Leadership Hoover

The Synergy Squad—Subbu Bodem, Cindy Edmunds, Joyce Brooks, Booker Brown Jr., Mary Johnson, Andrea Halsey and Joel Smith—came up with a creative way to support both students and Leadership Hoover: a Hoover-themed puzzle.

During their first planning meeting, the group discussed how the
elimination of cell phone use during the school day created a need for additional activities to keep students engaged during breaks and downtime. Their solution was to design a puzzle that celebrates the Hoover community while providing a fun, screen-free activity.

The Hoover-centric puzzle will soon be available soon for $25. Proceeds from each purchase will support Leadership Hoover, making it a meaningful way to give back while enjoying a unique local product. Stay tuned for details!

Congratulations to the Leadership Hoover Class of 2026!

On May 12, 28 outstanding leaders officially graduated after completing a year-long journey of learning, collaboration and community engagement through Leadership Hoover.
Throughout the program, this incredible cohort strengthened connections, explored the issues and opportunities shaping our city and developed the leadership skills that will continue to make Hoover stronger for years to come.

We are proud of each member of the Class of 2026 and grateful for their commitment to serving and leading in our community. Congratulations on this tremendous accomplishment!

Class of 2026 Cohort: Subbu Bodem, Kathryn Brockman, Joyce E. Brooks, Booker Brown, Jr., Marc Curle, Danielle Deavours, Grace Dugger, Cindy Edmunds, Edward Eskridge, Shilpa Gaggar, Valerie Hale, Esq., Andrea Halsey, Autumn Jeter, Mary Johnson, Rachel Kent Trowbridge, Daniel Lowe, Stephanie McClinton. Scott Mitchell, Briana Morton, Jennifer Nall, Britney Ritchey, Anna Catherine Roberson, Jamie Schor, Joel Smith, Joel Thomas, Jacob Vail, Willie Wells, III and Samika Williams

Rising 11th and 12th graders: there is still time for you to apply for IGNITE Hoover Youth Leadership program. Don't miss out on the opportunity to find out more about your community and your part in it! Deadline to apply has been extended until May 30, 2026.

🚨 Alumni Event Alert! 🚨

Join us on May 20, 2026 from 9:00–11:00 AM at the Hoover Public Library for an exciting continuing education opportunity!

🎓 AI Bootcamp with Balagee Govindan
Hosted by Leadership Hoover

Explore practical ways to use AI in your professional and personal life—no tech background required.

✅ Who can attend for free:
• Current 2025–26 Leadership Hoover cohort members
• Leadership Hoover alumni with a Continuing Education membership ($100)

🔄 Need to upgrade your membership?
Venmo $50 to to move up to the Continuing Education level

📩 Register by emailing: [email protected]

💲 Pricing for others is listed on the flyer—be sure to check it out for full details!

Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and stay ahead. See you there!

Quality of Life Day is one of our favorite days of the Leadership Hoover year! Hoover is home to an incredible array of places that enrich our community.

We kicked off the day with a tour of the Hoover Public Library, Hoover, Alabama, followed by visits to the Green Valley Baptist Church Food Bank and Moss Rock Preserve. From the Finley Center to Aldridge Gardens to the Hoover Rec Center, there is truly so much to offer our residents.

🌟 Calling Future Leaders in Hoover! 🌟

Leadership Hoover is now accepting applications for the IGNITE Hoover Youth Leadership Program — an incredible opportunity for rising 11th and 12th grade students to grow as confident, informed leaders in our community.

Through IGNITE, students will:

✅ Build leadership skills
✅ Connect with peers and community leaders
✅ Gain real-world insight into making a difference locally

📍 Open to students who live in Hoover or attend Hoover City Schools
📅 Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
Ready to take the next step? Scan the QR code on the flyer to apply!

Let’s invest in the next generation of leaders 💙

Hoover parents—this is for you!

Join us TONIGHT at 6:30 at the Hoover Library for a practical, honest conversation on how to support children dealing with anxiety.

We’re honored to welcome Becca Poe, Licensed Professional Counselor and founder of Confident Hope Counseling. With 13 years as a school counselor and deep roots in our Hoover community, Becca brings real-world insight and compassionate guidance for families navigating mental health. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect and walk away with tools you can use right away.

📍 Hoover Library
🕡 6:30 PM — Tonight

Empowering a brighter tomorrow, one mind at a time! 🌟 HooverTogether was born out of Leadership Hoover's 2025 class to shine a light on the importance of mental health resources in our community. One way we're spreading hope is through quarterly workshops.Join us at the Hoover Public Library at 6:30 Tuesday night--licensed therapist Becca Poe will share life-changing tips to help our anxious children soar! We can't wait to see you there! 💕 Find out more at our website: www.hoovertogether.org.

Our final Ignite Youth Leadership Serve Day Project was the Fraud Prevention Seminar held at the Hoover Public Library. Scammers are getting more sophisticated every day, so the information provided was timely and needed. Thanks to our students for organizing this seminar! Special thanks to all our adult Board members who help with our Ignite Youth Leadership Program: Russell Shamburger, Terri Coleman, Dr. Ty Moody and Deirdre Williams.