Volleyball Teams, Honor Students Recognized At BOE Meeting

MOUNTAIN BROOK, AL — The Mountain Brook Board of Education honored several students in the school system at its most recent meeting, ranging from the 7th grade volleyball team to National Merit semifinalists at the high school.

Recognition was given to the following:

Chief Ted Cook

Cook announced his retirement as Chief of Police for the City of Mountain Brook on Monday, September 13. Cook has worked alongside the Mountain Brook School System during his tenure as Chief and since he began with MBPD in 1996. He oversaw the implementation of a School Resource Officer at every Mountain Brook school. The city also received numerous awards under his leadership.

Deputy Chief Jaye Loggins has been named acting Chief until a permanent Chief is appointed by the City of Mountain Brook.

Mallory Baxley

Mallory was recognized after she was voted as the 2021 Homecoming Queen at MBHS in September. She is a cheerleader, a member of the National Honor Society and National Spanish Honor Society, and is also involved with many other clubs and organizations at MBHS.

National Merit Semifinalists and National Merit Commended Students

Multiple MBHS students were recognized for achieving National Merit status.

Semifinalists: Julianne Abenoja, Kate Ryan, Amy Beth Hudson, Mason Keller, Amelia Tynes, Caroline Allen, Ivy Cobbs, Cory Fan, Luke Turner, and Jelks Cabaniss

Commended students: Bickley Bowron, Reagan Downey, Hunter Anderson, Charles Vaughan, Zach Hymowitz, and Tommy Butrus

Mountain Brook Volleyball

The 7th-grade volleyball team was recognized for its undefeated season and winning the metro championship. The Spartans achieved a 28-0 record and were led by head coach Vicki Webb and assistant coach Emily Eustace.

The 9th-grade volleyball team was recognized for winning their metro tournament. The 9th-grade team is led by head coach Ellie Ritter.

Additionally, the JV team was recognized for winning their metro tournament. The JV squad is led by Tien Le. It has been a great year for Spartan volleyball at all grade levels. The varsity team seeks to repeat as state champions. Their super regional tournament is taking place October 20-21 in Huntsville.

“We are so pleased with our volleyball programs and their success on the court,” Athletic Director Benny Eaves said. “They have set the tone this school year for the rest of our programs to follow suit and strive for excellence.”