternoon children, teenagers and adults gathered around the front of each school in Scottsboro.
Fall semester at Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) is fast approaching. Early registration is going on now by appointment. Contact your advisor today in person or online, or the Admissions Office for assistance.
For the past seven years, members of First United Methodist Church of Scottsboro have gathered in front of each school in Scottsboro for the ‘Blessing of the Schools’ before the start of a new school year.
The City of Scottsboro is hosting a Back to School Bash 5K and fun run on Aug. 3, starting at 8 p.m. The Back to School Bash is benefitting the Jackson County Children’s Advocacy Center and Sadye’s Fund.
“Camp Wildcat” freshmen orientation at Scottsboro High School is Thursday, July 25, from 8:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Parents may drop off and pick up students at the back gym entrance of the high school.
Susan Krell was awarded the 2019 Distinguished Alumna Award at the annual Alumni Weekend Luncheon.
By popular demand, Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) will once again be hosting a Social Graces Etiquette Seminar for students entering the seventh-grade through those who have just graduated 12th-grade.
The Jackson County Board of Education met Wednesday afternoon, and made several personnel moves. Doug Haynes will be taking over as the new principal at Section High School, while Gene Roberts will become the principal at Rosalie School.
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Last week some 30 educators from Jackson and several other Alabama counties participated in one of the Alabama Bicentennial Summer Institutes hosted by IMPACT Learning Center. These educators had three full days of activities and a special celebration on their final day.
The University of Alabama awarded some 5,716 degrees during its spring commencement in May.
Auburn University’s James I. Harrison School of Pharmacy held its Spring 2019 commencement ceremony on Tuesday, May 6 at Auburn Arena.
The Jackson County Board of Education appointed Chris Knight on Friday morning to serve the remainder of the late Cecil Gant’s term.
Among the outstanding instructors at EPCOT (Earnest Pruett Center of Technology) is Deborah Hilley. She is a health science teacher and advisor to HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America).
Jackson County Board of Education member Charles West said on Monday he thinks the board will make an appointment this week to fill the vacancy left by the death of board member Cecil Gant.
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All programs and events at the Scottsboro Public Library are free to the public, and all are encouraged to attend.
Jonathon Nappier, of Northeast Alabama Community College (NACC) recently presided over the 2019 Alabama Adult Education Conference in Birmingham.
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Cadet Seth Alexander Bailer, son of Doug and Misty Bailer of Dutton, graduated from the U.S. Military Academy in West Point recently.
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The Jackson County Board of Education could not reach an agreement in an attempt to appoint a replacement for the late Cecil Gant at special called meeting this week. Gant was the representative for District 2.
An iPhone workshop for senior adults is being offered at Northeast Community College (NACC). The workshop will be in three sessions on Mondays, June 10, 17 and 24, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Business Education building, Room 207.
Northeast Alabama Community College President Dr. David Campbell has announced that 399 students made the President’s and Dean’s lists during the spring semester.
One local business is helping to provide Bridgeport Middle School with financial support to help students receive a better education. Southern Heating and Cooling recently donated $2,500 to Bridgeport Middle.
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Jackson County School board member Cecil Gant passed away on May 23. He was 81.
Students from the Earnest Pruett Center of Technology (EPCOT) received numerous awards in the Alabama Skills USA State Competition. The top winners will be competing next month at the National Skills USA Competition in Louisville, Kentucky.
The Jackson County Sentinel is proud of our Scottsboro High School graduate, Kyle Miller, who has been employed by the Sentinel since February. Miller works in the mailroom, helping insert sale papers and prepare bundles for distribution.
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With less than a week left in the school year, locations for the free summer lunch program have been announced. It’s easy to forget that many students depend on their school lunches for their nutrition. These students need some fuel to help them stay active during the summer months.
Scottsboro High School’s graduation ceremony on Friday will be streamed live on the Scottsboro Electric Power Board website. The SEPB has partnered with Full Cue Productions and Scottsboro City Schools to sponsor the live streaming.
Pisgah High School was recently awarded a $5,000 grant for a STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) project. This came from the Tennessee Valley Authority in partnership with Bicentennial Volunteers Incorporated (a TVA retiree organization).
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