Alabama is helping lead the conversation on education excellence nationwide! This week, Melissa Shields and Kristie Shankles represented Alabama at Harvard University as part of States Leading States initiative. Kristie is also participating in training as a Strategic Data Fellow
We joined the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences to celebrate the naming of the academic center in honor of @GovernorKayIvey — her steadfast commitment to strengthening education, expanding opportunities, & preparing students for success has made a lasting impact in our state.
What’s Driving the ‘Southern Surge?’ Report Examines Reading Gains in Alabama
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How Alabama Beat the Odds in Reading youtube.com/shorts/0W4Ma6E7Z… via @YouTube
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Congratulations to Alabama’s own: Arnav Maskey, Madison - Bob Jones High School and Vivian Yaxin Shi, Vestavia Hills - Vestavia Hills High School for being named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars 🎉
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Enjoyed the opportunity to speak with the Calhoun County Rotary Club about the exciting progress taking place in Alabama’s public schools! From improving student achievement to expanding career and workforce opportunities, great things are happening in education across our state.
It’s Tee Shirt Tuesday and today I am wearing a tee shirt from Lanett City Schools — enjoyed meeting with @huntley_liz from The Hope Institute in our Birmingham office this morning
This year, we are expanding our social media campaign and want to highlight teachers throughout the month — please encourage teachers to complete the Google form and upload a photo. We will then highlight teachers on our social media platforms docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
Members of the leadership team and I along with @drjasonbarnett toured the new statehouse. This project represents an investment in Alabama’s future and will provide a modern space for the important work of state government. Exciting to see this taking shape in our capital city!
Governor Ivey Announces $27 Million Awarded to Public School and College Authority Projects: governor.alabama.gov/newsroo…
#ALBOE Member @TracieHWest3 and Chief of Staff @crmBama were in Roanoke this morning for the SYSTEM SHOWCASE that included a tour of the state-of-the-art facilities and innovative spaces featuring resources that support student learning and success.
Deputy State Superintendent Angela Martin joined me at T.S. Morris Elementary School this morning to deliver dictionaries to 3rd graders as part of the Montgomery Rotary Club Dictionary Project
It’s Tee Shirt Tuesday and today I am wearing a tee shirt from Jim Pearson Elementary School
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Honored to attend the Alabama Academy of Honor today — congratulations to the Class of 2026: Robert Cramer Jr., Edward F. Crowell, Warren B. Lightfoot, Harris Vaughan Morrissette, and John M. Turner Jr.
Enjoyed speaking at the International Dyslexia Association® Alabama’s 2026 Rise to the Challenge Conference — Alabama has 221+ CALTs — through specialized training and evidence-based instruction, CALTs provide targeted support that can change the trajectory of a child’s education
It’s Thursday and we are doing a special tee shirt photo today for @cookmuseum in Decatur — enjoyed the tour and loved seeing all of the great opportunities available for students at the North Alabama STEM Center
Happy Birthday @governorkayivey — thank you for your leadership and support of Alabama schools!
Enjoyed speaking at the @SSA_Supers Fall Conference this morning. Appreciate our district superintendents — their leadership supports teachers and schools, empowers principals, strengthens communities, and creates opportunities for students to succeed. Thank you!!
It’s Tee Shirt Tuesday and today I am wearing a tee shirt from Stevenson Middle School at the @SSA_Supers Fall Conference in Florence
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