Schools & Sports Archives - Vestavia Hills Magazine

Wrights in Cahaba Heights

Jun 1, 2021

Meet a family who can trace their history back seven generations in Cahaba Heights and five in its elementary school.

A Chat with Liberty Park Middle School’s New Principal

Jun 1, 2021

Roger Dobnikar has been a part of the Liberty Park Middle School as its assistant principal since its earliest days back in 2008, and his roots in Vestavia Hills go back to the 14 years he taught eighth-grade English at Pizitz Middle School too.

Meet New Vestavia Hills High School Football Coach Sean Calhoun

Apr 1, 2021

Here he shares some of his thoughts on stepping into the Vestavia program as longtime coach Buddy Anderson retires after becoming the winningest football coach in Alabama history in his 43 years coaching the Rebels.

Moth Memoirs

Apr 1, 2021

Vestavia Hills High School students share their stories of struggle and triumph, rife with vulnerability and authenticity.

The Pandemic Classroom

Dec 1, 2020

With classes online or 6 feet apart, these teachers are still teaching their students in an A+ way.

What to Know About Rebels Helping Rebels

Dec 1, 2020

VHHS wants to make sure a student doesn’t decide not to participate in an activity due to financial concerns. That’s where a new program, Rebels Helping Rebels, comes into play.

Rebel with a Cause

Oct 1, 2020

Buddy Anderson has shaped the lives of nearly five decades of football players on and off the field.

Meet Teacher of the Year Michael Sinnott

Aug 1, 2020

Talk with Michael Sinnott for even just a few minutes about his passion for teaching, and you’ll understand why he was named one of 16 finalists for Alabama Teacher of the Year.