By Lee Davis Journal Sports WriterBy any measure, the 2010-11 academic year was a memorable one for Over the Mountain high schools.State championships, near misses and high drama were all parts of the scene for the seasons just past, and more athletes stood out than ever before – and by area standards, that’s saying a lot.That’s a badge of honor, but it … [Read more...]
‘People Need to Remember’
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorFor the longest time, Ilse Scheuer Nathan covered up the small numbers tattooed on the inside of her left wrist. Though time has now faded those numbers, she’s much more apt to talk about them now.Ilse is one of about a dozen surviving Holocaust victims in the Birmingham area. Her story was one she didn’t always want to discuss. But at … [Read more...]
St. Francis Holds Spirit Day
St. Francis Xavier students enjoyed Spirit Day at the end of the school year to celebrate their learning successes for 2010-2011.Faculty members and administrators selected “I Choose a Challenge” as the theme for academic, behavioral and spiritual goals for students throughout the school year.The theme is based on the book “Do Hard Things” by Alex and Brett Harris. … [Read more...]
OTM Cheerleaders Take Top Honors
Mountain Brook Junior HighThe 2011-2012 Mountain Brook Junior High freshman cheerleading squad recently returned from camp at Mississippi State University with several top honors. Over four days, 900 girls competed in various cheerleading categories.MBJH faculty member Helen Pruet coaches the ninth grade squad. Gail Magnus oversees all the MBJH cheerleader … [Read more...]
ArtPartners Event Has Auction, Showcase
VSA Alabama will hold its ninth annual ArtPartners Live Auction and Showcase Aug. 21 at B&A Warehouse.The fundraiser will help support the ArtPartners program. Developed in 2003, ArtPartners program is VSA Alabama’s signature mentoring program. Community artists work one on one with children and adults with chronic illnesses and disabilities to create masterpieces … [Read more...]