Homewood students will log in to more than just reading and math this fall — they’ll be among the first in the nation to tackle a brand-new cybersecurity program.

As Homewood City Schools prepares to welcome students back Aug. 7, a slate of new programs, policies and faces awaits — all part of the district’s ongoing effort to stay ahead of the curve in education.

With campuses ready to open, here are a few new things at Homewood and John Carroll Catholic High School for the 2025-26 school year:

New Cybersecurity Course

Homewood High was one of 500 schools in the country selected to participate in the pilot program for a new cybersecurity course.

Assistant Superintendent of Instruction Cristy York said the overall goal for the course is to provide students a unique opportunity to earn

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