The Jackson County School District covers a large, geographically diverse area in northeast Alabama. In a region noted for its beautiful terrain, the eighteen Jackson County schools may be found in the valleys and along the plateaus that define this area of the Southern Appalachians. Each school is unique as each developed to serve the needs of a unique community, but all schools are united in their desire to provide a quality program for the over 6,000 students served by the system.
The Jackson County School System employs over four hundred classroom teachers. Almost 60% of these teachers hold a Master’s Degree, and 6.5% hold an Educational Specialist Degree or Doctorate. The teachers in the Jackson County School System employ a variety of instructional strategies designed to meet the diverse learning needs of their students. Teachers take a research-based approach to reading instruction using a basal reader, direct instruction in phonics, and independent reading. Mathematics instruction is systematic and features hands-on activities where applicable. In kindergarten through eighth grade, students take an inquiry approach to science using a Hands-On-Science Program in collaboration with the University of Alabama in Huntsville. At the high school level, students may take advanced academic courses from Northeast State Community College while remaining on their high school campus. The courses taken in the Dual Enrollment program give the student both high school and college credit. Advanced Placement classes are available to students through the state of Alabama’s ACCESS program.
Instruction is supported by a number of carefully selected software programs to enhance student learning. In addition, students participate in computer literacy classes on a regularly scheduled basis beginning in kindergarten. The system’s technology program has been recognized for its innovation and excellence by the Alabama State Department of Education. Curently, the system provides one computer per 2.5 students, and video teleconferencing is available in all schools.
The mission of the Jackson County School System is to help students achieve in school in order for them to succeed in life. High expectations paired with solid instruction results in outstanding achievement by Jackson County students on state and national assessments. Five of the system’s schools have been recognized by the state for outstanding academic excellence.
Nelson Elementary School (K-4)
Carla Kimball, Principal
256-218-2400
Board Members:
Jerry Coleman
Howard Hill
Donald Hodges
Judy McCrary
M.M. McKinnon
Collins Elementary School (5- 6)
Lisa Duncan, Principal
256-28-2700
Scottsboro Jr. High School (7-8)
Hal Luse, Principal
256-28-2600
Scottsboro High School (9-12)
Dale Hancock, Principal
256-218-2000
STUDENT ENROLLMENT
There are approximately 2700 students currently enrolled in the Scottsboro City School System. This has been the average annual enrollment for the past five years.
STUDENT ASSESSMENT
All students in grades three through eight are administered the Alabama Reading and Math Test (ARMT) and the Stanford Achievement Test (SAT-10) in the spring of each school year. All students in grade ten are given a Pre-Alabama High School Graduation Exam and all students in grade eleven are given the Alabama High School Graduation Exam in the spring of each school year. Students are assessed in Language, Reading, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Students who do not pass the exam as an eleventh grader are given four opportunities to pass it prior to graduation. The ARMT and the AHSGE are compliant with NCLB legislation.
All students in grades kindergarten through three are given the DIBELS assessment. This assessment is a set of standardized, individually administered measures of early literacy development. They are designed to be short (one minute) fluency measures used to regularly monitor the development of pre-reading and early reading skills. This assessment is given three times a year.
Students that have severe cognitive disorders may participate in the Alabama Alternate Assessment (AAA). Only one percent of all students enrolled in Scottsboro City Schools can participate in the AAA.
ATHLETICS
Scottsboro City Schools provide numerous athletic opportunities by offering a variety of sports at Scottsboro Junior High and Scottsboro High School. Athletics of the Scottsboro City Schools are rich in tradition and are recognized statewide for their excellence. In addition to developing skill in a sport, the purpose is to provide each participant with experiences that will be positive and memorable and that develop the capacity for commitment to a cause, acceptance of responsibility, and loyalty toward any chosen endeavor.
Scottsboro City Schools have a full time Athletic Director on staff.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scottsboro High School students have received over one million dollars in accepted scholarship money for the last four years. This consists of approximately 53 different types of scholarships distributed over 41% of graduating students. An estimated one in five students who graduate from Scottsboro High School will likely receive institutional university scholarship funding for their college education. The community of Scottsboro annually contributes approximately $40,000 in locally generated scholarship money for Scottsboro High students.
CAREER/ TECHNICAL EDUCATION
The goal of Alabama’s Career/Technical Education is to provide students access to a flexible system of rigorous school-and work-based learning. Scottsboro High school will offer a Cosmetology Program. Pre-Vocational programs are available beginning with 8th grade. Students in grades 9-12 may attend Earnest Pruett Center for Technology Center as part of their High school Program.
EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
Impact Learning Center, Scottsboro Educational Foundation, Drake Technical College, Northeast Alabama Community College, UAH, A&M, Jackson County Schools, City of Scottsboro, Earnest Pruett Center for Technology Center are partners with Scottsboro City Schools to provide a strong base for all our students.
REPORT CARDS
Report cards are sent home at the end of each nine-week grading period for all schools. The reporting schedule is published yearly as part of the school calendar.
Progress reports are sent home every 4 1/2 weeks. In all schools, the academic achievement is reported as a number grade.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
The Tot ‘N’ Teen Center is an on-site preschool program for twelve community four-year olds and serves as a training laboratory for students enrolled in parenting skills classes.
The First Step Program provides preparatory services for single parents and single pregnant women. The services include personal and academic counseling, parenthood education, childcare skills and career guidance.
Indian cultural heritage and art instruction are available to all students of Native American descent.
Gifted services strive to meet the individual needs of highly capable students through a continuum of services (K-12) that includes advanced academic and enrichment opportunities.
Video Teleconferencing is available at all schools. Dual enrollment at SHS is offered through video teleconferencing.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
The Scottsboro City Schools’ Special Education Program provides specialized educational instruction and related services to children with disabilities ages 3-21. An inclusive program, as well as a Functional Life Skills program is provided to help prepare for successful futures.
PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
One of the greatest strengths in Scottsboro City Schools is the level of dedication and support by parents. Parents are involved in every school through volunteer programs, PTO membership and informal associations. Parents are always invited to visit the schools and become an active partner in education.
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
The After School Program is an after-school program for elementary students designed to provide time for supervised homework, art activities, games and play time, free reading, and enrichment activities.
ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM
The curriculum of Scottsboro City Elementary Schools builds a solid foundation in the basics for future educational experience to contribute to the student’s total educational program. In addition to the basic curriculum, some innovative programs offered by the Scottsboro City Schools include School-wide Enrichment, Hands-on-Activity Science Program, Individualized Language Arts, visual arts, elementary music, and a physical fitness/wellness program.
Scottsboro City Elementary Schools strive to provide a supportive school atmosphere that will impart a feeling of security and a sense of belonging.
SCOTTSBORO JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Instruction at the Junior High School is designed to provide a smooth transition from elementary to high school. Emphasis is place on providing opportunities for exploring and mastering areas of academics, athletics and special interests. Up to 99% of junior high school students are involved in some type of student activity program with emphasis on exploring and expanding interest rather than on competition.
A basic instructional and enrichment program of language arts, science, math, social studies and physical education is offered. Additionally, students may take courses in computer education, fishing, art, band, chorus, and French.
SCOTTSBORO HIGH SCHOOL
Scottsboro High School offers the highest quality of academic, career-tech, and athletic programs to approximately 750 students. Since its inception, the school has maintained full accreditation with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Blessed with an involved community and a first-rate staff, the school enjoys an excellent reputation among other schools within the state. The school’s ability to consistently meet all annual yearly progress (AYP) goals of the No Child Left Behind law, and student achievement on the graduation exam is evidence of the high level of quality instruction that occurs. The entire staff at Scottsboro High School has created a caring, safe environment and is committed to helping all students reach their fullest academic, personal, and social potential.
PERSONNEL
All certified personnel employed by the Scottsboro City Board of Education must meet state certification standards as well as highly qualified status. More than 62% of the professional personnel hold a master’s degree or higher.
The IMPACT Learning Center recognizes that a well educated workforce and a well trained workforce are key elements in economic and community development. Therefore it is the mission of the IMPACT Learning Center to provide basic education, job skills training, and higher educational opportunities to all the citizens of Jackson County, Alabama. Click on the IMPACT logo for more information.
