By Emily WilliamsCrestline Elementary School Counselor Bonnie Lorino is charged with organizing the school’s Veterans Day program, an event that she dubs close to her heart. Each year, the school invites its faculty, staff and students to invite veterans to attend a program featuring fifth graders and for the past four years, Bonnie Lorino has invited her father-in-law, … [Read more...]
Blueprints For Success: Vestavia Student Starts TV Show-inspired business
By Lee Davis People can find the inspiration to start a successful business in the most unusual ways. For Alex Ferguson, a senior at Vestavia Hills High School, the inspiration came from his then-10-year-old brother, Graham. Graham, a fan of American Ninja Warrior, a popular reality television show, wanted a ninja-style obstacle course in the family backyard for his … [Read more...]
Relay Freaky: MBHS Relay for Life Team Plans Halloween-Themed 5K Run
By Emily Williams According to the team behind Mountain Brook High School’s 2016 Relay for Life event, this year is all about reaching out. An annual event hosted by many local high schools, Relay for Life traditionally includes a fundraising campaign for the American Cancer Society held throughout the school year and culminating in a large event in the spring. But Mountain … [Read more...]
On the Move?: Homewood Discusses Plans to Move Homewood High, Expand Other Schools and Parks
By Mary Ellen Snell It is no secret that Homewood has grown steadily during the past 10 years, and the growth of young families with children means the city urgently needs a comprehensive plan to expand all of its schools and build a new high school, possibly in West Homewood. According to city officials, an influx of young families into the city has increased school … [Read more...]
Leaders of Tomorrow: YLF Accepts Applications For 2016-17 Class
By Emily Williams Sophomores and juniors in the Jefferson County area have the opportunity to get out of their school systems and interact with peers and professionals throughout the greater Birmingham area when they apply for the Youth Leadership Forum. The program is an outgrowth of Leadership Birmingham and seeks to promote community awareness and foster leadership skills … [Read more...]