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Panther Pride honors students; facilities update sets turf, camera and renovation timelines

Pelham City Schools Board of Education · February 23, 2026

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Summary

At the February meeting the board celebrated student and staff achievements during a Panther Pride recognition and heard a facilities report announcing a new concession stand, camera installations starting March 9 and turf/track work slated May 6–July 31.

Pelham City Schools highlighted student and staff achievements at its February 2026 meeting during a Panther Pride recognition that honored All‑State and district musicians, multiple athletic standouts and academic award winners. Superintendent Doctor Johnson opened the segment, invited students and staff forward for photos and thanked teachers and families for their support.

Among the recognitions: Brooklyn Smith and Elizabeth Foray were named to Alabama All‑State choir ensembles; Justin Ward was acknowledged as Pelham High School’s director of bands for a citation from the National Band Association; Daniel Phillips, Ryan Hamilton and Sofia (last name as stated in the record) were recognized for band honors; Emma Grace Howard and other athletes were noted for state and regional track and field accomplishments; and a counselor was named Valencia School Counselor of the Year in staff remarks. These honors were presented with applause and brief introductions by the superintendent and staff.

Facilities lead Mister Holmes provided a multi‑item update. He said the concession stand project has progressed from a poured slab to exterior and interior walls and described the overall project as "ahead of schedule." He announced the turf and track resurfacing work at Pelham High School is scheduled to begin May 6 and conclude July 31 to avoid conflict with a possible state soccer playoff run. Camera installation for buildings will begin March 9 with noisy work scheduled during spring break or after hours; additional camera upgrades are planned for fall. Bathroom renovations at Pelham Oaks Elementary and softball renovation drawings were described as upcoming items for board consideration.

The meeting closed with superintendent remarks praising student achievements and board member tributes to outgoing staff. The board then moved to announcements and adjourned.