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Welcome to the HCSF board Jace Gordon ! Jace will serve as our Assistant Treasurer this year, and we are fortunate to ha...
08/25/2023

Welcome to the HCSF board Jace Gordon ! Jace will serve as our Assistant Treasurer this year, and we are fortunate to have his accounting and finance expertise. The Gordons have two children at Edgewood and are committed to serving our community.

Another great addition to our board is Kacy Junkin Reid. Kacy was a school counselor for over ten years and is familiar ...
08/25/2023

Another great addition to our board is Kacy Junkin Reid. Kacy was a school counselor for over ten years and is familiar with the needs of students and the benefit of the Foundation’s work. She has jumped right in to the events team and is making sure our fall fundraiser will be successful and lots of fun!

Please join us in welcoming Chinelo Dike-Minor to the Foundation board. She is a Shades Cahaba mom and law professor wit...
08/23/2023

Please join us in welcoming Chinelo Dike-Minor to the Foundation board. She is a Shades Cahaba mom and law professor with many talents. She served as a community representative on our Teacher Impact Award committee last year and will chair our Governance committee this year. HCSF is lucky to have her!

You are invited to our inaugural Homewood High Rollers Casino Night, presented by Waverly Advisors. To purchase tickets ...
08/23/2023

You are invited to our inaugural Homewood High Rollers Casino Night, presented by Waverly Advisors.

To purchase tickets go to https://hwdhighrollers.swell.gives

The Foundation’s Board of Directors is grateful for our generous community support and looks forward to a wonderful event!

When you win big, so do our teachers and students! Rosewood HallSaturday, September 16 6:00-10:00 pmHope to see you ther...
08/22/2023

When you win big, so do our teachers and students!

Rosewood Hall
Saturday, September 16
6:00-10:00 pm

Hope to see you there!

* Link for tickets and sponsorships: HwdHighRollers.swell.gives *

Jason Routson brings years of experience in education and fundraising to the Foundation. The Routsons moved to Homewood ...
08/22/2023

Jason Routson brings years of experience in education and fundraising to the Foundation. The Routsons moved to Homewood a couple years ago and immediately got involved in the community in a meaningful way. We are glad to have Jason’s skills and his passion for education on our team.

HCSF is thrilled to welcome a new class of board members. Mary Brasher Paris has 34 years of experience in education. Du...
08/21/2023

HCSF is thrilled to welcome a new class of board members. Mary Brasher Paris has 34 years of experience in education. During her time at Homewood, she was the recipient of several Foundation grants and will be a great asset to the grants committee. Her son Max is a 2016 graduate of HHS.

Welcome Mary!

Homewood High Rollers is one month from today. Sponsorships are available now, and tickets go on sale next Wednesday, Au...
08/16/2023

Homewood High Rollers is one month from today. Sponsorships are available now, and tickets go on sale next Wednesday, August 23. Visit HwdHighRollers.swell.gives for sponsorship opportunities.

Event details:
Saturday, Sept 16 - Rosewood Hall
6:00-10:00 pm

Tickets ($100 each) include $1000 play money, dinner, two drink tickets, and unlimited fun.

At the end of the evening, guests will exchange their chips for chances to win fabulous prizes. You do not want to miss this one!

HCSF is pleased to honor Mary Przybysz with the 2023 Jody Atchison Scholarship. This award is in memory of beloved “Coac...
08/11/2023

HCSF is pleased to honor Mary Przybysz with the 2023 Jody Atchison Scholarship. This award is in memory of beloved “Coach A” who taught at HMS for 29 years. She brought women’s sports to the middle school and inspired her students to do their best and never give up.

The teacher who recommended Mary for this scholarship told us she sees many similarities between Mary and Coach A, including their passion and high standards. Way to go Mary!!

The Jodi Newton Scholarship honors the work and memory of long-time superintendent of Homewood City Schools, Dr. Jodi Ne...
08/09/2023

The Jodi Newton Scholarship honors the work and memory of long-time superintendent of Homewood City Schools, Dr. Jodi Newton. It is presented annually to a student who demonstrates leadership potential, character, and an interest in public service.

The 2023 award went to Mary Siena McBride. A member of our scholarship committee who knew Dr. Newton well explained, “Mary Siena represents everything Jodi stood for.”

Congratulations Mary Siena!

* Dr. Newton supported our schools in many ways. Here she is with Coach Newton at Homewood Grown 2021.

As we head back to school, we continue to celebrate our 2023 graduates. Mary Britt Garlington was selected by the varsit...
08/08/2023

As we head back to school, we continue to celebrate our 2023 graduates. Mary Britt Garlington was selected by the varsity cheerleaders for the Caitlin Creed Scholarship. This scholarship was created in memory of Caitlin Creed, a former HHS cheerleader who lost her life at an early age. Her parents Brad and Kathy Creed sponsor this award to honor their daughter and her love of cheerleading.

Mary Britt is “so kind and a friend to everyone, much like Caitlin.” We are so excited for Mary Britt to be given this honor and wish her all the best!

Did someone say Casino Night? The Foundation is excited to announce its new fall fundraiser. Mark your calendars for Sat...
08/03/2023

Did someone say Casino Night? The Foundation is excited to announce its new fall fundraiser. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 16, and get ready to play. You do not want to miss this one!

The New Teacher Luncheon is one of our favorite events of the year. Our new hires are excited to be a part of HCS, our p...
08/02/2023

The New Teacher Luncheon is one of our favorite events of the year. Our new hires are excited to be a part of HCS, our principals are excited about their new teachers, and everyone is excited about a new school year.

Thank you to , , our fabulous board members, and our Grandpals Club.

Congratulations to Nona Thomas, 2023 Teacher Impact Award winner for Edgewood Elementary!!  “Mama” Thomas not only makes...
04/14/2023

Congratulations to Nona Thomas, 2023 Teacher Impact Award winner for Edgewood Elementary!! “Mama” Thomas not only makes an impact on students in the classroom but is involved with them and their families outside of school.

Here is a glimpse of her nominations:
* “She teaches with love and dedication.”
* “Mrs. Thomas engages, challenges, and inspires students.”
* “She goes above and beyond to make learning exciting.”
* “She helps foreign children in the process of adapting to the educational system and encourages the learning of the country’s language in a comprehensive way.”
* “Her interest in the students motivates them to improve.”
* “Atenta y muy pendiente de sus estudiantes.”

See her award video here: https://youtu.be/r11ZY3PuBoI

A HHS alum, Band Director Ryan Murrell is truly “Homewood Grown” and we are fortunate to have him working with both midd...
04/10/2023

A HHS alum, Band Director Ryan Murrell is truly “Homewood Grown” and we are fortunate to have him working with both middle and high school students.

Here is what fellow teachers and parents told us about the impact he makes on our community:

* “Mr. Murrell is so enthusiastic about teaching his students. His patience and kindness made band class a highlight of my daughter’s day.”
* “Mr. Murrell instills the joy of music in his students that extends beyond the band room.”
* “Murrell has a special way of making every student and faculty member feel like they are important to him.”
* “We are lucky that Mr. Murrell is also involved with high school band as his impact is felt by kids for many years.”

See his award video here: https://youtu.be/DE2ejO9_n1w

🌟 Congratulations Mr. Murrell! 🌟

Congratulations to Jenny Phillips, 2023 Teacher Impact Award winner for Shades Cahaba! Read what fellow teachers and par...
04/07/2023

Congratulations to Jenny Phillips, 2023 Teacher Impact Award winner for Shades Cahaba! Read what fellow teachers and parents had to saw about this fabulous third grade teacher:
* “The impact she makes on her students is life-changing.”
* “She challenged and inspired the students constantly.”
* “She does an incredible job of adjusting to the students’ different levels and catering to their interests.”
* “Jenny goes above and beyond to meet the needs of her students, especially their emotional needs.”
* “Jenny loves her students. She is giving of her time, energy and heart.”

See her award video here: https://youtu.be/p3era_knios

Congratulations to Jenna Campbell, 2023 Teacher Impact Award winner for Hall-Kent! Read what fellow teachers and parents...
03/24/2023

Congratulations to Jenna Campbell, 2023 Teacher Impact Award winner for Hall-Kent! Read what fellow teachers and parents had to say about this amazing first grade teacher:
* “In my 14 years of teaching, I have never seen a teacher that truly SEES, GIVES and INCLUDES every child.”
* “I see through her actions that she is teaching children that all kids have value and worth!”
* “She is the most caring, motivational and hands-on teacher we have ever had.”
* “She is able to meet her students where they are and bring them to where they need to be. This is her heart.”
* “Jenna is nothing short of excellence.”

See her award video here: https://youtu.be/bXd5o_oX_CQ

Scott Thorne is retiring after teaching at HHS for over 20 years, but his impact on students and families is long-lastin...
03/22/2023

Scott Thorne is retiring after teaching at HHS for over 20 years, but his impact on students and families is long-lasting. You may know him as the Show Choir Director or the voice of the Homewood Patriot Marching Band. Here is a sample of what students, parents, and his fellow teachers told us about him:
* "Mr. Thorne wants the best for his students. He cares about each and every one of us."
* "Scott knows how to motivate and encourage his students. He has high expectations year after year, and his students rise to the challenge."
* "Scott pours himself and his life into these kids."
* "Mr. Thorne teaches our children about life through art."
* "Mr. Thorne has built a music program that inspires and empowers students not just for competition season, but for the rest of their lives."

Watch his award video here: https://youtu.be/ZOGOTEbOkrU

Congratulations to our 2023 Teacher Impact Award Winners!! These teachers received well-deserved standing ovations at Ho...
03/20/2023

Congratulations to our 2023 Teacher Impact Award Winners!! These teachers received well-deserved standing ovations at Homewood Grown for the impact they make on our students, families, and community. Please join us in celebrating them:
HHS - Scott Thorne
HMS - Ryan Murrell
Edgewood - Nona Thomas
Shades Cahaba - Jenny Phillips
Hall-Kent - Jenna Campbell

Here’s the link for all the award videos:
Homewoodcityschoolsfoundation.com/what-we-do/teacher-impact-awards/

We loved celebrating Cathy Hood at Homewood Grown this year. Cathy is an Instructional Assistant at Homewood Middle Scho...
03/14/2023

We loved celebrating Cathy Hood at Homewood Grown this year. Cathy is an Instructional Assistant at Homewood Middle School who makes a tremendous impact on students and staff. She was first chosen as Support Staff of the Year at HMS and then selected at the district level for the Anne Jeffries Support Staff Award.

See her award video here: https://youtu.be/F3XJtV3qQ_A

Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast tomorrow !!
03/10/2023

Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast tomorrow !!

BL Harbert International will be in the house tonight, and we are grateful for their many years of support. Thank you to...
03/10/2023

BL Harbert International will be in the house tonight, and we are grateful for their many years of support. Thank you to the Garlington, Toole, Williamson, Waller, Goodman, and Rhodes families!

Gary Owen is another Homewood alum who invests in his community in so many ways. Tonight we share our appreciation for h...
03/10/2023

Gary Owen is another Homewood alum who invests in his community in so many ways. Tonight we share our appreciation for him and everyone at Goodwyn Mills Cawood for sponsoring Homewood Grown!

Shout out to board member Michael Eady and everyone at Knight Eady for sponsoring Homewood Grown! We have an exciting ev...
03/10/2023

Shout out to board member Michael Eady and everyone at Knight Eady for sponsoring Homewood Grown! We have an exciting evening planned and are excited to put funds raised at Homewood Grown back into our classrooms.

Jody Brant of First Lenders Mortgage is a Homewood alum and former HCSF board member. He has also given to the Foundatio...
03/09/2023

Jody Brant of First Lenders Mortgage is a Homewood alum and former HCSF board member. He has also given to the Foundation consistently for over 15 years! Thank you for all you do for the Homewood community Jody!

The Routsons have two local businesses - JBR Design and Circool - and they have chosen to invest in the Foundation's eff...
03/09/2023

The Routsons have two local businesses - JBR Design and Circool - and they have chosen to invest in the Foundation's efforts to impact every student, every day. We are grateful to have them as Homewood Grown 2023 sponsors!

C**t Byrom is Homewood Grown, and Byrom Building has sponsored this event since the beginning - ten years ago. Thank you...
03/09/2023

C**t Byrom is Homewood Grown, and Byrom Building has sponsored this event since the beginning - ten years ago. Thank you Byroms for all you do for our community!

We all love our Publix, but did you know they support many local non-profits like the Homewood City Schools Foundation? ...
03/08/2023

We all love our Publix, but did you know they support many local non-profits like the Homewood City Schools Foundation? Publix Super Markets Charities is another wonderful Homewood Grown sponsor!

Thank you to the Adams family and everyone at Rousso Adams Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic for sponsoring Homewood Grown 2...
03/08/2023

Thank you to the Adams family and everyone at Rousso Adams Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic for sponsoring Homewood Grown 2023. We are counting down the days and looking forward to a wonderful event!

Support from local businesses like Ketchum & Co. funds grants to every school in the Homewood system - totaling over $10...
03/08/2023

Support from local businesses like Ketchum & Co. funds grants to every school in the Homewood system - totaling over $100,000 each year. Thank you to the Ketchum family for sponsoring Homewood Grown again this year!

* Check your email for table assignments.* Dress is dressy casual, just as in prior years.* Cash Bar will be available.*...
03/08/2023

* Check your email for table assignments.
* Dress is dressy casual, just as in prior years.
* Cash Bar will be available.
* Complimentary valet will be provided.
* Live painting by Shannon Harris will be auctioned.

Event begins at 6:30, with the program starting shortly after 7:00. See you there!


Samford University is a longtime partner of Homewood City Schools, through professional development for our teachers, su...
03/07/2023

Samford University is a longtime partner of Homewood City Schools, through professional development for our teachers, support services for our students, and financial support of the Foundation. We are grateful to have Samford as a Homewood Grown sponsor. While we will miss Dr. Jodi Newton this year, we are glad that some of her family members will be there to celebrate all things Homewood.

Join us in thanking DeSHAZO, LLC for sponsoring Homewood Grown 2023. Special shout out to the Denson and Ivey families. ...
03/07/2023

Join us in thanking DeSHAZO, LLC for sponsoring Homewood Grown 2023. Special shout out to the Denson and Ivey families. Tray Ivey served as HCSF Board President for two years and is now President of DeSHAZO. Cliff Denson is the President of Cranes there - How cool is that?!?

Twin Construction Inc. has been a sponsor of Homewood Grown since the very first event in 2014. That is TEN YEARS of gen...
03/07/2023

Twin Construction Inc. has been a sponsor of Homewood Grown since the very first event in 2014. That is TEN YEARS of generous support. We can't thank you enough!!

Thank you to ServisFirst Bank for sponsoring Homewood Grown 2023! Generous support like this helps the Foundation achiev...
03/06/2023

Thank you to ServisFirst Bank for sponsoring Homewood Grown 2023! Generous support like this helps the Foundation achieve its mission of impacting every student, every day.

Homewood is fortunate to have wonderful families and businesses, and Interior Elements is a great example of both. Thank...
03/06/2023

Homewood is fortunate to have wonderful families and businesses, and Interior Elements is a great example of both. Thank you to the Chappell, Martin, Mullins, Carr and Peterson families for being a part of Homewood Grown 2023. We appreciate the continued support!

Homewood City Schools Foundation would like to thank Dustin and Stephanie Vann and everyone at Comer Companies for spons...
03/06/2023

Homewood City Schools Foundation would like to thank Dustin and Stephanie Vann and everyone at Comer Companies for sponsoring Homewood Grown again this year!

Friday night our Teacher Impact Award winners will be announced, along with the winner of the new Anne Jeffries Support Staff award. Who will they be?


Stacey Weil is an incredible community volunteer, and we are fortunate to have her and her talents on the HCSF board. We...
03/06/2023

Stacey Weil is an incredible community volunteer, and we are fortunate to have her and her talents on the HCSF board. We are also grateful for the generous support of Weil Wrecker Service, a Homewood Grown 2023 sponsor!

Another wonderful Homewood Grown 2023 sponsor is the Dyer Family. Thank you David and MacKenzie Dyer for your generous s...
03/05/2023

Another wonderful Homewood Grown 2023 sponsor is the Dyer Family. Thank you David and MacKenzie Dyer for your generous support of this community event!

Homewood loves Little Professor, and Little Professor Bookshop gives back to our community in so many ways. Thank you fo...
03/05/2023

Homewood loves Little Professor, and Little Professor Bookshop gives back to our community in so many ways. Thank you for being a Homewood Grown 2023 sponsor!

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Rounding out an excellent group of new Foundation board members is Michael Eady. From a family of educators, Michael is passionate about education and known for his marketing and creative talents. The Eadys have children at HMS and Hall-Kent. We are glad to have him!
Grateful Dads tickets are on sale now!!!
Go to https://GratefulDads.swell.gives to reserve yours now!
🗓Friday, September 30
⏰6-9 p.m. at Redmont Distilling Company
🎸Live music from Thrine
🎟Tickets are $60 each and include drinks and food.


Thanks to Redmont Vodka for hosting this year!!!
You love our events, and you will love the newest member of the Foundation board’s events team - Julie Harris. Julie is an Edgewood mom and Associate Director for Special Events at UAB. Having worked in higher education for over 20 years, she knows the value of a solid K-12 education and will help us continue our tradition of excellence. Welcome Julie!
Debbie Fly brings over 30 years of teaching experience to the Foundation board and will serve on our grants committee. Those of you who know her or heard her speak at Homewood Grown this spring know what an asset she will be to HCSF. The Flys have had two children graduate from Homewood schools.
🗓Mark your calendars—Grateful Dads, our super fun fall fundraiser—is coming in hot next month!
🎸Live music from Thrine!
🎟Tickets include food, drinks, and entertainment. Follow along for purchasing info!!
**CORPORATE SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE NOW!!**
Redmont Vodka
🗓Mark your calendars—Grateful Dads, our super fun fall fundraiser—is coming in hot next month!
🎸Live music from THRINE
🎟Tickets include food, drinks, and entertainment. Follow along for purchasing info!!
**CORPORATE SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE NOW!!**
Please join us in welcoming Andrew Seale to the Foundation board. Andrew is an Edgewood dad and dentist at Seale Family Dental. He brings prior board experience to help us make our schools “the best they can be.” We are *all smiles* to have Andrew serve with us!
HCSF is pleased to announce five new board members this year. Anna Chancellor joins as our Assistant Treasurer, and we are fortunate to have her accounting and finance expertise. The Chancellors are an Edgewood family with their oldest daughter in 1st grade. Welcome Anna!
HCSF is proud of all of our 2022 graduates and glad to honor them with special scholarships. Taylin Galloway was selected by her varsity softball teammates for the Aniah Blanchard Memorial Scholarship. Taylin “is an outstanding teammate, always encouraging and bringing positivity to those around her,” much like Aniah. The Homewood community remembers and honors Aniah - thank you for the generous community support that makes this scholarship possible. If you would like to donate to this scholarship fund, please contact the Foundation or visit the link in bio.
Our next scholarship winner from the Class of 2022 is Dalia Almansoob. She was awarded the Bari Roseman Scholarship in memory of our former social studies teacher and department chair Bari Roseman. Like Mrs. Roseman, Dalia has a passion for exploring diversity and making a difference. Good luck Dalia as you start this new chapter!
Each year the varsity cheer squad selects one of their own for the Caitlin Creed Scholarship. This award was created by Dr. and Mrs. Creed to honor the memory of their daughter Caitlin, who loved HHS cheerleading and lost her life at an early age. The 2022 scholarship went to Katelyn Zinn. HCSF is excited for Katelyn and all that is ahead!
Many of you remember “Miss A” who taught at HMS for 29 years and expanded opportunities for female students to learn and compete. The Jody Atchison Scholarship honors the life of Coach Atchison. This year’s winner is Tiye Jamison who “exemplifies what it means to be a successful student athlete.” Thank you to the Atchison family and friends for making this scholarship possible.
It’s back-to-school time, and that includes the Class of 2022. Emily Dunn is headed to Ole Miss and is the winner of the Jodi Newton Scholarship, created in 2008 in honor of HCS’s former superintendent Dr. Jodi Newton. Emily served as SGA President last year and played varsity softball. She is described as “a leader on and off the field.” The Foundation wishes her all the best!
Congratulations to the 2022 Teacher Impact Award winners:
Kristen Hardison - Edgewood
Riley Tully - Hall-Kent
Karen Cooper - Shades Cahaba
Leslie Tanner - HMS
Sean McBride - HHS

These exceptional teachers were recognized at Homewood Grown. To see the videos about what makes them so special, visit this link - www.homewoodcityschoolsfoundation.com/what-we-do/Teacher-Impact-Awards/

Make sure to have your tissues ready!
Ask any Foundation board member ‘what’s the most challenging part of Homewood Grown?’
💯: Getting everyone seated! There’s so much energy upon arrival (the band, visiting with friends and neighbors…💕)
But once all guests are at their tables, it’s time to eat!

For two years in a row, The Happy Catering Company has served a delicious meal. Bill Bouloukos told us that after the 2021 Homewood Grown, they booked events from HG attendees who loved their food. This year, they served 640 guests 🙌🏻!!

We are so inspired by how our community supports local businesses, who in turn support our community ♥️.

We can’t get enough of these Homewood Grown pictures! It was the biggest (and, we think, the best) ever—from the festive jazz band to the inspiring speaker (Debbie Fly, you are a treasure) and, of course, the five deserving Teacher Impact Award winners.
Thank you to our generous sponsors and to everyone who purchased a ticket. With your support, we raised nearly $115,000. We can’t wait to see those dollars at work in classrooms all across the system. Oh, what a night!

📸: .p.hardin

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