Vestavia Hills elementary schools launched their first House Day of the year on Sept. 5.

Kindergartners were assigned to houses on Aug. 15, joining multi-grade groups that promote character building and student connections.

The house system, modeled on the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, sorts students into “houses” named for traits such as courage, creativity and selflessness. Rather than physical houses, these groups function like teams — giving students from different grades opportunities to bond and work together on schoolwide activities throughout the year.

REBELS HELPING REBELS

Vestavia Hills City Schools continues to support students in need through Rebels Helping Rebels and Neighborhood Bridges. The grace fund helps cover essential costs such as school fees, supplies and activity

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