Editor’s Note: This is part of a series of stories highlighting teachers at Elmore County.
New reading standards will be applied to students after statewide changes, according to an announcement made at the Elmore County Board of Education meeting Tuesday.
Elmore County senior and Beta Club president Pierson Lett never expected the community of Eclectic to come together the way it did in support of the club’s annual service project.
According to Eclectic Elementary School kindergarten teacher Jeannie Kelly, her path to teaching began in college.
Elmore County Schools superintendent Richard Dennis introduced Mark McGhee as the new principal of Eclectic Middle School at the Elmore County Board of Education meeting Jan. 9.
Wetumpka High School senior Amber Delreal credits the medical science teachers at Elmore County Technical Center as the reason she enjoys nursing.
Kindergarten teacher Tara Holley considers Eclectic Elementary School her perfect home.
Prior to becoming a middle school science teacher, Eclectic Middle School science teacher Jay Harrell considered two additional careers — police officer or geologist.
At a special-called meeting, the Elmore County Board of Education voted to accept land donated by Tallassee resident and land developer Rodney Griffith.
Wetumpka Elementary School students recently spread kindness by complimenting another student.
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With the proliferation of fitness trackers such as Fitbit, people looking to lead a healthy lifestyle tend to think of a successful day of exe…
Lake Martin Community Hospital food service director and clinical dietician Julie Hudson prefers her patients, friends and family take the tra…
Elmore County EMA director Keith Barnett is a proponent of Elmore County’s Safer Place Program and looking to expand the number of locations t…
Wetumpka High School can claim it has some of the most knowledgeable IT high school students in the state and the country.
Editor’s Note: This is part of a series of stories highlighting programs at the Elmore County Technical Center.
Editor’s Note: This is part of a series of stories highlighting teachers in Elmore County.
Students in Curtis Zeigler’s construction technology class at Elmore County Technical Center enjoy the feeling of using power tools to create.
Holtville High School internet marketing students had the chance to gain professional work experience by evaluating Central AlabamaWorks current online marketing and providing recommendations as to how the organization should move forward with its efforts.
The Elmore County Board of Education unanimously approved a $56.9 million bond at its regularly scheduled meeting Monday afternoon held at Holtville High School.
Eclectic Middle School counselor Cynthia Collier’s journey from Elmore County High School to earning a master’s in counseling at Auburn University Montgomery is a story of encouragement she uses to paint a picture of the future for her students.
The Edgewood Academy Middle School Scholar’s Bowl Team placed first in 2019 AISA District Competition hosted by Chambers Academy.
Hospitality and tourism instructor Perry Caton’s main goal is to teach life skills to her 70-plus students each year.
There’s a new principal at one Elmore County school but it leaves another school hiring for one.
According to Elmore County Schools career tech director Jimmy Hull, the school system decided to add an aviation program last school year after recognizing the high demand for young workers in the field.
For Eclectic Middle School teacher Lori Keel, the family atmosphere is what has kept the Alexander City resident working in Eclectic schools for 29 years.
According to Wetumpka High School theatre instructor Jeff Glass, the school’s theatre program is a popular choice for students.
Editor's Note: This is part of a series of stories highlighting programs at the Elmore County Technical Center.
Editor's Note: This is part of a series of stories highlighting programs at the Elmore County Technical Center.
Editor's note: This is part of a series of stories highlighting Elmore County teachers.
At the Elmore County Board of Education meeting Monday afternoon, Michael Morgan was unanimously reelected as board chair and Dale Bain was unanimously reelected as the board’s vice-chair.
Redland Elementary School teacher Meredith Mitchell and Wetumpka High School teacher Sheena Chandler were chosen as Elmore County’s Teachers of the Year at a reception Monday afternoon.
Wetumpka Elementary School fourth-grader Marcellus Davis recently won the Elmore County African-American Heritage Association (ECAAHA) MLK Essay Contest.
Elmore County High School counselor Jerie Lewis’ office is a hive of activity most days. This time of year seniors depend on her to help them navigate life after high school.
According to recent data published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters is projected to grow 14% from 2018 to 2028 — much faster than the average for all occupations.
Wetumpka High School principal Dr. Robbie Slater has been named District 4 High School Principal of the Year by the Alabama Association of Secondary School Principals and American Fidelity.
Editor's Note: This is part of a series of stories highlighting the Elmore County Technical Center and its programs.
Elmore County Schools STEM director Tracy Wright’s research pertaining to science, technology engineering and mathematics (STEM) is influencing a new approach to educating students.
Editor’s Note: This is part of a series of stories featuring Elmore County teachers.
For Elmore County Technical Center electrical instructor Jason Harris, his primary goals are to give his students information they can use to begin a career in the electrical trade and educate them about the practical knowledge of electricity when they become homeowners.
Elmore County Schools has improved its performance on the Alabama Report Card and local educators have been working to ensure progress each year.
Editor's Note: This is part of a series of stories on the Elmore County Technical Center.
The Liberty Learning Foundation believes giving school teachers a turn-key civics program complete with grade-specific curriculum and a big dose of fun will make for better educated citizens.
Editor's Note: This is part of a series of stories featuring Elmore County teachers.
County school system sees improvement on state report card
Among the bright flashes and sparks bouncing off welding torches and the hum of grinding machines, students in Slade Holley’s welding class work at a fast pace to complete their assignments.
Coosada Elementary School students will get a little healthier in the future after receiving a $10,000 grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama.
Editor's Note This is part of a series highlighting Elmore County teachers.
The Elmore County education system is keeping up with current workforce demands by offering a wide variety of vocational and professional classes at the Elmore County Technical Center (ECTC).
One primary responsibility of the Elmore County Technical center is to educate students to enter the workforce.
For Eclectic Elementary School teacher Tish Hill teaching goes to the core of who she is as a person.
A uniquely Alabama exhibit that celebrates 200 years of state history opened to visitors Monday at the Elmore County Museum.
With the rapid proliferation of devices connected to the internet that are in use at home, work and in public places, everyone has a role when it comes to one’s online safety and security and Elmore County School System IT services director Barbara Burchard and her staff play a crucial role …
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