Science Career Technical Education Program. Our county has faced a difficult challenge, holding the highest cervical cancer incidence rate in Alabama. In response, Ms. Jennifer Williams, Health Science instructor and head of the Leadership Academy, has led a remarkable effort in partnership with the University of Alabama at Birmingham,
the Rotary Club of Lafayette, Chambers County School District, and the Alabama Department of Public Health.
Students from both Lafayette and Valley High Schools participated in the Leadership Academy, where they learned how to plan, launch, and measure the success of a public health campaign. As part of this initiative, they created a logo and mascot to engage their peers and the community in the fight against HPV through vaccination and screening. To further strengthen their impact, the students developed a toolkit that will guide other communities across Alabama in creating similar public health efforts. Their dedication has already produced outstanding results. According to the Alabama
According to the Department of Public Health, 81% of students at Lafayette High School and 65% at Valley High School have now completed all recommended doses of the HPV vaccine.
These are truly remarkable achievements that reflect the leadership, creativity, and commitment of our students. On behalf of the Chambers County School District, we extend our sincere congratulations to these students on their well-deserved success. Your work is making a real difference not only in our schools, but across the state of Alabama.
We are deeply grateful for their commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where every student and staff member can thrive. Every day, our principals inspire excellence, nurture growth, and champion the needs of our schools.
This October, we honor and thank our principals for the remarkable difference they make each and every day.
Inspire Academy - Josh Bryan
LaFayette High School - Christy Johnson
Valley High School - Wendy Robinson
WF Burns Middle School - Andrew Leak
Eastside JP Powell Magnet School - Wendy Johnson
Shawmut Elementary School - Tana Cannon
Huguley Elementary School - Phillip Jenkins
Fairfax Elementary School - Lauren Dabbs
Thank you, Principals, for all that you do!
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #Appreciation #Leadership #SchoolCommunity #Gratitude
October 15th, 9 AM-12 PM EST
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Exciting news for Chambers County Schools!
The Chambers County Board of Education voted to appoint Jody Jennings to fill the open board seat previously held by Jay Siggers, who resigned in August. We’re grateful for Mr. Siggers’ service to our students and community, and we wish him the very best in his next chapter.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Jennings to the Board! We look forward to his leadership and commitment to Championing success for every student in Chambers County.
Each school receiving funds under Title I, Part A of Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 (ESSA) must develop a written school-parent compact jointly with parents for all children participating in Title I, Part A activities, services, and programs. That compact is part of the school’s written parental engagement plan, developed by the school and parents under section 1116(d)(2)(D) of the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015. The compact must outline how parents, the entire school staff, and students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement and the means by which the school and parents will build and develop a partnership to help children achieve the State’s high standards.
As a Title I School District, if you have any questions regarding staff qualification, please contact your local school to complete a written request.
ESSA, Section 1112 (c)(6) PARENTS RIGHT-TO-KNOW-
(A) QUALIFICATIONS- At the beginning of each school year, a local educational agency that receives funds under this part shall notify the parents of each student attending any school receiving funds under this part that the parents may request, and the agency will provide the parents on request (and in a timely manner), information regarding the professional qualifications of the student's classroom teachers, including, at a minimum, the following:
(i) Whether the teacher has met State qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction.
(ii) Whether the teacher is teaching under an emergency or other provisional status through which State qualification or licensing criteria have been waived.
(iii) The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification or degree.
(iv) Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.
You, as Title I Parents, have the right to request the qualifications of your child’s teachers.
How are you notified of this right and the process for making such a request?
Please get in touch with your local school to complete a written request.
Or, use the link below.
https://tcert.alsde.edu/Portal/Public/Pages/SearchCerts.aspx
BOARD MEMBER VACANCY
Chambers County School Board Seeks Applicants for District 4 Vacancy
Chambers County School Board announces the resignation of District 4 Board Member Mr. Jay
Siggers, effective August 18, 2025.
In accordance with state law, the School Board is required to fill this vacancy within 30 days. We are now accepting applications from interested residents of District 4.
To be considered, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:>Reside within District 4 for at least one year
> Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
> Be of good moral character
> Not be employed by the Chambers County Board of Education
> Not serving on the governing board of a private elementary or secondary education institution
> Not be on the National or state sex offender registry
> Have no felony convictions
Interested applicants must submit a letter of interest and proof of residency by noon on August
29, 2025. Submissions can be emailed to the school board president at district5@chambersk12.org.
Interviews will begin on September 3, 2025, with the new appointment to be announced at a
board meeting on September 11, 2025.
Importance of Student Attendance
As we begin the 2025-26 academic year, we would like to remind all students and parents of the importance of regular attendance and the consequences of truancy. Attendance plays a crucial role in a student's academic success and overall development.
Why Attendance Matters:
Regular attendance helps students:
>Stay on top of their schoolwork and assignments
>Develop good habits and a strong work ethic
>Build positive relationships with teachers and peers
>Improve their academic performance and grades
2025-26 Attendance and Truancy Policy
To ensure all students understand the expectations and guidelines, we have created an informative graphic outlining the 2025-26 attendance and truancy policy. Please take a moment to review the attached graphic.
Let's Work Together
We encourage all students and parents to make attendance a priority this academic year. By working together, we can ensure that every student has the opportunity to succeed and reach their full potential. If you have any questions or concerns about attendance or the truancy policy, please don't hesitate to reach out to your school administration or email us at info@chambersk12.org.
Let's make this academic year a successful one!
#AttendanceMatters #StudentSuccess #2025-26AcademicYear
