Tag: Education
City school board spotlights students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education at its April 21 meeting recognized student award winners.
Cullman High School Junior Grayson Gay was recognized for recently...
State of Education breakfast April 24 at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce will host the State of Education community breakfast Friday, April 24, from 9-11 a.m. at the Bailey Center on the...
Shannon named principal of West Elementary School; Gragg named assistant principal...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education at its April meeting approved two administrative moves. Dr. Chad Shannon has been named principal...
Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR awards JROTC medals at CATA
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several members of the Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR attended the JROTC Awards Dinner at the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) on April 17, 2026. There, they awarded DAR Bronze JROTC...
Cold Springs HS 1936 Club earns statewide recognition with CLAS School of Distinction Award
BREMEN, Ala. - The 1936 Club at Cold Springs High School earned a CLAS School of Distinction Award for State School Board District 6, placing it among just four programs in the...
WSCC’s Drummond, McLeroy named to All-Alabama Academic Team
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Two Wallace State Community College students were recognized by the Alabama Community College System at its 31st annual All-Alabama Academic Team Recognition Program on...
Expansions progressing at CDC, Hanceville Middle School
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools officials marked the district’s ongoing growth on Thursday, April 16, holding two ribbon-cutting ceremonies for new and planned facility expansions. Alabama State...
Poultry Cook-off winners recognized
CULLMAN, Ala. – Various county school students on Tuesday, April 14, met at The Venue at Cotton Creek for the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Cullman County Poultry Cook-off.
Students competed in two categories: Casseroles...
Wallace State to host Watch Party for ‘The College Tour’ episode premiere
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host an exclusive Watch Party for the premiere of its episode of The College Tour on Wednesday, April...
Harbin found direction at Wallace State Community College
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Psychology Instructor Casey Harbin said he did not intend to become a teacher. After earning degrees in history and psychology from...
FAITH: Get to know Cullman Christian School
With the 2025-2026 school year coming to a close, registration for next year is now open at Cullman Christian School. The school welcomes families to learn more about enrolling,...
Sacred Heart holding fundraising walk from Hanceville to Cullman April 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sacred Heart School at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church is sponsoring a fundraising walk from the church’s mission church, St. Boniface in...
Wallace State hosts Jill of All Trades event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College hosted the first-ever Jill of All Trades event in Alabama on Friday, April 10. Hosted across the campus, the one-day...
First graders shine in ‘The Day the Crayons Quit’ musical at CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. – First-grade students of Cullman City Primary School recently took the stage in a vibrant performance of “The Day the Crayons Quit” — a celebration of creativity, confidence and...
Barefoot University Butterfly Buffet
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, April 3, families gathered at the Sportsman Lake Park Wildflower Garden for a hands-on event called the “Butterfly Buffet,” hosted by Barefoot University.
Alex...
East Elementary’s Lacy Cameron named Alabama Teacher of the Year ‘Sweet...
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary Fifth-Grade Teacher Lacy Cameron has been named one of 16 finalists (commonly known as the "Sweet 16") for the...
CCPS receives Safe School Award for second year
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Monday, April 6, visited Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) to present the 2025 Safe School Award...
Marsh, Holcombe named CCBOE/AmFirst February Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently named Destiny Marsh and Abbey Holcombe February Employees of the Month. Teacher of the Month: Destiny Marsh, Kindergarten, Vinemont Elementary School
Destiny Marsh is a...
West Point named Grand Champion in Cullman County High School Math Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County’s top high school math students recently competed in the Cullman County High School Math Tournament, showcasing their knowledge and problem-solving abilities across three divisions: Geometry, Algebra II...
Cold Springs coach Paige Adams resigns amid investigation; case turned over...
CULLMAN, Ala. - After taking the Cold Springs Lady Eagles to the Final Four in her first year as head basketball coach, Paige Adams...
Students compete in FCCLA Alabama Creed Challenge
CULLMAN, Ala. - Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) students from Cullman County Schools gathered at the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) on Tuesday, March 24, to compete...
West Elementary Principal Dr. Jay Page set to retire in June
CULLMAN, Ala. - After more than three decades in education, West Elementary School Principal Dr. Jay Page is retiring this June.
Page has spent more...
Harmony Pixies and Pirates raise money for Curt’s Closet
LOGAN, Ala. - Fifth graders at Harmony School are picking up important life lessons through the Pixies and Pirates girls’ and boys’ clubs, where they focus on leadership, service and...
Wallace State introduces TITAN apprenticeship program for tool & die students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College (WSCC) has announced the launch of TITAN (Tool & Die Industry Training for Advanced Needs), a new apprenticeship program...
Cullman County Schools holds career fair
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools held a career fair on March 19 at Desperation Church. The event gave residents a chance to browse employment opportunities and meet with employees within...
West Point Middle crowned Grand Champion at Cullman County Middle School Math Tournament
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County’s top middle school math students gathered March 13 at Wallace State Community College for the 2026 Cullman County Middle School Math Tournament,
After a...
Fairview Elementary receives $15K grant for playground
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Alabama Mountains Rivers & Valleys (AMRV) Resource Conservation & Development (RC&D) recently gathered with Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman and local leaders to announce a $15,000 grant for the installation of a new sunshade structure...
Sparks named new president of Wallace State FAME
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College on Thursday, March 19, announced that Kenneth Sparks with Mazda Toyota Manufacturing Company has been named president of its Federation for Advanced...
Wallace State inducts students into honor societies
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Nearly 100 students have been inducted into honor societies since the beginning of the 2025-2026 academic year at Wallace State Community...
Wallace State hosts High School Welding Competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Friday, March 13, over 130 high school students from 35 schools across the state gathered for a welding competition at...
Area sophomores explore possibilities at WSCC Showcase event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County sophomores got a firsthand look at future career possibilities during Wallace State Community College’s annual Showcase event on Tuesday, March 17.
The...
Cullman City School Board approves contracts for 2 principals, recognizes students, faculty, staff
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board at its March 17 meeting approved two principal contracts and recognized outstanding students and faculty.
The board approved a three-year contract for Allison Tuggle...
Wallace State introduces Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant Program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College has introduced a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant Program. WSCC Program Director, Diagnostic Imaging / Assistant Dean of Health Science Dr. Jim Malone spoke briefly at an...
6 new members sign on with Wallace State Powerful Partnerships
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College welcomed six new members as participants in the Powerful Partnership initiative, bringing the total number of participants to 30...
West Point High scholars win JV state championship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The West Point High School JV Scholars’ Bowl team won the Alabama Scholastic Competition Association (ASCA) JV State Tournament March 6 at Wallace State Community College.
Coach Lee Henry said the great thing about winning...
CCPS receives TVA grant for STEM program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School was presented with a $5,000 grant from the TVA to support the school's Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)...
Cullman High’s Grayson Gay named APT 2026 Young Hero
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Alabama Public Television recently announced the winners of its 2026 APT Young Heroes Scholarships. Among the three winners is Cullman High School Junior Grayson...
Cold Springs FCCLA excels at State Leadership Conference
BREMEN, Ala. - Cold Springs High School’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter had an outstanding showing at the FCCLA State...
Cullman County Schools to host career fair March 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools will host its annual career fair later this month, offering prospective employees the opportunity to meet with school...
Wallace State announces Back on Track initiative
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College said it is excited to announce the launch of Back on Track, an initiative to build pathways...
‘Book Buddy Adoption’ for Read Across America at CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at Cullman City Primary School took part in the school's annual Book Buddy Adoption, giving K-2 students a chance to make a...
Wallace State Health Science Programs opening application process
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Health Science programs are now accepting applications for fall 2026 admission. The college offers more than a...
Bailey, Jones named CCBOE/AmFirst January Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced Amanda Bailey and Amber Jones as its January Employees of the Month. Teacher of the Month: Amanda...
Wallace State to host first Jill of All Trades event April...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host its first Jill of All Trades event on April 10, from 8:45 a.m.-3 p.m., introducing...
CCPS turns lights on – and off – for glowing STEM...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The lesson plan was glowing, literally, at Cullman City Primary School recently as students had a chance to learn about how...
Damon West inspires students with ‘Be a Coffee Bean’ message
CULLMAN, Ala. – Recently, Cullman County Schools students in grades 7-12 had the opportunity to hear from nationally recognized speaker Damon West as he...
City school board recognizes students, employees
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board opened its meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, at East Elementary School by recognizing employees and students...
Hanceville Elementary honored as one of Alabama’s Most Improved Schools
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Elementary School was recognized Thursday, Feb. 12, at the Alabama State Board of Education meeting for an extraordinary accomplishment –...
Wallace State outlines long-term campus growth, new facilities, Lions’ Village housing...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is in the midst of a wide-ranging campus transformation driven by long-term planning, enrollment growth and evolving...
Cullman City Schools celebrates Career & Technical Education Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - February is Career & Technical Education (CTE) Month, and Cullman City Schools said it is proud to celebrate the growth, innovation...
McWane on the Move: Superhero Science comes to Cullman City Primary...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at Cullman City Primary School had a chance to learn some of the real science behind fictional superpowers when the...
Aderholt nominates Vinemont’s Kate Seidel to attend US Military Academy (West...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Thursday, Feb. 5, announced the nominations of several exceptional students from Alabama’s 4th Congressional District to...
Nurturing a lifelong love of reading
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary School has a new addition: a Little Free Library.
School Librarian Jenny Helton said the Little Free Library was purchased...
Wallace State to host Innovations in Healthcare Simulation workshop
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host Innovations in Healthcare Simulation on April 24, 2026, a professional development workshop designed for educators...
5 local students selected for 2026 Alabama All-State Elementary Choir
CULLMAN, Ala. - Five students from East Elementary and West Elementary auditioned and were selected for the 2026 Alabama All-State Elementary Choir. This is...
Local students named to Samford University fall 2025 Dean’s List
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Samford University recognizes 2,575 students named to the Dean's List for the fall 2025 semester.
To qualify for the Dean's List, a...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: Jan. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board at its last meeting recognized educators, approved contracts and reviewed personnel actions during its regular meeting.
During...
Wallace State: More than 860 students earn honors for Fall 2025...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 862 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall...
Cullman City Primary School named 2025 Safe School Award winner
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School is one of just nine schools in the state of Alabama to be awarded a 2025 Safe...
Dingler, Swann named CCBOE/AmFirst December Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools this week announced that Chrissy Dingler and Jennifer Swann have named December Employees of the Month. Teacher of the...
Wallace State signs transfer agreement with Western Governors University
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Leaders from Wallace State Community College and Western Governors University recently gathered at the James C. Bailey Center on campus to...
City school system celebrates 5 new National Board Certified Teachers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools welcomed five more teachers who recently achieved National Board Certification.
Nicole Heptinstall - East Elementary School - Certification in...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School to host Spring Open House Feb. 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School will host a Spring Open House on Thursday, Feb. 5, from 5:30-7 p.m., welcoming families and members...
St. Bernard Preparatory School Honor and Merit Rolls
Honor Roll – Fall Semester 2025 Semester average 95.0 and above
Grade 7
Ryan Keough Helena Perkins
Grade 8
Kade Chamblee Eleanor Franklin Vivian Gargan Jesus Sanchez Andrade Murphy Thomas
Grade 9 Brooklynn Agnello Payton Becker Chloe Brewer Aaron...
Wallace State: Applications open for new Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is currently accepting applications for summer admission to its new Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SPLA) program and is...
Ribbon cut on Phase II of Cullman Middle School expansion
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools hosted a community open house Sunday, Jan. 11, with City and State officials cutting the ribbon on Phase...
Wallace State to offer free introductory machining course this spring
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is offering an opportunity for students to learn more about Machine Tool Technology by providing a free...
Cullman County Schools provides update on construction projects
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools this week provided an update on several ongoing and upcoming construction projects across the district, with multiple campus...
McKenzee Gregory of Hanceville named to Belhaven University fall 2025 President’s...
JACKSON, Miss. - Congratulations to Belhaven University student McKenzee Gregory, of Hanceville, AL on being named to the Belhaven University Fall 2025 President's List.
Gregory...
Joppa’s Zachary Haynes named to Columbia College fall 2025 Dean’s List
COLUMBIA, Mo. - Columbia College recently announced its Dean's List for the fall 2025 Semester (August-December 2025). To be named to the Dean's List,...
Cullman’s Walter Adams named to Marion Military Institute President’s List
MARION, Ala. - College student Walter Adams of Cullman, a Saint Bernard Preparatory School graduate, completed the Marion Military Institute fall 2025 semester on...
Decia McClure of Cullman named to Northwest President’s List
SENATOBIA, Miss. - Decia McClure of Cullman has been named to the Northwest Mississippi Community College President's List for the fall 2025 semester.
Included on...
Local students named to Jax State fall 2025 President’s, Dean’s Lists
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Nearly 1,200 students were named to the President's List at Jacksonville State University for their outstanding academic performance in fall 2025.
To...
Cullman City Schools announces 2025–2026 Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Schools on Friday announced its five Teachers of the Year for the 2025–2026 school year.
“These outstanding educators represent the...
City of Cullman supports Cullman City Schools capital improvement plan
CULLMAN, Ala. - Earlier this week, leaders with the City of Cullman met with officials from Cullman City Schools to celebrate the continued commitment...
CCBOE holds final meeting of 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) held its final meeting of the year on Thursday, Dec. 18, approving a full...
Bentley, Hartline named CCBOE Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools on Wednesday, Dec. 17, surprised the Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year for the district.
Elementary Teacher of...
Wallace State Sonography program graduates 2 classes
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College celebrated graduates of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with a pinning ceremony for graduates of the General/Vascular...
Wallace State Diagnostic Imaging program celebrates graduates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Diagnostic Imaging program celebrated the success of nearly 40 students during its pinning ceremony for the class...
City School Board honors achievements, Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board held its final regular board meeting of the year Tuesday evening at Cullman High School, recognizing...
West Point Scholars Bowl fundraiser to feature local musicians
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point High School Scholars Bowl Team will host a fundraiser on Saturday, Jan.17, in the school auditorium. The...
Cold Springs High FCCLA spreads holiday cheer
BREMEN, Ala. - The Cold Springs High School FCCLA chapter spread holiday cheer through its FCCLA Angels community service project. The students raised funds...
Woodall, Butts named CCBOE/AmFirst November Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced that Derrick Woodall and Karen Butts were named November Employees of the Month.
Teacher of the Month:...
Hanceville Robotics Team takes top county honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville High School Robotics Team competed in Cullman County High School Robotics Competition late last month, receiving the Excellence Award....
‘Simple joy of being outdoors’: East Elementary Garden Club hosts Christmas...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Community members gathered at East Elementary Friday evening, Dec. 5, for a warm and festive Christmas celebration hosted by the school's...
Cullman City Schools honored with Alabama School Counseling Program of Distinction...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has seen its guidance counseling programs honored among the best in the state this past year, with several...
Wallace State celebrates industry partners, student success
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development celebrated its successes by showing appreciation to the people who have...
Fairview High FCCLA students advocate on Capitol Hill
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Students from Fairview High School attended FCCLA’s Capitol Leadership in Washington, D.C., held Nov. 15-19, 2025. The five-day event brought together...
Cullman City Schools Foundation launches ‘Paws for the Holidays’ giving campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Schools Foundation (CCSF) has launched its “Paws for the Holidays” year-end giving campaign, inviting the Cullman community to...
Lockhart, Barnett named October CCBOE Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently congratulated Elizabeth Lockhart and Zane Barnett for being named the October Employees of the Month. Teacher of...
Cullman’s Kathryn Cleckler named to ‘The 87’ by Troy University
TROY, Ala. - Kathryn Cleckler of Cullman has been selected by Troy University as a member of "The 87.”
The 87, formerly Who's Who, recognizes...
Fairview Elementary Aggie Ambassadors collect more than 500 pounds of food...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary students recently hosted a canned food drive, collecting more than 500 pounds of food for Cullman Caring for Kids.
Cullman...
Cullman elementary students build cranberry rafts in unique STEM project
CULLMAN, Ala. - As most folks gear up to use cranberries for Thanksgiving dinner later this month, elementary students at West Elementary and East...
CHS Theatre’s ‘Scrooge the Musical’ coming Nov. 14-15, 17-18
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School Theatre will stage “Scrooge the Musical” Friday and Saturday, Nov. 14-15, and Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 17-18, in...
Best in Show! CHS Theatre tops Trumbauer District 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre on Nov. 1, won Best In Show for its one-act performance of “Suite Surrender” at the Alabama...
WSCC Department of Nursing Education holds annual Let’s Pretend Hospital event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For many young children, a trip to the doctor or hospital can bring anxiety and fear, but Wallace State Community College's...
Wallace State hosts annual Tools of the Trade
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 1,600 students and teachers from five area school systems visited Wallace State Community College on Thursday, Oct. 23, to...
CMS students get sneak peek at workplace options at career fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Middle School students recently had an opportunity for some hands-on experience with some of the potential career options they could...
Students enjoy Halloween STEM Day
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Fairview High School, Fairview Middle School and Parkside School came together on Thursday, Oct. 23, to bring science and Halloween fun...
Pumpkins on the loose in Cullman elementary STEM project
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools brought some fall-time flair to the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) curriculum this month — just in...

















































































































