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    Spring Showcase draws hundreds of high school students to Wallace State

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Over 1,100 10th-grade students descended on the campus of Wallace State Community College for the annual Spring Showcase this week. The...

    St. Paul’s adding 7th grade class this fall

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    CULLMAN, Ala, - St. Paul’s Lutheran School will add a new seventh-grade class beginning in fall 2024. According to the St. Paul’s Lutheran School website,...

    More than 500 HOSA students tour Wallace State Health Science programs

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College welcomed more than 500 high school students from Blount, Cullman, Winston and Walker County HOSA (Health Occupation...

    Wallace State hosting ACCS Board of Trustees meeting March 13

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College announces it will host the monthly meeting of the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) Board of Trustees...

    Wallace State offering innovative Systems Engineering Technology degree

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For those interested in engineering, but not ready to take the leap into a four-year course of study, the Wallace State...

    Mathematician Dr. Christine Ruey Shan Lee shares insights on knot theory...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School welcomed mathematician Dr. Christine Ruey Shan Lee on Thursday, March 7, as she delved into the fascinating...

    13 students inducted into National Junior Honor Society at St. Bernard...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School is pleased to announce the induction of 13 exemplary students from grades seven-nine into the National Junior...

    WSCC Center for Career and Workforce Development hosts Health Science Career...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Center for Career and Workforce Development recently hosted a Health Science Career Fair in the Peinhardt Conference Center...

    Cullman City Schools Job Fair set for March 21

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Looking for a job where you can be the professional you want to be? Cullman City Schools is hosting a job...

    Fairview hosts annual Youth Leadership Conference

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Cullman County student leaders gathered at Fairview High School Friday, March 8, for the second annual Cullman County Youth Leadership Conference. Fairview...

    Birmingham-Southern College Appoints Dr. Laura Stultz as Provost/Vice President for Academic...

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    BIRMINGHAM, AL (03/04/2024) Birmingham-Southern College (BSC) is delighted to announce significant leadership appointments within its academic administration. Dr. Laura Stultz, who has been serving...

    WSCC: Event opens doors to learn about Workforce Training Center

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development is opening the doors to its new Workforce Training Center to...

    Cullman County’s Distinguished Young Women

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    CULLMAN, Ala- The Distinguished Young Women (DYW) Scholarship program is a precious scholarship resource for young women in the Cullman Community and young ladies...

    Wallace State hosts STEAM Academy for area 5th graders

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently hosted a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) Academy for area fifth-grade students at the...

    Vinemont High’s STEAM Job Fair set to showcase local career opportunities

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    VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont High School will host a STEAM Job Fair in the school's gymnasium on March 20, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The...

    WSCC Workforce Training Center revolutionizes career development

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Located on the grounds of REHAU’s automotive manufacturing facility in Cullman, the Workforce Training Center provides facilities for short-term training programs...

    ‘Tons of snuggles’

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    Stuffed animal reading pet adoption day at CCPS CULLMAN, Ala. - Storytime at Cullman City Primary School last week turned into a surprise pet adoption...

    1st step toward Cullman Intermediate School

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    East, West Elementary hold combined professional development session CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is working toward its goal to eventually establish a combined intermediate...

    Explore, learn and innovate

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    STEAM Camp 2024 at Wallace State CULLMAN, Ala. - This summer, Wallace State Community College is set to become a hub of innovation and learning...

    Cullman City Schools Numeracy Night set for tonight

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Primary and elementary parents seeking more information on what the Alabama Numeracy Act means for local schools can learn more on...

    Bearcat Transportation coming soon to Cullman City Schools families

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – While Cullman County Schools provides bus transportation for its students, Cullman City Schools does not. Under Alabama law, county schools systems...

    Cullman County Schools announces February Teacher, Staff Member of the Month

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    (Pictured with students are Adam Edmonson/Co-Op Coordinator, Dr. Shane Barnette/Cullman County School Superintendent, Tim Melton/AmFirst Teacher of the Month, Beverly Cochran/AmFirst Membership Development Manager,...

    Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff completes AASA National Superintendent Certification...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The superintendent of Cullman City Schools, Kyle Kallhoff, has successfully completed the AASA National Superintendent Certification Program administered by AASA, The...

    ‘SHORT the Squirrel’ makes appearance in Montgomery

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - SHORT the Squirrel, Alabama’s charismatic literacy mascot, embarked on a special trip to Montgomery to highlight the importance of literacy and...

    CCBOE recognizes talented art students

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County School Board held its monthly meeting on Feb. 15 and recognized two students who placed nationally in the...

    St. Bernard celebrates Honor Society inductions

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School recently held its annual Honor Society induction ceremony to recognize students for their outstanding achievements in scholarship,...

    WSCC: Sessions provide information on Health Science programs

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Health Science programs will soon begin accepting applications for Fall 20204 admission. To answer any questions potential...

    WSCC, UAB welcome 9th cohort for joint enrollment program

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than a dozen students from Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education’s Joint Enrollment program with the University of...

    CATA holding open house Feb. 15

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) will open its doors to prospective students and their families for an open house on...

    WSCC: Nursing offering evening classes starting fall 2024

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will begin offering evening nursing courses this fall to provide a more flexible option for students interested...

    Cullman City Schools to host job fair March 21

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    CULLMAN, Ala.- Cullman City Schools will host a job fair in Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall on Thursday, March 21, from 3:30-5:30 p.m.  Department positions...

    Playground planners

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    Cullman students design inclusive playgrounds as part of STEM project CULLMAN, Ala. - What’s one of the best ways to get young students engaged in...

    Cullman County Spelling Bee buzzing into town Feb. 5 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Winners. W-I-N-N-E-R-S. Winners. That’s what all the student competitors headed to the Cullman County Spelling Bee are. Each bested his or...

    Good Hope High Scholars Bowl headed to nationals

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    GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope High School Scholars Bowl is headed to Chicago to compete for the national title at the National...

    UA Million Dollar Band, with 3 local members, shines in Rose...

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    TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama's Million Dollar Band performed in the Rose Bowl parade on New Year's Day. Dr. Ken Ozzello,...

    Education notes 

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    University of the Cumberlands  In recognition of academic performance, the Office of Academic Affairs at University of the Cumberlands has announced the students named to...

    Pre-registration open for CCPS Pre-K program

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Pre-registration is officially open for the Alabama First Class Pre-K program at Cullman City Primary School for the 2024-2025 school year.The...

    Jacobs proclaims ‘Catholic Schools Week’ in Cullman 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs on Jan. 25, proclaimed the week of Jan. 28-Feb. 3 “Catholic Schools Week” in the city of Cullman....

    Cullman City School Board honors Gunter, Bowen

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board recognized two educators as 2024 Teachers of the Year at its regular meeting that had been...

    Wallace State hosts VEX IQ robotics competitions

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — On Saturday, Jan. 13, Wallace State Community College welcomed 46 teams to campus for VEX IQ robotics competitions for elementary and...

    Morris Williams running for Cullman County Schools superintendent

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Morris Williams, a lifelong resident and educator, has announced his candidacy for Cullman County Schools superintendent. Williams said he brings a...

    Cullman’s Peetz earns full ride to Yale  

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – For Cullman High School student Sophie Peetz, Yale University was always a dream, never even close to fathomable – in her...

    Education notes

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    Kendall Rooks awarded degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic Christine Beaudry DAVENPORT, Iowa -  Kendall Rooks of South Vinemont graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree...

    St. Bernard Prep School Honor Roll

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    Semester Average of 95.0 and above 2023-24 Semester I Grade 7 Aaron Cortes-Villegas Sipsey Drake Silas Krische Reise Rigsby Caroline Sanders Grade 8 Norah Bissot Ella Cron Ella Davis Anastasia Hazard Avery Hines Merry-Carmen Pichardo Tony Ranelli Grade 9 Joseph-Benedict...

    Scholarship audition dates set by Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts  

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students who love to sing, dance, act, play an instrument, or even work behind the scenes may attend upcoming auditions at...

    More than 800 earn places on WSCC President’s, Dean’s Lists

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College congratulates 837 outstanding students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall...

    Cullman County Schools names Salazar, Smith 2024 Elementary, Secondary Teachers of...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools would like to congratulate the 2024 Elementary Teacher of the Year and the 2024 Secondary Teacher of the...

    Agriplex gears up for another year of programs 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – With modern homesteading on the rise and residents wanting to learn how to be more self-sufficient, and influx of less-than-true advice...

    Welcome to the new school: CMS cuts ribbon on first wing...

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    CULLMAN, Ala-- Cullman Middle School celebrated a major milestone in its ambitious renovation and expansion project, with the opening of the first phase of...

    WSCC: Alumna Morelia Tinajero advocates for Alabama’s Hispanic community

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Morelia Tinajero has devoted her life to helping immigrants call Alabama home. She works at the Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama...

    Link brings back V.i.P.S. mentorship program

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County has reestablished its Volunteers in Public Schools, or V.i.P.S., mentorship program to serve West Elementary and...

    Op-Ed: Alabama should proceed with caution on ‘school choice’

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    With another legislative session in Alabama right around the corner, along with a presidential election, “school choice” is quickly becoming a hot topic across...

    Ribbon cut on new Cullman Middle School facility

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The foyer of Cullman Middle School’s newest facility was packed on Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 2, 2024, as key players and dignitaries...

    CCBOE names December Teacher, Staff Member of the Month

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) announced its December Teacher and Staff Member of the Month on Dec. 26. Each...

    Op-Ed: Alabama’s Turnaround Schools Initiative will give some of our most...

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    As 2023 comes to a close, it naturally offers an opportunity to look back at all we have done over the last year. In...

    2024 Arbor Day Poster Contest underway at city schools

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - School is out and Christmas break is in full swing for students. For fifth graders in the city, between hot cocoa...

    ‘Spreading Christmas cheer, 365 days a year!’ 

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    Alabama author hosts storytime at Hanceville Public Library  HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Public Library’s children's area was packed Wednesday morning for a few reasons:...

    STATE REPORT CARD: CCBOE sees wide-ranging growth

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    Updated Dec. 20, 2023 at 6:56 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - In the recently-released Alabama State Department of Education Report Card, Cullman County Schools had overall...

    WSCC: More than 40 complete Sonography program

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 40 students were recognized Thursday at the pinning ceremony for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Wallace State Community...

    WSCC: More than 30 complete Diagnostic Imaging, Radiation Therapy programs

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — More than 30 students were recognized Thursday during the pinning ceremony for the Diagnostic Imaging program, including the first cohort of...

    CCBOE recognizes exceptional employees

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - At its meeting on Dec. 12, the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) recognized employees who have shown an overwhelming commitment...

    Vinemont Elementary hosts ‘Christmas Around the World’ 

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    VINEMONT, Ala. – It was standing room only on Wednesday morning, Dec. 13, in the Vinemont Elementary School gym as parents watched eagerly, filming...

    It helps them be lovers of reading’ 

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    Library hosts weekly storytime  CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library offers a variety of programming aimed at readers of all interests. For those...

    Cullman City School Board names Teachers of the Year

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – At its regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 12, the Cullman City School Board recognized the system’s 2023-2024 Teachers of the Year....

    Cullman’s Lauren Grace Evans named to ‘The 87’ by Troy University 

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    TROY, Ala. – Lauren Grace Evans of Cullman has been selected by Troy University as a member of "The 87."  The 87, formerly Who's Who,...

    WSCC instructor Susanna Heinze shares passion for biology with millions on...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — In an era dominated by internet media, Wallace State Community College biology instructor Susanna Heinze, has harnessed the power of YouTube...

    EES opens the wardrobe to Narnia just in time for Christmas

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School transformed into a lovely Christmas wonderland in recent weeks, as teachers and staff took part in a hallway...

    Full ride: St. Bernard’s Andrew Tombo awarded prestigious scholarship

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Bernard Preparatory School recently announced the remarkable achievement of one of its exceptional seniors, Nicolas “Andrew” Tombo, who has been...

    A last walk down (around) memory lane   

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Middle School’s (CMS) signature round building was opened one last time to the public on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 10, 2023,...

    CCBOE rolls out new driver’s ed vehicles

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from three lucky Cullman County high schools will be practicing their driving skills in style as their new driver’s education...

    CCBOE names Roden, Davis November Employees of the Month

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and America's First Federal Credit Union recognize two employees each month. For November, those employees were Holly Pond High...

    CHS adds weather station as engineering students showcase 3D print skills...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is partnering with a weather institute to host a cutting-edge weather monitoring station on campus, with students taking...

    Holly Pond Robotics Team ends spectacular 1st season

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    HOLLY POND, Ala. - Students at Holly Pond Middle and Elementary Schools have a new extracurricular team on their roster this year – Robotics....

    Saying goodbye to 50 years of the round building at CMS

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - A unique, iconic piece of Cullman Middle School’s history is set to be closed soon as an ambitious expansion of the...

    ‘Industry Comes to Wallace State’ gives students chance to network with...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students from Wallace State Community College recently got the chance to network with area employers and learn about various internship, apprenticeship...

    West Elementary’s ‘Winter Wonderland’ Book Fair to greet students Nov. 27

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary School students are in for a treat when Thanksgiving break ends and classes resume on Nov. 27. West Elementary...

    CCBOE, Premier Bank team up to offer surprise attendance bonuses

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    Updated Nov. 20, 2023, at 6:52 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Good attendance is the foundation of doing well in school, and later in life, doing...

    Balloons over Broadway: CCPS students create their own balloon parade

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade got a first-grade twist recently, as students at Cullman City Primary School created their own mini-balloon...

    Students learn leadership skills at annual Youth Leadership Conference

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    COLUMBIANA, Ala. - The 2023 Alfa Youth Leadership Conference helped 87 high school freshmen and sophomores from across Alabama develop crucial life and ag...

    Addison High named Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Lighthouse School for...

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    Updated Nov. 15, 2023 at 7:33 p.m. ADDISON, Ala. - Addison High School is a small school in a small town in Winston County, Alabama...

    CCBOE recognizes faculty, staff, former students

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - At its meeting on Nov. 9, the Cullman County School Board recognized a handful of individuals for their service and dedication...

    Teacher, National Guard member: West Elementary’s Fowlkes talks annual Veterans Day...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – West Elementary School’s fifth-grade class held its annual Veterans Day program Thursday, Nov. 9, welcoming local veterans to the school’s gymnasium....

    Watwood named new principal of Hanceville Middle School

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County School Board at its Nov. 9, 2023, meeting approved Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette's recommendation to hire Elizabeth Watwood...

    Cullman High School Theatre wins big locally, going to state competition  

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    CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman High School Theatre won Best in Show last weekend, earning 41 Superior medals for its performance of “Leaving Iowa” at...

    Pumpkin painting to ring in the fall at East Elementary

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -- Students from grades 3-5 at East Elementary School celebrated the arrival of fall recently be decorating their own pumpkins, as part...

    19th annual WSCC Student Investment Luncheon raises over $373K

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – As Wallace State Community College (WSCC) transitions into planning for spring semester, the highly anticipated event of the fall season went...

    CCBOE approves contract for new systemwide security system

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) held a special-called board meeting on Oct. 25 during which it voted to enter...

    CHS senior May Dawsey named National Merit Semifinalist

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The officials of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the names of more than 16,000 Semifinalists in the 69th annual...

    Halloween Learning – Students create candy assembly line at WES

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    CULLMAN, Ala. -- What better way to learn about Henry Ford’s assembly line than by putting those skills to good use getting things ready...

    CHS celebrates students awarded with academic honors

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at Cullman High School recently earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs celebrate students' hard...

    Vinemont Elementary named Alabama Science of Reading Spotlight School

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    VINEMONT, Ala.  - Teachers, faculty and students at Vinemont Elementary School were recognized on Oct. 17 for their dedication and commitment to ensuring all...

    Cullman City Schools cuts ribbon on new Primary School addition

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – After 18 months of construction, the new additions and renovations at Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) are complete and the school...

    ‘The Canterbury Tales’ comes to life at CHS

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - One of the great English literature classics came to life recently at Cullman High School, as literature students were tasked with...

    Scott Brown named principal of Good Hope High School

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education at its October meeting approved the hiring of Scott Brown as the next principal of...

    EES Principal Melanie Harris honored by Ivey for National Principals Month

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School Principal Melanie Harris recently made a stop in Montgomery to celebrate National Principals Month with Alabama Gov. Kay...

    Saint Bernard students create Old Testament-era oil lamps

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - This week, the students of Saint Bernard Preparatory School's Society of St. Jerome embarked on an enlightening journey by crafting reproductions...

    Hardman settling in as CDC principal

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – This year Trett Hardman took over as principal at the Cullman County Child Development Center, replacing Chris Chambers, who retired after...

    Fairview’s Whaley: ‘I love it here’

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School recently welcomed its new principal, Dr. Johnny Whaley, to the community. Whaley is from Cullman and is a...

    Marketing moves

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    Students learning marketing, design skills at CHS, CMS CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman students are able to learn marketing and design skills this year, as part...

    St. Bernard students awarded academic honors from College Board National Recognition...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Students at Saint Bernard Preparatory School have achieved academic honors through College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs serve as a...