Cullman City Primary School Wins Safe School Award

CCPS is one of only nine schools in Alabama to receive the prestigious honor.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 10:21pm

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Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) has been awarded the Safe School Award by the Alabama Attorney General's office. CCPS is just one of nine schools across the state to receive this recognition for their exceptional leadership and commitment to campus safety.

Why it matters

The Safe School Award is a highly competitive accolade that highlights schools that have made student and staff safety a top priority. Receiving this award demonstrates CCPS's dedication to providing a secure learning environment, which is crucial for student success.

The details

The selection process for the Safe School Award involves a comprehensive four-phase application and review by judges with expertise in school safety trends. CCPS was selected as one of the nine winners from across Alabama based on their exemplary safety protocols and collaborative efforts between the principal, staff, school board, and superintendent.

  • CCPS received the award on Monday, April 6, 2026.

The players

Cullman City Primary School

A public elementary school in Cullman, Alabama that has been recognized for its outstanding commitment to campus safety.

Steve Marshall

The Alabama Attorney General who presented the Safe School Award to CCPS.

Elizabeth Shaddix

The principal of Cullman City Primary School who expressed gratitude for the school's safety team.

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What they’re saying

“It takes remarkable leadership to receive this honor, with the principal, staff, school board and superintendent all making school safety a real priority. The data is clear that when students feel safe and are safe, they succeed.”

— Steve Marshall, Alabama Attorney General

“Thanks so much to everyone who works so hard to make safety a priority.”

— Elizabeth Shaddix, Principal, Cullman City Primary School

The takeaway

The Safe School Award recognizes CCPS's exceptional efforts to prioritize campus safety, which is crucial for fostering a secure and supportive learning environment for students. This honor highlights the school's collaborative approach to safety, involving administrators, staff, and local law enforcement.