The Rise at C W Hayes: Tech Hub for Birmingham Students

0:00It's April 6th. I'm Corey with The Story. This is Birmingham News Today, driven by AI. Last week, Birmingham City Schools and Ed Farm opened the rise at C.W. Hayes K.A. School, a 6,000 square foot hub for tech learning and creativity. This spot features a revamped media center and a cutting-edge audio video production suite, all designed to spark hands-on projects and teamwork. Students and teachers kicked off the celebration themselves, demoing how the space fuels innovation. Ed Farm teamed up with school leaders, educators, and local outfit Corona Group to build it, using custom walls and boards perfect for group work. Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan called it a game changer, saying it tells kids they deserve top-tier tools to boost engagement, attendance, and eye, motivation. Principal Jerry Davenport agrees, highlighting fresh chances for self-expression and real digital skills. Ed Farm's CEO, Wayman Jackson, points out how modern vibes shift mindsets on what's possible.

1:02They've already set up similar hubs at Bush Hill's Steam Academy, Green Acres Middle, Huffman Middle, and Southampton K-8. Meanwhile, another space drops at Jackson Olin High School later this month, as this partnership keeps transforming Birmingham classrooms into launch pads for tomorrow's builders and creators.