The Homewood City Council has appointed Christopher L. Hawkins, partner in the Birmingham office, to a five-year term on the Homewood Board of Education. Homewood City Schools are known for their commitment to excellence and exceptional student learning, and board members provide direction through strategic planning and policy setting. Mr. Hawkins is honored to be appointed to the board, which strives to provide an optimal learning environment for teachers and students and to act as the voice of the community in support of excellence in education.